trade shows

Editor’s Picks: The Inspired Home Show

The Inspired Home Show's attendance felt strong this year, with exhibitors reporting steady traffic and positive sales conversations. While not open to the public, The Inspired Home Show brought together more than 2,000 unique brands and... more »

Philadelphia Gift Show wraps up 30th edition

The Philadelphia Gift Show, the largest gift show in the Mid-Atlantic region, concluded its 30th anniversary show, which took place Feb. 1–3 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center. This year’s show delivered an energized marketplace... more »

Editor’s Picks: Standout tabletop from Ambiente 2026

Each February, the global design and retail community convenes in Frankfurt for one of the industry’s most influential markets: Ambiente. From Feb. 6-10, the fair — hosted by Messe Frankfurt and co-located with Christmasworld and... more »

Paperworld China 2025 connects consumers, buyers and exhibitors under one roof

Paperworld China — a platform for stationery, office supplies, arts and crafts, and trendy products — will return Nov. 21-23  at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center. With its unique dual B2B and... more »

ToyFest pauses in 2026 to reinvent in 2027

Given the current climate within the toy industry and the changes that have taken place since 2020, the Western Toy and Hobby Representatives Association (WTHRA) Board of Directors has paused ToyFest for 2026. The board... more »

Las Vegas Market Summer 2025 presents dynamic mix of gift, home temporaries

The Gift & Home Temporary Exhibits at Las Vegas Market showcase more than 400 standout brands in six easy-to-navigate categories, offering buyers direct access to must-have products and emerging trends at the Expo at World... more »

Editor’s Picks: Messe Frankfurt’s Christmasworld an international draw

International trade fair Christmasworld, hosted by Messe Frankfurt, brought fresh inspiration and buying opportunities to the retail market. Christmasworld — which ran concurrently with Ambiente and Creativeworld —  captivated attendees with festive and seasonal decorations,... more »

4,660 exhibitors turn Frankfurt into a global hub for international trade fairs

The mega trade fair for consumer goods is ready to drive global trends. The leading international trade fairs Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld bring fresh momentum to the global consumer goods market. From Feb. 7-11, 4,6601... more »