Blessed with centuries of rich heritage, Chennai lies on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay Of Bengal. The ‘Gateway of South India’ and ‘Detroit Of India’, Chennai is a ready-made magnet for doing business. It offers a robust business ecosystem and an enviable skilled talent pool.
With its strength in traditional industries, automotive healthcare, and software, Chennai is one of the biggest growth drivers for businesses of all kinds. This makes it a city that sees frequent mega events. Among the many show venues, Chennai Trade Centre remains the apt venue for events of all genres.
List of Top Exhibitions In Chennai 2024
January 2024
THE DIARY EXPO 2024
- When: 23rd January – 25th January, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Diary
About the Exhibition:
- Premier event for the Diary Industry in South India, and among the top exhibitions to attend for industry stakeholders.
- Presents a great opportunity for dairy farmers, processors, and other industry stakeholders to learn about the latest trends and developments in the industry; and check out the latest in dairy products, technologies, equipments, and services showcased by the exhibitors.
- Attracts over 20,000 visitors from across India and even abroad.
February 2024
1. IILF (INDIA INTERNATIONAL LEATHER FAIR) 2024
- When: 1st February – 3rd February, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Leather
About the Exhibition:
- Largest leather fair in India and one of the largest in the world.
- Attracts 400 plus exhibitors and 60,000 plus visitors.
- Presents a great opportunity to exhibitors to learn about the latest trends, network with industry professionals, and find new suppliers and customers.
2. EV & ESS EXPO 2024
- When: 8th February – 10th February, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Energy & Electric Vehicles
About the Exhibition:
- Most comprehensive and anticipated event for the advanced manufacturing EV/ESS Technology communities, making it among the top exhibitions in Chennai.
- Is the first-of-its-kind exhibition that will give the EV & Energy Storage Systems experts and decision—makers in the Indian sub-continent the platform to interact, discuss, and share ideas and solutions.
- Caters to EVs (Electric Vehicles) & Energy Storage Systems Industry, attracting the participation of all the top industry players from across India.
- Showcases the latest of products and technologies by companies engaged in manufacturing of varied components for the EV & ESS sector.
3. ELECTRONICS ELECTRICAL & LIGHTING EXPO 2024
- When: 8th February – 10th February, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Electrical & Electronics Engineering
About the Exhibitions:
- Showcases latest products/services in electrical engineering, electronics, and lighting technology.
- Provides attendees including professionals, enthusiasts, and consumers the opportunity to see the latest innovations; and learn about latest industry trends and developments.
4. WORLD AROMA INGREDIENTS CONGRESS & EXPO 2024
- When: 8th February – 10th February, 2024
- Where: Hotel ITC Grand Chola
- Industry: Aroma
About the Exhibition:
- Brings leading industry names on one platform, making it among the top exhibitions to attend.
- Provides a viable platform to interact, discuss and share ideas and solutions, and explore new business opportunities.
- Focuses on promoting advancements in the knowledge of science and technology of essential oils and allied products; and help the production and marketing of standard quality products.
March 2024
1. ZAK JEWELS EXPO 2024
- When: 16th March – 18th March, 2024
- Where: Hotel Taj Coromandel
- Industry: Jewellery
About the Exhibition:
- Oldest B2C jewellery exhibition in India.
- Showcases a treasure trove of exquisite collections, designer brands, and the latest trends in the world of jewellery and gems.
- Gives attendees the opportunity to discover unique designs from hundreds of renowned emerging brands, catering to every taste and budget, and see a glittering array of diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires, pearls, and precious and semi-precious stones, all crafted into stunning pieces of jewellery.
2. TTF (TRAVEL & TOURISM FAIR) 2024
- When: 17th March – 19th March, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Travel & Tourism
About the Exhibition:
- India’s leading travel and tourism exhibition.
- Provides exhibitors the chance to showcase their latest offerings and packages to a discerning audience interested in visiting unique places around the world; and availing the latest in package concessions.
April 2024
1. COSMETICS INGREDIENTS INTERNATIONAL EXPO 2024
- When: 11th April – 12th April, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Cosmetics
About the Exhibition:
- Connects manufacturers and suppliers of raw materials, fragrances’, lab equipments, testing and regulatory solutions, with buyers and researchers from personal care brands, making it among the top exhibitions in Chennai.
- Unlocks opportunities; help drive innovation, and foster valuable connections that will give chance to the exhibitors to elevate their business to new heights.
- Attracts over 5,500 visitors.
