27. HIVE Furniture Show 2026: The Middle East and Africa’s Premier Platform for Furniture and Home Furnishings

The HIVE Furniture Show is the Middle East and Africa’s leading platform for contemporary furniture, home décor, and interior design. Held annually in Sharjah, UAE, HIVE attracts a global audience of retailers, distributors, interior designers, architects, developers, and industry professionals, all seeking the latest in innovative design and quality products. The exhibition has established itself as the ultimate sourcing hub, connecting international manufacturers with buyers from across the MEA region and Central Asia. The 6th edition of HIVE is scheduled for June 11-13, 2026, at the Expo Centre Sharjah.

Exhibition Overview

HIVE 2026 will feature over 300+ established and emerging brands from more than 15 countries, presenting a comprehensive range of furniture and home products for residential, commercial, and hospitality environments. The fair is expected to draw approximately 10,000+ trade visitors, including architects, interior designers, retailers, distributors, developers, and press from over 50 countries. The event will also include 900+ VIP hosted buyers who receive enhanced matchmaking services and exclusive access to exhibitors.

A significant expansion for HIVE 2026 comes through its strategic partnership with Fujian Haoyu Group Co., Ltd., which brings 150+ additional exhibitors from China Mainland, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. This collaboration broadens HIVE’s scope beyond furniture to include gift and homeware decorations, kitchenware and daily necessities, and home appliances and consumer electronics, positioning HIVE as a one-stop platform for the entire home and lifestyle industry.

The event features HIVE Talks, a comprehensive business program with panel sessions, keynote presentations, and intimate conversations led by industry icons including renowned designer Karim Rashid. These sessions provide attendees with valuable insights into market trends, design innovation, retail strategies, and business development opportunities specific to the MEA region.

Major Participants and Visitors

HIVE attracts a prestigious lineup of participants representing the world’s leading furniture manufacturing hubs and design powerhouses. Notable exhibitors returning for the 2026 edition include HTL (world leader in sofa manufacturing from China with the largest stand area), Estofados Brasilia (largest Latin American furniture producer), Moroso (global design powerhouse from Italy), Bellona (leading furniture franchise chain in Turkey), Heran (largest panel furniture exporter in Turkey), Dana Group (largest furniture wholesaler in the Middle East), Godrej Interio (largest Indian furniture franchise chain launching in UAE), and multiple manufacturers from Saudi Arabia representing the largest furniture manufacturing units in KSA.

The exhibition is organized by OMG Exhibitions Organizing L.L.C., a professional exhibition company with extensive experience in the MEA region. HIVE maintains partnerships with key industry associations and organizations, ensuring the event addresses real market needs and facilitates meaningful business connections.

The visitor profile encompasses furniture retailers and wholesalers from major chains like HomeBox, Home Centre, and MAF Group of Companies (UAE), Almutlaq & Co. (Saudi Arabia), Sagat Home (Kuwait), Carnival Furnishers (South Africa), and Jumia (Nigeria). Interior designers and architects seeking new products and materials for their projects attend alongside HORECA sector representatives from hotels, restaurants, cafés, and bars, property developers and contractors working on residential and commercial projects, e-commerce platforms expanding their product offerings, and distributors looking to represent international brands in their territories.

Product Spectrum

HIVE 2026 offers an extensive range of products organized into three main categories:

Furniture:

• Sofa and Living Room: Contemporary and traditional upholstered furniture, sectionals, recliners, accent chairs, coffee tables, entertainment units
• Garden and Outdoor: Weather-resistant furniture, patio sets, outdoor dining furniture, sun loungers, pergolas
• Bathroom and Kitchen: Modern bathroom fixtures, vanities, kitchen cabinetry, modular kitchen systems
• Bedrooms: Bed frames, wardrobes, dressers, nightstands, complete bedroom sets
• Dining Rooms: Dining tables, chairs, buffets, bar units, dining room collections
• Young Rooms and Office: Home office furniture, desks, ergonomic chairs, storage solutions, study furniture, children’s room furniture
• HORECA and Residential Projects: Contract furniture for hotels, restaurants, residential developments, turnkey solutions
• Commercial Projects and Fitout: Office systems, reception furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture, retail fixtures
• Mattresses: Memory foam, spring, latex, hybrid mattresses, bedding accessories

Accessories:

• Bedding, Bath, and Kitchen Linen: High-quality sheets, towels, table linens, bath robes
• Kitchenware and Tableware: Cookware, dinnerware, cutlery, glassware, serving pieces
• Lamps, Lighting, and Carpets: Decorative lighting, functional lighting, area rugs, runners
• Fragrance, Candles, and Diffusers: Home fragrances, scented candles, reed diffusers, aromatherapy products
• Table Décor and Wall Décor: Decorative objects, wall art, mirrors, sculptures, vases
• Rugs and Mats: Handwoven rugs, machine-made carpets, prayer mats, door mats

Others:

• Furnishings: Cushions, throws, curtains, upholstery fabrics
• Upholstery Surfaces: Leather, synthetic materials, decorative fabrics, technical textiles
• Hardware and Flooring: Door handles, hinges, locks, wood flooring, laminate flooring, vinyl flooring
• Laminated Furniture Components: Panels, edges, handles, furniture fittings

Additionally, through the Fujian Haoyu Group partnership, the 2026 edition will feature gift and homeware decorations, home appliances and consumer electronics, and kitchenware and daily necessities, creating a truly comprehensive home and lifestyle sourcing platform.

