Hong Kong, one of the world’s largest trading economies, is also one of the leading congress and exhibition centers in Asia. Hong Kong’s excellent air connectivity allows passengers to travel comfortably, making this city a perfect location for international conventions. Besides exhibitors from China and Hong Kong, people from various parts of the Asian continent will come to show their goods. The following article presents trade fairs in Hong Kong in 2023.
Trade fair industry in Hong Kong
Hong Kong has officially taken steps to open up to tourists. The quarantine related to Covid-19 is no longer required. Along with the news, many trade shows in various industries not only offer remote exhibitions, but it is finally possible to come and see the products with your own eyes.
Popular imports from Hong Kong
The most popular items imported from Hong Kong are electrical machinery, equipment, and computers. Optical, technical, medical apparatus, perfumes, cosmetics, and plastic articles are also imported. Art items, including antiques, are imported from Hong Kong as well. Equally popular are gems and precious metals.
Hong Kong’s achievements in the congress and exhibition area
In 2020 Hong Kong was granted the title of “Best City for Meeting in Asia” by the Smart Travel Asia Awards. The same year, it received the “Most Anticipated Overseas Meeting & Incentive Destination (Short Haul)” award from China Travel Industry Awards.
Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC)
Hong Kong Trade Development Council, or HKTDC for short, is an organization established in 1966 to facilitate international trade for Hong Kong companies. One of its tasks is also to promote a positive image of the city. Thanks to HKTDC and its over 50 years of experience, many small and medium-sized businesses have a chance to develop in the international arena and gain business partners from around the world.
Hong Kong Development Council is responsible for organizing most of the events in this region.
Trade shows in Hong Kong in 2023
Below are some examples of events being organized in 2023. We have collected the most interesting trade shows representing various industries in which it is worth participating.
As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, online meetings are becoming increasingly standard solutions. Most of the mentioned events will be held stationary as well as remotely. For those unable to come to Hong Kong, the hybrid form will allow them to view the full offer of exhibitors. However, if we can go to Hong Kong in person and see the products of our interest, it is worth taking advantage of this opportunity and experiencing the greatness of these kinds of events.
Hong Kong International Optical Fair
- Date: January 9-11, 2023
- Location: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Date of the fair in a remote form, Click2Match: January 9-18, 2023
Hong Kong International Optical Fair is an amazing trading platform that puts exhibitors in the perfect position to connect with buyers from all around the world. During the event, you will see products such as optical and diagnostic instruments, shop fittings and equipment for the optical industry, binoculars, magnifiers, reading glasses, and all kinds of accessories for glasses, lens cleaners, and many others. Currently, the exhibition has already registered over 1000 people, and the opinions from the previous editions are very positive.
The event’s website: event.hktdc.com/fair/hkopticalfair-en/HKTDC-Hong-Kong-International-Optical-Fair
Hong Kong Baby Products Fair
- Date: January 9-12, 2023
- Location: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Date of the fair in a remote form, Click2Match: January 9-19, 2023
During Hong Kong Baby Products Fair, we can observe the dynamically developing Asian market of baby products. It is a great opportunity to expand your business network and discover new market opportunities. In 2020, the total number of people buying products displayed at the Hong Kong Baby Products Fair was over 28,000.
The event’s website: event.hktdc.com/fair/hkbabyfair-en/HKTDC-Hong-Kong-Baby-Products-Fair
Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair
- Date: January 9-12, 2023
- Location: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Date of the fair in a remote form, Click2Match: January 9-19, 2023
Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair will present various kinds of toys, including electronics, remote control, and smart tech. We will also see educational games, sporting goods, toys for pets, Christmas and party decorations, soft toys, dolls, and many other products.
The event’s website: event.hktdc.com/fair/hktoyfair-en/HKTDC-Hong-Kong-Toys-and-Games-Fair
Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show
- Date: March 1-5, 2023
- Location: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Date of the fair in a remote form, Click2Match: March 1-12, 2023
Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show is a showcase of exhibitors worldwide. You will be able to meet the best buyers in the industry in search of spectacular, high-quality jewelry raw materials. The program includes forecasts of upcoming trends, seminars, forums for acquirers, and jewelry parades.
