Name: China International Tourism, Leisure and Entertainment Industry Expo 2026
Start: 2026-10-21
End: 2026-10-23
Location: Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center

Event overview

Overview

The China (Zhengzhou) Tourism Leisure and Entertainment Industry Expo 2026 will take place from October 21 to 23 at the Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center.

This event is expected to host over 500 exhibitors and attract around 50,000 professional buyers, making it a significant gathering in the tourism and leisure sector.

TL;DR

1Event dates: October 21-23, 2026
2Location: Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center
3Expected exhibitors: Over 500
4Expected visitors: Around 50,000
5Part of the 44th CAAPA Attractions Expo

Why visit

Attendees will benefit from networking opportunities with industry leaders, access to the latest innovations, and insights into market trends.

Why exhibit

Exhibitors will gain visibility among a targeted audience of professional buyers, enhance their brand presence, and establish valuable connections within the industry. This event offers a unique opportunity to showcase products and services to a large audience. Expected exhibitors: Over 500. This expo serves as a crucial platform for industry professionals to network, discover new trends, and explore innovative solutions in the tourism and leisure sectors.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Tourism professionals and operators

Leisure and entertainment industry stakeholders

Investors in tourism and leisure projects

Government representatives from tourism departments

Media and press covering the tourism sector

Suppliers of amusement and entertainment equipment

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Manufacturers of amusement park equipment

Providers of leisure and entertainment services

Tourism agencies and operators

Technology firms specializing in entertainment solutions

Consultants in tourism development

Designers of themed attractions

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Amusement park rides and attractions

Leisure and entertainment technology

Tourism services and solutions

Cultural tourism products

Event management services

Food and beverage services for tourism

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center

Zhengzhou, China

Attend

Entry & tickets

Who runs the show

Organisers

China Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (CAAPA)

Email Call Website

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Last edition

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reported

Exhibitors: 600

Visitor countries: 40

This edition

2026

Exhibitors: 600

Next edition

Not announced yet

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

Prior-edition figures sourced from post-show reporting for 2025; confirm against organiser press release when available. The China (Zhengzhou) Tourism Leisure and Entertainment Industry Expo 2026 will take place from October 21 to 23 at the Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center. This event is expected to host over 500 exhibitors and attract around 50,000 professional buyers, making it a significant gathering in the tourism and leisure sector. This expo serves as a.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors typically include Tourism professionals and operators, Leisure and entertainment industry stakeholders, Investors in tourism and leisure projects, Government representatives from tourism departments. Event dates: October 21-23, 2026. Location: Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center. Expected exhibitors: Over 500. Expected visitors: Around 50,000. China International Tourism, Leisure and Entertainment Industry Expo 2026 attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Intelligence

Market context

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

Zhengzhou, Henan Province — Central China (Central Plains / Zhongyuan economic zone), a national transport hub on the Beijing–Guangzhou high-speed rail corridor.

Why it matters

China is the world's largest market for amusement parks, family entertainment centres and water parks, and CAAPA is the country's principal industry association, giving this expo direct access to operators, ride manufacturers and park developers. Holding the show in Zhengzhou positions it to serve the fast-growing central-China provinces (Henan, Hubei, Shaanxi, Shanxi, Anhui), where new indoor FECs, water parks and resort leisure projects are being built, and where international suppliers can meet regional buyers without travelling to Shanghai or Guangzhou.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Digital buyer journeys

Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.

Sustainability in procurement

Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.

Automation and labour efficiency

Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.

Regional supply-chain resilience

Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.

Hybrid engagement models

Live demonstrations remain decisive, but follow-up webinars, digital catalogues, and year-round supplier portals extend the commercial window after the show.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · CNY

Arrival airports

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

CGO

Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport

Primary international gateway for Zhengzhou. Airport Express/intercity rail connects to Zhengzhou East Railway Station in about 25 minutes, from where Metro Line 1 or a short taxi ride reaches the exhibition centre.

≈35 km south-east of the venue

to venue

40–60 min by car/taxi (30–45 min off-peak)

by car

LYA

Luoyang Beijiao Airport

Small domestic-network airport; useful as a secondary option for itineraries combining Luoyang with the show.

≈130 km west of Zhengzhou

to venue

≈2 h by road; or ~35 min high-speed rail (Luoyang Longmen → Zhengzhou East) plus 15–20 min taxi

by car

WUH

Wuhan Tianhe International Airport

Regional long-haul alternative on the Beijing–Guangzhou high-speed corridor; convenient if Zhengzhou flights are full.

