Shanghai International Tourism Attractions and Theme Park Expo (WAE) 2026

9th Shanghai International Tourism Attractions and Theme Park Expo (WAE) will be held from July 8–10, 2026 at the Shanghai New International Expo Center. With an exhibition area of 30,000 sqm, it will feature 300+ exhibitors and attract over 45,000 professionals from the global tourism, resort, and amusement industries. The expo presents smart scenic systems, amusement rides, resort facilities, night tourism lighting, metaverse applications, and outdoor recreation equipment, covering the entire tourism and leisure supply chain. Organized by Shanghai Exhibition Group, WAE serves as a global business platform for scenic equipment innovation, investment cooperation, and cultural tourism development, promoting smart, sustainable, and immersive visitor experiences worldwide.

Range of Exhibition

• Smart Tourism Systems:
  IoT and cloud platforms, virtual 3D displays, ticketing and access systems, self-service kiosks, tourism data analytics, and intelligent scenic management systems.
• Scenic Transportation & Outdoor Equipment:
  Cable cars, sightseeing buses, electric vehicles, yachts, boats, bicycles, drones, RVs, camping equipment, mountain and fishing gear, and eco-mobility solutions.
• Scenic Accommodation & Leisure Facilities:
  Container hotels, wooden villas, tents, mobile houses, RV camps, outdoor pavilions, pergolas, and relaxation furniture.
• Amusement & Theme Park Equipment:
  Roller coasters, Ferris wheels, water rides, inflatables, VR/AR parks, indoor playgrounds, dark rides, and non-powered amusement equipment.
• Night Tourism & Metaverse Experience:
  Light shows, stage lighting, holographic projection, music fountains, immersive theaters, VR/AR tourism, and digital entertainment technology.
• Scenic Landscaping & Lighting:
  Garden landscapes, fountains, sculptures, imitation plants, scenic lighting, solar lamps, and mist and waterfall systems.
• Cultural & Creative Tourism:
  Tourism IP and licensed products, art installations, souvenirs, crafts, and creative tourism merchandise.
• Scenic Planning & Operations:
  Tourism project design, investment consulting, management training, event planning, and cultural tourism integration services.
• Public & Environmental Facilities:
  Smart restrooms, waste collection and treatment, eco-cleaning vehicles, and sustainable scenic infrastructure.

Target Audience