B2B fair of machinery and technology for the apparel/textile industry, focused on smart manufacturing, co-located with other events of the regional ecosystem. Aimed at companies seeking production improvements, automation, efficiency (more "operation" than sales). Relevant event to see smart manufacturing solutions and suppliers; and evaluate good regional benchmarking (South Asia).
https://www.inmacworldexpo.com/
Date: August 5-7, 2026
Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Fair focused on textiles (cotton, laces, knits, functional, sustainable, etc.) attended by buyers from the U.S. and other markets. This edition focuses more on purchases for next year's Spring/Summer, replenishment and assortment adjustments, more commercial and "buying-driven" brands participate. Many define it as a more tactical event, as it is more oriented to specific purchases and to close product lines. In addition, according to data from last year's edition, many buyers focused on the following in smaller MOQs and interest in topics such as dropshipping.
https://www.magicfashionevents.com/en/
Date: 10-12 August 2026
Location: Las Vegas, USA
The Apparel Sourcing Show (APSS) is the only trade show in Central America dedicated specifically to the apparel and textile industry in the DR-CAFTA region. It is held in Guatemala City and brings together in one place the entire supply chain cluster: yarn, textiles, inputs, machinery, specialized services. For exhibiting companies, APSS is a strategic showcase to display production capacities, certifications and value propositions to international buyers, brands and retailers interested in exploring or consolidating suppliers in Guatemala and the region. For visitors, it offers a comprehensive exhibition floor with a regional supply of inputs and manufacturing.
https://vestex.com.gt/apparel-sourcing-show-2025/
Date: August 11-13, 2026
Location: Guatemala City, Guatemala
Large fair of the textile and apparel industry in Brazil, with a strong component of technology, machinery, inputs and industrial solutions (more "productivity and investment" than purchase of garments). Aimed at companies with modernization plans (weaving, finishing, clothing), suppliers of inputs and those seeking regional benchmarks.
https://febratex.com.br/
Date: August 18-21, 2026
Location:Parque Vila Germanica, Brazil
FESPA: A major event for the graphic arts industry where you will find innovations and solutions for large format digital printing, textile, screen printing, dye sublimation, 3D printing, packaging and label printing , signage and much more.
Expo Production: , is a fair where the entire production chain for the garment industry is brought together. The event is aimed at companies focused on textile printing/printing, value added (graphic tees), and also suppliers/services for apparel.
https://mexico.fespa.com/es
Date: September 10-12, 2026
Location:Centro Banamex CDMX, Mexico
B2B fair for watersports, coastal lifestyle and outdoor, with strong categories in swimwear, resort, surf, boutique and footwear; held twice a year (January and September). Focused on companies seeking to position themselves in this market niche.
https://surfexpo.com/
Date: September 16-18, 2026
Place:Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, USA
FOCUSED ON COMPANIES IN GUATEMALA THAT WANT TO BUY FROM COLOMBIA
Platform focused on innovation, technology and sustainability applied to the textile and apparel sector. The event is a space dedicated to technology, digital innovation and 4.0 solutions for the textile and apparel industry; exhibition of software, automation, e-commerce and data analysis tools.
During the event, talks, demonstrations and panels on digital transformation, traceability, omni-channeling and new tools for the industry are held.
Target audience: Startups, technology providers, fashion and apparel industries, universities, buyers looking for innovative solutions.
Opportunity for technology companies to present solutions to manufacturers, brands and retailers seeking to modernize their processes and sales channels.
https://nextechcolombia.com/
Date: September 22-24, 2026
Location:Colombia
ATS is a trade fair that brings together apparel and textile manufacturers from different countries. The fair exhibits fashion and functional garments for different segments: fashion, sports, casual, functional, as well as a wide variety of fabrics and fibers. Companies from Asia, America, Africa and Europe participate, and buyers from brands and chains such as Amazon, Disney, Gap, Levi's, Lululemon, Macy's, Walmart and Zara. More than 30,000 people have attended ATS fairs; 95% are decision makers and delegations from more than 40 countries participate.
During the event there will be networking spaces, business talks and activities focused on consumer trends, sustainability and sourcing in the Canadian market.
https://www.appareltextilesourcing.com/
Date: September 26 - 28, Montreal
Location:Montreal
Fair specialized in home textiles/contract (home textiles), integrated with the ecosystem of Feria Hábitat Valencia. Event of interest for companies focused on bed linen, towels, home, contract/hospitality or suppliers of that segment.
Date: 28 Sep - 01 Oct 2026
Location: Valencia, Spain
ATS is a trade fair that brings together apparel and textile manufacturers from different countries. The fair exhibits fashion and functional garments for different segments: fashion, sports, casual, functional, as well as a wide variety of fabrics and fibers. Companies from Asia, America, Africa and Europe participate, and buyers from brands and chains such as Amazon, Disney, Gap, Levi's, Lululemon, Macy's, Walmart and Zara. More than 30,000 people have attended ATS fairs; 95% are decision makers and delegations from more than 40 countries participate.
During the event there will be networking spaces, business talks and activities focused on consumer trends, sustainability and sourcing in the Canadian market.
https://www.appareltextilesourcing.com/
Date: October 29 -1 Toronto.
Location:Toronto.
