Name: China International Building Decoration (CBD) Fair Guangzhou 2026
Start: 2027-07-08
End: 2027-07-11
Location: China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex

Event overview

Overview

The 29th China (Guangzhou) International Building Decoration Fair, commonly known as CBD Fair (Guangzhou), will take place from July 8 to 11, 2027, at the China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex.

This event serves as a platform for industry leaders to showcase their latest products and solutions, transitioning from a traditional trading event into a year-round service platform that empowers the full value chain.

TL;DR

1Event Dates: July 8-11, 2027
2Venue: China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex, Guangzhou
3Exhibition Scale: Approximately 200,000 sqm
4Expected Exhibitors: Nearly 2,000
5Expected Visitors: 144,370 professionals from 147 countries

Why visit

Visitors will gain access to the latest trends and innovations in building decoration, connect with industry leaders, and explore a wide range of products and solutions tailored to their needs.

Why exhibit

Exhibitors will benefit from increased visibility, access to a targeted audience of industry professionals, and opportunities to forge valuable business connections. The CBD Fair is a pivotal event in the building decoration industry, attracting a diverse range of professionals and exhibitors. It provides a unique opportunity for networking, showcasing innovations, and driving business outcomes in a rapidly evolving market.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Architects and designers seeking innovative building solutions

Contractors looking for new suppliers and products

Retailers interested in the latest trends in home decoration

International buyers seeking partnerships with Chinese manufacturers

Industry professionals looking to network and share knowledge

Media representatives covering industry developments

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Manufacturers of building materials and decoration products

Suppliers of interior design solutions

Companies specializing in smart home technologies

Contractors and construction firms

Retailers and distributors in the building decoration sector

Design and architecture firms

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Interior decoration products including flooring, tiles, and fixtures

Exterior building materials such as doors and windows

Smart home technologies and automation solutions

Construction tools and machinery

Sustainable building materials and eco-friendly products

Design services and consulting for building projects

Location & Facilities

Venue

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China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex

Guangzhou, China

Attend

Entry & tickets

Who runs the show

Organisers

China Foreign Trade Centre Group Co., Ltd.

China Building Decoration Association

China Foreign Trade Guangzhou Exhibition Co., Ltd.

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Last edition

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reported

Visitor countries: 147

This edition

2027

Next edition

Not announced yet

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

Prior-edition figures sourced from post-show reporting for 2026; confirm against organiser press release when available. The 29th China (Guangzhou) International Building Decoration Fair, commonly known as CBD Fair (Guangzhou), will take place from July 8 to 11, 2027, at the China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex. This event serves as a platform for industry leaders to showcase their latest products and solutions, transitioning from a traditional trading event into a year-round.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors typically include Architects and designers seeking innovative building solutions, Contractors looking for new suppliers and products, Retailers interested in the latest trends in home decoration, International buyers seeking partnerships with Chinese manufacturers. Event Dates: July 8-11, 2027. Venue: China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex, Guangzhou. Exhibition Scale: Approximately 200,000 sqm. Expected Exhibitors: Nearly 2,000. China International Building Decoration (CBD) Fair Guangzhou 2026.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Exhibitors will benefit from increased visibility, access to a targeted audience of industry professionals, and opportunities to forge valuable business connections. Expected Exhibitors: Nearly 2,000. The CBD Fair is a pivotal event in the building decoration industry, attracting a diverse range of professionals and exhibitors. It provides a unique opportunity for networking, showcasing innovations, and driving business outcomes in a rapidly evolving market. Meet qualified. Exhibitor categories include.

