Calendar
Franchise events & expos
Exhibitions, expos and conferences for franchisors, franchisees and investors worldwide. Dates are taken from organisers' official pages — always confirm before travelling.
6 Nov 2026 – 7 Nov 2026
Franchise Expo Germany
Messe Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
The largest franchise trade fair in the German-speaking countries, with around 120 exhibitors presenting franchise systems across sectors.
MFV Expositions with the German Franchise Association
Official event page10 Nov 2026 – 12 Nov 2026
Shanghai International Franchise Expo
Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Shanghai, China
One of China’s most influential franchise exhibitions, covering dining, retail, education, health, fitness and business services.
Shanghai Chain Enterprise Association, Sinoexpo Informa Markets
Official event page13 Nov 2026 – 14 Nov 2026
Franchise Expo West
Glendale, Glendale, Arizona, United States
Franchise expo for the US Southwest with exhibitors across investment levels and an educational programme.
MFV Expositions
Official event page21 Nov 2026 – 22 Nov 2026
The National Franchise Show Montreal
Palais des congrès, Montreal, Canada
Twice-yearly franchise show at the Palais des congrès with exhibitors and seminars for prospective franchisees.
National Event Management
Official event page23 Nov 2026 – 25 Nov 2026
Saudi Franchise Expo — Jeddah
Jeddah Center for Exhibitions and Events, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
International, regional and local franchise brands meet investors in Saudi Arabia, with business matchmaking and workshops.
Sunaidi Expo & Conferences
Official event page28 Nov 2026 – 29 Nov 2026
FRO Expo Gujarat
Mahatma Mandir Convention & Exhibition Centre, Gandhinagar, India
Franchise, retail and startup expo with more than 200 brands, co-located with the International Bharat Startup Summit.
Franchise India
Official event page5 Dec 2026
World Franchise & Licensing Expo India
Welcome hotel by ITC, Delhi, India
Brand licensing and master franchise platform for investors, multi-unit operators and global consumer brands.
Franchise India
Official event page23 Jan 2027 – 24 Jan 2027
The Franchise Expo — New York/New Jersey
Meadowlands Exposition Center, Secaucus, New Jersey, United States
Public franchise and business-opportunity show for the New York metropolitan area.
National Event Management
Official event page26 Jan 2027 – 28 Jan 2027
Saudi Franchise Expo — Riyadh
The Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Second edition of the Saudi International Franchise Expo season, connecting franchise brands with Saudi investors.
Sunaidi Expo & Conferences
Official event page29 Jan 2027 – 30 Jan 2027
The British & International Franchise Exhibition
Olympia, London, United Kingdom
Franchise exhibition supported by the British Franchise Association, with 100+ exhibiting brands and 50+ free presentations and workshops.
Venture Marketing Group / British Franchise Association
Official event page30 Jan 2027 – 31 Jan 2027
FROEXPO Pune 2027
Messe Global Convention Center, Pune, India
Regional franchise and retail opportunities expo for investors and entrepreneurs in western India.
Franchise India
Official event page5 Feb 2027 – 6 Feb 2027
Franchise Expo South
Fort Lauderdale Convention Center, Fort Lauderdale, United States
Regional franchise expo with 125+ exhibitors and 20+ educational sessions for the Southeast US.
Comexposium
Official event page20 Feb 2027 – 21 Feb 2027
FROEXPO Jaipur 2027
Rajasthan International Center, Jaipur, India
Franchise, retail and business-opportunity expo for Rajasthan.
Franchise India
Official event page2 Mar 2027 – 5 Mar 2027
Japan International Franchise Show
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo, Japan
Japan’s principal franchise trade show, presenting restaurant, retail and service franchise systems.
Nikkei
Official event page13 Mar 2027 – 15 Mar 2027
Franchise Expo Paris
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Paris, France
France's leading franchise event, with nearly 600 exhibitors including 500 brands.
Comexposium
Official event page13 Mar 2027 – 14 Mar 2027
FROEXPO Hyderabad 2027
HITEX Exhibition Centre, Hyderabad, India
Franchise and retail expo for southern India.
Franchise India
Official event page30 Mar 2027 – 2 Apr 2027
Shanghai International Franchise Expo — Spring
National Exhibition and Convention Center, Shanghai, China
Spring edition of Shanghai’s franchise exhibition for chain and franchise brands.
Sinoexpo Informa Markets
Official event page30 Mar 2027 – 2 Apr 2027
Hotel Investment and Franchise Expo (HIFE)
Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Shanghai, China
Trade fair for hotel investment, franchising and design trends; professional visitors only.
Sinoexpo Informa Markets
Official event page3 Apr 2027 – 4 Apr 2027
The National Franchise Show Houston
George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston, Texas, United States
Public franchise and business-opportunity show with exhibiting brands and free seminars for prospective franchisees.
National Event Management
Official event page10 Apr 2027 – 11 Apr 2027
The National Franchise Show Vancouver
Vancouver Convention Centre, Vancouver, Canada
Public franchise and business-opportunity show with exhibiting brands and free seminars for prospective franchisees.
National Event Management
Official event page16 Apr 2027 – 17 Apr 2027
International Franchise Show London
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Over 250 exhibitors and 60 seminars for entrepreneurs and international brands.
International Franchise Association (title sponsor)
Official event page16 Apr 2027 – 18 Apr 2027
Zhengzhou International Franchise Expo
Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Zhengzhou, China
Regional Chinese chain and franchise exhibition.
ZFE organisers
Official event page17 Apr 2027 – 18 Apr 2027
The National Franchise Show Washington DC
Dulles Expo Center, Chantilly, Virginia, United States
Public franchise and business-opportunity show with exhibiting brands and free seminars for prospective franchisees.
National Event Management
Official event page30 Apr 2027 – 1 May 2027
The National Franchise Show Las Vegas
World Market Center, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Public franchise and business-opportunity show with exhibiting brands and free seminars for prospective franchisees.
National Event Management
Official event page6 May 2027 – 8 May 2027
Franchise International Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Malaysia’s international franchise exhibition, connecting local and foreign brands with investors.
Malaysian Franchise Association
Official event page10 May 2027 – 12 May 2027
Guangzhou International Franchise Expo (GIFE)
Canton Fair Complex, Pazhou, Guangzhou, China
Large chain and franchise exhibition in southern China.
GIFE organisers
Official event page15 May 2027 – 16 May 2027
The National Franchise Show Orlando
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida, United States
Public franchise and business-opportunity show with exhibiting brands and free seminars for prospective franchisees.
National Event Management
Official event page15 May 2027 – 16 May 2027
Franchise India Delhi 2027
India International Convention & Exhibition Centre, New Delhi, India
Franchise India’s flagship Delhi exhibition for national and international brands.
Franchise India
Official event page21 May 2027 – 23 May 2027
FRANCHISE CHINA
China National Convention Center, Beijing, China
China Franchise Expo in Beijing for franchise brands and investors.
China Chain Store & Franchise Association
Official event page22 May 2027 – 23 May 2027
The National Franchise Show Chicago
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, Illinois, United States
Public franchise and business-opportunity show with exhibiting brands and free seminars for prospective franchisees.
National Event Management
Official event page4 Jun 2027 – 5 Jun 2027
International Franchise Expo (IFE)
Javits Center, New York, United States
The leading US franchise show, with 150+ exhibitors and 40+ workshops.
Comexposium
Official event page26 Jun 2027 – 27 Jun 2027
FROEXPO Chennai 2027
Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai, India
Franchise and retail opportunities expo in Chennai.
Franchise India
Official event page