Top Expos Events in Nepal for promoting businesses and products
Nepal hosts numerous expos and exhibitions annually, providing a platform for local businesses to thrive, network, and promote their products to a wider audience. Here are some notable ones:
International Industrial Trade Fair and Cottage Industry Festival (अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय औद्योगिक व्यापार मेला तथा घरेलु उद्योग महोत्सव)
- Last Held: Baisakh 26-30, 2081 (May 8-12, 2024)
- Location: Bhrikutimandap Exhibition Hall, Kathmandu
- Organizer: Federation of Nepal Cottage and Small Industries (FNCSI) (नेपाल घरेलु तथा साना उद्योग महासंघ)
- Highlights: Featuring over 250 stalls from Nepal’s small and cottage industries and attended by international participants from SAARC nations, this event is a significant platform to support Nepalese products and foster B2B, B2C, and B2G relations. With cultural programs, discussions, and a food festival, it’s a vibrant space for businesses to connect and showcase their offerings.
Nepal Agritech International Expo (नेपाल एग्रिटेक अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय प्रदर्शनी)
- Upcoming Date: February 14-16, 2025
- Last Held: January 26-28, 2024
- Location: Bhrikutimandap Exhibition Hall, Kathmandu
- Organizer: Media Space Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Nepal & Futurex Trade Fair and Events, India
- Highlights: As Nepal's largest agricultural event, it promotes technological advancements in agriculture, dairy, poultry, and livestock, contributing to Nepal’s economic backbone. Specialized pavilions help tackle low productivity and limited tech adoption, encouraging businesses to share innovative solutions for a productive and tech-driven agricultural sector.
Nepal International Trade Fair (नेपाल अन्तराष्ट्रिय व्यापार मेला)
- Last Held: Mangsir 14-18, 2080 BS
- Location: Bhrikutimandap Exhibition Hall, Kathmandu
- Organizer: Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) (नेपाल उद्योग वाणिज्य महासंघ)
- Highlights: Featuring 210 stalls with goods from Nepal and neighboring countries, this fair fosters trade and promotes local products with the theme "Let’s Choose Nepali, Let’s Use Nepali" (नेपालि छानौं, नेपालि प्रयोग गरौं). With over 100,000 expected visitors, it creates a unique space for B2B and B2G connections, underlining Nepal’s commitment to local business empowerment.
Handicraft Trade Fair (हस्तकला व्यापार मेला)
- Upcoming Date: December 5-9, 2024
- Last Held: May 5-9, 2023
- Location: Bhrikutimandap Exhibition Hall
- Organizer: Federation of Handicraft Associations of Nepal (नेपाल हस्तकला महासंघ)
- Highlights: Dedicated to Nepalese handicrafts, this fair showcases handmade products like jewelry, textiles, and bamboo art, providing a crucial platform for artisans, including marginalized groups, to display and sell their creations. The event recognizes top contributors in handicrafts, promoting Nepalese culture and craftsmanship globally.
International Conference on Agrobiodiversity (कृषि जैव विविधता अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय सम्मेलन)
- Upcoming Date: To be announced
- Last Held: April 9-12, 2024
- Location: Pokhara, Gandaki Province
- Organizer: FAO, MoFE (वन तथा वातावरण मन्त्रालय), MoALD (कृषि तथा पशुपन्छी विकास मन्त्रालय), and other partners
- Highlights: Gathering global experts, this conference aims to foster sustainable agrobiodiversity through knowledge-sharing on ecosystem resilience, agroecology, and traditional farming. It emphasizes community resilience against climate change, highlighting Nepal’s dedication to biodiversity conservation.
Farmers Markets in Nepal (नेपालका किसान बजार)
- Locations: Utpala Cafe (उत्पला क्याफे), Le Sherpa (ले शेर्पा), and other weekend farmers markets
- Highlights: Farmers markets like those at Utpala Cafe and Le Sherpa provide a platform for local farmers to sell fresh, organic produce directly to consumers every weekend. These markets encourage sustainable, farm-to-table practices and support local agriculture by offering fresh vegetables, fruits, dairy, and artisanal products. For more information, check out our blog on Farmers Markets in Nepal.
These events reflect Nepal’s dynamic business environment, helping local enterprises expand, innovate, and engage with a global audience. They showcase Nepal's strengths in various industries and provide immense opportunities for growth and collaboration.