Attending trade shows in China is one of the fastest ways to spot trends, compare quality at the source, and negotiate better pricing. China hosts world-class B2B exhibitions across nearly every sector—from textiles and furniture to optoelectronics, food & beverage, logistics, and heavy machinery. What are the top trade shows in China 2026?
Visa-free travel (important for 2026)
China currently allows visa-free entry for citizens of some countries (including many EU nations) for short business or tourism stays—typically up to 30 days under measures scheduled through December 31, 2026.
Please note that rules can change; always confirm the latest entry policy with the Chinese consulate or official visa center before booking.
The 15 most important trade shows in China 2026
Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics 2025
- Industries: Textiles and fabrics
- Website: intertextile-shanghai-apparel-fabrics-spring.hk.messefrankfurt.com
- Venue: National Exhibition and Convention Center, Shanghai
- Dates (2026): March 11–13
Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring is one of Asia’s largest apparel-fabric shows. It attracts 100,000+ visitors and houses several thousand exhibitors across materials, trims, and functional textiles.
CIFF Guangzhou – China International Furniture Fair (Phases 1 & 2)
- Industry: Furniture, décor, office
- Website: ciff-gz.com
- Venue: Canton Fair Complex & PWTC, Guangzhou
- Dates (2026): March 18–21 and March 28–31
CIFF is among the world’s biggest furniture fairs. It draws hundreds of thousands of buyers and thousands of top exhibitors.
China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) – Spring (Phases 1–3)
- Industries: General
- Website: cantonfair.org.cn/en
- Venue: Canton Fair Complex, Guangzhou
- Dates (2026): Apr 15–19; Apr 23–27; May 1–5
The Canton Fair is the most famous trade fair in China, attracting nearly 250,000 visitors! The fair is divided into three phases, each focusing on different sectors:
- Phase 1: Electronics and household appliances, manufacturing, vehicles, lighting and electrical, tools, and international pavilion.
- Phase 2: Household goods, gifts and decorations, construction and furniture, international pavilion.
- Phase 3: Toys, mother and baby products, fashion, home textiles, stationery, health and leisure, traditional Chinese specialties, and international pavilion.
CHINAPLAS – Plastics & Rubber
- Industries: Plastics and rubber
- Website: chinaplasonline.com
- Venue: NECC Hongqiao, Shanghai
- Dates (2026): April 21–24
CHINAPLAS is the region’s No. 1 plastics event with several thousand exhibitors spanning machinery, molds, raw materials, additives, and automation.
Auto China – Beijing International Automotive Exhibition
- Industry: Automotive, EV/NEV, ADAS
- Website: beijingautoshow.com
- Venue: CIEC/CIECC, Beijing
- Dates (2026): April 24 – May 3, 2026
Auto China is China’s flagship even-year auto show (Beijing edition). It features OEM premieres, EV platforms, software/infotainment—hundreds of exhibitors and near-million footfall in peak editions.
China Beauty Expo
- Industries: Cosmetics and beauty
- Website: chinabeautyexpo.com
- Venue: Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Shanghai
- Dates (2026): May 12–14
China Beauty Expo is Asia’s largest beauty platform. It features over 3,000 exhibitors and attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors across ingredients, contract manufacturing, packaging, and finished brands.
SIAL China – Shanghai
- Industries: Food and beverage
- Website: sialchina.com
- Venue: SNIEC, Shanghai
- Dates (2026): May 18–20
SIAL is a top-tier F&B marketplace with vast product zones:
- Baby Food
- Organic & Wellness
- Dairy
- Non-alcoholic Beverage
- Food
- Meat, Poultry & Cured Meats
- Seafood
- Alcoholic Beverage
- Pulses and grains
- Tutto Pizza Village
CPHI & PMEC China
- Industries: Pharmaceutical
- Website: cphi.com/china
- Venue: Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Shanghai
- Dates (2026): June 16–18
CPHI & PMEC is the largest pharmaceutical platform in Asia. Over 100,000 attendees will be entertained by 3,600 exhibitors.
Asia Fruit Logistica (AFL)
- Industries: Fresh produce and fruit supply chain
- Website: asiafruitlogistica.com
- Venue: AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong
- Dates (2026): Sept 2–4
Asia Fruit Logistica is Asia’s key fresh-produce hub with hundreds of exhibitors and 14,000+ buyers, including retailers and importers.
CIFF Shanghai – Home
- Industries: Furniture
- Website: en.ciff-sh.com
- Venue: National Exhibition and Convention Center, Shanghai
- Dates (2026): Sept 5–8
The fall edition of CIFF in Shanghai will focus on the home segment. Discover the best designs from 6,000 brands in one place.
CIOE – China International Optoelectronic Exposition
- Industries: Optoelectronics and photonics
- Website: cioe.cn/en
- Venue: Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center, Shenzhen
- Dates (2026): Sept 9–11
CIOE is the largest optoelectronics exhibition. Previous editions have attracted approximately 140,000 visitors and housed 3,800 exhibitors.
Wire & Tube China (co-located)
- Industries: Wire and cable manufacturing
- Website: wirechina.net
- Venue: Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Shanghai
- Dates (2026): Sept 21–24
Wire & Tube is Asia’s leading event for wire, cable, and pipe production technologies. Its success is evidenced by the numbers: thousands of suppliers and tens of thousands of visitors from nearly 100 countries.
Yiwu International Commodities Fair
- Industries: Small commodities
- Website: en.yiwufair.com
- Venue: Yiwu International Expo Center, Yiwu
- Dates (2026): Oct 21–24
Yiwu is the “small commodities” marketplace in China. The Yiwu Fair houses Thousands of booths from top manufacturers that will draw in approximately 200,000 visitors.
Music China
- Industries: Music instruments
- Website: en.musicchina-expo.com
- Venue: Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Shanghai
- Dates (2026): Oct 28–31
Music China is Asia’s No. 1 music industry show, attracting 100,000+ visitors to this expansive showcase for brands, distributors, and educators.
China International Import Expo (CIIE)
- Industries: General
- Website: ciie.org
- Venue: National Exhibition and Convention Center, Shanghai
- Dates (2026): Nov 5–10
CIEE is China’s state-level import platform with thousands of exhibitors from 150+ countries. Here is a list of zones:
- Hongqiao Forum
- Country Exhibition
- Medical Equipment & Healthcare Products
- Automobile and Smart Mobility
- Intelligent Industry & Information Technology
- Consumer Goods
- Food and Agricultural Products
- Trade in Services
- Innovation Incubation Special Section
How to make the most of trade shows in China 2026
We hope that after reviewing this list, your 2026 calendar will be filled with fruitful trade fair events in China. Finally, we’ll share a few of our tips.
- Arrange meetings with suppliers at trade fairs in advance (the calendar can be full 2-3 weeks before the trade fair).
- Verify suppliers (contact us, and we’ll do it for you, even in one day!).
- Plan your business trip to China accordingly (see our complete guide on how to prepare for a trip to China).
- Plan factory visits right after the trade fair – on-site negotiations often yield the best terms.
Note: Dates and formats are subject to change – always confirm with the organizer before booking.