The 2026 Hotelex Shanghai will kick off March 30–April 2 at Shanghai’s National Exhibition and Convention Center, organizers confirmed. The four-day event, held annually each spring, will highlight industry innovations and foster global collaboration across hospitality sectors. Over 400,000 professional visitors are expected to examine products and trends from more than 5,000 exhibitors in hotel, food and beverage, catering, and related industries. Attendees can engage in face-to-face negotiations with over 100,000 procurement specialists, facilitating direct business deals across global markets.
Located at 228 Pan Zhong Dong Lu in Qingpu District, the NECC offers large-scale exhibition spaces designed for international trade fairs. Its proximity to the Shanghai Hongqiao transportation hub guarantees easy access for global attendees. The venue’s infrastructure supports multiple concurrent exhibitions, enabling cross-sector connections between hospitality equipment, food machinery, packaging, and tourism services.
Organized by Shanghai Sinoexpo Informa Markets International Exhibition Co., Ltd., the event targets industry professionals seeking the latest advancements. The event is a key stop in the HOTELEX fairs series, which also includes major exhibitions in Guangzhou, Chengdu, and Bangkok, enhancing regional and global industry connections. Highlights include barista shows, cooking competitions, wine tastings, and seminars on emerging trends.
Exhibitors will display cutting-edge kitchen appliances, coffee and tea products, baked goods, ice cream, and spirits. The expo also integrates upstream and downstream supply chains, linking food preparation to hotel operations and commercial real estate.
Spanning 700,000 square meters across multiple pavilions, the expo features dedicated zones for different sectors. Modern facilities will streamline business matchmaking and networking, with B2B meetings encouraging partnerships.
International visitors will benefit from nearby accommodation and transport links. Co-located with the Shanghai Tourism Industry Expo, the event overlaps with related shows focused on tourism, catering, and commercial spaces. This integration aims to strengthen ties between hospitality, retail, and cultural sectors.
Forums will address topics like sustainable practices and digital transformation, reflecting the industry’s evolving demands. Past editions have drawn participants from over 100 countries, underscoring Shanghai’s role as a hub for global hospitality trade.
With its mix of exhibitions, competitions, and knowledge-sharing platforms, Hotelex Shanghai 2026 aims to drive innovation while bridging markets and cultures. The confirmed dates and expanded scope signal its continued growth as a cornerstone event for Asia’s hospitality industry.
