Oporto, a charming city in northern Portugal known for its historic Ribeira district and its world-famous Port wine, is also a vibrant center for industry, design, and commerce. The city’s trade fair scene reflects this blend of tradition and modernity, attracting professionals and consumers from Portugal and beyond to explore the latest trends and innovations across various sectors.
6 Facts about Trade Fairs in Oporto:
- 🇵🇹 A total of 9 trade fairs were organized in Oporto throughout 2022.
- 🌎 All of these were classified as international trade fairs, drawing a global audience of exhibitors and visitors.
- 🏢 622 companies participated as exhibitors in Oporto’s trade fairs.
- 🎫 Over 52,000 people visited the trade shows in Oporto during 2022.
- 🏠 The Furniture & Home Decor sector had a strong presence, showcasing Portugal’s renowned craftsmanship and design expertise in furniture, lighting, and home furnishings.
- 🏗️ Oporto also hosted notable trade shows in the Construction & Development sector, highlighting Portugal’s expertise in building materials, construction technologies, and sustainable building practices.
Here is the list of the top 5 international trade fairs in Oporto. The list was prepared by ExpoStep. based on the UFI Euro Fair Statistic 2022 report.
CONCRETA – International Exhibition for the Construction Industry
CONCRETA is Portugal’s leading trade fair for the construction industry, showcasing the latest trends and innovations in building materials, construction technologies, and sustainable construction practices. It attracts architects, builders, contractors, and industry professionals from Portugal and neighboring countries.
- Sectors:: Construction & Development
- Number of Exhibitors: 239
- Number of Visitors: 23,958
- Venue: Exponor – Porto International Fair
- Organizer: Exponor – Feira Internacional do Porto
EXPOCOSMÉTICA – International Cosmetics, Esthetics, and Hair Exhibition
EXPOCOSMÉTICA is a major international trade fair for the cosmetics, beauty, and hair care industries. It showcases the latest trends, products, and technologies in cosmetics, skincare, hair care, perfumes, and beauty salon equipment, attracting beauty professionals, salon owners, and distributors.
- Sectors:: Beauty & Health
- Number of Exhibitors: 149
- Number of Visitors: 19,738
- Venue: Exponor – Porto International Fair
- Organizer: Exponor – Feira Internacional do Porto
IDF BY INTERDECORAÇÃO – Fall Edition
IDF BY INTERDECORAÇÃO is a leading trade fair for furniture, lighting, and home decor, showcasing the latest trends and designs in furniture, lighting fixtures, home accessories, and interior design. It attracts furniture manufacturers, retailers, interior designers, and buyers from Portugal and other countries.
- Sectors:: Furniture, Home & Living, Lighting
- Number of Exhibitors: 73
- Number of Visitors: 2,982
- Venue: Exponor – Porto International Fair
- Organizer: Exponor – Feira Internacional do Porto
FIMAP – International Machines for Woodworking
FIMAP is a specialized trade fair for woodworking machinery, tools, and equipment, showcasing the latest advancements in woodworking technologies for furniture manufacturing, carpentry, and wood processing. It attracts manufacturers, woodworkers, and industry professionals.
- Sectors:: Manufacturing & Industrial Materials, Woodworking
- Number of Exhibitors: 66
- Number of Visitors: 2,700
- Venue: Exponor – Porto International Fair
- Organizer: Exponor – Feira Internacional do Porto
IDF Spring By Interdecoração
This is the spring edition of IDF BY INTERDECORAÇÃO, featuring a similar range of furniture, lighting, and home decor products as the fall edition.
- Sectors:: Furniture, Home & Living, Lighting
- Number of Exhibitors: 65
- Number of Visitors: 5,317
- Venue: Exponor – Porto International Fair
- Organizer: Exponor – Feira Internacional do Porto
Oporto’s trade fairs, with their focus on construction, beauty, furniture, woodworking, and other key industries, demonstrate the city’s economic vitality and its role as a center for trade and innovation in Portugal. These events offer valuable opportunities for professionals to connect, explore new business prospects, and stay abreast of the latest trends shaping their respective sectors.