Intelligence

Market context

Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

Guangzhou (Pazhou), Guangdong — Pearl River Delta / Greater Bay Area, China

Why it matters

Guangzhou is the trading gateway for China's building-decoration and home-products supply chain: the Pazhou complex sits at the centre of the Pearl River Delta, within an hour of the ceramics, sanitaryware, lighting, door & window and custom-furniture clusters of Foshan, Zhongshan and Dongguan. Attendance gives buyers direct factory access, live pricing and OEM/ODM options that are hard to obtain remotely, while for sellers the fair aggregates Chinese and export-market distributors in a single venue, including the wider Canton Fair buyer ecosystem that passes through Pazhou each year.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Smart home and connected building products

Custom home / whole-house furnishing (整装)

Energy performance and green materials

Export diversification of Chinese brands

Building decoration & building materials circuit, Greater China

Canton Fair phases run twice yearly (April and October); most specialist building shows run March–July, so an itinerary can pair two to three platforms within one trip.

Comparable trade platforms in the Pearl River Delta and wider China, useful for sequencing a sourcing or market-entry itinerary around the Guangzhou edition.

March–April

Shanghai building and floor-covering shows plus Canton Fair spring phase.

June–July

Guangzhou lighting and CBD Fair editions at the Pazhou complex.

October–November

Canton Fair autumn phase — builds on supplier contacts made in July.

Circuit compiled from listing context and general industry knowledge of the China building-materials show calendar; verify current dates with each organiser.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · CNY

Arrival airports

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

PVG

PVG Airport

to venue

by car

SHA

SHA Airport

to venue

by car

Hotel tiers

A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

Budget

Haizhu / Pazhou village, 10–25 min by metro or taxi to the Canton Fair Complex

USD 35–60 / night

source

Mid-range

Pazhou / Kecun / Chigang, 5–15 min by metro (Line 8) or taxi

USD 65–110 / night

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Premium

Pazhou (adjacent to the complex) and Tianhe / Zhujiang New Town, 20–30 min by taxi

USD 140–260 / night

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Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

metro

Estimated costCNY 2–7 per ride (typical metro fare); day passes available

Best forGuangzhou Metro Line 8 — Pazhou / Xingang Dong station to Canton Fair Complex (Areas A–C)

Cheapest and most reliable option during the fair; Line 8 links Pazhou directly to Changgang (Line 2) and the city centre. Expect queuing at peak opening times.

rideshare

Estimated costCNY 40–70 (~USD 6–10) typical city-centre trip

Best forDiDi / ride-hailing from Tianhe or Zhujiang New Town to the Canton Fair Complex

DiDi is the dominant app; the English interface works with an international card, but a Chinese mobile number helps. Drop-off points are designated during the fair.

airport_bus

Estimated costCNY 25–45 per person typical airport coach fare

Best forBaiyun Airport express/coach services toward Pazhou and city-centre hotel zones

Cheaper than taxi but slower and fixed-route; confirm current stops and timings at the airport ground-transport desk on arrival.

high_speed_rail

Estimated costCNY 5–8 metro fare

Best forGuangzhou South Railway Station to Pazhou via Metro Line 2 to Changgang, change to Line 8

Fastest rail-to-venue combination if arriving by high-speed train from Shenzhen, Hong Kong or Foshan; allow ~45–55 min door to door with luggage.

taxi

Estimated costCNY 60–90 (~USD 8–13) taxi estimate

Best forGuangzhou South Railway Station to Canton Fair Complex, Pazhou

~20 km; 25–40 min depending on traffic. Useful when carrying samples or display material.

taxi

Estimated costCNY 150–220 (taxi estimate)

Best forPVG Airport (PVG) to China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex

Maglev + metro or taxi to Pudong expo clusters.

taxi

Estimated costCNY 80–120 (taxi estimate)

Best forSHA Airport (SHA) to China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex

Hongqiao is closer to central Shanghai halls.

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa not required

ATA Carnet: check with organiser

Official visa page

Weather

July is Guangzhou's hottest and wettest month: typical daytime highs of 32–34 °C with high humidity (heat index often above 38 °C), overnight lows around 26–27 °C, and frequent short, intense thunderstorms. July also falls in the South China typhoon season, so check forecasts in the days before travel and allow buffer time around flights.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

China restricts many global internet services, so arrange connectivity before you travel: buy a China SIM or a travel eSIM, or add international roaming, and install any VPN you rely on before arrival. Confirm data and roaming options with your carrier in advance.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

Tipping

Tipping is not customary in China and service charges are often already included. Round up taxi fares or leave small change for hotel porters; aggressive tipping at restaurants or with suppliers can be awkward.

