Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition is the most highly regarded platform for the LED and lighting industry, providing a platform for the industry to communicate, cooperate and create valuable business opportunities.
Facts & figures
| Date | 9 – 12 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Venue | China Import and Export Fair Complex No. 380 Yuejiang Zhong Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou, China |
| Number of exhibitors (2025) | 3,188 from 20 countries and regions* (Figures including concurrent event - GEBT) |
| Number of visitors (2025) | 211,173 from 151 countries and regions* (Figures including concurrent event - GEBT) |
| Scale (2025) | 250,000 gross sqm (25 halls in areas A and B) |
2026 GILE promotes “Light-Enhanced Living” as central theme and vision
As the industry moves past the era of efficiency and simple illumination, the 2026 Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition (GILE) will look to the future with ‘Light-Enhanced Living’, exploring how light can transform our lives in unexpected and groundbreaking ways. And highlight three key categories: lighting solutions, fixtures, and LED technology, integrate five distinct pillars: Biological, Emotional, Digital, Ecological and Immersive into every aspect of event. Held alongside Guangzhou Electrical Building Technology (GEBT), the event provides a comprehensive platform for sourcing products, exchanging knowledge, and understanding the latest market trends.
Product groups
Indoor Lighting
- Recessed & Wall-Washing Lighting
- Track Systems Lighting
- Ceiling-Mounted Lighting
- Pendant Lighting
- Wall-Mounted Lighting
- Portable Luminaires
- Human-Centric Lighting
- Bulbs & Lamps
Outdoor Lighting
- Street Lighting
- New-Energy Lighting
- Architectural & Landscape Lighting
- Industrial Lighting
- Venue Lighting
- Cultural-Tourism & Visual Experiences
AI Lighting Supply Chain
- Components & Technologies
- Systems, Equipment & Platforms
- Intelligent Lighting Solutions
LED manufacturing Technology
- Optical Components / Light Sources
- Electrical Components / Power Supplies
- LED Packaging Production Equipment / Substrates & Materials
- Services
Aquaculture and Smart Agriculture
- Bio-Optical Lighting Applications
- Smart Farming & Digital Technologies
- Medical & Cosmetic Applications
- UV Sterilization & Disinfection Technologies
New Display Technologies
- Digital Display Terminals
- Professional AV Systems
- XR / Virtual Production
- Supporting Equipment & Consumables
- Signal & Control Systems
Visitor profile
Industry Related
- Architect
- Designer
- Planner and Engineer
- Property Developer
- Building Owner
- Housing and Property Management
- Building Contractor
- Energy Supplier
- IoT Platform Developer and Provider
- Smart Lighting Solution Provider
Trade Related
- Importer
- Exporter
- Wholesaler
- Distributor
- Buying Office
- Retailer
- Chain Store
- Department Store
- E-Tailer
Authorities
- Construction and Planning Authority
- Procurement Authority
- Industrial Association and Professional Media
- Manufacturer
- Industry End-User
