The 1916 Company Expands Annual Watch Fair into a Four-City Celebration of Fine Watchmaking
Exclusive cocktail evenings, hands-on access with 2025 novelties, rare pre-owned treasures, and appearances by leading voices in collecting culture headline the 2025 events.
NEWPORT BEACH, CA: SEPT 26-27 | DENVER, CO: OCT 10-11 | SCOTTSDALE, AZ: OCT 24-25 | ARDMORE, PA: NOV 14-15
The 1916 Company announces the return of its annual Watch Fair, now expanded into a four-city celebration of fine watchmaking across Newport Beach (September 26-27), Denver (October 10-11), Scottsdale (October 24-25), and Ardmore (November 14-15). Building on decades of tradition at its western stores, the 2025 Watch Fair will feature the latest creations from the world’s foremost brands and watchmakers, rare and extraordinary pieces from The 1916 Company’s pre-owned collection, and a series of private cocktail gatherings and educational moments designed for its Collector’s Circle.
A National Stage for Collecting Culture
This year’s Watch Fair moves beyond a regional tradition to become a national stage for watch culture and collecting. Each city will host its own distinctive mix of brands, boutique experiences, and Collector’s Circle gatherings, offering clients and enthusiasts the opportunity to experience 2025’s most talked-about timepieces up close. Notable highlights from the brands’ 2025 collections will be presented in store, including a special selection from leading independent watchmakers such as De Bethune, Gérald Genta, Greubel Forsey, H. Moser & Cie., and Ressence, with brand representation and watch experts on-site throughout the event.
Insights from the Industry’s Leading Voices
The 1916 Company’s renowned experts will be on site throughout the events to meet with collectors, friends, and guests, prepared to share insight and opinion while celebrating the world’s finest watches. Tim Mosso, Watch Specialist and Director of Media, will be onsite at all four events, and Jack Forster, The 1916 Company’s Global Editorial Director, will make an appearance at the Ardmore event. Additionally, Mike Manjos, Chief of Sales; specializing in Rolex Certified Pre-Owned watches, will be present in Denver, Scottsdale, and Ardmore, offering insight into market trends, horological history, and personalized consultations.
Personalized Experiences for Collectors and Guests
In each city, clients and collectors are invited to book private appointments for collection viewing and evaluation and trade-in opportunities. More than 150 pre-owned timepieces by leading manufactures will be on site and available to purchase during each chapter of the event, allowing visitors to experience the breadth of The 1916 Company’s pre-owned inventory, which includes the Rolex Certified Pre-Owned collection.
Just Steps Away: A New Boutique Experience in Newport Beach
Guests are invited to toast The 1916 Company’s newest boutique in Newport Beach, located just steps from the multi-brand showroom, dedicated to two icons of Swiss watchmaking: IWC and Omega. This special environment will be inaugurated during the Watch Fair weekend, offering an immersive platform for each brand’s heritage, culture of innovation, and latest collections.
Appointments are encouraged and walk-ins are welcome throughout the events.
Event Information & Featured Brands by Location
NEWPORT BEACH:
September 26-27
10am – 6pm each day
Fashion Island
817 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Featured Brands: Breitling, De Bethune, Gerald Genta, Grand Seiko, Greubel Forsey, H. Moser & Cie., Hublot, IWC, L’Epée, NOMOS Glashütte, Omega, Panerai, Rapport, Ressence, TAG Heuer, Tudor, Zenith
DENVER:
October 10-11
10am – 6pm each day
Cherry Creek Shopping Center
3000 E. First Avenue
Denver, CO 80206
Featured Brands: Breitling, Bremont, Bulgari, Chanel, De Bethune, G-SHOCK, Gerald Genta, Grand Seiko, H. Moser & Cie., Hublot, IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre, L’Epée, Longines, NOMOS Glashütte, Omega, Oris, Panerai, Rapport, TAG Heuer, Tudor, Zenith
SCOTTSDALE:
October 24-25
10am – 6pm each day
Scottsdale Fashion Square
7014 E. Camelback Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Featured Brands: Breitling, Chanel, De Bethune, G-SHOCK, Grand Seiko, Hublot, IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Longines, NOMOS Glashütte, Oris, Rapport, TAG Heuer, Tudor, Zenith, Zodiac
ARDMORE:
November 14-15
10am – 5pm each day
102 E. Montgomery Avenue
Ardmore, PA 19003
Featured Brands: Baume & Mercier, Breitling, Bremont, Chopard, De Bethune, Gerald Genta, Grand Seiko, Greubel Forsey, H. Moser & Cie., Hublot, IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Longines, Oris, Tudor, Zenith