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Event overview
Overview
The 37th National Handicraft Fair is a vibrant celebration of Brazilian culture and craftsmanship, taking place from December 2 to 6, 2026, at Expominas in Belo Horizonte. This year's fair will feature over 500 stands, showcasing artisans from all over Brazil, and will include a variety of cultural activities, workshops, and performances.
The event aims to promote sustainable practices and highlight the rich diversity of Brazilian handicrafts. 37th National Handicraft Fair takes place in Belo.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The 37th National Handicraft Fair runs from December 2 to 6, 2026, at Expominas, Belo Horizonte, Brazil.
- 2Scale and Focus: This event showcases artisans from across Brazil, featuring over 500 stands and diverse cultural activities.
- 3Organiser: The fair is organised by the Centro Cape, a key player in promoting Brazilian craftsmanship.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include general public and retailers interested in unique handcrafted products.
- 5Entry: Tickets are available for R$20, with free entry for children under 12 and seniors over 60.
Why visit
Feira Nacional de Artesanato is a national Brazilian craft fair held at Expominas in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. Attendees include general public and retailers interested in unique handcrafted products.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors gain visibility among thousands of visitors, access to a diverse audience, and the chance to network with other artisans and potential buyers. This event showcases artisans from across Brazil, featuring over 500 stands and diverse cultural activities. Attendees include general public and retailers interested in unique handcrafted products.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
General public and families shopping for Brazilian handicrafts and gifts
Retail buyers and concept-store owners sourcing ceramics, textiles, and home decor
Interior designers and architects looking for artisanal furniture and decorative pieces
Gift shops and museum-store buyers seeking regional artisan products
Cultural tourists and craft enthusiasts interested in demonstrations and folklore
Food retailers and specialty grocers sourcing Minas Gerais products
Artisans and craft students benchmarking techniques and materials
Wholesale buyers comparing cooperative and small-studio supply
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Ceramics and pottery studios
Textile weavers, embroiderers, and clothing makers
Jewelry and accessory makers using Brazilian stones and metals
Woodworkers and furniture makers
Basketry, straw, and natural-fiber craft producers
Home decor and utility craft studios
Regional food and beverage producers, including cheeses, sweets, and cachaca
Artisan cooperatives and community associations from Brazilian states
Sustainability-focused makers using recycled or native materials
Leather goods and traditional clothing artisans
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Hand-thrown ceramics, clay cookware, and decorative pottery
Handwoven textiles, embroidery, crochet, and lace
Artisan jewelry using Brazilian gemstones, silver, and natural fibers
Wooden furniture, kitchenware, and carved home objects
Basketry, straw work, macrame, and wall art
Leather goods, traditional clothing, and accessories
Regional foods: Minas cheeses, doce de leite, cachaca, coffee, and sweets
Home fragrance, natural cosmetics, and botanical products
Seasonal gifts and holiday decor from Brazilian makers
Sustainable craft using recycled, native, or reclaimed materials
Artisan cooperatives and community craft collections
Location & Facilities
Venue
Expominas
Avenida Amazonas, 6200 - Bairro Gameleira - Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
Facilities
Parking
Expominas in Belo Horizonte typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Expominas in Belo Horizonte typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Expominas for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Event days & opening times
DayOpening hours
02 – 06 December 2026:2:00 PM – 10:00 PM daily
Entry until9:00 PM
General admission
General admission
20
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Belo Horizonte, BR
Why it matters
On 2026-12-02 to 2026-12-06, 37th National Handicraft Fair in Belo Horizonte covering Handcrafted jewelry and accessories, Traditional textiles and clothing, Artisan furniture and home decor, Ceramics and p gives food buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · BRL
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Belo Horizonte/Confins - Tancredo Neves International Airport
International gateway named in the event logistics capture. Transfer to Expominas by taxi or ride-hailing app, or use public transport with a transfer
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to venue
Confirm live journey time; allow extra time for traffic between the airport and Gameleira
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Hilton Garden Inn Belo Horizonte
3-star
Belo HorizonteUSD 95–122 / night
Eco-certified with free breakfast and Wi-Fi, outdoor pool and fitness center; paid parking on site.
