by Buyers from around the world will have many events to attend in Malaysia, India, Vietnam, Indonesia and China
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Starting in early March, buyers from around the world will be flying to Southeast Asia to visit furniture shows throughout the region. In typical fashion, these events begin shortly after the end of Chinese New Year, with celebrations running as early as Feb. 15 through March 3, with the official New Year celebration taking place today, Feb. 17.
The shows, which begin in early March, also take place in China starting around the middle to the end of March. Together, they attract visitors from around the world as buyers seek to work directly with producers in various countries to secure the best product and pricing for their customers. With tariffs still affecting prices in the U.S., many Asian manufacturers will perhaps place greater emphasis on shipments to Europe, Australia, South America and the Middle East. Still the U.S. remains perhaps the largest market, meaning business will continue to flourish despite some of the higher costs.
Below is a snapshot of some of the key events taking place on the Asia show circuit.
March 3-6 — Export Furniture Exhibition, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
This event takes place in more than 400,000 square feet of space at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. It features more than 260 exhibitors, most of which are from Malaysia, while also featuring manufacturers from China and other Asian countries. Together, they showcase a wide range of product including wood furniture — bedroom, dining and occasional — as well as stationary and motion upholstery, bedding and outdoor furniture. Visitors also can take part in events held at the show including the opening ceremonies and the Malaysian Furniture Creativity Awards.
For more information and to register, click here.
March 4-7 — Malaysian International Furniture Fair, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
One of the largest events in the region, the MIFF show takes place in more than 1 million square feet of exhibition space at the World Trade Centre and the Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Center. Shuttle service is available between both venues, allowing buyers to visit each throughout the day. Between both facilities there are more than 700 exhibitors, most of which are from Malaysia, as well as Vietnam, Japan, South Korea, United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Taiwan, India, China, Thailand, Hong Kong and the United States. Together, they showcase a wide mix of wood furniture and upholstery along with bedding and other home furnishings including accents and accessories. There are also plenty of events for buyers to participate in including an industry seminar series, the opening ceremony, Buyer’s Night and more.
For more information and to register, click here.
March 4-7 — HAWA Expo, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Taking place at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center, the event will feature more than 3,000 booths, showcasing products from more than 700 exhibitors. There is a wide range of case goods, upholstery, accessory and handicrafts made by producers in Vietnam and other parts of Southeast Asia and other parts of the world. Some 80% of the exhibitors are from Vietnam, according to show organizers. The show also features youth furniture, outdoor furniture, office furniture, carpet and flooring and hospitality furniture. There also are a series of educational seminars and forums that buyers can participate in during the course of the event.
For more information and to register, click here.
March 5-7 — Philippine International Furniture Show, Manila
This event is held in 100,000 square feet of space at the SMX Convention Center in Manila and features more than 250 manufacturers of furniture, accents and home accessories created for use in residential plus hospitality settings. “As the Philippines’ premier creative hub, we welcome international buyers, exhibitors and design enthusiasts to experience a fusion of craftsmanship and innovation,” the show website states. “This year, with a focus on heritage, depth and creativity, local artisans and global designers come together to turn raw materials into exceptional, functional works of art.”
For more information and to register, click here.
The event is held concurrently with Interior + Design Manila 2026, also taking place at the SMX Convention Center in Manila. Interior + Design Manila is targeted toward industry professionals — including interior designers, decorators, architects, furniture and furnishing buyers, and retailers. “The showcase presents a broad spectrum of products and services, from furniture and lighting to textiles, flooring, and accessories, with an emphasis on Filipino craftsmanship,” the event website described. “From finely crafted furniture pieces to locally sourced materials, the event highlights the artistry and heritage woven into the country’s design landscape, underscoring the creativity and quality of Filipino artisanship.” Attendees also will have access to seminars and networking opportunities with industry leaders.
For more information and to register, click here.
