The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) is gearing up to host the much-anticipated 6th edition of the Fabrics, Accessories & Beyond Show 2026 (FAB Show 2026)—India’s largest Fabrics & Accessories Sourcing Showfrom April 2 to 4, 2026, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The annual B2B event has rapidly evolved into a leading platform showcasing the complete supply chain for India’s growing garment industry.
FAB Show continues to serve as a key platform for the garment manufacturing ecosystem, bringing together stakeholders to connect, network, and explore innovations across the textile value chain. Attracting garment manufacturers, brands, exporters, private labels, retailers, distributors, corporates, and e-commerce players, the upcoming edition has already seen over 78% of exhibition space booked within three weeks of launch.
The 2026 edition is expected to attract around more than 14,000 trade buyers from over 320 cities across India, including 2,000 platinum dealers, along with overseas buyers from 27 countries, like Bangladesh, US, Egypt, UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, China, Russia, Turkey, Rwanda, Kenya,Sri Lanka, Nepal and others. Major attendees will be sourcing heads of leading exporters, brands, retail majors, decision-makers from key manufacturing and export hubs from Surat, Ahmedabad, Noida, Jaipur, Tiruppur, Ludhiana, Kolkataand Bengaluru underscoring the show’s growing significance.The event will also feature curated Business Networking Session enabling focused one-on-one interactions.
Speaking about the upcoming edition, Santosh Katariya, President, CMAI, said, “FAB Show has evolved into a high-impact sourcing and partnership platform for the garment industry at a time when supply chains are increasingly complex and cost-sensitive. For manufacturers, it is a powerful opportunity to showcase capabilities to serious trade buyers, open new accounts, and build long-term relationshipsfor credible supplies aligned for the future. By enabling direct discovery, faster decision-making, and real business conversations on quality, compliance, pricing, and delivery, the show helps participantsto strengthen their order pipeline and grow sustainably.”
Sustainability and Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be a key focus at FAB Show 2026. A first-of-its kind day-longSU.RE Sustainability Conclavealongside the show is also beingplanned on3rd Aprilcovering panel discussions, brand presentations, industry solutions and fashion showin presence of expected250 professionals from prominent brands, manufacturers, and exporters.Adedicated Sustainability & AI Pavilionfeaturing 30-35 companies showcasing eco-conscious innovations and display of practical application of AI tools,sustainable textiles, accessories, certifications, and production processes will also be a special highlightoffering the industry first-hand access to advanced, sustainable and technology-driven solutions.
Commenting on the show, Naveen Sainani, Chairman – FAB Show, CMAI, said, “FAB Show 2026 has received an overwhelming responsewith 78% of exhibition space booked in the first three weeks from launch.Thisedition will also see higher global participation than previous editions, further strengthening the show’s international relevance.With Sustainability and Artificial Intelligence as the central themes, the show reflects the evolving priorities of the garment industry by bringing together AI-driven solutions, eco-conscious innovations, and key stakeholders to enable smarter and more responsible sourcing and manufacturing.”
Conceptualised and launched by The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), the FAB Show was created with a clear vision to support garment industry members by addressing their sourcing needs under one roof. Over the years, the show has grown into a premier sourcing destination, bringing together fabric manufacturers, accessory suppliers, and garment brands from across the country. Each edition has raised the bar in scale, innovation, and networking, with the 6th edition promising to be the most dynamic yet.
