JULY 2026
FOOTWEAR
TRADESHOWS
CALENDAR
JULY – DECEMBER
2026
Written by: Andrew Sia
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This report covered many countries, namely, Vietnam, Melbourne in Australia, Dusseldorf in Germany, Istanbul, Milan in Italy, Paris in France, Manchester in UK, and multiple locations in the U.S. For anyone who is from this industry would probably be fascinated. This will certain bring the industry together as the opportunity will be abundant.
I wish you all the success when you have decided to take on this trip.
Introduction
Very often we relate sneaker with running. Sneaker is also related to fashion, and it is part of the footwear that is indispensable to our daily wardrobe. It is the same for sportswear which we have invented a name known as athleisure for all purposes in these days.
On the other hand, running is no longer just a sport, and for many people it is part of our lifestyle, a philosophy, and even a therapy for better life have become our daily routine.
Sneakers have helped us to bring out a life which is more health conscious. It is also about persistence and developing a healthy mindset. It helps to bring out a sport which has to do with running that came help us in endurance, to improve our performance, to lead a disciplinary life, and eventually to hit the goal we have set.
The Footwear Tradeshow Calendar for July to December 2026 provides an overview of the major industry events where these innovations will be showcased. The shows are bringing together footwear manufacturers, designers, material suppliers, and retailers to shape the future of footwear in an increasing active and health-conscious world.
Please use this to help you to set up your goals and continue to bring improvements in your endeavor. Meanwhile, I want to check with you if know anything about a newsletter named as Runner’s World+ which is asking relevant questions such as: “Everything to know about running in the heat”, “Why your usual running pace feels harder in the heat, and what to do with it”, and “Hydration, heat training, recovery, injury prevention, strategies, and safety”.
So that you know the NYC Marathon will take place on November 1, Sunday.
Please enjoy the show calendar we have prepared for you.
EXHIBITION CALENDAR
JULY 2026
IFLE
July 8-10, Wednesday to Friday
Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center, Ho Chi Minh
www.toprepute.com.hk/shoes-and-leather-vietnam
It is the 26th International Shoes & Leather Exhibition of IFLE. It is one of the renowned international shoe exhibitions dedicated to the shoe and leather industry held twice a year in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. It is connecting the international exhibitors with Vietnamese and regional buyers, promoting the growth and development of the industry in Southeast Asia. It is also one of the most important and leading events for the shoes and leather industry in the ASEAN region.
It is expecting 800 exhibitors and 15,000+ visitors from 24 countries.
FDRA Shoe Sourcing Executive Summit
Thursday, July 16 • 8:15 am – 4:15 pm
320 Park Avenue, 35th Floor, New York City
www.shoesourcingsummit.com
FDRA’s Shoe Sourcing Executive Summit focuses on risks across the footwear supply chain, with an in-depth look at production challenges and sourcing shifts around the globe. Our sessions sharpen strategies related to costs, tariffs, and other critical issues. Key topics include:
– Onshoring: The evolving U.S.–Mexico manufacturing landscape
– Factory Issues: Current challenges and capacity in China, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Bangladesh
– Tariffs: Key updates on IEEPA refunds and other developments reshaping sourcing strategies
– Supply Chain Costs: Forward-looking insights to support material and shipping cost planning
– Strategy: Tools and approaches to help brands manage supply chains amid growing regulatory demands
– Innovation: Emerging technologies transforming manufacturing
Northwest Shoe Travelers Market
July 21-22, Tuesday to Wednesday
Saint Paul RiverCentre, 175 W Kellogg
Saint Paul, MN 55102
https://nwshoetravelers.com/market-information
Northwest Shoe Travelers is run by the Executive Director under the direction of the Executive Board and Board of Directors which are elected every two years.
For over 100 years we have brought together retail shoe stores with shoe representatives to view the upcoming product lines to collaborate and explore new product.
Shoes Dusseldorf 2026 – July Edition
July 25 -27, Saturday to Monday
Düsseldorf Exhibition Center
www.worldfootwear.com
These highly specialized B2B tradeshows allow industrial professionals to view the upcoming footwear, accessories, and handbag collections for the upcoming seasons.
Altogether there are 2,414 fairs, of which 13 are shoes and footwear related in Germany.
Chicago Shoe Market
July 28-29, Tuesday and Wednesday
Embassy Suites Chicago, Lombard/Oak Brook
707 Butterfield Road, Lombard, IL 60148
www.chicagoshoemarket.com
Every year, the Chicago Shoe Market hosts two footwear, accessory and apparel tradeshow markets in Chicago, Illinois. The Windy City Shoe Travelers, a non-profit organization, provide an invaluable opportunity for retailers to check out the latest, must-have brands in a professional, effective and enjoyable setting. It is in the beautiful Village of Lombard and offers an exceptional market experience.
