2026 FRAGRANCE EVENTS

COSMOPROF BOLOGNA

Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna is a 3-show-event with a unique trade fair concept.

The exhibition takes place on 26th – 29th of March 2026 at Bologna Fiere exhibition centre and is dedicated to all the various sectors of the beauty industry. All shows are open in the same day, facilitating the meeting between distribution, retail and professional channels.

https://www.cosmoprof.com/en/the-fair/about-us/

ESXENCE

This year Esxence will take place in Milan at MICO Convention Centre on 3rd – 6th of June 2026.

Since 2009, Esxence – the art perfumery event is the leading international event dedicated to artistic perfumery, the opportunity for both operators and enthusiasts to meet the real protagonists of a fascinating world of fragrances, where history and tradition join innovation and research.

https://esxence.com/brands-list/?lang=en

ART AND OLFACTION AWARDS

the 12th Art and Olfaction Awards takes place in Athens on June 11th 2026. The event is to be held at the stunning rooftop stage of the Gazarte Cultural Center.

Finalists announcement is yet to be released.

Once the information is available, you will be able to read more about them on the blog.

https://thegoldenpears.com/2026-events

NOTES SHANGHAI

Notes Shanghai is a premier international fragrance exhibition held twice a year in Shanghai, focusing on fine fragrance, networking, and industry trends. The 2026 Spring edition is scheduled for 2nd – 5th of April 2026, at the West Bund International Convention and Exhibition Center.

https://notesshanghai.com/channels/124.html

PARIS PERFUME WEEK

The next Paris Perfume Week, organized by Nez, takes place from 9th – 11th of April 2026, at the Palais Brongniart (the former Bourse de Paris). This three-day event features exhibitions, conferences, and workshops dedicated to olfactory culture.

Focus: Cultural, artistic, and sensory experiences focused on perfumes, featuring both niche and independent brands.

https://www.perfume-week.com/en/exhibitors/

TWFA

The Tax Free World Association World Exhibition & Conference will be held from 27th of September – 1st of October, in Cannes, France. The premier duty-free and travel retail event takes place at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès on the Boulevard de la Croisette.

https://www.tfwa.com/tfwa-world-exhibition-conference-2026