Are you an armchair importer? If yes, you’re missing out on the best deals! Importers attending trade fairs and visiting manufacturers are typically more successful at their trade. Canton Fair is the most famous multiindustrial trade show in the world. These are two editions in a year, the spring and fall editions. What can you expect during the 137th Canton Fair Spring 2025?
What is Canton Fair Spring 2025?
The Canton Fair, or China Import and Export Fair (in Chinese: 广交会), has been running since the mid-20th century, for the longest time like any other Chinese trade fair. It is so massive that it is divided into two annual editions, three phases each. The best part is that guests can probably visit Canton Fair for free!
Website: cantonfair.org.cn
Where is the Canton Fair in Spring 2025?
For years, the Canton Fair has been taking place in the China Import and Export Fair (Pazhou) Complex, Yuejiangzhong Road 382, Haizhu, Guangzhou. The Chinese address is 中国广州市海珠区阅江中路382号、中国进出口商品交易会展馆. It may come in handy if you have to communicate with a taxi driver to take you to the fairground.
When is the Canton Fair Spring 2025? Canton Fair dates and times
Canton Fair Spring Edition 2025 takes place on April 15-19, 2025, April 23-27, 2025, and May 1-5, 2025. The opening hours are 9:30 AM-6:00 PM.
Products at 137th Canton Fair Spring Edition 2025 – phases
Canton Fair Spring Edition 2025 is available both offline and online.
The Canton Fair online edition is available from March to September 2025. Users can search for products in all categories and contact suppliers on the platform.
The Canton Fair offline edition is divided into three parts, called phases:
- Phase 1, April 15-19: Electronics & Appliance, Manufacturing, Vehicles & Two Wheels, Light & Electrical, Hardware, International Pavilion
- Phase 2, April 23-27: Houseware, Gift & Decorations, Building & Furniture, International Pavilion
- Phase 3, May 1-5: Toys & Children Baby and Maternity, Fashion, Home Textiles, Stationery, Health & Recreation, Traditional Chinese Specialties, International Pavilion
Canton Fair 2025 exhibitor list
By accessing the exhibitor list early, businesses can do preliminary research on participating companies, assess their product offerings, and even schedule appointments or meetings prior to the fair.
The Canton Fair supplier directory is available in the catalog in thirteen categories and 55 sections. Make sure to check it out before attending the trade fair.
Canton Fair hall map
How to get around the Canton Fair fairground? To make it easier, we’ve prepared a guide about the Canton Fair complex with a description and a map for each phase.
How to get to the Canton Fair (Pazhou Complex) in Guangzhou?
If you don’t know how to get to the Canton Fair, check out our post on how to get to Canton Fair from different Chinese cities.
Free tickets for Canton Fair Spring 2025
The good news is that non-Chinese have free entry to the Canton Fair. Just make sure to register for the fair and apply for your visitor’s badge ahead of the event. You can collect your badge when you get to the fairground or a designed hotel. Just bring a copy of the registration certificate and a passport photo.
If you forget to do it, you must pay to make a new badge on-site.
What should you remember if you attend the Canton Fair?
Vetting suppliers is an important part of running a sourcing business. Remember that you should run a background check of the potential Chinese supplier before placing an order to lower the risks.
Make sure to read our tips on preparations before the Canton Fair before setting off to China!