The IR Show – The Innovative Retail Show
July 28-30, Tuesday to Thursday
Horseshoe Event Center,
3655 Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89109
www.worldfootwear.com
It is a twice a year show in January and July. The related organizations are: Council of Fashion Designers of America, United States Footwear Manufacturers, Chicago School & Shoemaking & Leather Art, Fashion Institute of Technology, The Atlanta Shoe Market, Boston Shoe Travelers Association, FFANY, National Shoes Retailers Association, American Apparel & Footwear Associations, and others.
EXHIBITION CALENDAR
AUGUST 2026
Michigan Shoe Market
August 1-3, Saturday – Monday
Embassy Suites by Hilton Hotel Troy
850 Tower Dr, Troy, MI 48098
https://www.michiganshoeshow.com/
The Michigan Shoe Market is one of the industry’s oldest trade show shoe markets, and is proudly sponsored and run by industry representatives serving on the Michigan Shoe Travelers Association Board. Established in 1936, this Market continues its rich tradition allowing shoe and accessory manufacturers and retailers from Indiana, Ohio and Michigan to gather under one roof to transact business.
Noted for its Midwestern authenticity and friendliness, the Michigan Shoe Market hosts two distinct Shoe Markets each year to showcase the upcoming season’s fashions.
FFANY Market Week
August 3-7, Monday to Friday
Member showrooms, New York City
www.ffany.org
FFANY is a national tradeshow comprised of showrooms and pop-up spaces throughout Mid-Town Manhattan.
FFANY brings store owners, stylists, buyers and brands to NYC, the heart of the fashion footwear industry. Most visits are by appointment only.
The Great Event Show
August 5-6, Wednesday -Thursday
Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe
100 Frank W Burr Blvd
Teaneck, NJ 07666
https://www.greateventshow.com/
The GREAT EVENT SHOW was created in 2020 for the sole purpose of giving vendors and retailers that are in the footwear business a home to gather twice a year to view and buy future products for the following season as well as purchase goods that they might need for immediate delivery.
The show is two days and you will need every bit of your time to get to see it all. This show is a footwear retailer’s dream!
Boston Shoe Travelers – Northwest Expo
August 9-10, Sunday to Monday
Double Tree by Hilton, Manchester, New Hampshire
www.bostonshoetravelers.org
The Western & English Sales Association (WESA) was organized in 1921 under the corporate name Men’s Apparel Club of Colorado. The founders of WESA launched the first show in January 1922 where retailers, manufacturers and sales representatives could conduct fair trade and fellowship. WESA Trade Show boast record-breaking retail attendees from a national and international audiences. It is showing 550 product lines, and it is bringing more than 3400 retailers to the WESA Trade Show every year.
The Atlanta Shoe Market
August 15-17, Saturday to Monday
Cobb Galleria Center, Atlanta
www.atlantashoemarket.com
It is one of the largest and prominent shoe trade shows in the footwear industry held twice per year in Atlanta, Georgia. It serves as a key platform for footwear manufacturers, distributors and retailers to showcase their latest collections and provide network and conduct business.
Dallas Apparel & Accessories Market
August 18-21, Tuesday to Friday
Dallas World Trade Center, Dallas
www.dallasmarketcenter.com
Dallas Market Center’s five-yearly Apparel and Accessories Markets are home to thousands of emerging and established wholesale women’s apparels, fashion accessories, footwear, beauty and wellbeing product lines across many categories. It is the ideal place to find the latest in young contemporary, contemporary, western, children’s and more.
WESA’s Western/English Apparel & Equipment
August 18-21, Tuesday to Friday
Dallas World Trade Center, Dallas
www.wesatradeshow.com
The Western & English Sales Association (WESA) was organized in 1921 under the corporate name Men’s Apparel Club of Colorado. The founders of WESA launched the first show in January 1922 where retailers, manufacturers and sales representatives could conduct fair trade and fellowship. WESA Trade Show boast record-breaking retail attendees from a national and international audiences. It is showing 550 product lines, and it is bringing more than 3400 retailers to the WESA Trade Show every year.
Shoes Dusseldorf 2026 – August Edition
August 30 to 31, Sunday to Monday
Düsseldorf Exhibition Center
www.worldfootwear.com
The show was founded in 1936. It is divided into premium, contemporary, urban, comfort and kid’s zone. Prices are from mid to high price segment. The exhibition has a mix of 65% international exhibitors and 35% German brands. 5,000 buyers are visiting.
