Delhi-NCR woodworking and furniture production trade fair, 3-6 March 2027 at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida: machinery, materials, fittings and components.
Dates
3–6 Mar 2027
City / country
Greater Noida, India
Venue
India Expo Mart & Centre (IEML)
Time
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily
Event overview
DELHI WOOD 2027 returns to India Expo Mart & Centre in Greater Noida as the Delhi-NCR edition of the INDIAWOOD circuit, running 3-6 March 2027. The four-day trade fair covers woodworking machinery, panel processing, materials, fittings, hardware and finished wood products, with a concurrent mattress and upholstery manufacturing expo.
Buyers from furniture, kitchen, joinery, plywood and board plants meet machinery makers, component suppliers and software vendors. Free entry for trade visitors over 18, daily hours of 10:00-18:00, and an architecture-and-design conference on wood in construction make it a working sourcing week for the region's manufacturers.
TL;DR
Visit to compare woodworking and panel-processing machinery in live demonstration, source materials, fittings and hardware from Indian and international suppliers, and meet component makers for furniture, kitchen and mattress production. The co-located mattress expo and architecture conference extend the visit beyond machinery.
Exhibit to reach Delhi-NCR's furniture, kitchen, plywood and board manufacturers in one four-day window, launch machinery or materials to a trade audience that buys for factory upgrades, and meet specifiers from the architecture and design community through the co-located WAD conference.
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
India Expo Mart & Centre (IEML), Plot No. 23/25, 27/29, Knowledge Park II, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201306, India
Entrances & gates
Main visitor entrance, India Expo Mart foyer
Registration counters and badge printing are in the foyer before the hall doors.
Food options
India Expo Mart food court and cafe outlets
On-site diningParking: On-site parking is available inside the India Expo Mart complex; follow signs from Knowledge Park II and keep the parking receipt for the exit barrier. Allow extra time on the opening morning.
Gate: Trade visitors register in the entrance foyer, collect a badge and enter through the main hall doors; carry a photo ID matching the registration.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Trade visitor pass
Free entry for traders above 18 with online registration.
Ticket info
Badge collection
Register online, carry the confirmation and a photo ID, then collect the printed badge at the visitor registration desk in the entrance foyer.
Ticket notes
Entry is free for trade visitors above 18 years of age; online registration is required and visitor registration opens closer to the show.
What's on
India MattressTech & Upholstery Supplies Expo (IME) 2027
Mattress and upholstery manufacturing exhibition covering machinery, foam, fabrics, adhesives and components.
Same venue and dates as DELHI WOOD 2027.
WebsiteWood in Architecture & Design (WAD) 2027
Conference for architects, engineers and designers on mass timber, structural design, fire resistance and specification.
Runs alongside the exhibition; check the conference programme for access terms.
WebsiteHow the last edition performed
Last edition
2023
Visitors: 25,935
Exhibitors: 497
Floor area: 28,000 sqm
Edition #: 7
Exhibitor countries: 30
Visitor countries: 53
This edition
2027
Visitors: 30,000
Exhibitors: 600
Floor area: 50,000 sqm
Next edition
Not announced yet
Impact
The Delhi-NCR edition sits at the centre of India's furniture, kitchen and panel manufacturing belt, so a four-day window gives machinery and materials suppliers access to factory owners who plan capex in annual cycles.
Audience quality
The audience is trade-only and skewed to furniture, kitchen, plywood, board and joinery manufacturers, plus architects and interior specifiers. The 2023 listing reports visitors from 789 cities and 53 countries, which points to a national buyer base with a smaller international contingent.
Exhibitor outcomes
Best suited to machinery makers, panel and board suppliers, fittings and hardware brands, and mattress/upholstery equipment vendors that can demonstrate equipment on the floor and quote factory-scale projects. A 9 sqm shell is enough for a first test; live machinery needs 36 sqm or more.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
India is one of the world's largest furniture consumers and a fast-growing wood-processing base, with Delhi-NCR concentrating kitchen, plywood, board and joinery plants. The show connects those factories with machinery, materials and components in one sourcing window.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Factory automation and panel processing
Indian furniture and kitchen manufacturers are moving from manual joinery to CNC nesting, edge-banding and automated panel lines as labour costs rise and order sizes grow.
