Best Trade Shows in Australia

171 tracked shows, ranked by exhibitor count

Australia anchors the exhibition scene in Oceania, a mature market that draws primarily regional audiences rather than rivalling Asia's largest hubs; the wider Asia-Pacific region now leads the world in exhibition-venue capacity. Its economy is resource-led, with iron ore, coal, liquefied natural gas and gold dominating exports alongside agriculture and education services. Sydney and Melbourne are the principal fair cities, home to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre — the country's largest venue — and the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney. The biennial Australian International Airshow at Avalon, near Geelong, ranks among the southern hemisphere's foremost aerospace and defence expositions.

Event Scout currently tracks 171 trade shows in Australia with editions in 2026 & 2027. Together they host an estimated 24,498 exhibitors, led by Good Food & Wine Show (an estimated 3,099 exhibitors). Sizeable exhibitor lists are already indexed for 46 of them — AUSFITNESS (1,623 companies), SYDNEY (1,623), Sydney Build 2027 (654). Events run across 27 cities including Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. The tracked calendar opens with ISHLT Annual Meeting (3 Aug – 29 Sep 2026).

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Top industries in Australia

The industries Australia's larger trade shows concentrate in, weighted by exhibitor count.

By estimated exhibitor count across Australia trade shows with 70+ exhibitors — a single show can span several industries.

Top trade shows in Australia

Upcoming trade shows in Australia

Facta confirmed count from the event's captured exhibitor roster.Estimatea modeled approximation, not a confirmed figure.

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Frequently asked questions

How many trade shows are there in Australia?
Event Scout currently tracks 171 trade shows in Australia, with editions in 2026 & 2027.
When is trade-show season in Australia?
By start date, most tracked trade shows in Australia run in September and August.
What are the biggest trade fairs in Australia in 2026?
By estimated exhibitor count, the biggest trade fairs in Australia in 2026 are Good Food & Wine Show (~3,099 exhibitors), Pizza Pasta & Italian Food Show (~1,923 exhibitors) and AUSFITNESS (~1,632 exhibitors).
How much does it cost to exhibit in Australia?
Exhibiting costs are set by each event and depend on stand size, hall location and how you fit out the booth, so there is no single rate in Australia. Every show's organiser publishes its own stand pricing, and the events tracked here link through to those official sites.

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