EXHIBITION CALENDAR
SEPTEMBER 2026
Who’s Next
September 5-7, Saturday to Monday
Porte de Versailles, Paris
www.whosnext.com
It is a professional trade show in Paris that presents the most acute vision of a high-quality men’s and women’s fashion. It is for ready-to-wear apparel and accessories, including fashionable handbags, footwear, travelware, fashion accessories, and lifestyle products.
Premiere Classe
September 7-9, Monday to Wednesday
Tuileries Garden, Paris
www.whosnext.com.en/premiere-classe
It was founded in 1989, and it runs twice a year, in March and September/October during Women’s Fashion Week in Paris. It features accessories, shoes, leather goods, textile accessories and unveiling trends for the coming season. The event presents 450 brands and designers specially chosen for their creativity, originality and unique styles.
Micam Milano
September 13-15, Sunday to Tuesday
Fiera Milano Rho, Milan
www.micam.it
MICAM is a footwear industry’s leading international trade show. It has 1,700 footwear collections at each show. The event is twice a year, in February and September in the Fiera Milano Rho trade show district. In this September show, it is showcasing spring/summer collections. There are four key themes of MACAM—trends and materials; art fashion heritage; sustainability and retail of the future. This time it is celebrating its 100th edition of MICAM.
EXHIBITION CALENDAR
OCTOBER 2026
Atlanta Apparel
October 12-15, Tuesday to Friday
Americas Mart, Atlanta
www.atlanta-apparel.com
LA Market Week is a trade-only event for licensed retail buyers and brand sales reps. The market week is referring to a series of trade events and showroom sessions held in the Los Angeles Fashion District. Events are designed to showcase the latest collections for apparel, accessories, footwear brands to retail buyers and industrial leaders. It is meant for holiday and resort 2026 collections.
LA Market Week
October 12-14, Monday to Wednesday
California Market Center showrooms,
Los Angeles
www.californiamarketcenter.com
Atlanta Apparel hosts 8 yearly tradeshows for buyers, exhibitors and industrial professionals. October is launching spring/summer season 2026 and it is also offering a wide range of top shoe lines, accessories, resort and more. It also offers products to meet the everyday needs of mother and children.
Dallas Apparel & Accessories Market
October 20-23, Tuesday to Friday
Dallas World Trade Center, Dallas
www.dallasmarketcenter.com
Dallas Market Center’s five-yearly Apparel and Accessories Markets are home to thousands of emerging and established wholesale women’s apparels, fashion accessories, footwear, beauty and wellbeing product lines across many categories. It is the ideal place to find the latest in young contemporary, contemporary, western, children’s and more.
ANPIC – La Feria de América 2026
October 21-23, Wednesday to Friday
Poliforum León Guanajuato, Guanajuato
www.anpic.com
It is a major event in Mexico dedicated to the footwear, leather goods and accessories industries. The city of León in Guanajuato is also a significant center for the footwear industry. It claims to have over 9,000 visitors from 29 visiting countries. About 300 brands showed their products.
EXHIBITION CALENDAR
NOVEMBER 2026
AYSAF (Istanbul International Footwear Fashion Fair)
November 11-13, Wednesday to Friday
Istanbul Expo Center, Istanbul
www.aysafexpo.com
It is a significant trade fair in Turkey focusing on footwear and leather goods industry. It provides a platform for manufacturers, suppliers, designers and buyers to explore business opportunities. With the presence of tanning masters, leather technicians and chemists. It talks about sustainability.
Footwear & Leather Show Australia
November 17-19, Tuesday to Thursday
Convention and Exhibition Center, Melbourne
www.footwearaccessories.com.au
It is also known as FLSA, is the leading trade event for shoes, accessories and apparel in Australia and New Zealand. It provides a platform to connect internal and local brands with retailers, distributors and industrial professionals.
FFANY Market Week
November 30 to December 4, Monday to Friday
Member showrooms, New York City
www.ffany.org
FFANY Market Week takes place in New York City four times a year in 2025. Earlier on it was held from February 3-5, June 2-6, and now in the coming August 5-9 and December 1-5 which will also be the last time for the year. The shows are carried out in private showrooms.
EXHIBITION CALENDAR
DECEMBER 2026
Footwear Show NY Expo
December 1-3, Tuesday to Thursday
The Park Lane Hotel, New York City
www.fsnye.com
This is the show after the one in June. It is a show in the heart of the New York City dedicated to showcase the diversity and dynamic world of footwear. It is a premier B2B footwear trade event held during the FFANY Market Week at the Park Lane Hotel. It brings manufacturers, retailers, and designers together to showcase the latest footwear and handbag trends.
Closing Remark
We spent great effort to put this piece for those who are in the sneaker business. It’s also our intention to keep those who have formed the habit to run as a hobby, not just have a health conscience, but also adopt it as part of their life.
We hope that you can benefit from this report.