Why Visit HIVE 2026?

• Access to MEA’s Fastest-Growing Market: The Middle East and Africa home furnishing market generated $44.2 billion in revenue in 2024 and is projected to grow at an impressive 8.5% CAGR from 2025 to 2030, with indoor furniture leading the growth. HIVE positions you at the center of this expanding opportunity, connecting you with buyers from over 50 countries across the region.
• Comprehensive Product Discovery: HIVE offers unparalleled variety, from affordable mass-market furniture to high-end designer pieces, from traditional craftsmanship to cutting-edge contemporary design. The addition of homeware, kitchenware, and consumer electronics through the Fujian Haoyu partnership means you can source your entire product range in one location.
• Quality Business Matchmaking: HIVE’s VIP Hosted Buyer Program brings 900+ qualified international buyers who are pre-matched with relevant exhibitors based on their specific needs and interests. This targeted approach ensures productive meetings and maximizes your return on time invested. The exhibition provides dedicated meeting spaces, translation services, and networking events that facilitate relationship-building.
• Industry Education and Insights: HIVE Talks features internationally recognized speakers like Karim Rashid alongside regional experts who understand the specific dynamics of MEA markets. Sessions cover design trends, retail strategies, e-commerce development, supply chain management, sustainability practices, and consumer behavior insights specific to the region. This knowledge helps you make informed decisions about product selection, market entry strategies, and business investments.
• Strategic Location: Sharjah’s Expo Centre is perfectly positioned less than 30 minutes from both Sharjah International Airport and Dubai International Airport. The UAE’s world-class logistics infrastructure, free zones, and business-friendly environment make it an ideal base for regional operations. Many international companies use HIVE as an opportunity to evaluate the market before making longer-term commitments to regional expansion.
• Proven Track Record: HIVE has successfully completed five editions, each growing, quality, and impact. Testimonials from major retailers and wholesalers consistently highlight the exhibition’s organization, the quality of products showcased, the caliber of participants, and the value of business connections made. The event has earned trust among both exhibitors and visitors as a serious business platform that delivers results.

Conclusion

HIVE Furniture Show 2026 represents an essential event for furniture and home furnishing professionals seeking to engage with the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asian markets. The exhibition’s combination of quality exhibitors, targeted buyers, comprehensive product range, strategic location, and extensive business programming creates an efficient and effective platform for business development.

The MEA region presents unique opportunities and challenges. Consumer preferences differ significantly from Western markets, with strong demand for both traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design. Quality and value are paramount, but so are cultural considerations, climate requirements, and local tastes. HIVE brings together stakeholders who understand these nuances, creating an environment where products, expertise, and market knowledge converge.

For international manufacturers, HIVE provides market entry insights that would take months of individual market visits to acquire. You can meet dozens of potential distributors and retailers in three days, evaluate competitive dynamics, understand pricing structures, and assess market readiness for your products. The presence of major retail chains, e-commerce platforms, and project developers means you can explore multiple routes to market simultaneously.

For regional buyers, HIVE offers unprecedented access to global suppliers and innovations. You can compare products from different manufacturing hubs, negotiate favorable terms through face-to-face meetings, discover emerging trends before they reach the mass market, and identify unique products that differentiate your offering. The expanded scope now, including homeware, kitchenware, and electronics, means you can develop comprehensive supplier relationships rather than managing multiple sourcing channels.

For designers and architects, HIVE is a valuable resource for discovering new materials, finishes, and products that can enhance their projects. The ability to meet manufacturers directly enables custom solutions for large-scale developments while staying informed about what’s available for residential projects.

Whether you’re a manufacturer seeking distribution partners, a retailer sourcing new collections, a developer furnishing major projects, a designer looking for unique pieces, or a distributor building your product portfolio, HIVE 2026 offers relevant solutions and valuable connections.

The furniture industry remains fundamentally relationship driven. Digital tools have their place, but there’s no substitute for seeing products in person, feeling quality, discussing specifications with manufacturers, and building the personal relationships that lead to long-term partnerships. HIVE creates this environment on a scale, bringing together the most important players in the MEA furniture industry in one place at one time.

Mark your calendars for June 11-13, 2026, and join thousands of industry professionals at the Expo Centre Sharjah.

For more information and registration details, visit the official HIVE website: hivefurnitureshow.com