≈500 km south

to venue

3.5–4 h by high-speed rail to Zhengzhou East, then 15–20 min taxi

by car

Hotel tiers

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

Budget

Zhengdong New District / around Zhengzhou East Railway Station, 10–25 min from the venue

Mid-range

Zhengdong New District (CBD) and Jinshui Road corridor, 10–20 min from the venue

Premium

Zhengdong New District / CBD, closest cluster to the convention centre

Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

Airport rail + taxi

Estimated costCNY 12–20 rail + CNY 15–25 taxi

Best forCGO → Zhengzhou East Railway Station (Airport Express/intercity) → venue

Rail sector takes about 25 min; total door-to-door roughly 60–75 min.

Metro

Estimated costCNY 2–5 per journey

Best forZhengzhou East Railway Station → Huizhan Zhongxin (exhibition centre) station, Line 1

Line 1 directly serves the Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center; trains run frequently through the day.

Taxi

Estimated costCNY 20–30

Best forZhengzhou East Railway Station → venue

15–20 min off-peak; the station is the main HSR arrival point for domestic and regional travellers.

Ride-hailing (DiDi)

Estimated costCNY 15–40 typical in-city trip

Best forCity-wide, hotel → venue

DiDi works with international cards or WeChat Pay/Alipay; screenshot or type the Chinese destination name to avoid confusion.

Self-drive / parking

Estimated costCNY 10–30 per day (typical, estimate)

Best forVenue car park, Zhengdong New District

Confirm current rates on arrival; expect congestion and full car parks during peak show hours.

taxi

Estimated costCNY 120–250 taxi or Didi ride to the venue district

Best forZhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO) to Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center

taxi

Estimated costCNY 120–250 taxi or Didi ride to the venue district

Best forLuoyang Beijiao Airport (LYA) to Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center

taxi

Estimated costCNY 120–250 taxi or Didi ride to the venue district

Best forWuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) to Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa required

ATA Carnet: accepted

Type	Who needs it	Fee	Processing
M visa (business)	Visitors attending the expo for business purposes from countries without visa-free access	$140.00	4–7 working days standard; 3-day express available at extra cost
Visa-free entry (unilateral 30-day scheme)	Passport holders from designated countries (most of the EU, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Brazil and others) travelling for business, tourism or family visits up to 30 days	—	None — no application required
240-hour (10-day) transit visa-free	Citizens of 55 countries transiting China to a third country and entering through an approved port such as Zhengzhou Xinzheng (CGO)	—	None — assessed on arrival

China's visa-free and transit policies change frequently — treat the above as planning guidance and verify on the official visa portal or your nearest Chinese embassy before travel.

China accepts ATA carnets for the temporary admission of exhibition goods; CCPIT is the issuing and guaranteeing body. Confirm arrangements with the organiser and your local chamber well before shipping exhibits.

Official visa page

Weather

October is Zhengzhou's mild, comfortable autumn: daytime highs typically 19–23°C with overnight lows of 9–13°C. Expect roughly 40 mm of rain spread over 6–8 days — mostly light showers — so pack layers for cool evenings and a compact umbrella.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

Zhengzhou has strong 5G/4G coverage and reliable hotel Wi-Fi. Buy a China Mobile/Unicom/Telecom tourist SIM or eSIM at Zhengzhou Xinzheng arrivals, or set up roaming before departure. Note that Google, WhatsApp, Instagram and many Western services are blocked in mainland China — install and test any VPN before you travel. WeChat is the default channel for messaging and payments with Chinese contacts.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

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

Tipping and payments

Tipping is not customary in China and service charges are rare. Mobile payment (WeChat Pay / Alipay) dominates — set these up with an international card before arrival and keep a small amount of CNY cash for small vendors.

Business etiquette

Exchange business cards with both hands, address counterparts by surname plus title, and expect punctual meeting starts. English is limited outside international hotels, so arrange an interpreter or a reliable translation app for supplier meetings.

Show-floor conduct

Bring plenty of business cards and a Chinese-language company one-pager; booth conversations often move quickly and follow-up happens on WeChat rather than email.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

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

Flights

Destination: CGO

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

Visa

Most international visitors need a Chinese visa before travelling — the M (business) visa is the standard category for trade-fair attendance. China also operates a unilateral 30-day visa-free entry scheme covering a growing list of passports (much of the EU, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea and others) plus 240-hour transit visa-free entry at approved ports including Zhengzhou Xinzheng (CGO) for eligible nationalities holding an onward ticket to a third country. Request an invitation letter from CAAPA or your Chinese partner, apply 4–8 weeks ahead, and verify your specific passport status with your nearest Chinese embassy or the Visa Application Service Centre before booking.

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

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

Approximate consular fee; US citizens pay a flat USD 185 regardless of entries. An invitation letter from the organiser or a Chinese trade partner strengthens the application. Service-centre handling fees may apply on top. The country list is revised periodically; confirm your nationality on the Chinese MFA/embassy site shortly before booking.

