CRFE 2026 Beijing International Franchise Expo
30 October - 1 November, 2026
China International Exhibition Center (Chaoyang Hall)
Beijing
No. 6 East Third Ring Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
北京市朝阳区北三环东路6号
Beijing
No. 6 East Third Ring Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
北京市朝阳区北三环东路6号
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From October 30 to November 1, 2026, the highly anticipated annual event of China's franchise industry, the CRFE Beijing International Franchise Expo, will take place at the China International Exhibition Center! This expo is an ideal opportunity to discover the most promising entrepreneurial projects of 2026. Whether you're looking for emerging trends in the restaurant franchise sector or innovative models in education chains, we have the answers you seek.
The exhibition will cover four major areas: dining, retail, service, and education. The restaurant sector will showcase various formats including Chinese and Western dining, fast food, hot pot, barbecue, coffee and tea shops, casual beverages, and specialty snacks. In the education sector, different types of franchised educational institutions such as kindergartens, early education, childcare, tutoring, and arts training will be presented.
The service industry will feature exciting offerings from hotel chains, KTV bars, automotive services, and health and beauty sectors, alongside dry cleaning services and logistics. The retail sector will encompass supermarkets, convenience stores, specialty shops (covering food, clothing, cosmetics, etc.), and innovative Internet-based retail models.
As the first professional franchise fair in North China, the CRFE has successfully held 44 sessions, becoming a benchmark for the industry nationwide. This year, the exhibition will adhere to its core positioning of "Investment attraction + Display," creating a highly professional and effective cost-effective platform for Chinese franchised brands. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned investor in the industry, this expo promises to inspire and provide opportunities!
The exhibition will cover four major areas: dining, retail, service, and education. The restaurant sector will showcase various formats including Chinese and Western dining, fast food, hot pot, barbecue, coffee and tea shops, casual beverages, and specialty snacks. In the education sector, different types of franchised educational institutions such as kindergartens, early education, childcare, tutoring, and arts training will be presented.
The service industry will feature exciting offerings from hotel chains, KTV bars, automotive services, and health and beauty sectors, alongside dry cleaning services and logistics. The retail sector will encompass supermarkets, convenience stores, specialty shops (covering food, clothing, cosmetics, etc.), and innovative Internet-based retail models.
As the first professional franchise fair in North China, the CRFE has successfully held 44 sessions, becoming a benchmark for the industry nationwide. This year, the exhibition will adhere to its core positioning of "Investment attraction + Display," creating a highly professional and effective cost-effective platform for Chinese franchised brands. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned investor in the industry, this expo promises to inspire and provide opportunities!
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