Identity and Vision
Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags: the place to be for the global market
In an increasingly complex market, the event reaffirms its role as a natural meeting point for business and networking - a strategic partner providing practical support to simplify business processes and maximise commercial results. Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags is a practical and results-oriented event designed to meet the needs of exhibitors and buyers, offering a dynamic format that is constantly evolving.
Why attend?
The event stands out in the international trade fair landscape thanks to distinctive features that reinforces its role as a hub for business, networking and industry knowledge for the entire community.
- Strategic timing in the global trade fair calendar
As the first event in the international trade fair calendar, it allows industry professionals to anticipate trends and plan their orders with a valuable time advantage, setting their strategies ahead of other sector events. - An integrated platform for volume fashion
Thanks to the synergy with Gardabags, the event offers a comprehensive platform for volume fashion. The integration of footwear, bags, accessories and travel goods meets the needs of a market looking for coordinated, cross-category solutions ready for retail. - “United nations of shoes and bags”
The event represents a key European hub for international trade in the industry and is recognised by major global manufacturing districts as an ideal platform for highly international business and networking. - A relational identity and a BLeisure dimension
The local setting encourages more natural and relaxed networking in a human-scale environment that promotes wellbeing and balance. The bleisure dimension of Lake Garda (Business + Leisure) combines professional efficiency with a welcoming, community-oriented atmosphere, enhancing the overall business experience.
Upcoming Editions
📅 105° Edition >13 - 16 JUNE 2026
📅 106° Edition >16 - 19 JANUARY 2027
13 - 16 JUNE 202616 - 19 JANUARY 2027
Exhibition CentreVia Baltera, 20 - 38066 - Riva del Garda (Italy)
News in the spotlight
MERCOSUR CALLS EUROPE: THE RESPONSE STARTS IN RIVA DEL GARDA
Sunday, February 8, 2026
The trade agreement opens up a market of 700 million consumers. For the footwear and leathergoods industry, success will depend on who is able to move fastest. EU–Mercosur: 700 million consumer…
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EXPO RIVA SCHUH AND GARDABAGS 2026: SOLAYA IS THE WINNER OF THE STARTUP COMPETITION AT THE INNOVATION VILLAGE RETAIL
Monday, January 12, 2026GLOBALISATION, SPHERES OF INFLUENCE AND THE NEW GEOGRAPHIES OF FASHION: THE OUTLOOK FOR FOOTWEAR AND BAGS
Saturday, January 10, 2026GARDABAGS: THREE SOULS, ONE UNIQUE EXPERIENCE FOR THE LEATHER GOODS AND TRAVEL ITEMS WORLD
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