March 5-8 — Indonesia International Furniture Expo, Jakarta
Held at the Indonesia Exhibition Convention in BSD, just outside Jakarta, the event features more than 500 exhibitors many of which are furniture producers in Indonesia. Their product mix includes a range of wood furniture produced with species that are indigenous to Indonesia, along with upholstery and other living room furniture. Other product categories include outdoor furniture, decorative accessories, arts and crafts, and pottery, to name several. “It has been known that Indonesia is one of the best producers for raw materials, and IFEX accentuates this by providing a medium for local artisans to showcase their arts in the form of furniture and crafts,” the show said on its website. “Buyers can feel Indonesia’s soul behind each sustainable product because all of them are uniquely put together by Indonesia’s authentic minds and hands to the world.”
For more information and to register, click here.
March 8-11 — VIFA Expo, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Billing itself as Vietnam’s largest furniture fair, the 17th annual Vietnam International Furniture & Home Accessories Fair is held in two venues, the WTC Expo in the Binh Duong ward and the Sky Expo in the Trung My Tay ward. Shuttles are available to bring attendees to and from each venue. The event features more than 2,800 booths covering more than 400,000 square feet with manufacturers from Vietnam and other parts of Southeast Asia and beyond. The nearly 700 participating companies produce a wide mix of home furnishings including wooden bedroom, dining and occasional, as well as stationary and motion upholstery along with lighting, accents, accessories and handicrafts. In cooperation with several manufacturers, the show also has organized factory tours to take place March 9-10.
For more information and to register, click here.
March 11-14 — IMM India
This event is being held at the India International Convention & Expo Centre in New Delhi. According to the show website, it offers a “comprehensive showcase of global interior solutions, including furniture for home and outdoor areas, such as upholstered furniture, lamps and lighting, wall and floor coverings, home décor and aesthetics, as well as occasional and single furniture pieces.” It also showcases bathroom accessories and products, kitchen solutions and art and “will enable direct networking between Indian manufacturers and key decision-makers through curated buyer-seller meetings, business dialogues and strategic partnerships.”
For more information and to register, click here.
March 15-19 — The International Famous Furniture Fair, Dongguan
This event is held in more than 7 million square feet of exhibit space at the Guangdong Modern International Exhibition Centre in Houjie, Dongguan. It features more than 1,200 exhibitors from China and other parts of Asia and the world, showcasing a wide mix of indoor and outdoor furniture, accents and accessories. The complex offers an expansive shopping experience with categories ranging from bedroom, dining and occasional furniture to stationary and motion upholstery, bedding, lighting, home décor and more.
For more information and to register, click here.
March 15-17 — Shenzhen Creative Week
Also known as the Shenzhen International Furniture Exhibition, the event covers more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space at the Shenzhen Exhibition and Convention Center in the Futian district of Shenzhen. It too is segmented by theme ranging from contemporary furniture, living and dining and bedding as well as lifestyle and décor, e-commerce solutions, international brands and designers/Chinese design and smart home, focusing on segments such as kitchen and bath, lighting and sleep systems. “Adhering to the traditions of being ‘design oriented, trend-setting and continuous innovation,’ the fair utilizes design to connect and integrate with urban culture,” the show said on its website. “Shenzhen Creative Week has increasingly become a window for the furniture and design industries to understand the city. It has also evolved into a strategic platform for connecting international design resources with Chinese manufacturing and facilitating Chinese manufacturing to access international and domestic markets. Through implementing high standards, Shenzhen Creative Week drives the high-quality development of China’s home furnishing industry.”
For more information and to register, click here.
March 18-21 — China International Furniture Fair, Guangzhou
Held in more than 8.6 million square feet at the Canton Fair Complex/Poly World Trade Center Expo, the event features more than 4,900 exhibitors showing a wide range of indoor and outdoor furniture, accents, lighting, decorative accessories and more. With such a wide expanse of exhibit space, the event is segmented by categories, including upholstery, massage chairs and bedding, dining, living room and bedroom furniture, home décor and home textiles, outdoor furniture and an international furniture pavilion with a mix of whole-home furniture resources. There is even a segment dedicated to contemporary furnishings. “CIFF (Guangzhou) brings together leading brands, visionary designers, industry experts, seasoned traders and valued visitors,” the show says on its website. “CIFF (Guangzhou) promotes new connections and collaborations across the expansive furniture sector.” A separate event held March 28-31 at the same complex is dedicated to office and contract/commercial furniture, as well as woodworking machinery and other manufacturing supplies and equipment.
For more information and to register for either event, click here.