2. AAKAR BEAUTY & SALON EXPO 2024
- When: 16th April – 17th April, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Beauty & Salon
About the Exhibition:
- Brings together hair salons, beauty salons, make-up artists, manufacturers, and cosmetic stores on one platform, giving them the chance to interact, discuss, and share ideas and solutions; network and collaborate for better business opportunities; and stay updated with the latest trends in the beauty industry.
- Provides a unique platform for professionals and experts to showcase their offerings and ideas; and focus on Cosmetics & Make-Up products as well as Hair Care & Styling Products.
- Is among the exhibitions to attend for those involved in the industry, and keen to expand their business, attract new customers, and explore collaborations with other professionals.
3. IMTOF (INTERNATIONAL MACHINE TOOLS) EXPO 2024
- When: 18th April – 22nd April, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Machine Tools
About the Exhibition:
- Largest biennial event.
- Focuses on promoting industrial development in the country, giving the exhibitors the platform to showcase the latest in machine tools technology available in different parts of the world.
- Brings together under one platform all the leading names in the machine tools industry from all over the world and showcase the latest in machine tools equipments and technologies.
4. PRO WAVE EXPO 2024
- When: 26th April – 28th April, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Sound, Light, & Entertainment
About the Exhibition:
- Significant event for professionals and enthusiasts in the professional sound, light, and entertainment industry, making it among the top exhibitions in Chennai.
- Provides a unique platform for showcasing the latest advancements, products, and services in varied sectors, including lighting, sound, audiovisual technology, music recording and production, installation solutions, and entertainment.
- Gives attendees the chance to stay updated on the current trends, innovations, and developments within the professional sound and lighting industry; network with other industry professionals to foster collaborations’ and partnerships, and share knowledge and ideas, and gain insights into the global landscape of the sound, light, and entertainment industries.
May 2024
1. AUTOROBOT – AUTOMATION & ROBITICS 2024
- When: 2nd May – 4th May, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Automation & Robotics
About the Exhibition:
- Brings together top players in Automation & Robotics sectors, under one roof and give them the chance to showcase their range of innovations in Robotics, Automation, and AI.
- Give participants the chance to see the latest of automated industrial applications ranging from manufacturing process assembly lines to surgery and space research.
2. TOPACK TOTAL PACKAGING EXPO 2024
- When: 2nd May – 4th May, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Packaging
About the Exhibition:
Presents exhibitors the opportunity to showcase their latest products/services; and buyers to discover new solutions and technologies.
Gives companies with strong focus on event management coordination and planning the chance to provide an outstanding experience to their customers and at the same time, promote their brand and engage with potential customers.
3. CONSTRUCTION ARCHITECTURE INTERIOR EXPO 2024
- When: 31st May – 2nd June, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Construction
About the Exhibition:
- Showcases latest developments and materials in the construction, architecture and interior fields.
- Provides a platform for industry professionals to connect with each other, learn about new technologies and trends, and source products and services.
- Attracts over 15,000 visitors and 136 exhibitors from across India.
June 2024
1. LOGMAT INDIA 2024
- When: 31st May – 2nd June, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Logistics
About the Exhibition:
- Premier event for the Logistics, Storage, Warehousing, and Material Handling industry.
- Provides a unique platform for the exhibitors to showcase a wide range of products and service; network with professionals and industry experts for better business opportunities; learn about the latest trends and technologies; and find new suppliers and partners.
- Attracts over 500 exhibitors from India and around the world.
2. INDIA INTERNATIONAL EV SHOW 2024
- When: 7th June – 9th June, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Electric Vehicles
About the Exhibition:
- India’s largest gathering in the EV industry, making it among the top exhibitions in Chennai to attend for all industry stakeholders.
- Serves as a common platform that will unite engineers, scientists, mechanics, and decision-makers to meet, discuss, and share ideas and solutions to solve problems across the EV and advanced battery industries; and capitalize on the latest EV trends including trending topics on battery technologies, energy storage solutions, and development of charging infrastructure.
- Offers participants the chance to interact and discuss new ideas and solutions to tackle potential challenges of EV development in India.
3. PLAS (INTERNATIONAL PLASTICS EXHIBITION) 2024
- When: 14th June – 17th June, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Plastics Processing
About the Exhibition:
- Brings together under one roof, leading industry players from across India.
- Focuses on promoting the growth of plastics processing industries in India, with emphasis on Polymer & Resins, Intermediates’, Blends & Alloys, Composites, Specialty Chemicals’, Master Batches, Additives, Colorants, Fillers & Enforcements, Processing Machinery, Printing & Packaging, Ancillary Equipment, Finished Products, Mould & Dies, Post Processing Equipment for printing, plating, lamination, surface enhancement and decoration of plastics, Recycling, Testing Equipments, and more.
