Photo: Jorge Wada / Google MapsMelbourne Trade Fairs, Exhibitions & Business Events: Where to Stay
3 major trade fairs, exhibitions and conferences run in Melbourne, Australia. For each business event below you get the dates, the venue and hotels near the halls, booked with free cancellation and a company invoice. Rooms nearest the venue sell out first, so book early.
Nearest airport: MEL
Popular areas for attendees: South Wharf · Southbank · Melbourne CBD · Docklands.
All Melbourne trade fairs and exhibitions
Australian Toy Hobby and Licensing Fair (Melbourne Toy Fair)
28 Feb to 3 Mar 2027Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC)
Australian Toy Hobby and Licensing Fair (Melbourne Toy Fair) hotelsRestaurant & Foodservice Show (formerly Foodservice Australia)
2 May to 4 May 2027Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC)
Restaurant & Foodservice Show (formerly Foodservice Australia) hotelsReed Retail Fairs Melbourne (formerly Reed Gift Fairs)
31 July to 4 Aug 2027Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC)
Reed Retail Fairs Melbourne (formerly Reed Gift Fairs) hotels
Melbourne trade fairs and exhibitions: FAQs
What are the biggest trade shows and exhibitions in Melbourne?
Melbourne hosts 3 major trade fairs and exhibitions, including Australian Toy Hobby and Licensing Fair (Melbourne Toy Fair), Restaurant & Foodservice Show (formerly Foodservice Australia), Reed Retail Fairs Melbourne (formerly Reed Gift Fairs). Each has a hotel guide with rooms near the venue on Event Escapes.
When are the main Melbourne trade fairs?
Australian Toy Hobby and Licensing Fair (Melbourne Toy Fair) runs 28 Feb to 3 Mar 2027. Restaurant & Foodservice Show (formerly Foodservice Australia) runs 2 May to 4 May 2027. Reed Retail Fairs Melbourne (formerly Reed Gift Fairs) runs 31 July to 4 Aug 2027. Dates can change, so confirm with each official event site.
Where should I stay for an exhibition in Melbourne?
The most convenient areas for attendees are South Wharf, Southbank, Melbourne CBD, Docklands. Booking near the exhibition halls saves commute time on show days.
How do I book hotels for a Melbourne business event?
Choose a fair below to see hotels near that venue, with free cancellation. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised invoice.
EventEscapes is an independent travel platform and is not affiliated with these events or their organizers. Dates and venues can change. Verify with each official event site before booking travel.