Affaire de Cadeaux 2026 is the premier exhibition for business gifts and promotional items, taking place from November 17 to 19, 2026, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.
Dates
17–19 Nov 2026
City / country
Paris, France
Venue
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
Time
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM daily
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Event overview
Affaire de Cadeaux 2026 is the leading exhibition for business gifts, motivation, and promotional items in Europe.
Scheduled for November 17 to 19, 2026, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, this event brings together over 20,000 professionals seeking innovative solutions and trends in the industry.
Organised by Weyou Group, the exhibition features more than 100 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and services designed to enhance brand visibility and customer loyalty.
TL;DR
Attendees will discover the latest trends in business gifts and promotional items, network with industry leaders, and explore innovative solutions to enhance their marketing strategies. The exhibition provides a unique opportunity to connect with key suppliers and gain insights into the evolving market.
Exhibiting at Affaire de Cadeaux offers companies the chance to showcase their latest products to a targeted audience of decision-makers. This event facilitates valuable connections, enhances brand visibility, and provides insights into market trends, making it an essential platform for business growth.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
2 Place de la Porte de Versailles, 75015 Paris, France
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in Paris 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: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in Paris 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 Paris Expo Porte de Versailles for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Who runs the show
Weyou Group
How the last edition performed
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
Impact
Affaire de Cadeaux is the Paris trade fair for gift and promotional products, held at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. The most recent completed edition before the 2026 show was the 2025 edition; available search results did not include a post-show recap with visitor or exhibitor counts. The official site and trade directories list the next edition for 17–19 November 2026.
Audience quality
Affaire de Cadeaux is the Paris trade fair for gift and promotional products, held at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. The most recent completed edition before the 2026 show was the 2025 edition; available search results did not include a post-show recap with visitor or exhibitor counts. The official site and trade directories list the next edition for 17–19 November 2026.
Exhibitor outcomes
Affaire de Cadeaux is the Paris trade fair for gift and promotional products, held at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. The most recent completed edition before the 2026 show was the 2025 edition; available search results did not include a post-show recap with visitor or exhibitor counts. The official site and trade directories list the next edition for 17–19 November 2026.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attending Affaire de Cadeaux 2026 on 2026-11-17 to 2026-11-19 in Paris lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
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Latest updates from across the market.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Charles de Gaulle
Main long-haul gateway; RER B connects to central Paris, then Metro line 12 reaches Porte de Versailles. Allow extra time for airport security and RER transfers
Approx. 30 km / 19 mi
to venue
Approx. 45-60 min by RER B plus Metro or by road
by car
Paris Orly
Closest airport to central Paris; Orlyval links to RER B at Antony, then Metro connections reach Porte de Versailles
Approx. 15 km / 9 mi
to venue
Approx. 30-45 min by Orlyval plus Metro or by road
by car
Paris Beauvais
Used by low-cost carriers; the airport coach to Paris is usually the simplest option. Confirm coach times before booking
Approx. 85 km / 53 mi
to venue
Approx. 75-90 min by coach or road
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Arty Paris Porte de Versailles
Listed 1.3 km from Paris Expo Porte de Versailles; breakfast, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, restaurant, kitchen in some rooms, kid-friendly. Approx. USD 90-140 per night during show week.
Hotel Printania
Listed 640 m from Paris Expo Porte de Versailles; breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, parking (paid), airport shuttle, accessible. Approx. USD 100-150 per night during show week.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
RER B + Metro
Take RER B into central Paris, then Metro line 12 toward Porte de Versailles. Allow 45-60 min plus walking and security time.
Orlyval + Metro
Orlyval links ORY to Antony, then RER B and Metro connections reach Porte de Versailles. Allow 30-45 min plus transfers.
Airport coach
The airport coach is usually the simplest option from BVA; continue by Metro to Porte de Versailles. Allow 75-90 min for the coach plus city transfer.
Metro
Metro line 12 serves Porte de Versailles directly. Validate your ticket before boarding and keep it until exit.
Tram
Tram lines T2 and T3a serve the Porte de Versailles area; useful from nearby hotels and the 15th arrondissement.