4. THE ARCHITECT & INTERIOR EXPO 2024
- When: 20th June – 23rd June, 2024
- Where: Hall No’s 1 & 2, Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Architecture & Interior
About the Exhibition:
Brings together under one platform, top notch professionals, industry experts, companies and various creative minds in the industry.
Provides the opportunity for cross-exchange of ideas and solutions, and build an effective communications network for better opportunities.
July 2024
1. 7th IIOO EXPO 2024
- When: 13th July – 15th July, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Optical
About the Exhibition:
- Leading industry event that is not to be missed for stakeholders.
- Showcases the latest products/services as well as technologies and innovations from frames and sunglasses to lenses and equipment.
Gives participants the chance to understand latest industry trends and developments, source new products, and network with other professionals for better business opportunities. - Will bring more than 200 brands from India and abroad under one roof.
2. PHARMAC SOUTH 2024
- When: 5th July – 6th July, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Pharma
About the Exhibition:
- Brings under one platform, Contract Manufacturers, and leading players in Ayurveda / Herbal, Cosmetics, Fragrances, Pharma Machinery, Nutraceuticals, and more, making it among the top exhibitions in Chennai for 2024.
- Provides a unique forum for the participants to understand industry trends and markets; initiate dialogue with key technical and regulator personnel, and associated stakeholders; and compare notes with major suppliers of products and services in the PHARMA industry.
3. INDIA INTERNATIONAL OPTICAL & OPTHALMOLOGY EXPO 2024
- When: 13th July – 15th July, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Optical & Ophthalmology
About the Exhibition:
- Offers a platform to leading industry players to interact and discuss ideas and solutions, and showcase their products, technologies, innovations, and services, related to the Optical and Ophthalmology sectors.
- Attracts a significant number of key buyers and decision-makers, providing the exhibitors the opportunity to connect with potential customers and collaborators.
- Gives participating companies a unique opportunity to build new relationships, foster business ventures, and expand their networks within the industry.
August 2024
1. MEDICALL EXPO – CHENNAI 2024
- When: 2nd August – 4th August, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Healthcare
About the Exhibition:
- 38th edition dedicated to healthcare and medical equipment sectors.
- Serves as a platform for showcasing cutting-edge technologies, equipments, and services for the medical and surgical fields.
- Attracts over 300 exhibitors from around the world, making it among the exhibitions to attend for professionals in the medical domain; and see the latest products and services, covering everything from medical devices and equipments to cosmetology and pharmaceuticals.
2. PRINT EXPO 2024
- When: 22nd August – 24th August, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Printing
About the Exhibition:
- Showcases the latest innovations and cutting-edge technologies in the industry; and take participants through an incredible journey of the world of printing, vide live demonstrations.
- Gives exhibitors the opportunity to showcase their offerings, network with industry professionals and experts for partnerships and business opportunities, and learn about the latest trends and developments within the industry.
September 2024
1. INDOMACH 2024
- When: 27th September – 29th September, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Industrial Machinery & Engineering
About the Exhibition:
- Leading industrial machinery and engineering show, making it among the exhibitions in Chennai to attend in 2024.
- Showcases a broad array of industrial machinery; and engineering products and services from heavy and light machines to tools, parts, technological devices, and engineering tools.
- Offers a viable platform to network for new business partnerships; find new suppliers and explore new business opportunities, and learn about the latest industry trends and happenings.
October 2024
WINDERGY INDIA 2024
- When: 23rd October – 25th October, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Wind Sector
About the Exhibition:
- India’s only comprehensive International Trade Fair and Conference for Wind Sector, and one of the top exhibitions In Chennai.
Features over 300 exhibitors from India and around the world. - Gives attendees the opportunity to see the showcasing of the latest technologies and products in the wind power sector; learn about the latest trends and happenings in the industry; and network with industry leaders for better business opportunities and forge new business partnerships.
December 2024
PAPERX SOUTH INDIA 2024
- When: 5th December – 7th December, 2024
- Where: Chennai Trade Centre Complex
- Industry: Paper
About the Exhibition:
- Brings under one roof top industry professionals and leading industry suppliers and manufacturers.
- Allows exhibitors to showcase varied types of products ranging from papers to printing materials, and related products; network with potential customers and partners for better business opportunities and build connections to expand their business networks.
- Gives attendees the chance to see, touch, and experience the products firsthand.
- Will have seminars, workshops, and panel discussions providing valuable insights and best practices.