Dayrell Hotel & Centro de Convenções
4-star
Belo HorizonteUSD 150–190 / night
Conference hotel with free breakfast and Wi-Fi, outdoor pool and hot tub; paid parking on site.
Hotel Novotel Belo Horizonte Savassi
4-star
SavassiUSD 150–190 / night
Eco-certified, pet-friendly, with spa and fitness center; breakfast and parking charged separately.
Ouro Minas Palace Hotel
5-star
Belo HorizonteUSD 230–265 / night
Five-star option with indoor pool, hot tub and free breakfast; paid parking.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Metro / urban train
Estimated costBRL 2-8 typical single public transport journey (confirm before travel)
Best forBelo Horizonte metropolitan rail network (Metro BH) serving the city and Gameleira area
Route and timetable planning available via Moovit and Qual Trem transit guides for Belo Horizonte; check which station is closest to Expominas before travel.
City bus
Estimated costBRL 2-8 typical single public transport journey (confirm before travel)
Best forSUMOURB municipal bus lines across Belo Horizonte, including services to the Gameleira / Expominas district
Official municipal bus timetables and itineraries published by Prefeitura de Belo Horizonte (SUMOURB). Journey times vary with traffic.
Taxi / ride-hailing
Estimated costBRL 80–160 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
Best forDoor-to-door from hotels in Savassi or the centre to Expominas BH, Av. Amazonas, 6200, Gameleira
Google Maps route planner could not calculate a live route for this mission; agree fares in app or meter before departure.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. BRL taxi/rideshare from CNF to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forBelo Horizonte/Confins - Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) to Expominas
Confirm live journey time; allow extra time for traffic between the airport and Gameleira.; International gateway named in the event logistics capture. Transfer to Expominas by taxi or ride-hailing app, or use public transport with a transfer.
Weather
December falls in Belo Horizonte's rainy summer season, with warm days and frequent afternoon showers; pack a light rain layer and plan indoor options between show days.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to BR.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language and greetings
Portuguese is the local language. English may be limited at small artisan stands, so keep key phrases and prices written down; a simple greeting goes a long way.
Craft traditions
Brazil's craft map is regional. At the fair, ask exhibitors where a piece was made and which materials are local, especially for ceramics, basketry, and textiles.
Food and drink
Minas Gerais food culture is part of the fair experience. Expect cheese bread, doce de leite, cheeses, and cachaca; check labels and drink responsibly.
Shopping etiquette
Many stands are small businesses. Ask before photographing people or one-off designs, confirm payment methods, and request a receipt for larger purchases.
Tipping
Restaurant bills often include a service charge; check before adding a tip. For taxis and ride-hailing, use the app or meter and round up for good service if you wish.
Safety
Use ordinary city precautions in Belo Horizonte: keep valuables secured in crowds, avoid isolated areas at night, and use app-based transport or licensed taxis after dark.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: CNF
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Belo Horizonte; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Belo Horizonte/Confins - Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF): Confirm live journey time; allow extra time for traffic between the airport and Gameleira. Allow road or rail time to Expominas; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Expominas: Belo Horizonte: Hilton Garden Inn Belo Horizonte; Belo Horizonte: Dayrell Hotel & Centro de Convenções; Savassi: Hotel Novotel Belo Horizonte Savassi.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Belo Horizonte; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Use local bus, tram, or metro routes serving Expominas; check operator timetables.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Expominas; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: December 2026
Temperature: Approx. 18-28 C. December days are warm, with cooler evenings; confirm the forecast before travel.
Seasonality: December is Belo Horizonte's summer rainy season, with frequent afternoon showers. Pack a light rain layer and plan indoor breaks between show days.
