Best Gift & Decoration Trade Shows for Preserved Flowers in Q4 2025
- Annie Zhang
- Oct 1
- 4 min read
When you’re in the preserved flower business, the last quarter of the year isn’t just busy—it’s decisive. From holiday orders to preparing for the next gifting season, this is the window when global buyers gather at trade shows to source, negotiate, and set trends. Preserved flowers sit at the crossroad of giftware, home décor, and floral supply chains. The exhibitions happening between October 1 and December 31, 2025 bring together exactly those buyers: chain supermarkets, gift retailers, high-end lifestyle stores, and floral wholesalers.
Whether your goal is to expand into Europe, penetrate the U.S. resort gift channel, or tap into the Middle East gifting boom, Q4 2025 offers targeted opportunities. Each show listed below has been verified for official dates, buyer focus, and category relevance—so you don’t waste time chasing the wrong crowd.
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👉 If you’re planning ahead for your purchasing calendar, reach out to us at sales@sweetie-group.com. I’d be glad to share which shows align best with your category.
Region | Show Name & Dates | Why It Matters for Preserved Flowers |
Asia | Canton Fair Phase 2 (Oct 23–27, Guangzhou) | Largest global B2B trade fair, gifts & décor focus |
Asia | Hong Kong MEGA SHOW (Oct 20–29) | International buyers, strong in seasonal décor & lifestyle gifts |
Europe | IFTF & Trade Fair Aalsmeer (Nov 4–6, Netherlands) | Core European floral trade hub, direct access to floral wholesalers |
USA | IFPA Global Produce & Floral (Oct 16–18, Anaheim) | U.S. floral retail and supermarkets |
Middle East | Gifts & Lifestyle Middle East (Nov 11–13, Dubai) | Gulf region’s leading B2B gifting platform |
Asia: The October “Super Week” in South China & Hong Kong
October is the busiest sourcing season in Asia, with Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong hosting back-to-back fairs:
Canton Fair Phase 2 (Oct 23–27, Guangzhou):
The world’s largest B2B trade platform. Phase 2 covers gifts, seasonal items, ceramics, glassware, and home décor—a perfect fit for preserved roses and decorative flower boxes. Sweetie-Gifts will be exhibiting here, and I warmly welcome you to stop by our booth to see new collections firsthand.
Jinhan Fair (Oct 21–27, Guangzhou):
Runs parallel with Canton Fair but focused solely on home & gift exports. The visitor overlap makes it a high-efficiency stop.
Shenzhen Gifts & Home Fair (Oct 20–23, Shenzhen):
A strong South China hub for lifestyle and corporate gifting, ideal for preserved flower gift sets.
Hong Kong MEGA SHOW Part 1 & 2 (Oct 20–29, HKCEC):
The must-attend hub for global gift sourcing. Part 1 leans into Christmas, seasonal décor, and lifestyle gifting, while Part 2 expands into stationery and travel retail.
Global Sources Lifestyle Show (Oct 18–21, Hong Kong, AsiaWorld-Expo):
Strong on lifestyle, premiums, and corporate gifts. Works well in combination with MEGA SHOW.
💡 Pro tip: Many overseas buyers plan “one trip, five shows” in South China/Hong Kong. If you’re looking to catch global supermarket and gift retail buyers in a single run, this is the week to circle in red.
Europe: The Netherlands’ Floriculture Golden Week
IFTF (Nov 4–6, Vijfhuizen):
One of the world’s largest professional flower trade shows. Preserved flowers can connect with wholesalers, importers, and international floral brands here.
Trade Fair Aalsmeer (Nov 4–6, Aalsmeer):
Organized by Royal FloraHolland, it runs the same week as IFTF. This “double show” week is a magnet for floral buyers across Europe.
Together, these two Dutch shows form Europe’s floral supply chain epicenter, and preserved flowers are increasingly recognized as a natural complement to fresh cut flowers in retail assortments.
👉 If you’re curious about how preserved flowers are positioned next to fresh cut flowers at these European fairs, email me at sales@sweetie-group.com and I’ll share insights from my past visits.
United States: Holiday Retail & Resort Gift Focus
IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show (Oct 16–18, Anaheim, CA):
The U.S. floral retail community gathers here—supermarkets, grocery chains, and floral category managers. It’s the best place to pitch preserved flowers as long-lasting floral gifts.
IGES & Smoky Mountain Gift Show (Nov 4–8, Tennessee):
Known for souvenir and resort retail. Preserved flowers in domes, jewelry boxes, and keepsake gifts resonate well with this channel.
Grand Strand Gift Show (Dec 7–10, Myrtle Beach, SC): A must for coastal and resort buyers in the U.S.
AmericasMart Atlanta – Fall Cash & Carry (Nov 10–12):
One of America’s largest permanent gift marts, with a focus on ready-to-ship goods before the holiday rush.
These shows connect preserved flower suppliers to tourism-driven retail and chain gift shops—segments that consistently seek products with high perceived value but easy logistics.
Middle East: High-Value Gifting Markets
Gifts & Lifestyle Middle East (Nov 11–13, Dubai):
Co-located with Paperworld Middle East, this show is the strongest B2B gifting hub in the Gulf. Preserved flowers are highly relevant for festive gifting and luxury lifestyle décor.
Saudi Arabia Homelife Expo (Dec 22–24, Riyadh):
Timed just before year-end, it brings together international suppliers of home and gift products, offering a test bed for preserved flowers in Saudi’s growing lifestyle market.
Final Thoughts
If preserved flowers are your category, Q4 2025 is not a quiet season—it’s your moment to connect with global buyers. From Guangzhou’s massive Canton Fair to the specialized floral cluster in the Netherlands, each of these shows serves a different buyer ecosystem.
Sweetie-Gifts will be present at Canton Fair Phase 2 in Guangzhou (Oct 23–27). If you’ll be there too, I’d love to meet you in person and explore how preserved flowers can strengthen your gift or décor lineup.
👉 Drop me a line at sales@sweetie-group.com to schedule a meeting or request our latest catalog.
See you at the shows,
CEO of Sweetie-Group
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