AFA Expo 2027
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About AFA Expo
AFA Expo is AFA Canada's trade show for the footwear, apparel and accessory industry, held in Toronto. Retailers, boutiques, department stores and online buyers meet brands there, preview upcoming collections and place orders for the next season.
AFA Expo 2027
AFA Expo runs February 7–9, 2027 in Toronto.
What it is
AFA Expo is the trade show of AFA Canada, where Canada's footwear, apparel and accessory industry comes together. Brands show upcoming collections to retail buyers, and the February 2027 show is the Autumn/Winter 2027 market.
The retailer page calls it "Canada's premier Fashion Trade Show for buyers in the footwear, apparel and accessory industries." AFA has supported Canada's footwear and fashion industry since 1967. It describes its roots as travelling shoe reps who grew into a national marketplace.
Who it's for
This is a trade show for buyers. The organizer lists retailers, boutiques, department stores, online retailers, buyers and industry professionals as the audience. Retailers come to find new brands, preview upcoming collections, build relationships with suppliers and place orders for the next season.
Hours and registration
- February 7 and 8: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
- February 9: 9 a.m.–4 p.m., a shorter last day
- Retailer registration opens in November 2026.
- Exhibitor registration opens October 5, 2026, and exhibitors move in on February 6, 2027.
Key Topics
- Footwear brands
- Apparel collections
- Fashion accessories
- Autumn/Winter collections
- Next-season buying
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