Packing: December falls in Belo Horizonte's rainy summer season, with warm days and frequent afternoon showers; pack a light rain layer and plan indoor options between show days.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at 37th National Handicraft Fair usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 14
Confirm official dates, opening hours, and venue on feiranacionaldeartesanato.com.br; hotel dates alone are not confirmation.
Day 13
Check ticket type and price; general admission is listed at BRL 20, but confirm current pricing and advance-purchase rules.
Day 12
Book accommodation in Belo Horizonte; compare Savassi, city centre, and Gameleira-access hotels for transit time.
Day 11
Decide airport transfer from CNF to Expominas; compare taxi, ride-hailing, and public transport with a transfer.
Day 10
Check the exhibitor list or programme when published and shortlist craft categories you want to compare.
Day 9
Set a shopping budget in BRL and check your card's foreign transaction fees.
Day 8
Check Brazilian entry requirements for your nationality with the embassy or consulate.
Day 7
Confirm passport validity, travel insurance, and any travel health advice with a clinic.
Day 6
Check the Belo Horizonte forecast; December is rainy season, so pack a light rain jacket.
Day 5
Plan your hotel-to-Expominas route and identify the nearest metro or bus stop; allow extra time for traffic.
Day 4
List fragile or large items you may buy and ask exhibitors about shipping and export paperwork.
Day 3
Download offline maps and a ride-hailing app; save Av. Amazonas, 6200, Gameleira as the venue address.
Day 2
Pack reusable bags, a portable charger, and some cash for small purchases.
Day 1
Recheck opening hours and ticket QR codes; arrive early on the first day for easier navigation.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Expominas
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
237th National Handicraft Fair registration concourse
Expominas
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Expominas
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsR$190.00
- Per diem × 2R$150.00
Estimated totalR$340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · General admission
BRL 20 / per person
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Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether 37th National Handicraft Fair fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
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For 37th National Handicraft Fair, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Handcrafted jewelry and accessories and Traditional textiles and clothing solutions and benchmarking suppliers at 37th National Handicraft Fair in Belo Horizonte.
Min. budget
$3,420.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Handcrafted jewelry and accessories and Traditional textiles and clothing products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$15,390.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Belo Horizonte show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
What is Feira Nacional de Artesanato?
It is a national Brazilian handicraft fair at Expominas in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. Exhibitors sell and demonstrate work across ceramics, textiles, jewelry, wood, home decor, and regional food, with a mix of individual artisans, cooperatives, and community craft groups.
Where is Expominas and what is the address?
Expominas BH is in the Gameleira district of Belo Horizonte. The logistics capture lists Av. Amazonas, 6200, Gameleira, Belo Horizonte, as the venue address; use that for taxi and rideshare drop-off.
When is the next edition?
The official dates were not confirmed in the captured crawl. Hotel captures used a 2-6 December 2026 stay window, which points to early December, but check feiranacionaldeartesanato.com.br for the final dates before booking flights.
Do I need a ticket to enter?
A general admission ticket is listed at BRL 20 per person in the cost capture. Confirm current ticket types, opening hours, and whether advance purchase is required on the organiser site.
Is the fair for the general public or trade buyers?
The listing describes a mixed audience of general public and retailers. If you need buyer credentials or trade access, check the organiser's registration categories before you travel.
What can visitors buy at the fair?
Expect handcrafted ceramics and clay cookware, handwoven textiles and embroidery, basketry, carved wood, artisan jewelry, leather goods, home decor, and regional foods such as cheeses, sweets, and cachaca. Product mix varies by exhibitor.
How do I get from the airport to Expominas?
Belo Horizonte/Confins - Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) is the international gateway named in the logistics capture. Take a taxi or ride-hailing app to Gameleira, or use public transport with a transfer; confirm fares and traffic time before travel.
Is there parking at Expominas?
The venue logistics note says on-site parking is available at Expominas. Confirm daily rates, gate access, and whether parking can be pre-booked on the organiser or venue site.
What is the weather like during the fair?
