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Licensing Franchise Expos & Shows

Discover 3 upcoming licensing franchise and licensing shows around the world, curated and refreshed weekly by World Franchise Forum.

Upcoming shows

World Franchise & Licensing Expo (WFLE) 2026
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World Franchise & Licensing Expo (WFLE) 2026

5 December 2026 · Welcome Hotel by ITC, Delhi-Gurugram Highway, New Delhi, India

India's biggest Brand Licensing, Master Franchise & Multi-Unit platform. Meet 150+ global brands and 5,000+ investors, licensees and retailers across F&B, fashion, beauty, retail, jewellery and lifestyle — co-located wit

Licensing Expo China 2027
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Licensing Expo China 2027

3 March 2027 – 5 March 2027 · Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), Shanghai, China

Asia's leading licensing trade event held in Shanghai, connecting international IP owners and licensors with Chinese manufacturers, retailers and distributors across entertainment, fashion, sports and lifestyle categorie

Licensing Expo 2027 – Las Vegas
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Licensing Expo 2027 – Las Vegas

25 May 2027 – 27 May 2027 · Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, United States

The world's largest brand licensing trade show returns to Mandalay Bay Las Vegas, connecting thousands of licensors, licensees, agents, and retailers for three days of global deal-making.

Past editions

Brand Licensing Europe 2026
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Brand Licensing Europe 2026

7 October 2026 – 9 October 2026 · ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom

Europe's leading licensing trade event connecting brand owners, licensees and retailers to explore character, entertainment, fashion and lifestyle licensing deals across the European market.

Licensing International Expo 2026
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Licensing International Expo 2026

9 June 2026 – 11 June 2026 · Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, United States

The world's largest licensing trade show, where brand owners, licensors, licensees and agents negotiate character, brand, fashion, art and entertainment licensing deals across every consumer category.

Hong Kong International Licensing Show 2026
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Hong Kong International Licensing Show 2026

13 January 2026 – 16 January 2026 · Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR

Asia's largest licensing show, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), covering character, brand, design and technology licensing across Greater China and the Asia-Pacific region.

Frequently asked questions

When is the next franchise expo in the Licensing sector?

The next franchise expo in the Licensing sector is World Franchise & Licensing Expo (WFLE) 2026, taking place 5 December 2026 at Welcome Hotel by ITC, Delhi-Gurugram Highway, New Delhi, India.

How many franchise expos are coming up in the Licensing sector?

World Franchise Forum currently lists 3 upcoming franchise & licensing shows in the Licensing sector, in cities including New Delhi, Shanghai, Las Vegas. The directory is refreshed weekly using AI-powered web research.

What is the biggest franchise expo in the Licensing sector?

Based on expected attendance, Licensing Expo China 2027 in Shanghai is the largest upcoming franchise show in the Licensing sector, with around 18,000 attendees and 500 exhibiting brands.

How do I get tickets or book a stall at a franchise expo?

Open any show on World Franchise Forum and verify your email to access the organiser's official registration, ticket and exhibitor links, plus contact details for visitor and stall bookings.

Are franchise expos worth attending for investors?

Yes — franchise expos let investors meet many franchisors in one place, compare investment ranges, attend seminars on franchising and licensing, and negotiate master-franchise or multi-unit deals face to face.

Expo guides

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