Istanbul Exhibitions in December offer a dynamic mix of international trade fairs, cultural events, and industry-focused gatherings. As the year comes to an end, Istanbul becomes a vibrant meeting point for professionals, investors, and visitors from around the world. From technology and design to business networking and sector-specific expos, these December exhibitions in Istanbul showcase the city’s role as Turkey’s leading hub for innovation and global connection.
43rd International Istanbul Children Baby Maternity Industry Expo (CBME2025)
CBME Türkiye is recognized as the largest and longest-running international baby and children’s products exhibition in the region, with a successful history spanning more than 30 years. The fair continues to stand out thanks to its strong international visitor profile, high buyer purchasing volume, and the impressive diversity of global exhibitor brands it hosts.
Bringing together professionals from the Middle East, Russia and the CIS, North Africa, and Eastern Europe, the CBME Türkiye – International Istanbul Children Baby Maternity Industry Expo offers exceptional business opportunities. The event serves as a powerful platform for exploring new markets, building partnerships, and discovering the latest innovations in the baby, children, and maternity sectors.
3 December, 2025 – 6 December, 2025
Address: İstanbul Fuar Merkezi Yeşilköy
Exhibited products and services:
- Baby Carriages, Car Seats and Accessories
- Clothes & Accessories for Babies-Toodlers & Children
- Footwear for Babies & Children
- Maternity Clothing , Underwear & Accessories
- Toys, Bike & Educational Products
- Maternity & Baby Care Products
- Food & Healthcare Products
- Service Organisations & Industry Exhibitions
You can read more information on the official exhibition website here.
Souvenir Expo Türkiye 2025 – Touristic Gifts and Souvenirs Exhibition
Souvenir Expo Turkey – Touristic Gift and Souvenirs Fair will bring together tourism-focused gift industry professionals from over 100 countries, hosting more than 1,000 brands and 200+ exhibitors at the Istanbul Expo Center (Yeşilköy) between 3–6 December 2025. The event serves as a major international hub for networking, sourcing, and exploring the latest trends in the global souvenir market.
Taking place for the second time in Turkey, Souvenir Expo Turkey will showcase an extensive selection of popular tourist products — from mugs, magnets, keychains, and evil eye charms to summer fashion items such as swimwear, bikinis, loincloths, towels, shorts, and sunglasses. Visitors will also find iconic Turkish delicacies including baklava, Turkish delight, and Turkish coffee; natural and organic products like olives, olive oil, and handmade soaps; as well as promotional materials, luggage, bags, belts, leather goods, and decorative items.
Bringing together diverse product categories under one roof, the fair offers a prime opportunity for buyers and suppliers to form new partnerships and discover fresh market potential in the fast-growing souvenir industry.
3 December, 2025 – 6 December, 2025
Address: İstanbul Fuar Merkezi Yeşilköy
Exhibitor profile of the fair:
Souvenir Manufacturers, Souvenir Manufacturers, Touristic Souvenir Manufacturers, Textile Manufacturers, Fashion Companies, Bijouterie Companies, Handicrafts Manufacturers, Cosmetics Companies, Packaged Touristic Food Manufacturers, Promotional Product Companies, Wholesalers, Software Companies, Game and Toy Manufacturers. and Transport and Logistics Companies.
You can read more information on the official exhibition website here.
34th International Istanbul Plastics Industry Fair
Eurasia Plastics Exhibition is one of the largest plastics industry exhibitions in Europe, which will be held in Istanbul for the 34th time this December.
3 December, 2025 – 6 December, 2025
Address: Tüyap Exhibition and Congress Center
Exhibited products and services:
- PLASTIC MACHINERY
- CHEMICALS AND RAW MATERIALS
- MACHINERY AUXILIARY INDUSTRY
- HEAT AND CONTROL EQUIPMENT
- MOULD
- HYDRAULIC AND PNEUMATIC
- RECYCLING
- OTHER
You can read more information on the official exhibition website here.
Natural Disaster Management Exhibition & Summit (NADMEX 2025)
NADMEX 2025, organized in partnership with Sektörel Fuarcılık and Yıldız Technical University, will bring together the leading names in disaster management at the Istanbul Expo Center (Hall 9) from 4–6 December 2025, under the powerful theme “Life Counts!”. This major international event aims to strengthen disaster preparedness and resilience by uniting professionals from across the sector.
Supported by key national and regional institutions—including AFAD, the Turkish Red Crescent, UMKE, the Governorship of Istanbul, İPKB, TBB, Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, AKOM, AFETTEK, AKÜDER, ANDA Association, DEGÜDER, DİD-TASI, TAM Foundation, TİGİAD, TUYAD, Türkiye İMSAD, and YDDMD—NADMEX 2025 serves as a collaborative platform designed to bring together public authorities, private sector leaders, academics, NGOs, and disaster response experts. The goal is to build a more prepared, informed, and resilient society.
4 December, 2025 – 6 December, 2025
Address: İstanbul Fuar Merkezi Yeşilköy
This year’s exhibition will feature eight specialized product groups, showcasing cutting-edge innovations in:
Product Groups:
- Search and rescue technologies
- Emergency response and first aid equipment
- Firefighting vehicles and fire protection systems
- Occupational safety and protective clothing
- Energy storage solutions and generators
- Lighting systems
- Communication technologies and disaster management software
- Disaster education and awareness tools
These categories return stronger in 2025, continuing the momentum created in previous editions.
Running alongside the fair, the NADMEX – Disaster Management Summit will welcome internationally recognized experts who will address critical topics such as earthquakes, floods, fires, climate change, and future risk mitigation strategies.
In the Training Area, visitors will have the chance to participate in hands-on drills and simulations, gaining practical life-saving skills essential for disaster situations.
At the Expert Talks Stage, leading companies will present their newest technologies, innovative solutions, and best practices to industry professionals. Like in 2024, this year’s program will once again host both domestic and international speakers, offering a high-value platform for learning, collaboration, and knowledge exchange.
Vehicle, Equipment and Machinery Expo (VEMEX 2025)
4 December, 2025 – 6 December, 2025
Address: İstanbul Fuar Merkezi Yeşilköy
VEMEX 2025, organized by Sektörel Fuarcılık in partnership with the Association of Manufacturer’s Union of Vehicle and On-Vehicle Equipment and Work Machines (ARÜSDER), will be held on 4–6 December 2025 at the Istanbul Expo Center, Hall 10. The event brings together the latest innovations shaping the sector — from on-vehicle equipment and construction machinery to next-generation hybrid systems and maintenance and rescue technologies.
Supported by the Turkish Machinery Federation (MAKFED), the State Supply Office (DMO), and the Construction Machinery Cluster (İŞİM), VEMEX 2025 will welcome a wide professional audience, including representatives from municipalities, public institutions, construction and infrastructure companies, and the transportation industry. The fair provides an ideal platform to explore the newest products, systems, and technological developments driving the sector forward.
The exhibition will showcase an extensive range of product groups such as vacuum trucks, snow removal vehicles, garbage trucks, dump trucks, tankers, trailers, and maintenance vehicles. With its strong business and procurement environment, VEMEX 2025 offers valuable opportunities for government agencies, municipal departments, contractors, logistics firms, and port and airport operators seeking efficient and innovative solutions.
Focusing on sustainable, green, and smart technologies, VEMEX 2025 aims to be a key meeting point for the on-vehicle equipment and construction machinery industries. Secure your place at this influential event and be part of the future of the sector.
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