About this expo
SHOES & LEATHER – GUANGZHOU stands as a premier annual trade fair in Asia, exclusively dedicated to the footwear and leather goods industry. Recognized as a significant and professional expo for the global sector, its primary goal is to stimulate market recovery. The event provides exhibitors with opportunities to engage with new potential customers, re-establish and strengthen connections with visitors and buyers, and expand their global business network. It functions as a crucial hub for innovation and networking across the Asian region, delivering a strategically curated and future-focused platform for industry professionals.
The exhibition showcases a broad spectrum of products and technologies. Core exhibit sectors include advanced shoe-making machines, cutting solutions, various types of leather (genuine, synthetic, faux, furniture, textile), materials (synthetic, footwear, sustainable, advanced composites), hides and skins, and components. Also featured are sewing technology, automation, chemicals, 3D printing, intelligent inspection systems, recycling processes, leather goods, shoe design, and finished products. Machinery and equipment for leather processing, tanning, footwear, and synthetic leather are also presented, alongside software solutions like ERP, MES, and Cloud.
The event targets a diverse audience of industry professionals, including specialists in manufacturing, trade, and design. This encompasses representatives from tanneries, footwear factories, renowned brands, wholesalers, original design manufacturers (ODM), original equipment manufacturers (OEM), traders, distributors, and associations. Senior footwear manufacturers, leather producers, sourcing heads, machinery specialists, and product designers actively seeking new materials, technologies, and global partnerships will find valuable opportunities for discovery and connection.
Highlights
4 items- Held annually at Canton Fair Complex, Pazhou, Guangzhou, China.
- AUMA listed event.
- Attracted over 800 exhibitors (2026) and more than 20,000 industry professionals (2026).
- Features concurrent events including The International Footwear Exhibition (IFLE) - Guangzhou and Guangzhou International Leather Exhibition (GILE).
FAQ
4 questionsWhen and where does SHOES & LEATHER - Guangzhou 2027 take place?+
The event will be held from May 20, 2027, to May 22, 2027, at the Canton Fair Complex, Pazhou (China Import & Export Fair Complex) in Guangzhou, China. Specifically, it is located in Hall 17.1-20.1, Area D, at No. 380, Yuejiang Zhong Road, Pazhou Island.
Who organizes SHOES & LEATHER - Guangzhou?+
The event is organized by Top Repute Co. Ltd. Collaborating organizations include the Association of Guangdong Shoes Manufacturers and the Guangzhou Footwear Association.
What industries and products are covered at this trade show?+
The trade show covers the footwear and leather goods industry, featuring advanced shoe-making machines, various leathers (genuine, synthetic, faux), materials, sewing technology, automation, chemicals, 3D printing, components, intelligent inspection systems, sustainable materials, recycling processes, leather goods, shoe design, and related machinery and software.
How can I attend or exhibit at SHOES & LEATHER - Guangzhou?+
The event is open to professionals. Exhibitors can connect with potential customers, strengthen relationships with buyers, and boost their global business network. A built-in matchmaking system connects buyers with vetted manufacturers.