About this expo
Hotelex Shanghai 2027 is a major annual B2B trade show for the food and hospitality industry, held in Shanghai, China. Positioned as Asia's definitive event for professionals, it showcases a complete ecosystem of hospitality innovation. The event is a flagship exhibition under China's 14th Five-Year Plan and acts as a strategic gateway for international brands into the Chinese market.
The upcoming Hotelex Shanghai 2027 is projected to cover 400,000 SQM, featuring over 4,000 exhibitors and more than 300,000 professional visitors. In 2026, the event attracted 284,581 visitors and 3,826 exhibitors across 400,000 square meters. Core exhibit sectors for 2027 include catering equipment, tableware, fine food, refrigeration equipment, beverages, coffee & tea, ice cream & dairy, baking equipment, and brand franchising. The target audience comprises food and hospitality professionals such as chain owners, chefs, baristas, hotel purchasers, and retail buyers.
Exhibitors can leverage the event to promote brands, find new partners, and secure profitable contracts, accessing professional buyers from China, Southeast Asia, and the Asia-Pacific region. The event also features concurrent exhibitions like HOTELEX COFFEE & FOOD FESTIVAL, SHANGHAI INTERNATIONAL FRANCHISE EXHIBITION, and EXPO FINEFOOD.
Highlights
5 items- Projected over 4,000 exhibitors (2027)
- Projected over 300,000 professional visitors (2027)
- Projected 400,000 SQM exhibition space (2027)
- AUMA listed
- Held at National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai Hongqiao)
FAQ
4 questionsWhen and where does Hotelex Shanghai 2027 take place?+
Hotelex Shanghai 2027 is held annually from March 30 to April 2, 2027, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai Hongqiao) in Shanghai, China.
Who organizes Hotelex Shanghai 2027?+
The event is organized by Shanghai Sinoexpo Informa Markets International Exhibition Co. Ltd. Guidance is provided by the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism, with co-organizers including the World Federation of Chinese Catering Industry and the All China Bakery Association.
What industries and products are covered at Hotelex Shanghai 2027?+
Hotelex Shanghai 2027 covers a wide range of products and services for the food and hospitality industry, including catering equipment, tableware, fine food, refrigeration equipment, beverages, coffee & tea, ice cream & dairy, baking equipment, and brand franchising.
How can I attend or exhibit at Hotelex Shanghai 2027?+
Hotelex Shanghai 2027 is open to both the public and professionals. For more information on attending or exhibiting, please visit the official website at https://www.hotelex.cn/en/shanghai.