Qingdao, a vibrant coastal city, boasts several world-class exhibition centers hosting diverse events across industries. Below is a guide to major venues and their 2025 schedules, including events ideal for international attendees seeking insights into China’s market trends.
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ToggleI. Qingdao International Convention Center
Located in Laoshan District, this modern venue integrates exhibitions, conferences, and business services, with 50,000 sqm of indoor exhibition space and 80,000 sqm outdoors. It hosts events spanning consumer electronics, fisheries, fashion, and hardware.
2025 Events Already Held (Jan-Jul)
- 2025 Qingdao Spring International Auto Show (May 14-19): Featured nearly 1,000 vehicles, with over 50% dedicated to new energy models. A prime opportunity for international visitors to explore innovations in China’s auto market.
Upcoming 2025 Events
- China International Property Management Industry Expo (Jul 2-4): Focuses on smart city solutions, ideal for foreign professionals in property management or urban tech.
- Qingdao Pharmaceutical Trade Expo (Jul 9-10): Connects global pharmaceutical firms, aiding international businesses in expanding into China’s market.
- China (Qingdao) International Health Industry Expo (Jul 10-12): Showcases cutting-edge health tech across 30,000 sqm, attracting 700+ global enterprises—perfect for health industry stakeholders.
- China Qingdao Optical Expo (Jul 10-12): Highlights eyewear innovations, offering collaboration opportunities for foreign brands.
- DC Animation & Game Carnival (Jul 12-13): Features exhibits and performances, appealing to international fans of Chinese animation and gaming culture.
- Qingdao Autumn International Auto Show (Sep 11-15): Gathers 90+ global auto brands, serving as a key platform for international automakers and enthusiasts.
II. Qingdao International Expo Center
Situated in Jimo District, this 220,000-sqm venue hosts large-scale industrial shows and high-end exhibitions, with 120,000 sqm of indoor space and 60,000 sqm outdoors.
2025 Events Already Held
- Jinnuo 28th Qingdao International Machine Tool Exhibition (Jun 18 onward): A high-profile event featuring smart manufacturing and precision machining technologies, with global industry leaders and a concurrent Sino-Japan-Korea Intelligent Manufacturing Forum.
- Jinnuo Asia-Pacific International Pet Industry Expo (Apr 10-13): Covered 40,000+ sqm, attracting 1,000+ exhibitors (including Royal Canin, Pro Plan) and 80,000+ visitors. Hosted international forums and competitions like CKU Dog Shows, making it a hub for global pet industry players.
III. China Hongdao International Convention and Exhibition Center
A 145,000-sqm smart venue in Hongdao High-Tech Zone, designed by Germany’s gmp Architects. It focuses on large-scale, globally influential events.
2025 Events Already Held
- 22nd International Metal Processing Equipment Exhibition (Mar 6-9): Covered 50,000 sqm with 600+ exhibitors (e.g., Mazak, Bystronic), debuting 100+ advanced technologies.
- 2025 China Feed Industry Exhibition (Apr 18-20): The largest edition yet, with 1,000+ exhibitors, fostering global exchange in feed technology.
- 22nd China (Qingdao) International Food Processing & Packaging Machinery Expo (May 27-29): Attracted 2,500+ exhibitors and buyers from 30+ countries, showcasing smart packaging and green materials—ideal for international food tech firms.
- 2025 China (Qingdao) International Chili & Condiment Expo (May 27-29): A major platform for global condiment industry networking.
IV. CRCC Qingdao World Expo City
A 200,000-sqm complex in West Coast New Area, hosting machinery, agriculture, and health events with ocean-themed architecture.
2025 Events Already Held
- 22nd China Animal Husbandry Expo (May 19-21): Asia’s largest，with 1,500+ exhibitors from 20+ countries, driving global livestock industry collaboration.
- 2025 Qingdao International Spring Tea Expo (Jun 6-9): Featured 400+ tea brands, promoting traditional Chinese tea culture to international audiences.
- 3rd China (Qingdao) Agricultural Machinery Expo (Jun 28-30): Showcased farm machinery innovations, with products to developing countries via global organizations.
- 2025 Qingdao Medical & Health Expo (Jun 7-8): Focused on TCM and wellness, attracting international health sector professionals.
- 20th Qingdao International Water Conference & Expo (Jul 2): Highlighted green water technologies, including “Water Cube Prefabricated Water Plant”—a global model for sustainability.