As Russia’s textile and light industry undergoes a significant transformation—driven by import substitution, technological modernization, and growing demand for both domestic and international products—Moscow has cemented its position as the undisputed hub for fabrics industry exhibitions. From massive international fabric showcases to specialized technology fairs and high-end fashion trade shows, the Russian capital offers a packed calendar of events in 2026/27 for textile manufacturers, suppliers, designers, and procurement professionals.
Here is your essential guide to Moscow’s fabrics industry exhibitions in 2026/27.
Spring Season: March Events Set the Stage
INTERFABRIC 2026: Russia’s Largest Fabric Exhibition
The spring season kicked off with the 19th International Exhibition INTERFABRIC 2026, held from March 17–19, 2026, at Crocus Expo in Moscow. Recognized as the largest textile fabric exhibition in Russia and the CIS member states, this event is the cornerstone of the industry calendar.
Key statistics:
- Total exhibitors: Over 500 foreign companies
- Chinese participation: 167 Chinese enterprises—the largest foreign delegation
- Participating countries: Russia, China, Turkey, India, Belarus, and others
- Official support: Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade, Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs, Russian Export Center
Chinese exhibitor footprint: The Chinese delegation included enterprises from Dalian, Foshan, Nanjing, Lanzhou, Shaanxi Province, Fujian Province, Guangdong Province, Hebei Province, Jiangsu Province, and Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Hangzhou and Shanghai contributed the highest number of participating companies.
Exhibition scope: The show covered the full textile value chain, including finished textiles, fabrics, yarns, threads, industrial textiles, home textiles, knitwear, accessories, garment components, raw materials, dyes, non-woven materials, textile production equipment, and fabric printing solutions.
Looking ahead: The autumn edition of INTERFABRIC 2026 will take place from September 29 to October 1, 2026, returning to Crocus Expo.
TEXTILLEGPROM Spring 2026: The 65th Anniversary Edition
Another major spring event, the 65th International Exhibition of Textile and Light Industry TEXTILLEGPROM, ran from March 3–5, 2026, at Crocus Expo. This historic fair—the oldest and largest in Russia—celebrated its diamond anniversary edition with impressive participation.
Key statistics:
- Total visitors: 11,700 industry professionals
- New visitors: 46.3% first-time attendees, representing potential new buyers
- Geographic reach: 39 countries across 6 continents (Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Australia)
- Russian regions: 76 regions represented
- Exhibiting companies: 130 companies, of which 48 (37%) were first-time participants
- Participating countries (19 total): Azerbaijan, Armenia, Bangladesh, Brazil, Germany, India, Italy, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Poland, South Korea, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Turkey, Uzbekistan, Czech Republic, Japan
Exhibition sections (5 key directions):
- Equipment and technologies
- Raw materials and textile materials
- Accessories and components
- Ready-made clothing and home textiles
- Accompanying services
Special features: Four Thematic Territories for Industry Development:
- FORUM: Market analytics, trends, digital tools, marketing, and new sales channels—featuring strategic sessions on Russian brand development, AI applications, assortment management, and new approaches to merchandising
- LEGPROM PRACTICE: Three days of practical expert sessions covering automation, digital printing, production optimization, and equipment operation
- KOSYGIN: Creative masterclasses on accessory creation and a presentation of the “Enroll in the University of Your Dreams” program from Moscow State University of Design and Technology named after A.N. Kosygin
- SPORTTEX: Live demonstrations of seamless technology for sportswear production, along with free merchandise for visitors
Business program scale: 38 events, 87 speakers, over 1,100 delegates
The event concluded with a fashion film premiere: “Art Collaboration of Artist Daniil Fedorov with Fashion Brand Vladislav Ananishnev,” a cinematic showcase of high-art fabric print creation.
Looking ahead: The 66th edition of TEXTILLEGPROM will take place from September 15–17, 2026, at Crocus Expo.
Autumn Season: Major Industry Gatherings
INTERFABRIC 2026.AUTUMN (September–October)
The autumn edition of INTERFABRIC, scheduled for September 29 – October 1, 2026, at Crocus Expo, is the industry’s fall flagship event.
Expected scale:
- Annual attendance: Over 28,000 industry professionals
- Annual exhibitors: Over 1,000 leading Russian and foreign companies
- Exhibition area: Over 15,000 square meters annually
- Participating countries annually: Russia, Belarus, Turkey, Uzbekistan, Iran, China, India, and others
Specialized salons at INTERFABRIC-2026.AUTUMN:
- Fabrics and knitwear salon
- Ready-to-wear clothing, footwear, and accessories salon
- Children’s and teen fashion salon
- Preparation for launch and implementation salon
- Home textiles and interior solutions salon
- Textile and sewing industry equipment salon
- Technical textiles, composite materials, and polymers salon
Trend Forum: A professional design space created by leading domestic and international designers and trend bureaus in collaboration with fabric manufacturers. The forum informs specialists about current trends in style and design for upcoming seasons.
Textile Expert Forum: Hosts the Interfabric Awards for textile design.
TEXTILLEGPROM Autumn 2026 (September)
The 66th International Exhibition TEXTILLEGPROM will take place from September 15–17, 2026, at Crocus Expo (Pavilion 3, Hall 13).
Expected participation: Over 100 companies from 19 countries, presenting the latest developments in equipment, raw materials, accessories, ready-made clothing, and home textiles.
The same four thematic territories will return: FORUM, LEGPROM PRACTICE, KOSYGIN, and SPORTTEX, offering visitors hands-on demonstrations, expert sessions, and educational opportunities.
As organizers describe it: “TEXTILLEGPROM is not just an exhibition, but a crossroads of business, technology, and education. Here you can find new suppliers, see future technologies in action, gain practical knowledge from top experts, and even take home unique merchandise created right on site”.
