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Events and trade shows

Helping you expand into new markets - here at home and abroad

At the Office of Economic Development and Competitiveness, we know nothing beats face-to-face interaction with key decision-makers. Our OEDC team within the Washington State Department of Commerce offers introductions and more, partnering with you at regional, national and international trade shows, missions, and other trade events. We know there is no substitute for the value of being in person to build trusted, interpersonal relationships.

Visit our International Trade Talks page to learn more about our FREE seminars and webinars that help local companies adapt and compete in global markets.

October to December 2026

Fruit Attraction

October 6-8, 2026
Madrid, Spain

Visit our 2026 Washington state delegation online Directory

Fruit Attraction is the meeting place for professionals in the fruit and vegetable industry.

Visit the official trade show page

For more information, contact
Karl Dahlgren

Manufacturing Suppliers Expo

October 19-20, 2026
Spokane Valley, WA

This is Washington’s premiere event for introducing both buyers and sellers to grow the state’s manufacturing supply chain.

Visit the official show page

For more information, contact
Joanna Boatwright

A Cosmic Crisp apple ripens in the midday sun.

FIRA USA

October 20-22, 2026
Yakima, Washington

FIRA USA is the premier event where agricultural robotics and agtech meet growers’ real world needs. This tailored traveling event is FREE for growers and farmworkers. This year it will be held in Yakima for the first time. Commerce is proud to serve as a growth parner and support co-organizers of this event, such as the Yakima County Development Association (YCDA), and many, many more.

Learn more and register

For more information, contact
Sarah Wilcox

Aerospace and defense trade mission

November 10-20, 2026
Starting in Warsaw, Poland

Join our aerospace and defense industry-focused trade mission to Poland. Includes programming in Warsaw and Rzeszów, the heart of Poland’s renowned Aviation Valley. It is one of Europe’s most important aerospace and defense industry cluster regions.

Visit our online directory for the aerospace and defense industry-focused trade mission to Poland.

For more information
contact Joanna Boatwright

Energy and construction trade mission to Poland

November 10-20, 2026
Warsaw, Poland

Washington and California will again collaborate by co-exhibiting at the Rebuild Ukraine trade show and will also co-host a separate trade mission to Poland for the energy and construction industries.

Visit our online directory for the energy and construction industry-focused trade mission to Poland.

For more information
contact Tammy Deets

Rebuild Ukraine trade show

November 12-13, 2026
Warsaw, Poland

Visit our 2026 Rebuild Ukraine online trade show directory

Industries include construction, infrastructure, energy, engineering design and consulting and environmental technologies.

For more information
contact Tammy Deets

International WorkBoat Show

December 2-4, 2026
New Orleans, Louisiana

Visit our 2026 Washington state delegation online directory

Explore the latest wave in technology, breakthrough solutions and essential connections that propel the commercial marine industry forward.

For more information
contact Tammy Deets

January to March 2027

Mobile World Congress

March 1-4, 2027
Barcelona, Spain

Bringing together the world’s leading connectivity ecosystem, to build customer relationships, industry partnerships, and to discover the technologies shaping industries worldwide.

Visit the official show page

For more information, contact
Julie Monahan

KIMES

March 18-21, 2027
Seoul, South Korea

The 43rd anniversary of the South Korea International Medical Equipment an

Visit the official show page

For more information, contact
Karl Dahlgren

April to June 2027

Hannover Messe

April 5–8, 2027
Hannover, Germany

Visit our 2026 AIX online directory

The premier trade fair for the world’s manufacturing industry, uniting over 3,000 global companies to showcase leading-edge solutions for competitive, sustainable and smart industrial transformation.

Visit the official trade show page

For more information, contact
Tammy Deets

Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX)

April 6–8, 2027
Hamburg, Germany

Visit our 2026 AIX online directory

The world’s leading marketplace for interiors manufacturers and the supply chain. This trade show brings the entire interiors segment of the industry together.

Visit the official trade show page

For more information, contact
Joanna Boatwright

Boeing's first passenger aircraft, the Model 40, flies in formation with the Boeing 787 Dreamliner

Paris Air Show

June 14-20, 2027
Paris, France

Visit the official show page

It is the largest event in the aerospace industry, with participants from around the world.

Visit our 2025 Paris Air Show
online directory

For more information, contact
Joanna Boatwright

Past events

SUMMER 2026

Automate

June 22-25
Chicago, IL

visit our online delegate directory

Download our Automate co-exhibitor flyer (PDF)

The largest robotics and automation conference in North America, with more than 1,000 exhibitors and 50,000 attendees from around the world.
Washington state hosts a pavilion at the show, with space for up to 10 qualifying companies.

Visit the official show page

For more information, contact
Julie Monahan

Farnborough International Airshow

July 20-24
Farnborough, UK

Visit our 2026 Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) online directory

Visit the official FIA show page

Leading innovators in aerospace and defense industries showcase advancements, engage with a global audience and create partnerships that propel businesses forward.

