Global Sources Consumer Electronics Hong Kong: October Guide
By Ilyas Kerbal,
Global Sources Consumer Electronics is one of the largest electronics sourcing exhibitions in the world. The October 2026 Hong Kong shows feature more than 4,200 Asia-based suppliers across 8,000+ booths and over 330,000 new products, and buyer pre-registration was up 25% year on year. It runs alongside HKTDC’s Electronics Fair, which makes Hong Kong the world’s electronics sourcing capital every April and October. If you sell to electronics importers or to the suppliers themselves, the Global Sources attendee list is a big opportunity.
Global Sources at a glance
| Industry | Consumer electronics sourcing |
| City | Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR |
| Venue | AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong (next to the airport) |
| Dates | Twice a year (April & October), two phases each, Oct 2026: 11–14 Oct and 18–21 Oct |
| Frequency | Twice a year |
| Moves between cities? | No, always Hong Kong (AsiaWorld-Expo) |
| Typical scale | ~50,000 attendees · ~2,500 exhibitors |
| Visitor ticket | Free for registered buyers |
| App / platform | Global Sources app + online sourcing platform |
| Official website | globalsources.com |
Details checked in October 2026. Dates, prices and venues can change between editions, so confirm on the official Global Sources Electronics website before you book travel.
Two phases
| Phase | October 2026 dates | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 11–14 October | Consumer electronics and gaming: PC and gaming peripherals, audio-video, car electronics, personal transporters, batteries and power |
| Phase 2 | 18–21 October | Mobile electronics, smart home, security, appliances, lifestyle electronics, sports and outdoor, plus a 1,200-booth AI+ zone |
Thousands of Asian electronics suppliers exhibit at each Global Sources session. Photo: Elektor Labs, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Venue
Global Sources’ Hong Kong shows are held every April and October at AsiaWorld-Expo in Chek Lap Kok, next to the airport (Airport Express, AsiaWorld-Expo station). It’s far from the city, but convenient if you’re flying in.
Who attends
| Visitor | What they’re sourcing | Who should target them |
|---|---|---|
| Importers, wholesalers and retailers (US, Europe, LatAm) | Products and suppliers | Asian manufacturers |
| E-commerce and Amazon sellers | Trending products | Factories |
| Private-label brand owners | OEM partners | ODMs, factories |
| Sourcing agents | Suppliers for clients | Manufacturers, QC firms |
| Distributors | Lines to represent | Manufacturers |
| Product developers | Components and ideas | Component makers |
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Registration
The show is free for pre-registered professional buyers at globalsources.com. It’s trade-only.
The Global Sources platform
The Global Sources B2B platform and app let buyers find suppliers, request quotes and schedule meetings before and after the shows. That covers the buyer side well. For exhibitors and service providers who want to reach the buyers, or for buyers who want a vetted shortlist from 4,000+ similar factories, an enriched list built for your criteria saves a lot of time.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| A huge, export-ready supplier base | Many similar factories; vetting needed |
| Free for buyers | Two phases need two trips or a long stay |
| Strong online platform | AsiaWorld-Expo is far from the city |
| Coincides with HKTDC fairs and the Canton Fair | IP and quality risks |
| Venue next to the airport | Price-driven negotiations |
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Preparing for the October shows
- Pick your phase, or plan a long stay for both.
- Pre-register for free entry.
- Request quotes on the platform before you fly.
- Vet suppliers for certifications and factory status.
- Combine with HKTDC and the Canton Fair for a full sourcing trip.
- Follow up with sample orders quickly.
FAQ
When are the Global Sources Consumer Electronics shows?
Every April and October at AsiaWorld-Expo. In October 2026, Phase 1 runs 11–14 October and Phase 2 runs 18–21 October.
Is Global Sources free?
Yes, for pre-registered professional buyers.
What’s the difference between Global Sources and the HKTDC Electronics Fair?
They are separate shows run at the same time of year. Global Sources is at AsiaWorld-Expo; HKTDC’s fair is at HKCEC in Wan Chai.
Can I get the Global Sources exhibitor and buyer list?
The platform supports search and quotes, not exports. I can build an enriched list for you.
Walk into Global Sources Electronics with a target list
Past clients have used my lists to fill their meeting calendars before a show and to stop leads going cold afterwards. If you want the same for Global Sources Electronics, tell me what you sell and who you need to reach, and I’ll come back with what I can deliver and when.
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Related event guides
- HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair 2026: Autumn Buyer Guide
- CEATEC 2026 Makuhari: Japan Digital Innovation Show Guide
- electronica and productronica China: Shanghai Show Guide
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Photo credits
- Cover image: AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong (4447627635) by Andy Mitchell, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- In-article image: Conrad (20040034702) by Elektor Labs, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