December is summer in Belo Horizonte and falls in the rainy season, with warm days and frequent afternoon showers. Pack a light rain layer and comfortable shoes for walking between halls.
What should international visitors know about visas and currency?
Entry rules vary by nationality; check the Brazilian embassy or consulate before booking. The local currency is the Brazilian real (BRL). Cards and Pix are widely used, but carry some cash for small artisan purchases.
Are there hotels near the venue?
Hotel captures list options across Belo Horizonte, including Hilton Garden Inn Belo Horizonte, Dayrell Hotel & Centro de Convencoes, Hotel Novotel Belo Horizonte Savassi, and Ouro Minas Palace Hotel. Compare location, breakfast, and parking before booking.
Can I photograph exhibitors' work or ship purchases home?
Ask before photographing people or one-off pieces; many stands are small businesses and some designs are original. For large or fragile items, confirm shipping, export paperwork, and insurance with the exhibitor before paying.
Glossary
- Handicraft
- Objects made by hand or with limited tools, often in small workshops. At Feira Nacional de Artesanato, this includes ceramics, textiles, wood, jewelry, basketry, and home decor.
- Artisan
- A maker who designs and produces work by hand, often using local materials. Exhibitors range from individual makers to cooperatives and community groups.
- Artisan cooperative
- A group of makers who share production, sourcing, or sales. Cooperatives are common in Brazilian craft supply chains and can be a source of consistent wholesale ranges.
- Regional craft
- Work tied to a Brazilian state or community's materials and techniques. At the fair, regional identity is a key reason buyers compare pieces from Minas Gerais, the Northeast, and other parts of Brazil.
- Applied arts
- Functional objects with decorative value, such as ceramics, textiles, furniture, and jewelry. The fair mixes everyday utility pieces with collectible craft.
- Collectible craft
- One-off or limited-run pieces bought for display or collection rather than daily use. Ask exhibitors about materials, editions, and care before buying.
- Raw material
- Clay, wood, natural fibers, metal, stone, leather, or recycled material used by exhibitors. Material choice often signals the region and price tier of a piece.
- Fair trade
- A commercial model where makers receive a larger share of the retail price and working conditions are transparent. Ask exhibitors how cooperatives and sourcing are structured.
- Expominas
- Belo Horizonte's exhibition centre in the Gameleira district and the venue for Feira Nacional de Artesanato. Use Av. Amazonas, 6200 for taxi and rideshare drop-off.
- Minas Gerais
- The Brazilian state whose capital is Belo Horizonte. It has strong ceramic, textile, and food traditions that appear throughout the fair.
- Cachaca
- A Brazilian sugarcane spirit, often produced in Minas Gerais. It may appear among regional food and beverage exhibitors; drink responsibly and check airline baggage rules.
- Doce de leite
- A milk caramel sweet common in Minas Gerais and other parts of Brazil. It is a typical regional food product at craft and food fairs.
- Pix
- Brazil's instant payment system, widely used by small businesses. Confirm whether an exhibitor accepts Pix or cards before committing to a large purchase.
- BRL
- The ISO code for the Brazilian real, the local currency. Prices at the fair are typically quoted in BRL; check card fees and carry some cash for small stands.
- Maker-led stand
- A sales space run by the artisan or a small team rather than a distributor. At this fair, maker-led stands are where you can ask about technique, materials, and custom orders.
- Wholesale line sheet
- A document listing products, materials, dimensions, minimum order quantities, and prices for retail buyers. Ask exhibitors whether they offer one.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- 37th National Handicraft Fair 2026
- 37th National Handicraft Fair Belo Horizonte 2026
- Belo Horizonte BR
- Arts, Crafts and Hobby Trade Fair Belo Horizonte 2026
- Handcrafted jewelry and accessories
- Traditional textiles and clothing
- Artisan furniture and home decor
- Ceramics and pottery
- Arts, Crafts and Hobby Trade Fair Exhibition Belo Horizonte
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