Textile Salon (September) – Alongside CPM
From September 2–4, 2026, the Textile Salon exhibition will take place at Crocus Expo, running concurrently and in the same venue as the CPM (Collection Première Moscow) fashion trade show.
2025 edition results:
- Business visitors: 17,837 professionals
- Geographic reach: 83 regions of Russia and all 8 federal districts, plus CIS countries
- Exhibiting factories: 201 from 10 countries
- Product focus: New fabric collections for garment production
Why this matters: The Textile Salon is specifically designed for fashion professionals interested in high-quality clothing materials. Holding the event alongside the CPM fashion show creates a powerful synergy—fabric suppliers and accessory manufacturers can connect directly with garment producers and buyers in one location. The concurrent CPM exhibition is the largest international fashion trade show in Russia and the EAEU countries, featuring up to 20,000 industry participants from manufacturers to retailers.
CPM – Collection Première Moscow (September)
The 46th season of CPM – Collection Première Moscow will be held from September 1–4, 2026, at Crocus Expo. While primarily a fashion trade show, CPM is deeply connected to the fabrics industry, as it showcases collections for Spring-Summer 2027 and provides a platform for fabric trends, design solutions, and textile innovation.
Key features:
- Expected participants: Up to 20,000 industry professionals, from manufacturers to retailers
- International participation: Manufacturers and distributors from Russia, Belarus, Italy, Turkey, India, China, and many other countries
- Exposition segments: Women’s and men’s casual, business, and special occasion wear; lingerie, homewear, fitness and sleepwear; shoes and accessories
- Trend areas: Multiple zones showcasing the most striking design, aesthetic, texture, and fabric solutions using participating brand samples
- Business forum: Large-scale event featuring 200 top speakers and 2,000 visitors, with participants including Sberbank, Yandex, Ozon, Wildberries, Lamoda, Avito, MTS, Russian Post, Melon Fashion Group, and other major market anchors
Additional Industry Events in 2026
Free Participation for Tatarstan Businesses
Through the national project “Efficient and Competitive Economy,” the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Tatarstan offers free participation for qualifying businesses at major industry events, including INTERFABRIC. Covered expenses include exhibition space rental, stand construction, equipment rental, translation of materials, and interpreter services. Entrepreneurs are only responsible for the registration fee.
Summary: Moscow’s 2026 Fabrics Industry Exhibition Calendar at a Glance
| Event | Dates | Venue | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| TEXTILLEGPROM Spring 2026 | March 3–5, 2026 (concluded) | Crocus Expo | Full textile & light industry (65th edition) |
| INTERFABRIC Spring 2026 | March 17–19, 2026 (concluded) | Crocus Expo | Fabrics & textiles (largest in CIS) |
| CPM Moscow 2026 | September 1–4, 2026 | Crocus Expo | Fashion trade show (20,000+ participants) |
| Textile Salon 2026 | September 2–4, 2026 | Crocus Expo | High-quality garment fabrics & accessories |
| TEXTILLEGPROM Autumn 2026 | September 15–17, 2026 | Crocus Expo | Full textile & light industry (66th edition) |
| INTERFABRIC Autumn 2026 | September 29 – October 1, 2026 | Crocus Expo | Fabrics & textiles with trend forum |
Key Trends Shaping Moscow’s Fabrics Exhibitions in 2026
1. International Participation Remains Strong
Despite geopolitical challenges, Moscow’s textile exhibitions continue to attract significant international participation. INTERFABRIC alone hosted over 500 foreign exhibitors, with China leading the foreign delegation at 167 companies. TEXTILLEGPROM gathered participants from 39 countries across 6 continents, including European, Asian, African, and American nations.
2. Focus on Practical Education and Technology
This year’s exhibitions place unprecedented emphasis on hands-on learning. TEXTILLEGPROM’s thematic territories—particularly LEGPROM PRACTICE and SPORTTEX—offer live demonstrations of seamless technology, digital printing, and production automation. The inclusion of educational programs from Kosygin University underscores the industry’s commitment to developing the next generation of textile professionals.
3. Digital Transformation and AI Integration
The FORUM territories at TEXTILLEGPROM featured strategic sessions on artificial intelligence applications, assortment management, and new digital tools for marketing and sales. This reflects a broader industry trend toward digitization and e-commerce integration.
4. Growing Demand for Technical and Functional Textiles
Specialized sections for technical textiles, non-woven materials, protective fabrics, and seamless sportswear technology indicate growing demand for high-performance textiles beyond traditional fashion applications.
5. Synergy Between Trade Shows
The coordination between Textile Salon and CPM (same dates and venue in September 2026) creates a powerful ecosystem where fabric suppliers, accessory manufacturers, clothing producers, and retailers can meet under one roof. This vertical integration maximizes business opportunities for all participants.
Conclusion: A Vibrant Market in Transformation
Moscow’s 2026 fabrics industry exhibition calendar reflects a sector in dynamic evolution. Traditional textile fairs remain robust, but they are increasingly accompanied by specialized technology zones, educational programs, and trend forums that address the industry’s digital and sustainable future.
For international textile manufacturers, the message is clear: Moscow remains a vital gateway to the Russian and CIS markets, with Chinese, Turkish, Indian, and European companies actively participating. With multiple major exhibitions scheduled throughout the year—from March’s spring showcases to September’s autumn gatherings—the Russian capital offers ample opportunities for networking, procurement, and market entry.
Whether your focus is on high-fashion fabrics, technical textiles, home textiles, or textile machinery, Moscow’s exhibition halls—predominantly at Crocus Expo—are where contracts are signed, trends are set, and the future of the fabrics industry takes shape.
For registration and updated information, please contact individual event organizers directly or visit the official exhibition websites.