The 35th HOTELEX Shanghai 2027 International Hotel and Restaurant Expo
30 March - 2 April, 2027
National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai)
Shanghai
333 Songze Avenue, Shanghai
上海市崧泽大道333号
Shanghai
333 Songze Avenue, Shanghai
上海市崧泽大道333号
Need help with this expo?
CNToolbox can assist with event registration, route planning, and providing participant
lists and contact details, as well as arranging meetings or on-site
support upon request.
Area: 400,000 m2
Exhibitors: 4,000+
Visitors: 300,000+
The main goal of the expo is to gather high-quality resources from the hotel and restaurant sectors and to create a professional exchange platform to promote industry development. HOTELEX 2027 is one of the three major branding activities strategically launched during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, as guided by the Shanghai Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism. The exhibition scale is expected to reach 400,000 square meters, attracting over 300,000 professional visitors from various channels, including hospitality, retail, food trade, restaurant investment, and tourism. More than 4,000 exhibitors are expected to showcase products covering the entire supply chain of the hotel and restaurant industry, aiming to establish a more open and efficient global communication platform for food and beverage enterprises.
During the expo, over 50 influential vocational skill competitions and high-level forums will be held, including internationally certified events like the World Barista Championship and the World Bread Competition, as well as major industry forums such as the Chinese Restaurant BOSS Conference and the New Trend Food and Beverage Conference. These activities will attract tens of thousands of industry professionals, allowing exhibitors to sponsor events to directly promote their products to end-users and purchasing decision-makers, achieving precise exposure and expanding industry influence.
The classic segments of HOTELEX will cover various areas, including comprehensive catering equipment, central kitchen and food machinery, refrigeration equipment, tabletop products, premium ingredients, beverage supply chains, coffee and tea, ice cream and dairy products, baking equipment and raw materials, food and beverage packaging and design, wine and spirits, franchising and chain operation, private label and contract manufacturing, as well as functional foods and beverages across fourteen categories, ensuring comprehensive coverage of industry needs.
Upcoming Related Events
26 November - 28 November, 2026
in 1 month
2026 28th China International High-tech Achievements Fair
Comprehensive Sectors
High-Tech Materials/Technology
Other Equipment/Materials
The 28th China International High-tech Achievements Fair will take place from November 26 to 28, 2026, in Shenzhen, covering an area of 400,000 square meters with over 5,000 high-tech companies expected to exhibit and around 500,000 professional visitors anticipated. Recognized as the longest-standing and most influential event in China's high-tech sector, it will focus on various fields including information technology, electric vehicles, and medical devices, promoting international technological exchanges and cooperation.
27 November - 29 November, 2026
in 1 month
2026 12th Hangzhou International Influencer Brand Expo and Video Number, Private Domain Multi-Channel Link Conference
Comprehensive Sectors
Other Equipment/Materials
Franchise and Chain
The 2026 12th Hangzhou International Influencer Brand Expo will take place from November 27 to 29, 2026, focusing on private domain e-commerce and the live broadcast industry, gathering many reputable brands and enterprises to showcase diverse products including food, beauty, and clothing, promoting omnichannel marketing.
27 November - 29 November, 2026
in 1 month
11th China (Shenzhen) International Tourism Expo 2026
Hotel Supplies
In November 2026, the 11th Shenzhen International Tourism Expo will be held in Shenzhen, bringing together global practitioners in cultural and tourism to explore new opportunities and showcase tourism resources and related products.
3 December - 6 December, 2026
in 1 month
2026 Greater Bay Area Industrial Expo
Comprehensive Sectors
Industrial Machinery
The 2026 Greater Bay Area Industrial Expo will be held in 2026, with an exhibition area of 180,000 sqm, expecting to attract 118,317 visitors and approximately 1,479 exhibitors. This expo serves as an important platform for showcasing and networking in the global industrial sector.
9 December - 11 December, 2026
in 1 month
2026 Shanghai International Artificial Intelligence Exhibition - Intelligent Robotics Exhibition
Comprehensive Sectors
High-Tech Materials/Technology
E-commerce and Trade Fair
Computers, Communications and Electronic Equipment
The 2026 Shanghai International Artificial Intelligence Exhibition will be held from December 9 to 11, 2026, at the Shanghai New International Expo Center. The event focuses on showcasing the latest technologies and applications in the AI field, covering diverse themes such as AI+IoT and AI chips. A series of forums will be held to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and market opportunities.
18 December - 20 December, 2026
in 1 month
2026 32nd Guangzhou Hotel Supplies Exhibition
Hotel Supplies
Furniture and Home Furnishing
The 2026 32nd Guangzhou Hotel Supplies Exhibition will be held from December 18 to 20, 2026, in Guangzhou. The exhibition is expected to cover an area of 300,000 square meters with over 4,500 exhibiting companies, representing the full industry chain of hotel supplies. It provides a platform for brand promotion and market expansion in the hotel supplies industry, inviting all sectors to come and engage.
25 December - 28 December, 2026
in 1 month
2026 24th China (Chongqing) International Autumn Tea Industry Expo
Food and Drinks
Hotel Supplies
The 24th China (Chongqing) International Tea Industry Expo will take place from December 25 to 28, 2026, at the Chongqing International Convention and Exhibition Center, focusing on tea products and related enterprises to promote industry exchange and cooperation.
8 January - 11 January, 2027
in 2 months
The 16th Shenyang Spring Festival Food Exhibition and the 2nd Northeast (Shenyang) Spring Festival Gift Exhibition
Comprehensive Sectors
Food and Drinks
Gifts, Toys and Pet Supplies
Daily Necessities
The 16th Shenyang Spring Festival Food Exhibition and the 2nd Northeast (Shenyang) Spring Festival Gift Exhibition will be held from January 8 to 11, 2027, at the Shenyang International Exhibition Center, themed "Buying New Year Goods, Purchasing Good Gifts, Welcoming the New Year," showcasing a variety of quality New Year goods and gifts to meet procurement needs for enterprises and families.