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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OCT 2026
Canton Fair — Autumn
15 Oct 2026 – 4 Nov 2026Guangzhou, Guangdong
The Canton Fair (China Import and Export Fair) is one of China's largest international trade fairs, held in Guangzhou. It brings together manufacturers, suppliers and buyers from around the world and spans a wide range of industries — from electronics, home appliances and industrial equipment to textiles, furniture, building materials and household goods.
More than 25,000 exhibitors take part, and the number of buyers exceeds 200,000 people from over 220 countries and regions. It is the place to find Chinese manufacturers, compare offers, establish direct business contacts and discuss cooperation terms, including prices, minimum order quantities and custom production options.
China International Agricultural Machinery Exhibition (CIAME)
26 Oct 2026 – 28 Oct 2026Tianjin, Tianjin
One of Asia's largest and most significant agricultural machinery exhibitions, held in Tianjin at the National Convention and Exhibition Center (Tianjin). Displays include tractors and agricultural machinery, soil tillage, seeding, fertilising and crop protection equipment, harvesting and post-harvest machinery, livestock equipment, agricultural drones, precision and smart farming systems and components. Aimed at professional buyers, manufacturers, distributors and international purchasers.
China International Coal & Mining Exhibition (CICEME)
27 Oct 2026 – 29 Oct 2026Beijing, Beijing
China International Coal & Mining Exhibition is a specialised coal and mining industry exhibition held since 2003, at the Capital International Exhibition Center of China (CIECC). Displays include coal mining equipment, coal preparation systems, roadheaders, crushers and conveyor systems, mining electromechanics, transport equipment, safety and monitoring systems, automation and smart mine technologies, along with solutions for low-carbon development and higher efficiency of mining enterprises.
Major international B2B exhibition for electronics manufacturing and production technologies, held at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Bao'an). Displays include equipment and solutions for SMT and component mounting, PCBA manufacturing and assembly, soldering, testing and measurement, dispensing and conformal coating, industrial automation, robotics and machine vision. Also featured are technologies and equipment for semiconductor manufacturing and testing, electronic materials and smart manufacturing solutions.
HKTDC Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition)
27 Oct 2026 – 30 Oct 2026Hong Kong, Hong Kong
One of the world's leading international B2B lighting fairs, held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). Displays include LED lighting, commercial and residential lighting, smart systems and smart home solutions, architectural and decorative lighting, and testing and certification technologies.
The world's largest B2B seafood trade fair, held in Qingdao at the Hongdao International Convention and Exhibition Center. Displays include seafood and fish products, processing and storage equipment and technologies, aquaculture, fishing equipment, feed, and cold chain and logistics solutions. Brings together manufacturers, suppliers, importers and professional buyers from around the world.
One of Asia's largest exhibitions for intralogistics, warehousing, automation and transport systems, held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). The display covers forklifts and warehouse equipment, AGVs and logistics robots, automated warehousing systems, conveyors and sortation equipment, racking systems, Auto ID and integrated logistics solutions. PTC ASIA, the international power transmission and control exhibition, runs alongside CeMAT ASIA, which makes the event especially relevant for industrial equipment, automation and production infrastructure specialists.
The international exhibition for power transmission and control technologies, held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). The display includes hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes and mechanical transmissions, electric drives, motors, bearings, couplings, seals and other industrial components. It runs alongside CeMAT ASIA 2026, which focuses on logistics technologies, warehouse automation and transport systems.
The 9th CIIE runs 5–10 November 2026 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Hongqiao), Shanghai. State-backed and import-focused: six business zones over 360,000 m² — Food & Agricultural Products, Automobile & Smart Mobility, Intelligent Industry & Information Technology, Consumer Goods, Medical Equipment & Healthcare Products and Trade in Services, plus an Innovation Incubation section. Best read as a window into what China wants to buy, rather than a sourcing fair.
FHC Shanghai Global Food Trade Show is an international exhibition of food, beverages and solutions for the restaurant and food industry, held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). The display includes food products and ingredients, meat and seafood, dairy, coffee and tea, bakery and confectionery, foodservice products, and food processing and packaging equipment. The show targets importers, distributors, hotels, restaurants, retail chains and other professional buyers.
