🇫🇷 Recommended Business Events in France – April 2025 to April 2026

Dear members of the Chamber of Commerce France–Estonia (CCIFE),

France presents a dynamic and strategic calendar of business events across key sectors such as technology, sustainability, defense, design, retail, agriculture, and entrepreneurship. From Paris to Lyon, Rennes to Saint-Étienne, these events offer powerful opportunities to showcase your expertise, develop partnerships, track market trends, and connect with global decision-makers.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, innovator, investor, or executive, this curated selection of events will help you grow your network, promote your business, and seize new market opportunities in one of Europe’s most vibrant business ecosystems.

Paris Air Show – Le Bourget
📅 June 16–22, 2025 – Paris
The world’s top aerospace industry event.
🔗 siae.fr

Salon International de l’Agriculture
📅 February 21 – March 1, 2026 (dates to be confirmed) – Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
The largest and most iconic agricultural fair in France.
🔗 salon-agriculture.com

Equip Auto
📅 October 14–18, 2025 – Paris
Mobility innovation and vehicle maintenance solutions.
🔗 equipauto.com

Rétromobile
📅 January 28 – February 1, 2026 – Paris
Vintage car showcase for collectors and enthusiasts.
🔗 retromobile.fr

Artibat
📅 October 22–24, 2025 – Rennes
The go-to B2B trade show for construction professionals in Western Europe.
🔗 artibat.com

Paysalia
📅 December 2–4, 2025 – Lyon
National exhibition for green space and landscaping professionals.
🔗 paysalia.com

Architect@Work Paris
📅 November 5–6, 2025 – Paris
Showcase of new materials and innovations for architects and designers.
🔗 architectatwork.com

Maison&Objet
📅 September 4–8, 2025 – Paris
Home décor, interior design, and lifestyle excellence.
🔗 maison-objet.com

Paris Retail Week
📅 September 16–18, 2025 – Paris
E-commerce, digital retail, and omnichannel strategies.
🔗 nrfbigshoweurope.com

Eurosatory
📅 June 17–21, 2025 – Paris (and June 15–19, 2026)
The world’s leading event for land and air-land defense.
🔗 eurosatory.com

Biennale Internationale du Design de Saint-Étienne
📅 May 22 – July 6, 2025 – Saint-Étienne
Exploring design’s role in shaping the future.
🔗 biennale-design.com

ICFBE – Int’l Conference on Finance and Business Economics
📅 February 22–23, 2026 – Paris
Exploring business models and corporate finance trends.
🔗 conferenceindex.org

Salon du Chocolat
📅 October 29 – November 2, 2025 – Paris
Global chocolate showcase.
🔗 salon-du-chocolat.com

Salon Marjolaine
📅 November 7–11, 2025 – Paris
France’s largest organic and eco-living expo.
🔗 salon-marjolaine.com

Salon des Vins des Vignerons Indépendants
📅 March–May 2025 – Multiple cities (Lyon, Paris, Bordeaux...)
Wine fair connecting independent winemakers with buyers.
🔗 vigneron-independant.com

Learning Technologies France
📅 January 28–29, 2026 – Paris
Corporate learning, digital HR, and future workforce trends.
🔗 learningtechnologiesfrance.com

Festival du Livre de Paris
📅 April 11–13, 2025 – Grand Palais, Paris
France’s premier literary gathering.
🔗 festivaldulivredeparis.fr

Japan Expo
📅 July 3–6, 2025 – Paris
Europe’s largest event dedicated to Japanese culture and entertainment.
🔗 japan-expo-paris.com

Foire de Paris
📅 April 30 – May 11, 2025 – Paris
Lifestyle, innovation, and shopping all in one place.
🔗 foiredeparis.fr

Go Entrepreneurs
📅 April 9–10, 2025 – Paris La Défense
France’s leading event for startups and business founders.
🔗 go-entrepreneurs.com

Franchise Expo Paris
📅 March 14–16, 2026 (TBC) – Paris
Europe’s largest franchise and entrepreneurship marketplace.
🔗 franchiseparis.com

Pollutec
📅 October 7–10, 2025 – Lyon
A major European trade show focused on circular economy, clean technologies, and environmental innovation.
🔗 pollutec.com

Open Energies
📅 March 10–11, 2026 – Lyon
Smart grids, digital energy, and renewable infrastructure in the spotlight.
🔗 open-energies.com

Salon Mondial du Tourisme
📅 March 12–15, 2026 – Paris
Destinations, eco-travel, and tour operators.
🔗 salons-du-tourisme.com

Salon Destinations Nature
📅 March 12–15, 2026 – Paris
Outdoor travel, hiking, and adventure.
🔗 destinations-nature.com

VivaTech
📅 June 11–14, 2025 – Paris
Europe’s leading startup and tech event, gathering investors, corporations, and innovators.
🔗 vivatechnology.com

JEC World
📅 March 10–12, 2026 – Paris Nord Villepinte
Global reference for composite materials in aerospace, mobility, and construction.
🔗 jec-world.events

Global Industrie Paris
📅 March 30 – April 2, 2026 – Paris
Industrial innovation, robotics, AI, and smart factories.
🔗 global-industrie.com

We encourage CCIFE members to explore and take part in these events — whether to present your solutions, meet new partners, or learn from world-class leaders.

If you wish to join a the CCIFE, become a speaker, or promote your activity, the CCIFE team is here to support you.

Let’s make 2025–2026 a year of visibility, growth, and opportunity — together!