Business etiquette

Exchange business cards with both hands and take a moment to read them; address counterparts by surname with their title. Punctuality is expected, meetings usually open with brief introductions, and Mandarin is standard while Cantonese is widely spoken in Guangzhou.

Dress, heat and practicalities

Light business-casual clothing works for the July heat and humidity, but venues are heavily air-conditioned so carry a layer. Pack an umbrella or light rain shell for afternoon storms, and set up a VPN and payment apps (Alipay/WeChat Pay) before arrival.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

Flights

Destination: PVG

Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Guangzhou; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

Visa

Foreign business visitors to China normally need a visa. The M (business) visa covers attending trade fairs, meetings, factory visits, contract signing and market research, and generally requires an invitation letter from a Chinese host company or organisation in addition to the online application form and passport.

Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

Fees and processing times vary by nationality and consulate, so apply several weeks before travel. Standard documents include the online application form and confirmation page and a passport valid for at least six months with two or more blank visa pages.

Official

Transport

Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: PVG Airport (PVG); SHA Airport (SHA). Allow road or rail time to China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex: Haizhu / Pazhou village, 10–25 min by metro or taxi to the Canton Fair Complex: Hanting Hotel / 7 Days Inn chain branches in the Pazhou–Haizhu area, Hi Inn and other economy chains near Pazhou metro station (Line 8); Pazhou / Kecun / Chigang, 5–15 min by metro (Line 8) or taxi: Atour, JI Hotel and Holiday Inn Express-style chain branches in the Pazhou–Kecun area, Business hotels along Xingang East Road, walking distance to Areas A

Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Guangzhou; confirm local availability before travel.

Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex.

Parking: On-site parking is available at China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: July 2027

Temperature: 26–34 °C typical (overnight lows near 26 °C, afternoon highs around 32–34 °C, heat index often above 38 °C)

Seasonality: July is peak wet season in Guangzhou with roughly 200–230 mm of monthly rainfall, mostly as short heavy afternoon thunderstorms, plus a residual South China typhoon-season risk — carry rain protection and expect humidity near saturation.

Packing: July is Guangzhou's hottest and wettest month: typical daytime highs of 32–34 °C with high humidity (heat index often above 38 °C), overnight lows around 26–27 °C, and frequent short, intense thunderstorms. July also falls in the South China typhoon season, so check forecasts in the days before trav

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: Day 2 — Friday 9 July 2027

The fair runs Thursday 8 to Sunday 11 July 2027. Day 2 clears the opening-day registration queues while every hall and exhibitor team is fully staffed, and it leaves the weekend free for supplier follow-up meetings or a Foshan factory visit before departure. Opening day is the heaviest for registration and senior-staff availability; the weekend brings more general and regional walk-in traffic.

Check passport and start China M (business) visa application — Confirm your passport is valid for at least six months with blank visa pages, then begin the application at the official Chinese Visa Application Service Centre (visaforchina.cn).

Book flights to Guangzhou — Book return flights to Guangzhou with a buffer before the fair opens on 8 July 2027; the venue is the China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex.

Reserve a hotel near the venue — Book accommodation in Guangzhou within easy reach of the Pazhou Complex for the 8 to 11 July 2027 show dates.

Complete visitor registration and badge request — Register online through the CBD Fair organiser site (cbdfair-gz.com), request your badge and save the confirmation for on-site collection.

Download hall plan and exhibitor list — Shortlist the building decoration, materials and hardware zones you must cover and note stand numbers for priority suppliers.

Pre-schedule B2B meetings — Contact priority suppliers and distributors to lock in meeting times before the show floor opens.