What it changes: Machinery builders that can show throughput, uptime and local service win upgrade budgets.
Engineered wood and surface innovation
MDF, particleboard, plywood, laminates and decorative surfaces are replacing solid timber in volume furniture, driving demand for board plants, presses and finishing lines.
What it changes: Materials and surface suppliers can meet furniture makers looking for consistent supply and new finishes.
Mass timber and wood in construction
Architects and developers are testing CLT, glulam and hybrid timber systems for commercial and residential projects, supported by fire and structural research.
What it changes: The WAD conference positions the show with specifiers who influence timber specification beyond furniture.
DELHI WOOD is the Delhi-NCR leg of the INDIAWOOD family, which also runs editions in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai. Buyers typically pair it with the co-located mattress expo and, for global machinery comparisons, LIGNA in Germany.
India MattressTech & Upholstery Supplies Expo (IME) 2027
Greater Noida, India
Same venue and dates; covers mattress and upholstery manufacturing.
websiteWood in Architecture & Design (WAD) 2027
Greater Noida, India
Architecture and design conference track; dates follow the host show.
websiteLIGNA 2027
Hanover, Germany
Dates from the established LIGNA cycle; confirm before booking travel.
websiteDelhi show week
All three run 3-6 March 2027 at India Expo Mart.
Circuit dates other than the Delhi show week are from industry calendar knowledge and should be reconfirmed.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Main international gateway; pre-paid taxi or app cab to Greater Noida.
about 55 km
to venue
60-90 min
by car
Hindon Airport
Smaller domestic airport east of Delhi; limited schedule, check connections.
about 35 km
to venue
45-70 min
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 45–70 / night
Simple business hotels within a short drive of India Expo Mart; rates rise during show week.
USD 90–140 / night
Full-service hotels with breakfast and gym; 15-25 minutes to the venue outside peak traffic.
USD 180–260 / night
Resort and five-star options for senior teams; budget extra travel time from Delhi.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
App cab / pre-paid taxi
Ola and Uber operate from the airport; use the pre-paid counter for a fixed fare.
Metro
Change from the Blue Line at Botanical Garden; the last mile is a short auto or e-rickshaw ride.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business e-Visa | Most foreign business visitors and exhibitors | — | Apply online before travel; allow at least one week |
Visa-free entry is limited to specific nationalities; most business visitors need a visa.
Confirm carnet acceptance with the organiser and freight agent before shipping exhibition goods.
Official visa pageWeather
March in Greater Noida is warm and dry: daytime highs around 30-33C, cooler evenings near 16-18C, and little rain.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Indian mobile networks are widespread; buy a local eSIM or prepaid SIM with a passport. Venue wifi is normally available for exhibitors but is not guaranteed for visitors.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Greetings and meetings
A handshake is common in business settings; exchange business cards with both hands and use titles until invited to switch to first names.
Food and dress
Vegetarian food is widely available and many restaurants are dry. Dress in smart business casual; March days are warm, so light layers work best.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: DEL - Indira Gandhi International Airport
Book 6-10 weeks ahead for March; show week lifts Greater Noida hotel rates, so bundle flights and rooms early.
Book flightsMost foreign business visitors need an Indian Business e-Visa applied for online before travel.
Estimated cost: Check the official portal; fees vary by nationality
Processing: Apply at least one week before travel
Carry a printed visa, a letter from your employer and the event invitation.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Pre-paid taxi or app cab from DEL takes 60-90 minutes; expect INR 1,800-2,600.
Hotel → venue: Most Knowledge Park and Pari Chowk hotels are 10-25 minutes by cab.
Ride-hail: Ola and Uber cover Greater Noida; book early on show mornings.
Public transit: Aqua Line metro to Knowledge Park II, then auto or e-rickshaw to the venue.
Parking: On-site parking is available inside the India Expo Mart complex; arrive early on day one.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: March
Temperature: 16-33C
Seasonality: Mostly dry with low rainfall; dusty before the monsoon.
Packing: Light cottons, a layer for air-conditioned halls, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (4 March 2027)
Day one is busy with openings and build checks; by day two machinery demonstrations are running and senior supplier staff are on the stand, while the full conference programme is under way.
