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Istanbul, Turkey Exhibition Calendar (2026) + Event Dates
Turkey, and Istanbul in particular, has in recent years become one of the most important regions, experiencing remarkable growth in international trade as well as in the tourism and travel industry. The organization of international exhibitions in various commercial, cultural, and economic fields has been met with unprecedented from citizens and foreign tourists alike, leading to continuous growth, improvement, and higher quality of these exhibitions.
More than 220 countries around the world maintain commercial and international relations with Turkey. The increasing demand from new global markets and the significant growth in exports of goods and services are driven by the high quality of Turkish products and their diversity across various industrial and commercial sectors. The organization of national and international exhibitions in different fields of industry and trade has not only greatly contributed to the growth of Turkey’s exports, but has also provided an ideal
platform for presenting national achievements and facilitating the exchange of information and services for economic stakeholders and entrepreneurs.
The Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey (TOBB) has approved the organization of 102 international exhibitions in 2024. Among the 363 national and international exhibitions held in Turkey, the months of October (September 30 to October 30), May (April 30 to May 30), and February (February 1 to February 28) are the busiest periods for exhibition events in the country.
Among the most prominent specialized exhibitions held in Turkey in recent years in the fields of trade and industry are marketing and advertising exhibitions; education industries, educational equipment and technologies; hotels, hotel and restaurant equipment; furniture and related industries; medical, medical equipment and pharmaceuticals; automotive and commercial vehicles; agriculture and food industries, and more.
By traveling to Turkey, you can, in addition to visiting one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations with abundant attractions suitable for all seasons, attend exhibitions related to your professional field and personal interests, and create new and innovative opportunities for your business.
Join us as we introduce you to the most important international exhibitions in the city of Istanbul and the Turkey
Exhibition Calendar for 2026.
The renewed and bustling season of Istanbul exhibitions began in 2026.
Istanbul Fashion Connection 2026
International Apparel & Fashion Exhibition
The Istanbul Fashion Connection / IFC 2026 will be held from February 4 to 7, 2026, at the Istanbul World Trade Center (IFM).
This international event will take place for the second time, organized by the Turkish Apparel and Textile Association in cooperation with the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce, with the goal of achieving an export volume of USD 23 billion in the apparel and textile sector.
Istanbul Fashion Connection brings together global fashion brands, designers, manufacturers, and international buyers, particularly from the European Union, creating a strong export-oriented platform for the global apparel industry.
The exhibition will feature a wide range of activities, including trend areas, seminars, workshops, and fashion shows, focusing on key topics such as digital transformation, smart clothing, technical textiles, and sustainability.
More than 300 companies will participate, welcoming thousands of buyers from dozens of countries. Product categories showcased at the exhibition include:
Women’s, men’s, and children’s wear
Denim and sportswear
Evening wear and bridal wear
Lingerie and hosiery
Leather and fur garments
Footwear
Istanbul Fashion Connection is a highly influential international fashion event, positioning Istanbul as a global hub where innovation, trends, and brands converge to shape the future of the apparel and fashion industry.
Istanbul International Tourism Fair (EMITT)
Event Dates: February 5–7, 2026
Venue: Tuyap Fair and Congress Center
The Istanbul International Tourism Fair (EMITT) will be held in Istanbul from February 5 to 7, 2026. EMITT, recognized as one of the top four tourism exhibitions in the world, annually attracts around 60,000 professionals in the tourism industry who are seeking new and exciting travel opportunities from travel service companies worldwide.
The Istanbul Tourism Fair serves as a valuable business platform, providing new job and collaboration opportunities for the tourism sectors in Turkey and globally. EMITT showcases holiday destinations, summer and winter tourist locations, outdoor attractions, hotels and resorts, tour operators, travel agencies, and more.
If you are traveling to Istanbul in February, be sure not to miss this fascinating exhibition.
