October 2026

IESNYC Events

NextGen Bowery District Dash 2026

September 17th. Join IESNYC NextGen for a fast-paced scavenger hunt through the Bowery District to learn about many of the resources and showrooms available in the area. Cap off the event at the finish line with a lively mixer.
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Moonlighting Exhibition and Reception

October 21st. The IESNYC, DLFNY, WILD, and IALDNY are excited to join forces to present a one-of-a-kind exhibition celebrating the incredible creativity and artistic talents within New York City’s lighting community. 
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Announcements

2027 IESNYC Lumen Awards Open for Submissions

Deadline: January 8, 2027. The 2027 IESNYC Lumen Awards are officially open for submissions, and we’re looking for projects that showcase the creativity, innovation, and artistry of exceptional lighting design. Designers, start gathering your project details, select your best images, and get ready to submit. Your next award-winning project could be the one everyone is talking about.  DETAILS

Call for Artists and Sponsorships

The IESNYC, DLFNY, WILD, and IALDNY are joining forces to shine a spotlight on an exciting collection of artwork, photography, crafts, writing, sculpture, mixed media, and other creative pursuits from our New York City’s lighting community. Artists are encouraged to apply and sponsorships are available. LEARN MORE

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IESNYC Announcements

IESNYC Members Go Back to Elementary School

What can lighting professionals teach a room full of 9 and 10 years olds? A lot, it turns out.

That's the premise behind Equity in Lighting's Youth Enrichment Program, a partnership with PS 166 in Queens that introduced more than 100 fourth-graders to the science, art, and engineering of light. Led by Shaun Fillion and Elaine Cook the program ran for 8 weeks. IESNYC members Jean Jacques and Phat Quach were important coordinators behind the scenes and additional members made up a substantial share of the volunteer instructors. MORE

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Meet Our Member

Brian Stacy
Principal / Fellow, Arup

From theater to what was likely the first dedicated lighting studio inside a major multidisciplinary engineering and design firm, Brian Stacy continues to shape the industry. "Every generation of lighting professionals benefits from the work of those who came before."  MORE

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Fabric of our Society

The Social Art of Lighting    

Omar Gómez González
Compositor de Iluminación Social Integrativa   

Using interactive public lighting, Omar Gómez González explores how light strengthens relationships, builds trust, and restores meaning. "The social art of lighting plays an important role in this era when so many things seem determined to separate us."  MORE

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Committee Highlight

The Golf Committee Is a Good Day

Golf is one of those things that can be intimidating if you don't play. But the annual IESNYC Golf Outing is designed to be fun for hackers and ringers alike. Committee Chair Melissa Goren of MGE Lighting Design Collaborative, puts it plainly: “You don't have to be an obsessive golfer like me to play. Most of the stronger players are generous with advice and encouragement. And the format is structured so that nobody tanks their team.” MORE

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Job Opportunities + Member News

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Other Events

Call for Speakers. LEDucation 2027

DEADLINE: September 15, 2026. Shape the conversation at LEDucation 2027! Speaker proposals are officially open for the conference’s educational program. Present virtually or in person at the New York Hilton Midtown in New York City and share your insights with hundreds of lighting professionals at one of the industry’s premier educational events. Learn More

IES Webinar Coves, Coves, Coves

September 24, 2026. This presentation will take a deep dive into cove lighting. Users will have a better understanding of successful digital and physical requirements beyond the standard sectional detail. Learn More / Register

ELA + Synergy Trade Show

September 30 and October 1. Join our 2026 Educational and Event sponsor ELA + Synergy for the best in lighting, controls, and shades. 2 days, 40 vendors, and the best people - all in one place! Every detail is curated with your projects in mind!  Register 

IES Light for Life® Virtual Symposium: Commissioning

October 8, 2026. Register for a 1-day virtual symposium dedicated to the formal quality process which begins at pre-design and concludes when the warranty process is complete. Learn More / Register

Registration Open: 2026 IES Street & Area Lighting Conference

November 8-11. Join IES in Phoenix for the only forum specific to the interests and challenges facing outdoor lighting professionals. Learn More

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