China trade fairs
China trade fairs are where you see product, compare suppliers and set the next steps. Papillon prepares the visit: a booth shortlist, interpretation, logistics and contact after the hall.
2026 calendar, short
Confirm dates before you book flights. One phase plus factory visits beats five halls without a brief.
| Fair | 2026 | Who it is for |
|---|---|---|
| Canton Fair | 15 Apr – 5 May / 15 Oct – 4 Nov, 3 phases | Multi-category, factories, higher MOQ |
| Yiwu Fair | around 21–24 Oct (market year-round) | Small goods, lower MOQ, LCL |
| HK Electronics | 13–16 Oct (HKCEC) | Electronics, components |
| Global Sources | October, several phases (AsiaWorld-Expo) | OEM/ODM, buyer brand |
| CHTF | typically mid-November | B2B technology, Shenzhen |
| CIIE | typically 5–10 Nov | Import into China, not a first sourcing fair |
Full schedule: 2026 calendar. Channel comparison: Canton vs Yiwu vs Global Sources.
Fairs
Each fair has a page with dates, venue and a typical visitor profile. Pick the one that matches your goods and sourcing stage.
2026 fair calendar
Canton, Yiwu, HK, Global Sources, CHTF, CIIE
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Canton Fair
Guangzhou, the large fair and 2026 phases
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Yiwu Fair
Small goods, lower MOQ and traders
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HK Electronics Fair
Electronics and components, HKCEC
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Global Sources
OEM/ODM, AsiaWorld-Expo
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CHTF Shenzhen
China Hi-Tech Fair, B2B technology
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CIIE Shanghai
Import expo, when it makes sense
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