Istanbul Bosphorus International Boat Show
Date: (February 21–28, 2026)
Venue: Istanbul World Trade Center (IFM)
The Bosphorus Boat Show (Land Exhibition) will be held from 02 to 09 Esfand 1404 at the Istanbul World Trade Center (IFM) for a duration of 8 days.
The Istanbul Bosphorus International Boat Show will host a wide range of brands and companies, showcasing various types of boats and marine products, including motor yachts, sailing boats, catamarans, sports boats, superyachts, speedboats, small boats, marine engines, boat equipment and accessories, jet skis, marine toys, diving equipment, fishing gear, as well as land and marine vehicle brands, and charter and insurance companies.
With the support of the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure of the Republic of Türkiye, the promotional support of the Ministry of Trade of the Republic of Türkiye, the IMEAK Chamber of Shipping, the Municipalities of Istanbul and Bakırköy, and numerous non-governmental organizations, the exhibition will be held with the participation of leading brands and institutions that add significant value to the event as sponsors and supporters.
This exhibition provides a comprehensive platform to closely observe and explore the latest technological developments in the maritime industry. Visitors will have the opportunity to gain in-depth information about cutting-edge marine technologies and innovations.
Istanbul Fabric & Textile Accessories Exhibition
Texhibition Istanbul 2026
Date: (March 4–6, 2026)
Venue: Istanbul World Trade Center (IFM)
Texhibition Istanbul is a prestigious event in the Turkish textile industry, held twice a year, and serving as a key platform that connects Turkish fabric, yarn, and textile accessories manufacturers with international buyers. The exhibition will take place from March 4 to 6, 2026, at the Istanbul World Trade Center.
This exhibition holds a prominent position in textile exports and raw material sourcing, playing a significant role in achieving Türkiye’s USD 15 billion textile export target.
The Istanbul Fabric Exhibition previously hosted 11,221 qualified professionals from both domestic and international textile ecosystems, including major garment manufacturers, international chain stores, department store purchasing managers, international brand executives, private-label brand owners, specialty store managers, online retail platform managers, importers, wholesalers, distributors, designers, and manufacturers producing under their own brands.
A total of 166 leading Turkish textile companies showcased products across woven, knitted, and denim fabrics, textile accessories, and yarn product groups. Additionally, more than 400 domestic manufacturers from the fabric, yarn, and textile accessories sectors come together with over 20,000 qualified buyers from the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, North Africa, and the Middle East, making Texhibition Istanbul a major international meeting point for the global textile industry.
Istanbul International Footwear Fashion Exhibition (AYMOD)
Date: (March 25–28, 2026)
Venue: Istanbul World Trade Center (IFM)
The Istanbul International Footwear Fashion Exhibition (AYMOD 2026), the largest footwear and fashion exhibition in Istanbul, will be held from March 25 to 28, 2026, at the Istanbul World Trade Center (IFM).
AYMOD is recognized as the most comprehensive and the second-largest footwear exhibition in Türkiye and Europe, hosting more than 500 companies and attracting over 40,000 visitors across an exhibition area of 30,000 square meters.
Held twice a year, AYMOD brings together leading manufacturers of the footwear industry, showcasing international designers and brands while presenting the latest trends, designs, and seasonal color palettes.
International-scale footwear manufacturers present a wide range of products, including women’s, men’s, and children’s footwear, sports shoes, bags, and leather goods, to foreign buyers from more than 35 countries worldwide, making AYMOD a key global meeting point for the footwear and leather accessories industry.
Istanbul International Yarn & Fiber Exhibition
İplik Fuar 2026
Date: (March 26–28, 2026)
Venue: Tüyap Fair and Congress Center, Istanbul
The 22nd Istanbul International Yarn Exhibition (İplik Fuar 2026) will be held from March 26 to 28, 2026, at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center in Istanbul.
