Fragrance Events Calendar 2026

A curated calendar of perfume festivals, trade shows, and industry gatherings happening around the world in 2026.

Last updated: May 2026
February
Fragrance Festival Malaysia
Open to Public
Dates5–8 February LocationKuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Southeast Asia’s niche and artisan perfume festival, showcasing independent brands from across the region and beyond.
Scents Festival
Open to Public
Dates10 & 23 February LocationOnline
A virtual fragrance festival spread over two days, connecting perfume lovers and independent creators worldwide.
March
Enhala
Open to Public
Dates6–8 March LocationBucharest, Romania
Eastern Europe’s growing niche perfume expo, bringing together independent and artisan fragrance houses.
Scent and Soul
Open to Public
Dates21 March LocationKarkkila, Finland
An intimate, one-day fragrance gathering in the Finnish countryside.
Fumed Expo
Open to Public
Dates28–29 March LocationChicago, USA
A fragrance expo in the American Midwest, celebrating niche and independent perfumery.
April
Notes Shanghai
Public & Pro
Dates1–5 April LocationShanghai, China
Asia’s premier niche perfume show, bridging Eastern and Western fragrance culture with exhibitors from around the globe.
Paris Perfume Week
Public & Pro
Dates6–11 April LocationParis, France
A week-long celebration of perfumery in the world’s fragrance capital, featuring exhibitions, masterclasses, and brand showcases.
May
Art Scent Spain
Open to Public
Dates6–7 May LocationMadrid, Spain
A niche perfumery expo bringing artisan and independent fragrance brands to Spain.
Art Niche Expo
Open to Public
Dates8–10 May LocationTimișoara, Romania
Romania’s second niche perfume expo of the year, focused on artistic and independent fragrance brands.
Arts and Olfaction Awards
Open to Public
DatesMay — date TBC
Annual awards ceremony recognising excellence in artisan, independent, and experimental perfumery from around the world.
Barnes Fragrance Fair
Open to Public
Dates16 May LocationLondon, United Kingdom
A one-day indie fragrance fair in London, with a curated selection of independent perfumers and small-batch brands.
SIMPPAR
Professionals Only
Dates26–27 May LocationGrasse, France
A trade show dedicated to perfumery raw materials, held in the historic heart of French perfume production. An essential stop for formulators and suppliers.
June
Esxence
Public & Pro
Dates3–6 June LocationMilan, Italy
The world’s largest artistic perfumery event. A must-attend for anyone serious about niche fragrance, featuring hundreds of exhibitors from over 30 countries.
World Perfumery Congress
Professionals Only
Dates23–26 June LocationMonterey, California, USA
The US biggest fragrance materials tradeshow.
ScentFest SF
Open to Public
Dates26–28 June LocationSan Francisco, California, USA
San Francisco’s first international fragrance experience.
August
FRAGCON
Open to Public
Dates14–16 August LocationHouston, Texas, USA
FRAGCON is a global event celebrating fragrance, bringing together creators, brands, and scent enthusiasts.
September
Pitti Fragranze
Public & Pro
Dates11–13 September LocationFlorence, Italy
One of the most prestigious niche perfume fairs in the world, held in the stunning Stazione Leopolda. A key event for discovering new brands and trends.
TFWA World Exhibition
Professionals Only
Dates27 September – 1 October LocationCannes, France
The global travel retail trade show. A major stage for mainstream and luxury fragrance brands targeting duty-free and airport channels.
October
Emirates Perfumes & Oud Exhibition
Public & Pro
Dates9–18 OctoberLocationDubai, UAE
The UAE and the region’s most premier event dedicated to perfumery, oud, oud oil, hair-body mist, scented candles and diffusers.
Notes Shanghai
Public & Pro
Dates14–17 OctoberLocationShanghai, China
Asia’s premier niche perfume show, bridging Eastern and Western fragrance culture with exhibitors from around the globe.
EBS Mexico
Public & Pro
Dates24–26 October LocationMexico City, Mexico
A beauty and fragrance expo serving the growing Latin American market, featuring both established and emerging brands.
Beautyworld Middle East
Public & Pro
DatesOctober — date TBC LocationDubai, UAE
The Middle East’s largest beauty and fragrance trade fair, reflecting the region’s deep perfume culture and fast-growing market.
Paris Chinese Perfume Week
Public & Pro
DatesOctober — date TBC LocationParis, France
A dedicated event bridging Chinese and European perfumery, spotlighting Chinese fragrance brands and cultural exchange.
November
ScentXplore
Public & Pro
Dates5–7 NovemberLocationNew York, USA
The world’s pioneering HYBRID International Niche Fragrance Convention.
CosmoProf Asia
Professionals Only
Dates11–13 November LocationHong Kong, China
The Asian edition of the global beauty trade show, connecting fragrance and cosmetics professionals across the Asia-Pacific region.
MxScent
Open to Public
DatesNovember — date TBC LocationMexico City, Mexico
A niche fragrance expo in Mexico, celebrating the country’s emerging artisan perfume scene.
Polaris Expo
Open to Public
DatesNovember — date TBC LocationStockholm, Sweden
A Scandinavian niche perfume expo. Note: this year in Stockholm instead of its usual location.
CosmoProf Worldwide
Professionals Only
Dates26–28 November LocationBologna, Italy
One of the world’s largest beauty trade shows, with a significant fragrance and raw materials section. A key B2B event for the industry.
December
Paris Middle East Perfume Week
Public & Pro
DatesDecember — date TBC LocationParis, France
A showcase of Middle Eastern perfumery in Paris, highlighting the rich oud, incense, and bakhoor traditions alongside contemporary creations.
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