AIFF 2026, the Australian International Furniture Fair, returns to Melbourne, Australia from 15 July 2026 to 17 July 2026, bringing the trade fair community together. Think of it as the sector's trading floor — a concentrated space where supply meets demand and orders get written. Held every year, each edition stays fresh and timely. At an expected 10000 attendees, the sheer density of the right people is part of the appeal. This year's edition calls Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre home.

Part of what makes AIFF 2026 worth the trip is Melbourne itself — a city that knows how to put on an event and give visitors something to remember. Reaching Melbourne is straightforward, with strong international connections and local transport that make getting to the venue easy. Book ahead and you will have your pick of Melbourne's hotels, from the practical to the memorable. Evenings in Melbourne are easy to fill, whether that means a memorable meal, a gallery or simply a wander through the streets. Coming from further afield, you will find Melbourne a convenient entry point to Australia and the wider region.

Across the halls, Furniture, Furniture Production, Furniture Industry and Home & Interior are well represented, from established suppliers to new names entering the sector. It rewards the prepared: come with a plan and you can line up a season's worth of suppliers in an afternoon. With 200+ exhibitors in attendance, the hardest part is deciding which stands to visit first.

It is the kind of fair where a single meeting can open a new market. Whether your goal is sourcing, sales or building partnerships, AIFF 2026 brings wholesalers, retailers and the suppliers who serve them together in one place.

Planning the trip: see the Australia guide for airport connections, local transport and accommodation advice.