TFWA World Exhibition 2026
About This Show
The TFWA World Exhibition & Conference is the largest annual event in the global duty free and travel retail industry, organized by the Tax Free World Association (TFWA). The 2026 edition ran from September 27 to October 1, 2026, at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in Cannes, France, with exhibition space across colored and named villages in and around the Palais, the Riviera Village and the Harbour Village in the old port.
TFWA's official 2026 exhibitor list showed 483 exhibitors, 54 of them flagged as new. TFWA had not published a 2026 visitor total as of October 5, 2026. The 2025 edition drew a record 7,999 visitors, including 3,032 retailers and landlords, and 482 exhibiting brand-owners.
TFWA has renewed its agreement with the City of Cannes, confirming the city as host from 2027 for at least three further years. The next edition returns to the Palais des Festivals in autumn 2027; dates are still to be announced.
Planning a future edition? Read our TFWA World Exhibition 2026 exhibitor guide for the show villages, the travel retail buyer profile and stand costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the TFWA World Exhibition 2026?+
The TFWA World Exhibition & Conference 2026 ran from Sunday, September 27 to Thursday, October 1, 2026, at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, France. The TFWA World Conference opened the week on Monday, September 28.
Where is the TFWA World Exhibition held?+
At the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in Cannes, France, with additional exhibition space in the Riviera Village and aboard boats in the old port (Harbour Village). TFWA has confirmed Cannes as host city from 2027 for at least three further years. The nearest airport is Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE).
How many exhibitors and visitors attended TFWA Cannes 2026?+
TFWA's official 2026 exhibitor list showed 483 exhibitors, 54 of them new. TFWA had not published a 2026 visitor total as of October 5, 2026. The 2025 edition drew a record 7,999 visitors, including 3,032 retailers and landlords, and 482 exhibitors.
What is the TFWA World Exhibition?+
It is the largest annual event in the global duty free and travel retail industry, organized by the Tax Free World Association (TFWA). Brands present their ranges and meet airport retailers, landlords, airlines, cruise lines, border shops and distributors. It is a trade-only event.
How often is the TFWA World Exhibition held?+
Annually, each autumn in Cannes. TFWA also runs a separate spring event, the TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference in Singapore, next held May 9-13, 2027.
What products are exhibited at TFWA?+
Eight product sectors: perfumes and cosmetics; wine, spirits, beers and non-alcoholic beverages; confectionery, fine food and food supplements; fashion, accessories, sunglasses and luggage; jewelry, watches and writing instruments; gifts, toys, souvenirs and home; tobacco and smokers' accessories; and electronics and travel accessories. In 2026, perfumes and cosmetics made up 35% of exhibitors and wine, spirits and beverages 25%, according to TFWA.
When is the next TFWA World Exhibition?+
TFWA says the next World Exhibition & Conference returns to the Palais des Festivals in Cannes in autumn 2027, with dates to be announced. Check tfwa.com for the 2027 dates and exhibitor application details.