29 Apr – 2 May 2027 · Johannesburg, ZA

Hobby-X

Hobby-X is a hobby, craft, and art supply event held in Johannesburg that brings together makers, creators and hobby enthusiasts to explore trends, tools and techniques across a wide range of creative pursuits. The event features practical workshops, zones for action-packed hobbies (Pit Lane) including remote-controlled cars, drones, woodworking, metalworking, brewing and gaming simulators, plus exhibitor categories like DIY tools, art, craft, scholastic and artisanal food & beverages. It is aimed at individuals seeking to learn skills, discover new hobbies and source supplies and equipment.

Last updated

Dates
29 Apr – 2 May 2027
Venue
Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit
Location
Johannesburg, ZA
Frequency
Annual
Audience
Mixed
Duration
4 days
Scale
Regional
Exhibitors
120Estimate
Area
3,000 m²Fact
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
Event website

Compiled from public sources and periodically reviewed and updated. This information is provided for general guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date — please verify all details directly with the organizer or venue before relying on them.

About Hobby-X

Hobby-X is a regional trade show in Johannesburg, South Africa for the Arts, Crafts & Hobbies industry. The 2027 edition runs 29 Apr – 2 May 2027 at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit. It brings together an estimated 120 exhibitors. Event Scout has indexed 120 exhibiting companies for the event so far.

Known editions

Venue

Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit

1684 Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

Who exhibits at Hobby-X

We've captured 120 exhibitors for Hobby-X (roster as of 2026). They span 5 countries, 15% of them based outside South Africa.

Where exhibitors are based

Exhibitors' head-office countries, most-represented first.

  • South Africa85%·34
  • United States8%·3
  • Germany3%·1
  • United Kingdom3%·1
  • Seychelles3%·1

Based on 40 exhibitors with a known head-office country.

What exhibitors do

The industries the exhibitor base works in, by share of the roster.

  • Machinery Manufacturing37%·7
  • Food Beverage26%·5
  • Energy Electronics16%·3
  • Construction11%·2
  • Services11%·2

Based on 19 exhibitors with an industry label — a company can carry several, so shares can total over 100%.

Exclusivity

81%Class Bof exhibitors exhibit nowhere else we track

Highly exclusive — the great majority of exhibitors are found here and nowhere else in our data.

Cross-referenced against 120 exhibitors in our event graph.

International reach

15%Class Fof exhibitors are based abroad

Predominantly national — a mainly domestic exhibitor base.

Exhibitor calibre

Publicly listed50%·1

listed companies

Large enterprises0%·0

1,000+ employees

Of 2 exhibitors whose company size we know.

Compiled from public sources and periodically reviewed and updated. This information is provided for general guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date — please verify all details directly with the organizer or venue before relying on them.

Hobby-X 2027 exhibitor list

The Hobby-X exhibitor list currently counts 120+ indexed companies. They span industries including construction and services. The preview below shows a sample of the indexed roster; the full list is available through Event Scout.

  • FC-ECom
  • Cricut
  • Anke Products
  • Snow Aurora
  • Timeless Cars
  • Bobshop
  • A Novel Idea
  • Brink Designs & Displays
  • Maped Helix SA
  • PAPER WORLD
  • Slayer Energy Drink
  • Brother South Africa
  • Aerotude Brands
  • Bamix Blenders
  • PNA
  • Diamond-Dot Painting®
  • EPromo
  • My Store
  • Vrede en Lust
  • Titan-Jet Africa

+ 95 more exhibitors

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Frequently asked questions

When is Hobby-X 2027?
Hobby-X 2027 runs 29 Apr – 2 May 2027 at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit.
Where is Hobby-X held?
Hobby-X is held at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in Johannesburg, South Africa.
How many exhibitors does Hobby-X have?
Hobby-X counts an estimated 120 exhibitors. Event Scout has indexed 120 exhibiting companies so far.
Who exhibits at Hobby-X?
Indexed exhibitors include ZARC, COLOP, Husqvarna Viking and Firebrand Training. The event spans the Arts, Crafts & Hobbies sector.
Is Hobby-X worth attending?
Hobby-X is a regional trade show for the Arts, Crafts & Hobbies industry, so it is most relevant to exhibitors and buyers in that industry. It brings together an estimated 120 exhibitors. Whether it is worth attending depends on your objectives, but its scale and sector focus are a useful guide.
How do I get the Hobby-X exhibitor list?
Event Scout has indexed 120 companies exhibiting at Hobby-X so far. A sample is shown in the exhibitor-list section on this page, and the full roster is available through Event Scout.

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