Taxi
Use the official taxi rank at CDG. Allow 45-60 min by road and keep the receipt for expense claims.
Taxi
Use the official taxi rank at ORY. Allow 30-45 min by road.
Rideshare
Compare the app quote with the taxi rank during show hours; pickup zones may be outside the main terminal entrances.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Weather
Mid-November Paris is cool and often damp; daytime highs near 10-12 C, overnight lows around 5-8 C, with frequent light rain and short daylight. Bring a waterproof layer and plan indoor transfers between halls. Confirm the forecast before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
EU roaming rules apply for EU SIMs; UK and non-EU visitors should check roaming charges. Local prepaid SIM and eSIM options are widely available in Paris. Venue Wi-Fi may be congested during show hours - carry a mobile hotspot or eSIM for lead capture. France uses Type E/F plugs at 230 V.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language at the fair
French is the default language on many stands; exhibitors with French-speaking staff and French-language catalogues make it easier for buyers to evaluate promotional ranges.
Business-gift buying style
French buyers often assess creativity, packaging quality, compliance with brand guidelines and delivery reliability, not only unit price. Bring physical samples and clear personalisation options.
Meeting rhythm
Paris trade visitors often pre-book meetings and keep to a tight diary; publish a stand schedule and allow buffer time for badge collection and security.
November daylight
Daylight is short in mid-November; schedule evening meetings early and plan indoor transfers between halls.
Transit etiquette
Validate metro, RER and tram tickets before boarding and keep them until exit; keep bags zipped in crowded stations.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: CDG
Book CDG for the simplest RER B connection to central Paris, or ORY if fares or schedules are better; ORY uses Orlyval plus Metro. BVA is usually the lowest-cost option but adds a coach transfer. Arrive the day before the show and allow 60-90 min from airport to the venue. Confirm baggage rules for samples and catalogues.
Schengen short-stay rules apply for France; many Western passports enter visa-free for business visits of up to 90 days, while other nationalities must apply for a Schengen visa in advance.
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Use the France-Visas portal for the official business-trip visa route; carry your Affaire de Cadeaux registration or exhibitor invitation to support the application.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Charles de Gaulle (CDG): Approx. 45-60 min by RER B plus Metro or by road; Paris Orly (ORY): Approx. 30-45 min by Orlyval plus Metro or by road; Paris Beauvais (BVA): Approx. 75-90 min by coach or road. Allow road or rail time to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Paris Expo Porte de Versailles: Porte de Versailles: Arty Paris Porte de Versailles; Porte de Versailles: Hotel Printania.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing is widely used in Paris; confirm pickup zones at CDG, ORY and the Porte de Versailles venue, as drivers may not stop at the main entrance. Compare app quotes with metered taxi ranks during show hours.
Public transit: Metro line 12 stops at Porte de Versailles; tram T2 and T3a also serve the venue, and RATP buses connect to the 15th arrondissement. From CDG, take RER B into Paris then Metro line 12; from ORY, Orlyval to Antony then RER B and Metro. Use the RATP or Ile-de-France Mobilites journey planner and allow extra time on opening morning for security screening.
Parking: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles has on-site parking; confirm daily rates, height restrictions and hall access on the venue or organiser site. Show-week traffic is heavy, so public transit is usually simpler.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026
Temperature: Daytime highs typically around 10-12 C, overnight lows around 5-8 C. Confirm the forecast before travel.
Seasonality: November is a wetter, overcast month in Paris with frequent light rain and short daylight; expect drizzle on several show days.
Packing: Pack a waterproof jacket or compact umbrella, layers for cool mornings and heated halls, comfortable closed shoes for walking between pavilions, and a small bag for catalogues and samples.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Affaire de Cadeaux 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Confirm registration and badge type
Book hotel near the fairground
Compare airport options
Build a product-family shortlist
Prepare a buyer brief
Check visa and travel documents
Install transit apps
Pre-book stand meetings
Pack for November Paris
Prepare lead capture
Print key documents
Plan opening-morning arrival
Work the hall by product family
Set a follow-up deadline
Registration and hall orientation at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
Affaire de Cadeaux 2026 registration concourse
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
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This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Affaire de Cadeaux 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
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