Canton Fair 2026 in Guangzhou
The complete guide to the 140th Canton Fair, China's largest trade fair and its 70th-anniversary edition. Dates, phases, registration, visas and buyer tips for overseas importers and sourcing buyers heading to the China Import and Export Fair.
Canton Fair 2026 dates and phases
The next fair is the 140th Autumn Session, running across three phases. Each phase covers different product categories, and most buyers attend a single phase, so match your products to the right dates before booking. This edition marks the fair's 70th anniversary.
Electronics, household appliances, machinery, hardware, tools, new energy and vehicles.
Consumer goods, gifts, home decor, furniture and building materials.
Textiles, garments, shoes, bags, office supplies, food, medical and health products.
Held at the China Import and Export Fair Complex, No. 382 Yuejiang Zhong Road, Pazhou, Haizhu District, Guangzhou, reachable on Guangzhou Metro Line 8 (Pazhou or Xingangdong station).
Canton Fair resources & guides
Everything you need to prepare, from dates and registration to visas and on-the-ground buyer tips.
Autumn 2026 Dates
Key dates, phases and product categories for the upcoming fair.
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Why Attend
The business value and global impact of attending in person.
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Expert Tips
Navigate the event and source suppliers like a seasoned buyer.
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Buyer Guide
Complete planning, sourcing and supplier follow-up guide.
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Visa Process
Step-by-step guide to your China visa and invitation letter.
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Fair History
How the Canton Fair grew into Asia's largest trade event.
ExploreThe world's most important sourcing event
The Canton Fair, officially the China Import and Export Fair, is the largest and longest-running trade fair in China. Held twice a year at the Canton Fair Complex in Pazhou, Guangzhou, it brings tens of thousands of manufacturers and exporters together under one roof, drawing buyers from more than 210 countries and regions.
For importers, wholesalers, retailers and private-label brands, it is the fastest way to compare suppliers in person, see products first-hand, negotiate pricing and start factory relationships that listings and cold emails cannot match. Whether it is your first visit or your fifteenth, preparation is what separates a productive sourcing trip from an expensive one.
Who should attend the Canton Fair
Importers & wholesalers
Compare dozens of suppliers in a day and benchmark pricing, quality and minimum order quantities face to face.
Retailers & private label
Discover new products, find manufacturers for own-brand ranges and negotiate terms directly with factories.
Sourcing agents
Cover multiple categories across phases, shortlist suppliers and build a reliable factory network.
First-time buyers
See how global sourcing really works, with the guidance and preparation to avoid costly first-trip mistakes.
Canton Fair 2026 FAQ
The next fair is the 140th Autumn Session, running in three phases in Guangzhou: Phase 1 from 15 to 19 October, Phase 2 from 23 to 27 October, and Phase 3 from 31 October to 4 November 2026.
At the China Import and Export Fair Complex in Pazhou, Guangzhou, accessible via Guangzhou Metro Line 8.
It depends on your product category. Phase 1 covers electronics, machinery and vehicles; Phase 2 covers home products, furniture and building materials; Phase 3 covers consumer goods, textiles, toys and food. Match your products to the phase before booking travel.
Many overseas buyers need a Mainland China visa, and an official invitation letter from the buyer system is often required for visa support. Requirements depend on your nationality, so confirm with your local Chinese consulate.
Register through the official Canton Fair buyer system as early as possible, complete pre-registration with your passport and business details, and apply for an invitation letter if you need one for your visa.
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