Trade fairs & exhibitions in China

China hosts the world's largest calendar of trade fairs and industrial exhibitions. From the twice-yearly Canton Fair in Guangzhou — held every spring and autumn — to specialist shows like Automechanika Shanghai, SNEC solar, CMEF medical and Bauma China, these events are where global buyers meet manufacturers face to face. The calendar above lists the key exhibitions in China by date, city and industry, so you can plan sourcing trips around the fairs that matter to your sector.

When is the Canton Fair 2026?

The Canton Fair runs twice a year in Guangzhou — a spring session (typically April–May) and an autumn session (typically October–November), each split into three phases by product category. Check the calendar above for the exact confirmed dates.

Which industrial fairs in China happen in autumn?

Autumn is the busiest season for industrial fairs in China. The autumn Canton Fair, Automechanika Shanghai and many machinery, electronics and equipment shows cluster between September and November. Filter the calendar by date and industry to see the autumn fairs in your sector.

What are the biggest trade shows in China?

The Canton Fair is the largest by exhibitor volume, followed by industry-specific giants such as Automechanika Shanghai (automotive), SNEC (solar/PV), CMEF (medical) and Bauma China (construction machinery).

How do I plan a trip around China exhibitions?

Save the exhibitions you want to attend, then use the free Trip Organizer to build a day-by-day itinerary with automatic travel legs between cities.

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