For more information, contact
Joanna Boatwright

Gamescom 2026

August 26-30
Cologne, Germany

Visit our 2026 Washington state delegation online directory

Europe’s leading platform for the games industry, gamescom offers unique business expansion opportunities for exhibitors.

Visit the official Gamescom show page

For more information, contact
Julie Monahan

SPRING 2026

Tokyo Game Market

May 23-24, 2026
Tokyo, Japan

Visit our 2026 TGM online directory

This twice a year event brings together table top gamers and gaming companies — including indie creators, veteran designers, and thousands of players.

Our delegation is led by the Secretary of State, Steven Hobbs, and Commerce is a trusted collaborator and partner.

Visit the official trade show page

For more information, contact
Shannon Halberstadt

Export Assistance: International Trade Talk Series

Online webinar topic:
eCommerce: Tap into the online marketplace to grow international sales

May 26, 2026,10–11:00 a.m.

Gain insights into strategies for international e-commerce, with local resources that Washington businesses can access to grow through international business opportunities.

Learn more and sign up online

Ready for takeoff: Strategies for export success

In collaboration with our partners from Washington SBDC

This is an IN-PERSON only seminar

Topic: Export logistics and payment

June 16, 2026, 1-2 p.m.

This session covers how to identify sales terms to reduce risk during shipping, secure payment methods, and managing currency considerations to ensure smooth international transactions.

Learn more and sign up online

Ready for takeoff: Strategies for export success

In collaboration with our partners from Washington SBDC

Online webinar topic:
Export marketing and meeting strategy

May 19, 2026, 1-2 p.m.

Learn how to craft your international value proposition, increase visibility, and make meaningful connections with buyers and partners, with special emphasis on marketing materials, international trade shows and virtual matchmaking meetings.

Learn more and sign up online

Export Assistance: International Trade Talk Series

Online webinar topic:
Why is the Harmonized Tariff Schedule important for importers and exporters?

May 12, 2026, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

This program will help you begin to understand how to use the Harmonized Tariff System for imports and the Schedule B listing and GRI-General Rules of Interpretation for exports.

Learn more and sign up online

Export Assistance: International Trade Talk Series

Online webinar topic:
Doing Business with Canada and Mexico: How USMCA Benefits Businesses

May 5, 2026, 10-11:30 a.m.

This program will help you gain a better understanding of The United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA), its scope and what it means for your business.

Learn more and sign up online

Select USA Summit

May 3-6, 2026
Washington, DC

Visit the official show page

This event is a one-stop shop for companies considering expansion to the United States, so EDOs can meet directly with global companies to facilitate business investment.

For more information, contact
Ariane Ogier

Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX)

April 14-16, 2026
Hamburg, Germany

Visit our 2026 AIX online directory

The world’s leading marketplace for interiors manufacturers and the supply chain. This trade show brings the entire interiors segment of the industry together.

Visit the official trade show page

For more information, contact
Joanna Boatwright

Ready for takeoff: Strategies for export success

In collaboration with our partners from
Washington SBDC

Online webinar topic
Export planning and compliance

April 21, 2026 1-2 p.m.

This session is led by the SBDC and attendees will lear how to build a strong export foundation by exploring market opportunities, entry strategies, global pricing considerations, and regulatory requirements.

Learn more and sign up online

WINTER 2026

Aerospace & Defense Supplier Summit (ADSS)

March 18-19, 2026
Seattle, WA

Visit our 2026 ADSS online directory

ADSS is a business-to-business supply chain event bringing together aerospace and defense primes, tier suppliers and contract-manufacturers. This event draws delegations from around the globe, offering an opportunity to expand your international trade business without the expense of international travel.

Visit the official trade show page

For more information, contact
Shannon McCarty

Japan Seattle AI Innovators Meetup

January 27 and 28, 2026

4:00-5:00 p.m., both days
Virtual

Ten Washington state startups pitch to Japanese investors and corporations that are interested in acquiring innovative technologies.

For more information, contact
Julie Monahan

PNAA ADVANCE 2026

February 9-11, 2026
Lynnwood, WA

Visit the official 2026 show page

PNAA ADVANCE unites to strengthen and grow the Pacific Northwest aerospace cluster. It’s a gathering place for leaders, innovators and experts from across the supply chain to share knowledge, build partnerships and create a stronger, more resilient aerospace future.

For more information, contact
Shannon McCarty

Tariff Strategies: A practical guide for businesses in 2026

March 11, 2026
Virtual/webinar
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Commerce continues its 2026 International Trade Talk series in partnership with the Export Finance Assistance Center of Washington and welcomes the Foster School of Business and Impact Washington. Our speakers include Shi Chen, PhD and Anibeth Ruiz, both regarded experts on supply chain management. Attendees will learn actionable steps to strengthen SCM protocols.

To learn more, visit our Tariff Information page.