The event’s website: hktdc.com/event/hkdgp/en
Hong Kong International Jewellery Show
- Date: March 1-5, 2023
- Location: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Date of the fair in a remote form, Click2Match: March 1-12, 2023
Hong Kong International Jewellery Show is an outstanding annual marketplace of stunning and timeless masterpieces and visionary creations. This event attracts the greatest elites in the jewelry industry. We will see products such as diamonds, precious jewelry, clocks, and watches.
The event’s website: hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/en
Hong Kong International Lighting Fair
- Date: April 6-9, 2023
- Location: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Date of the fair in a remote form, Click2Match: April 6-16, 2023
Hong Kong International Lighting Fair is a platform where we can find products from the electronics, lighting, and household appliances industries, including commercial, decorative, and LED lighting, lighting accessories, various parts and components, as well as technical and outdoor lighting.
The event’s website: hktdc.com/event/hklightingfairse/en
Hong Kong International Home Textiles and Furnishings Fair
- Date: April 20-23, 2023
- Location: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Date of the fair in a remote form, Click2Match: April 20-30, 2023
Hong Kong International Home Textiles and Furnishings Fair is the leading platform for the industry’s latest products, designs, and trends. It offers a wide range of high-quality products, such as bathroom textiles, bedroom textiles, kitchen textiles, carpets, and floor coverings.
The event’s website: hktdc.com/event/hkhometextilesfair/en
Hong Kong Houseware Fair
- Date: April 20-23, 2023
- Location: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Date of the fair in a remote form, Click2Match: April 20-30, 2023
The organizer of the Hong Kong Houseware Fair ensures that the fair offers household goods that meet the expectations of modern consumers. Multiple expositions will give buyers a wide choice in terms of shopping. It can also be beneficial for developing business contacts.
The event’s website: hktdc.com/event/hkhousewarefair/en
Hong Kong Electronics Fair
- Date: April 13-16, 2023
- Location: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Date of the fair in a remote form, Click2Match: April 13-23, 2023
Hong Kong Electronics Fair is a platform where many new business opportunities can be discovered. The exhibition will feature the latest products and services from the electronics industry, including automotive electronics. The fair has very positive, encouraging feedback.
The event’s website: hktdc.com/event/hkelectronicsfairse/en
Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair
- Date: April 27-30, 2023
- Location: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Date of the fair in a remote form, Click2Match: April 20-30, 2023
Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair is a popular event on a global scale, where we can find products from various commercial sectors. The fair is an excellent opportunity to trade because of a wide selection of articles and services. They enable the development of a network of potential contacts, thanks to which we will be able to develop our business simultaneously.
The event’s website: hktdc.com/event/hkgiftspremiumfair/en
Hong Kong International Tea Fair
- Data: August 17-19, 2023
- Lokalizacja: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Date of the fair in a remote form, Click2Match: August 17-26, 2023
Hong Kong International Tea Fair is an event that represents the regions that produce tea and trade it, e.g. China, India, Japan, or Sri Lanka. It is aimed at retailers, producers, and suppliers. An extensive entertainment program completes the exhibition with tea ceremony demonstrations, tasting, and awarding of prizes.
The event’s website: hktdc.com/event/hkteafair/en
Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair
- Data: September 5-9, 2023
- Lokalizacja: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Date of the fair in a remote form, Click2Match: September 5-16, 2023
Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair is by far the most outstanding event in the watch industry in the world. The fair presents a number of watches and clocks, parts and components, machines and devices.
The event’s website: hktdc.com/event/hkwatchfair/en
Why should you go to trade shows in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong is a fantastic place, different from the Western cities. Going there means we will get to see things we have yet to come across before. Hong Kong will provide you with many new cultural experiences, making the trip even more enjoyable.
Apart from the cultural aspect, it should be mentioned that fairs in Hong Kong are always organized at the highest level. The exhibition centers are modern and spacious. The most popular Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center can accommodate up to 140,000 people daily.
Being the main center of international conventions and exhibitions in Asia, we can be sure that we will meet exhibitors from various countries all over the continent at trade fairs. It will provide a wide range of products and services and can be a great opportunity to trade and expand potential business networks.
We can easily communicate in English there, as it is next to Chinese, the second official language of Hong Kong. It is another advantage of holding fairs in this place, as it will make it easier to conduct business talks.