Canton Fair · Guangzhou
2026 Autumn Canton Fair (140th)
Phase 2: Oct 23-27 · Phase 3: Oct 31-Nov 4, 2026
China Import and Export Fair Complex, Pazhou
A practical guide for overseas buyers at the 140th Canton Fair in Guangzhou: dates, badges, getting to Pazhou, hotels, food, payments and factory visits. Where something is not confirmed, we say so.
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1The 140th Canton Fair at a glance: Phase 2, Phase 3 and the gap daysPhase 2 (Oct 23-27) and Phase 3 (Oct 31-Nov 4): which products are in which Area, opening hours, and what is still not confirmed.14 min read · checked 2026-10-222Badge, entry and securityHow to get the free overseas buyer badge, where to collect it, companion badges for assistants and interpreters, and what the entry gates check.16 min read · checked 2026-10-223Getting there: airport, rail, Hong Kong and the last mile to PazhouGetting to Pazhou from Baiyun Airport, Guangzhou South, Hong Kong and Shenzhen, which metro exit to use for each Area, and taxi and DiDi tips.17 min read · checked 2026-10-224Around the complex: moving between halls, crowds and day planningHow the four Areas connect, when the crowds peak, where to rest and eat, and how to plan a day at the complex.13 min read · checked 2026-10-225Where to stay: areas, prices, rules and booking tacticsWhich neighbourhoods to stay in, what hotels charged during the fair, hotel shuttles, police registration and how to book.15 min read · checked 2026-10-226Food at the fair: halal, vegetarian and South Asian optionsFood courts in each Area, halal-marked outlets, vegetarian and South Asian options nearby, and the rule on delivered food.13 min read · checked 2026-10-227Money, phone, apps, visa and entryPaying with foreign cards and wallet apps, cash and exchange, SIM and eSIM, useful apps, and visa and entry checks.12 min read · checked 2026-10-228On-site services, interpreters and assistantsOn-site services at the fair, hiring an interpreter or assistant, the companion badge, and the touts to ignore.13 min read · checked 2026-10-229Sourcing at and after the fair, samples and shipping, scams and red flagsShortlisting suppliers, following up after the fair, samples and shipping, and the red flags of common scams.16 min read · checked 2026-10-2210Factory visits by cluster and Guangzhou wholesale marketsFactory clusters you can reach from Guangzhou, how to arrange a visit, and the main wholesale markets.15 min read · checked 2026-10-2211Gap days (Oct 28-30) and after the fairWhat to do on Oct 28-30 while the halls are closed, day trips from Pazhou, and onward travel after the fair.13 min read · checked 2026-10-2212Ready-to-use itineraries for Phase 2 and Phase 3Ready-made day-by-day plans for Phase 2 and Phase 3 buyers, including the gap days.12 min read · checked 2026-10-2213What the maps, signs and portal screenshots showGates, metro exits and signs by Area, halal-marked outlets and hotel shuttles, as shown on maps and screenshots shared online.13 min read · checked 2026-10-22
Private trips around the fair
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Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai in 14 Days: Three Cities of Chinese Culture
Max sleep
400m
Gentle day
≤6k steps
Longest drive
~7–8 h
From, per person
S$2,345¥12,245
Based on 6 guests · twin share
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Guangzhou One-Day City Tour: Xiguan Old Lanes, Shamian Island, Canton Tower & Pearl River Night Cruise
Max sleep
20m
Gentle day
≤5.5k steps
Longest drive
~30 min
From, per person
S$124¥646
Based on 6 guests · twin share
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Canton Fair Services: Guangzhou, Shunde & Foshan: Old Xiguan, Pearl River Nights and Lingnan Food
Max sleep
20m
Gentle day
≤4.5k steps
Longest drive
~1 h
From, per person
S$696¥3,634
Based on 6 guests · twin share
3D2N#GZ3
Canton Fair Services: Guangzhou & Foshan in 3 Days: Xiguan Old Town, Pearl River Night Cruise, Shunde Garden & Foshan Lion Dance
Max sleep
20m
Gentle day
≤5k steps
Longest drive
~1 h
From, per person
S$415¥2,164
Based on 6 guests · twin share
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Chongqing 5 Days: Hongyadong, Yangtze Cable Car, Pandas & Wulong Karst
Max sleep
250m
Gentle day
≤5.5k steps
Longest drive
~2 h
From, per person
S$467¥2,436
Based on 6 guests · twin share
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Guangzhou Canton Fair Factory Visit Day: Foshan, Dongguan & Jiangmen
Max sleep
20m
Gentle day
≤2.8k steps
Longest drive
~1.5 h
Price
On request
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Canton Fair · Guangzhou
2026 Autumn Canton Fair (140th)
Phase 2: Oct 23-27 · Phase 3: Oct 31-Nov 4, 2026 · China Import and Export Fair Complex, Pazhou
· The 140th Canton Fair at a glance: Phase 2, Phase 3 and the gap days· Badge, entry and security· Getting there: airport, rail, Hong Kong and the last mile to Pazhou· Around the complex: moving between halls, crowds and day planning· Where to stay: areas, prices, rules and booking tactics· Food at the fair: halal, vegetarian and South Asian options· Money, phone, apps, visa and entry· On-site services, interpreters and assistants· Sourcing at and after the fair, samples and shipping, scams and red flags· Factory visits by cluster and Guangzhou wholesale markets· Gap days (Oct 28-30) and after the fair· Ready-to-use itineraries for Phase 2 and Phase 3· What the maps, signs and portal screenshots show
This guide is written by Uncle Panda Travel, a licensed China travel agency. We are not the fair organiser. Rules, hours and prices can change: check the official fair channels before you travel.