Discover China’s Leading Trade Fairs and Industry Exhibitions
Step into the heart of China’s innovation and global trade. From the Canton Fair in Guangzhou to high-tech expos in Shenzhen, Shanghai, and Beijing, China hosts some of the world’s most influential exhibitions connecting buyers, manufacturers, and industry leaders.
Our China Exhibition Directory helps you explore the country’s key trade shows across every sector — electronics, machinery, furniture, textiles, toys, and more. Whether you’re planning a sourcing trip, looking to connect with suppliers, or showcasing your own products, this directory gives you the insight you need to choose the right event and prepare effectively.
Discover where innovation meets opportunity — and let China Business Gateway support your visit with factory tours, sourcing assistance, and on-the-ground trade-fair guidance.
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Guangzhou
Canton Fair (China Import & Export Fair) – 139th (Spring) | more information
Apr 15–19, 2026 (Phase 1), Apr 23–27, 2026 (Phase 2), May 1–5, 2026 (Phase 3)
Canton Fair (China Import & Export Fair) – 140th (Autumn) | more information
Oct 15–19, 2026 (Phase 1), Oct 23–27, 2026 (Phase 2), Oct 31–Nov 4, 2026 (Phase 3)
CIFF – China International Furniture Fair (Guangzhou)
Mar 18–21, 2026 (Phase 1); Mar 28–31, 2026 (Phase 2)
CIFM / interzum guangzhou (furniture manufacturing & woodworking)
Mar 28–31, 2026.
GILE – Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition
Jun 9–12, 2026 (alongside GEBT).
GEBT – Guangzhou Electrical Building Technology
Jun 9–12, 2026.
CBD Fair (Guangzhou) – China (Guangzhou) International Building Decoration Fair
Jul 8–11, 2026.
GITF – Guangzhou International Travel Fair
May 21–23, 2026 (Area C).
Prolight + Sound Guangzhou (pro audio, lighting, AV)
May 28–31, 2026.
AUTO GUANGZHOU – Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition | more information
TBA (usually November).
Asia Vending & Smart Retail Expo
Apr 9–11, 2026.
WINDOOR / Facade Expo
Mar 11–13, 2026.
Paper Expo China
May 13–15, 2026.
CGFF – Asia-Pacific Floor Fair
May 8–10, 2026.
Guangzhou International Maritime Trade Expo & Forum
Dec 10–12, 2026.
China International Hair Fair (CIHF)
Aug 1–3, 2026.
China International SME Fair (CISMEF)
Typically late June at Pazhou; 2026 dates TBA (2025 ran Jun 27–30).
Guangzhou Design Week
Usually early Dec (PWTC/Pazhou); 2026 TBA.
CIBE – China (Guangzhou) International Beauty Expo
March & September editions in Guangzhou; 2026 dates TBA.
Shenzhen
ITES China – Shenzhen International Industrial Manufacturing,
Technology & Equipment Exhibition
Mar 31–Apr 3, 2026
China (Shenzhen) International Toy & Edu Fair & Licensing China – Shenzhen
Apr 7–9, 2026
SinoCorrugated / SinoFoldingCarton (packaging/manufacturing)
Apr 7–9, 2026
China (Shenzhen) International Gifts & Home Products Fair – Spring
Apr 25–28, 2026 (approx)
Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics
Jun 9–11, 2026
Shenzhen International Industrial Automation and Robot Exhibition
August 26-28, 2026
Formnext Asia Shenzhen & IOTE – China Int’l Internet of Things Exhibition
Aug 26–28, 2026
China Hi‑Tech Fair
Typically mid-Nov 2026 (exact dates TBA)
World Drone Congress + Shenzhen International UAV Expo | more information
May 21–23, 2026
Shanghai
SEMICON China 2026
Mar 25–27, 2026
Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition
Mar 11–13, 2026
World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2026 | more information
July 2026 (Exact date TBC)
Shanghai International Smart Factory &
Industrial Automation and Robotics Expo | more information
June 3-5, 2026
The China Toy Expo (CTE) | more information
October 2026 (Exact Date TBC)
China International Industry Fair – Robot Show (Shanghai) | more information
October 12-16, 2026
Beijing
Auto China 2026 (Beijing) | more information
April 24 to May 3, 2026.
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