Recognized as one of the most important yarn and fiber exhibitions worldwide, the Istanbul Yarn & Fiber Exhibition is organized by Tüyap Fair Organization Group and will take place at the Tüyap Exhibition Center in Büyükçekmece, located on the European side of Istanbul.
The previous editions of the exhibition have achieved remarkable success. The event hosted 296 companies and company representatives from 22 countries, welcoming a total of 8,372 visitors, including 1,392 international visitors and 6,980 domestic visitors, making it the largest Eurasian exhibition in its sector.
The İplik Fuar 2026 will welcome companies from around the world operating in a wide range of sectors, including metallic yarns, viscose yarns, blended viscose yarns, acrylic blended fibers, spinning machinery, polyester yarns, blended polyester yarns, silk yarns, blended silk fibers, polypropylene yarns, polyethylene yarns, cotton yarns, blended cotton yarns, natural fibers, spun yarns, crochet yarns, nylon yarns, and weaving yarns.
During the exhibition, participants will have the opportunity to explore and gain in-depth knowledge of the latest production methods and technological innovations in the yarn and fiber industry, making the event a vital international platform for networking, sourcing, and industry advancement.
Istanbul International Beauty & Care Exhibition
Beauty & Care Istanbul 2026
Date: (March 27–29, 2026)
Venue: Lütfi Kırdar International Convention and Exhibition Center (ICEC), Istanbul
The 38th Istanbul International Beauty & Care Exhibition (Beauty & Care Istanbul 2026) will be held from March 27 to 29, 2026, at the Lütfi Kırdar International Convention and Exhibition Center (ICEC), offering an exceptionally high-capacity platform for the presentation of cosmetic, beauty, and personal care products and services.
By bringing together the sectors of beauty, professional cosmetics, skincare, medical aesthetics, and health, the International Beauty & Care Exhibition serves as a key meeting point for industry professionals, including physicians, dermatologists, aesthetic doctors, beauty specialists, beauty center owners, and makeup artists.
In 2025, the exhibition achieved a record-breaking success, hosting 27,801 professional visitors, more than 226 exhibitors, and over 618 brands, marking its highest participation in terms of both exhibitors and visitors.
At Beauty & Care Istanbul 2026, where numerous international and local professional cosmetic brands come together and new technologies are introduced, both domestically manufactured beauty devices and leading global brands will be showcased. In addition, the exhibition will present the most advanced devices, technologies, equipment, and methods related to anti-aging, hair care, spa, wellness, and fitness, while hosting doctors, plastic surgeons, dermatologists, beauty and aesthetic professionals, hairstylists, makeup artists, and other experts from both domestic and international markets.
Istanbul Solar Energy Exhibition (Solarex)
Event Dates: April 8–10, 2026
Venue: Istanbul CNR Expo Center
The Istanbul Solar Energy Exhibition (Solarex) will be held in Istanbul from April 8 to 10, 2026. Solarex is Turkey’s first and only exhibition dedicated to solar energy, providing an opportunity for the country to take significant steps toward becoming a hub for solar energy production.
The Istanbul Solar Energy Exhibition is a business-focused event where the latest global solar technologies and newly produced Turkish solar products are showcased in one place. At Solarex Istanbul, leading companies and top international representatives in the sector will meet.
As a solar-focused event in one of the sunniest countries in the world, it attracts the attention of major global companies and brands, encouraging them to invest in Turkey. The Istanbul Solar Energy Exhibition (Solarex) is a significant event that continues to grow with the participation of international attendees. It also aims to highlight the importance of clean energy to both participating companies and seminar visitors.
International Exhibitions in Istanbul, Turkey Updated Through the End of Nowruz 1405
This article is updated based on the dates of the most important exhibitions in Turkey. So stay with Rentifa to make sure you don’t miss the dates of your desired exhibition. You can plan your trip to Istanbul according to the Turkey Exhibition Calendar, allowing you to combine sightseeing and leisure with an educational and rewarding experience.
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