Lighting and LED trade shows are where innovation meets market demand. For buyers, these events are the ideal platforms to meet manufacturers, discover new products, and secure reliable partners. Here are the most influential lighting industry exhibitions to attend.
LightFair
Overview: North America’s largest architectural and commercial lighting trade show, covering LED technologies, lighting design, smart controls, and related electrical components.
Time: Annual, usually in May or June; 2025 edition in Las Vegas, Nevada(May 4 to 8, 2025), [March 16-18, 2027 ].
Attendance & Capacity: ~20,000–25,000 visitors; ~200,000–250,000 sq ft (~18,500–23,000 m²).
Regular Exhibitors: Philips Signify, Acuity Brands, Zumtobel, Cree Lighting, Eaton, Hubbell Lighting, LEDVANCE.
Highlights: Smart Pavilion, Design Pavilion, CEU-accredited seminars.
Visitor Requirements: Online registration encouraged; paid tickets for certain sessions.
Transport: Las Vegas Convention Center, ~15 minutes from Harry Reid International Airport.
Website: lightfair.com
Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring/Autumn Editions) (Hong Kong)
Overview: Asia’s leading lighting sourcing event, held twice a year, showcasing decorative, commercial, outdoor, and smart lighting.
Time: Spring in April; Autumn in October (20.OCT-7.NOV 2025).
Attendance & Capacity: 40,000–50,000 visitors; ~70,000 m².
Regular Exhibitors: Opple Lighting, NVC Lighting, TCL, FSL, Unilumin.
Highlights: Hall of Aurora for premium brands, smart lighting zones.
Visitor Requirements: Trade professionals; free with pre-registration.
Transport: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, accessible via MTR.
Website: hktdc.com
Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition (GILE) (China)
Overview: China’s largest lighting and LED technology show, part of Messe Frankfurt’s Light + Building portfolio.
Time: Annually in June (9-12 June 2026).
Attendance & Capacity: 200,000+ visitors; ~190,000 m².
Regular Exhibitors: Osram, Nationstar, Hongli Zhihui, MLS, San’an Optoelectronics.
Highlights: LED innovations, smart home integration, UV/IR lighting tech.
Visitor Requirements: Free trade registration.
Transport: China Import and Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou.
Website: gile.light.messefrankfurt.com.cn
Light + Building (Germany, Frankfurt)
Overview: The world’s leading trade fair for lighting, electrical engineering, and building automation.
Time: Biennial in March (next major edition in 2026, with smaller 2025 events), [8.-13.3.2026].
Attendance & Capacity: ~150,000 visitors; ~200,000 m².
Regular Exhibitors: Trilux, Zumtobel Group, ERCO, Osram, Panasonic Lighting.
Highlights: Sustainable lighting and smart building focus.
Visitor Requirements: Ticket purchase or trade invitation.
Transport: Messe Frankfurt, close to Frankfurt Airport.
Website: light-building.messefrankfurt.com
LED Expo Thailand
Overview: ASEAN’s largest exhibition for LED technology and lighting solutions.
Time: Annual in September(17 -19 SEPTEMBER 2025).
Attendance & Capacity: ~12,000–15,000 visitors; ~15,000 m².
Regular Exhibitors: Philips Lighting Thailand, LEDVANCE, MinebeaMitsumi, Everlight Electronics.
Highlights: Energy-efficient, smart, and solar-powered lighting products.
Visitor Requirements: Free trade registration.
Transport: IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok.
Website: ledexpothailand.com
Interlight Moscow powered by Light + Building (Russia, Moscow)
Overview: Russia’s largest trade fair for lighting, electrical engineering, and building automation.
Time: Annual in September (October 21-24, 2025).
Attendance & Capacity: ~20,000 visitors; ~15,000 m².
Regular Exhibitors: Varton, Lighting Technologies, Osram Russia.
Highlights: Strong focus on LED street lighting and smart city solutions.
Visitor Requirements: Trade professionals; visa may be required.
Transport: Expocentre Fairgrounds, Moscow.
Website: interlight-moscow.ru
LED China (Shenzhen/Shanghai)
Overview: Global-leading LED and digital display show with strong lighting integration.
Time: Annual; February (Shenzhen) and September (Shanghai 2025.9.17-19).
Attendance & Capacity: 20,000–30,000 visitors; ~40,000 m².
Regular Exhibitors: Unilumin, Leyard, Absen, LianTronics.
Highlights: LED display + lighting product integration.
Visitor Requirements: Trade pre-registration.
Transport: Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center; NECC Shanghai.
Website: ledchina.com
Taiwan International Lighting Show (TILS)
Overview: Taiwan’s premier LED and smart lighting trade event.
Time: Annual in April.
Attendance & Capacity: 10,000–15,000 visitors; ~10,000 m².
Regular Exhibitors: Everlight, Delta Electronics, Lextar, Aeon Lighting.
Highlights: IoT integration with LED lighting.
Visitor Requirements: Trade-only event.
Transport: Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center.
Website: taiwanlightingshow.com
LuxLive (UK, London)
Overview: UK’s largest annual lighting event, focused on innovation and sustainability.
Time: Annual in November.
Attendance & Capacity: ~8,000–10,000 visitors; ~8,000 m².
Regular Exhibitors: Aurora Lighting, Thorlux Lighting, Osram UK.
Highlights: Emphasis on energy-efficient and human-centric lighting.
Visitor Requirements: Free trade entry with registration.
Transport: ExCeL London, near London City Airport.
Website: luxlive.co.uk
Middle East Lighting Exhibition (Dubai, UAE)
Overview: The Middle East’s premier lighting trade fair, covering decorative, architectural, and outdoor lighting.
Time: Annual in September（12 – 14 January 2026）.
Attendance & Capacity: ~10,000–15,000 visitors; ~12,000 m².
Regular Exhibitors: GE Lighting Middle East, Philips, Osram, Sylvania.
Highlights: Strong focus on hospitality, retail, and urban lighting projects.
Visitor Requirements: Trade professionals only.
Transport: Dubai World Trade Centre.
Website: light-expo-dubai.ae
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