Edition 2027
LAS VEGAS LICENSING EXPO 2027
Informa Markets
informamarkets@informa.comDate of the event
Las Vegas Convention Center
3150 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, United StatesFrequency
AnnualWebsite
http://www.licensingexpo.comAbout the Event
Description
Licensing Expo Shanghai (LEC) is a premier trade show dedicated to the licensing industry in China. It serves as a vital platform for connecting IP owners and agents with consumer goods manufacturers, licensees, retailers, and distributors. The event covers a vast spectrum of categories including animation, film and television, museums, culture and art, online literature, entertainment, gaming, and corporate brands. By facilitating high-level networking and business matchmaking, LEC helps global and domestic brands expand their presence in the rapidly growing Chinese consumer market.
Exhibits
Over 1,500 IPs including global entertainment franchises, museum collections, gaming characters, and corporate brands across multiple pavilions.
Activities
Business matchmaking sessions, the China Licensing Awards ceremony, and specialized industry forums focusing on market trends and IP protection.
Speakers
Industry leaders from major studios, retail executives, legal experts in intellectual property, and marketing directors from global consumer brands.
Demos
Interactive IP installations, character mascot parades, and showcases of the latest licensed consumer products and retail merchandising concepts.
Accessibility
The event is usually held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai. From Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, take Metro Line 2 to East Xujing Station. From Pudong International Airport, take Metro Line 2 or the Maglev then transfer to Line 2. Taxis and ride-sharing are readily available throughout the city.
Exhibitor Count
300
Expected Attendance
50000
Ticket
Professional Visitor
- Free entry for trade professionals who pre-register online before the event deadline.
VIP Buyer
- Exclusive access for qualified high-volume buyers, including access to VIP lounges and matchmaking services.
Location
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