Select conference and seminar sessions — Register for the sessions you plan to attend and block the times in your diary around buyer meetings.

Plan daily local transport to the venue — Confirm metro, taxi or shuttle options between your hotel and the China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex for the show week.

Prepare packing and materials — Pack business cards, product specifications, meeting documents and comfortable show-floor shoes for four full show days.

Arrival and badge collection at the venue — On Day 1 allow extra time at the Pazhou Complex for registration, badge collection and security screening before your first meeting.

Side trips

Foshan (Lingnan Tiandi / Zumiao)

Ceramics, sanitaryware, lighting and building-material manufacturing heartland; useful for factory visits and showroom sourcing after the fair.

Shenzhen (Futian / Nanshan)

Design, electronics and smart-home supply base with brand showrooms and Greater Bay Area partner offices.

Networking spots

Buyer negotiation and B2B matchmaking zones, Canton Fair Complex

Organiser-run matchmaking and buyer lounges concentrate serious trade visitors and allow scheduled supplier meetings away from the aisles.

Area A–B concourse and VIP/hosted-buyer lounges

Registration desks, hosted-buyer programmes and organiser registration points are here — the practical place to meet association delegations and group buyers.

Pazhou hotel lounges (e.g. Pazhou district hotels adjacent to the complex)

Ten-minute walk from the halls; standard venue for evening drinks and longer technical discussions with suppliers after show hours.

Budget

Costs & budget

Cost reference

Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

visa_fee

visitor · standard

USD 60–185 / per person

estimate

hotel_night

visitor · budget

USD 35–60 / per night

estimate

hotel_night

visitor · mid-range

USD 65–110 / per night

estimate

hotel_night

visitor · premium

USD 140–260 / per night

estimate

Item	For	Tier	Estimated range	Status
visa_fee	visitor	standard	USD 60–185 / per person	estimate
hotel_night	visitor	budget	USD 35–60 / per night	estimate
hotel_night	visitor	mid-range	USD 65–110 / per night	estimate
hotel_night	visitor	premium	USD 140–260 / per night	estimate

Decision

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

QUESTION 1 OF 6

What is your primary role?

Decision matrix

Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

visit

You are sourcing or benchmarking Chinese suppliers and want first-hand pricing, MOQ and certification information before committing to a supply or distribution agreement.

Best for

Distributors, specifiers, contractors and interior/architectural buyers comparing door & window, building-material, kitchen & bath, custom-home and smart-home suppliers in one venue.

Min. budget

$550.00

Timeline

4–8 weeks: register for a trade badge, book Pazhou-area hotel and flights early (July is peak season), and apply for a China M visa if required.

Risks

Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

July heat, humidity and typhoon-season storms can disrupt flights and site visits; build slack into the arrival day.

English fluency at stands is uneven — bring a Mandarin/Cantonese speaker or a translation app.

exhibit

You have a China-ready product and an in-market partner or agent, and can sustain the cost across two to three editions before judging return on investment.

Best for

Manufacturers, brands and distributors selling into Chinese and export building-decoration markets — door & window, kitchen & bath, custom home, smart home, materials.

Min. budget

$2,750.00

Timeline

6–9 months: contract stand space, appoint a China-based agent or contractor, prepare Chinese-language collateral, and arrange sample shipping and customs.

Risks

Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

Stand/space pricing and shell-scheme inclusions are not published in the listing — confirm rates and inclusions directly with the organiser.

Requires local agency support, sample logistics and bilingual staffing to convert enquiries into orders.

skip

Your product/geography mix does not overlap Chinese supply chains or Greater Bay Area buyers, and the market can be covered through a regional partner.

Best for

Teams with no China sourcing or distribution mandate, or budgets already committed to other Greater Bay Area shows.

Timeline

Not applicable — revisit if your China sourcing or distribution strategy changes.

Risks

No major risks listed.

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Sources

References

Publishers

Date checked

Source

cbdfair-gz.com/en

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