The international exhibition of coatings, inks and adhesives, held in Area A of the China Import and Export Fair Complex (Canton Fair Complex) in Guangzhou. The display includes raw materials for coatings, paints and adhesives, production and laboratory equipment, powder and UV/EB coating technologies, and finished coatings, paints, adhesives and sealants. The show is held annually, alternating between Guangzhou and Shanghai.
The international packaging and processing exhibition, held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). The display covers packaging and processing machinery, packaging materials and containers, automation, printing and labelling, packaging design and logistics solutions. The show targets manufacturers and solution providers for the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, consumer and industrial sectors.
The combined international textile machinery exhibition ITMA ASIA + CITME, built on the two industry shows ITMA ASIA and CITME. It takes place at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai. The display covers machinery for spinning, fibre production, weaving, knitting, dyeing and finishing, printing, embroidery, nonwovens and the garment industry, as well as solutions for automation, digitalisation and textile recycling.
Asia's leading construction machinery fair, running for the first time in a "One Show, Two Venues" format in Pudong, Shanghai: SWEECC (Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center) on 23–26 November 2026 and SNIEC (Shanghai New International Expo Centre) on 24–27 November 2026. Combined, around 400,000 m² and 4,000+ exhibitors — SANY, XCMG, ZOOMLION, Liebherr, Caterpillar and the full supply chain of construction, building-material, mining machinery and construction vehicles. One badge admits you to both venues and free shuttle buses run between them.
China's top technology fair, known as "China's No.1 tech show". The 28th edition runs 26–28 November 2026 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Bao'an). Halls cover semiconductors and integrated circuits, AI and robotics, the low-altitude economy and commercial spaceflight, energy storage and batteries, new materials, smart ports and rail transit, smart agriculture and consumer electronics.
Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition (Auto Guangzhou)
27 Nov 2026 – 6 Dec 2026Guangzhou, Guangdong
The Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition at the China Import and Export Fair Complex (Canton Fair Complex) in Guangzhou. The display covers passenger and commercial vehicles, electric and other new-energy vehicles, intelligent and connected cars, as well as automotive technologies and components. A dedicated Automotive Industrial Chain area is devoted to vehicle platforms and powertrains, electrification and energy storage, intelligent systems, safety, chassis, bodies and other automotive industry solutions.
Asia's largest automotive parts and service fair, 2–5 December 2026 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Hongqiao), Shanghai — around 390,000 m² across 16 halls and the mezzanine, with roughly 7,600 exhibitors. Five product sections cover parts & components, electronics & systems, accessories & customising, diagnostics & repair, and new energy & connectivity.
China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition (Airshow China)
7 Dec 2026 – 13 Dec 2026Zhuhai, Guangdong
China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition (Airshow China) is an international aviation and aerospace exhibition held at the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition Center in Zhuhai. The display covers aircraft and helicopters, aero engines, avionics, unmanned aerial vehicles, space technologies and equipment, as well as ground equipment. The show combines the exhibition, a business programme, static displays and a flying programme.
Asia's most important machine tool exhibition. CNC machining centres, lathes, grinding machines, EDM, tooling and automation. Held biennially in Beijing.
CHINAPLAS — International Exhibition on Plastics and Rubber Industries
13 Apr 2027 – 16 Apr 2027Shenzhen, Guangdong
Asia's largest plastics and rubber fair, 13–16 April 2027 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Bao'an). Over 4,000 exhibitors across injection and extrusion machinery, moulds and tooling, raw materials and compounds, recycling and circular-economy technology, automation and smart manufacturing — the single most efficient stop for moulds, resins and processing equipment in China.
China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE)
13 Apr 2027 – 18 Apr 2027Haikou, Hainan
The Asia-Pacific's largest consumer goods expo, held every April at the Hainan International Convention & Exhibition Center in Haikou inside the Hainan Free Trade Port. International premium brands, a domestic "China Goods" pavilion, duty-free retail, beauty and fragrance, food and wine, jewellery and watches, fashion, healthcare and smart lifestyle. The last two days open to the public; the first days are trade-only. Exact 2027 dates are confirmed by the organiser each winter.