Official

Transport

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

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO): 40–60 min by car/taxi (30–45 min off-peak); Luoyang Beijiao Airport (LYA): ≈2 h by road; or ~35 min high-speed rail (Luoyang Longmen → Zhengzhou East) plus 15–20 min taxi; Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH): 3.5–4 h by high-speed rail to Zhengzhou East, then 15–20 min taxi. Allow road or rail time to Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center: Zhengdong New District / around Zhengzhou East Railway Station, 10–25 min from the venue: Holiday Inn Express Zhengzhou Zhengdong, Hanting Hotel (Zhengzhou East Station area), Local business chains along Jinshui East Road; Zhengdong New District (CBD) and Jinshui Road corridor, 10–20 min from the venue: Crowne Plaza Zhengzhou, Holiday Inn Zhengzhou, Wyndham/Novotel-class business hotels in Zhengdong New District; Zhen

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

Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center.

Parking: On-site parking is available at Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: October 2026

Temperature: October typical: 19–23°C daytime highs, 9–13°C overnight lows in Zhengzhou.

Seasonality: Autumn drying trend after the summer rains — around 40 mm of rainfall spread over 6–8 days, generally as light showers, with comfortable humidity and occasional haze. Bring a light jacket for evenings and a compact umbrella.

Packing: October is Zhengzhou's mild, comfortable autumn: daytime highs typically 19–23°C with overnight lows of 9–13°C. Expect roughly 40 mm of rain spread over 6–8 days — mostly light showers — so pack layers for cool evenings and a compact umbrella.

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: Day 2 — Thursday 22 October 2026

Day 1 is dominated by registration queues, the opening ceremony and first-day crowds, while Day 3 (Friday) typically winds down with exhibitor pack-up starting in the afternoon. Day 2 gives the full show floor in full swing plus the densest run of CAAPA conference and technical sessions, making it the best single day for both sourcing and meeting senior contacts.

Verify entry requirements for China — Check visa rules for your nationality on the official Chinese embassy or consulate portal and confirm passport validity well beyond the 21-23 October 2026 show dates.

Apply for the China business visa — Submit the business visa application if required and allow several weeks for processing so the visa is issued before travel to Zhengzhou.

Book flights into Zhengzhou — Aim to arrive by 20 October 2026 to have a buffer before the 21 October opening day and allow time for airport transfer.

Reserve accommodation in Zhengzhou — Book a hotel close to the Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center for the nights of 20-23 October 2026.

Complete online visitor registration — Register through the organiser site at en.caapa.org and keep the confirmation and badge QR code for on-site collection.

Download the programme and hall plan — Save the CAAPA show programme, hall layout and exhibitor list from the organiser site to plan walking routes in advance.

Pre-schedule B2B meetings — Email target exhibitors in tourism, leisure and entertainment technology to agree meeting times before arriving at the venue.

Shortlist conference and forum sessions — Mark sessions you want to attend in the concurrent programme and block those times in your diary.

Arrange airport to hotel and venue transport — Confirm taxi, ride-hail or hotel shuttle options from Zhengzhou airport and check travel time to the venue before the first show day.

Prepare meeting materials and packing — Pack business cards, printed meeting documents, a portable charger and a printed copy of the hotel and venue address in Chinese.

Check the Zhengzhou forecast — Review the late-October forecast for Zhengzhou before departure and pack layers and comfortable shoes for full days on the show floor.

Day-1 arrival and badge collection — Arrive at the Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center before opening, collect your badge and pick up a printed floor plan.

Side trips

Shaolin Temple and Songshan, Dengfeng

Kaifeng ancient capital

Networking spots

Venue B2B and matchmaking zones

CAAPA conference and seminar rooms

Zhengdong New District hotel lounges

Budget

Costs & budget

Cost reference

Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

visa_fee

visitor · standard

USD 185 / per person (single entry)

estimate

hotel_night

visitor · mid-range

USD 55–110 / per room per night

estimate

per_diem

visitor · standard

USD 60–90 / per person per day

estimate

visa_fee

visitor · M visa (business)

USD 140 / per application

official

Item	For	Tier	Estimated range	Status
visa_fee	visitor	standard	USD 185 / per person (single entry)	estimate
hotel_night	visitor	mid-range	USD 55–110 / per room per night	estimate
per_diem	visitor	standard	USD 60–90 / per person per day	estimate
visa_fee	visitor	M visa (business)	USD 140 / per application	official

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

Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.

Best for

Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Amusement park rides and attractions solutions and benchmarking suppliers at China International Tourism, Leisure and Entertainment Industry Expo 2026 in Zhengzhou.

Min. budget

$440.00

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 Amusement park rides and attractions products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.

Min. budget

$2,200.00

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 Zhengzhou show week.

Timeline

N/A

Risks

No major risks listed.

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