CIFF Shanghai 2026 is one of the largest international furniture exhibitions in China, taking place in Shanghai on September 5–8, 2026.
Since 1998, CIFF (China International Furniture Fair) has annually brought together furniture manufacturers, interior brands, suppliers of materials and components, designers, buyers, and furniture industry professionals from around the world.
The exhibition covers the entire furniture industry supply chain, including home and public space furniture, materials, components, textiles, machinery, and intelligent manufacturing technologies.
The main theme of CIFF Shanghai 2026 is “Design · Digital Intelligence · Sustainability.” The exhibition focuses on the development of contemporary furniture design, the digital transformation of the furniture industry, and the international expansion of Chinese furniture brands.
In 2026, special attention will be given to strengthening the export capabilities of Chinese manufacturers. The organizers are developing a comprehensive support system for the international promotion of furniture brands, including business meetings, overseas buyer programs, international presentations, and dedicated export-oriented exhibition sectors.

Special Projects
CIFF Shanghai 2026 includes several specialized industry projects that together form a unified professional ecosystem for the furniture industry:
- CIFF Shanghai Offices & Public Spaces Exhibition — office and commercial furniture
- CIFF Shanghai Urban Outdoor Furniture Exhibition — outdoor furniture and outdoor living solutions
- CIFF Shanghai Home Textiles & Accessories Lifestyle Exhibition — home textiles and lifestyle products
- CIFF Shanghai WMF & Upholstery Tech — furniture manufacturing machinery and technologies
- CIFF Shanghai Design Eden — a special project dedicated to contemporary interior design, designer brands, and new consumer lifestyle concepts
Business Program
CIFF Shanghai features:
- CIFF Shanghai Design Night
- Golden Creation Awards Ceremony
- thematic forums on design and the furniture industry
- business matchmaking sessions and negotiations between manufacturers and buyers
- cross-border e-commerce events
- presentations of new collections and design solutions
- special events focused on artificial intelligence and furniture brand development
- Design Eden programs and thematic design projects
Source of information and photos: CIFF SHANGHAI