Register online and book flights and hotel — Show-week rooms in Greater Noida fill early; book a refundable rate.
Build a target exhibitor list and book meetings — Prioritise machinery, materials and component suppliers by factory need.
Arrange visa, insurance and airport transfer — Print the e-Visa and carry the event invitation.
Download the floor plan and plan a walking route — Group meetings by hall to avoid crossing the venue repeatedly.
Pack badges, ID, business cards and a power bank — Check the venue travel time and leave early on day one.
Badge collection and opening coffee
Main foyer, India Expo MartMachinery and automation meetings
Exhibition hallsLunch and supplier follow-ups
Venue food courtMaterials, fittings and WAD conference session
Exhibition halls / conference areaTaj Mahal, Agra
Day Trip
About 3 hours by car from Greater Noida
Iconic Mughal architecture and a natural weekend extension after the show.
Qutub Minar and Mehrauli, Delhi
Half-Day Heritage
About 1.5 hours by car
Close to Delhi and useful for a half-day break between meetings.
India Expo Mart food court
Venue
Central meeting point between halls; good for informal introductions during lunch.
Hotel lounges on the Greater Noida Expressway
Off-site
Quieter space for supplier dinners and longer negotiations after show hours.
Delhi show week generates a concentrated pipeline; speed matters because buyers often compare several suppliers within a fortnight.
Budget
Shell scheme
INR 16000–24000 / m²
Raw space
INR 12000–18000 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
Indicative INR bands for the Delhi market; no exhibitor tariff was fetched for 2027.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
Booth
exhibitor · shell 9 sqm
USD 1600–2300 / per booth
Booth
exhibitor · raw 36 sqm
USD 5000–7700 / per booth
Hotel
both · mid
USD 90–140 / per night
Travel
both · visitor
USD 420–780 / return flight
Per diem
both · standard
USD 35–60 / per day
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booth | exhibitor | shell 9 sqm | USD 1600–2300 / per booth | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Booth | exhibitor | raw 36 sqm | USD 5000–7700 / per booth | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Hotel | both | mid | USD 90–140 / per night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Travel | both | visitor | USD 420–780 / return flight | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Per diem | both | standard | USD 35–60 / per day | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
Six quick questions to decide whether to visit, exhibit or skip DELHI WOOD 2027.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What best describes your organisation?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have an approved equipment or materials need for 2027-28.
Best for
Furniture, kitchen, plywood and board manufacturers sourcing machinery, materials or components
Min. budget
$500.00
Timeline
Book 4-8 weeks ahead
Risks
Show-week hotel rates
Large venue requires a planned route
exhibit
You want direct access to Delhi-NCR factory buyers and can staff the stand for four days.
Best for
Machinery builders, materials brands, fittings and software suppliers
Min. budget
$3,500.00
Timeline
Commit 90 days ahead for space and freight
Risks
Freight and customs lead times
Live machinery needs raw space
skip
Neither sourcing nor selling is on your 2027 agenda.
Best for
Buyers with no budget, no travel approval or only generic interest
Timeline
Reassess for the next edition
Risks
Missing competitor launches
Losing contact with the 2027 buyer cycle
Book with
India Exposition Mart Ltd (IEML)
Owns and operates India Expo Mart & Centre, the Greater Noida venue hosting the Delhi edition.
Venue operator, not a named commercial sponsor.
Air India
India's national carrier with direct and connecting services into Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Useful travel provider for inbound buyers; not named as an official show partner.
PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Delhi-headquartered industry chamber that supports trade delegations and business visitors to the NCR.
Industry body relevant to visiting buyers; not named as an official partner.
Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH)
Promotional council linked to the India Expo Mart complex and India's wood and handicraft export ecosystem.
Public export promotion body; not named as an official show partner.
Recommended providers
Apply for the business e-Visa on the government portal.
Filter for Knowledge Park II and Pari Chowk for the shortest commute.
Compare flights into DEL and bundle a Greater Noida hotel.
Get a door-to-stand quote and confirm customs brokerage.
ICICI Lombard travel insurance
Buy travel medical cover before departure.
Book guided Agra and Delhi heritage trips.
Check whether the organiser provides a scanner or use a QR form.
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