Planning your 2026 design calendar? Here are the major upcoming architecture and design events in India in 2026, with the dates and venues known at the time of writing. Always confirm the latest timings on each event’s official website before booking travel.
Key 2026 dates
- Elev8 Architecture & Design Festival — 6–8 February 2026, Ahmedabad.
- India Design ID 2026 — 19–22 February 2026, NSIC Exhibition Ground, New Delhi (14th edition).
- Architecture & Interior Design Excellence Awards 2026 — 19 June 2026, Taj West End, Bengaluru.
- The Architect & Interior Expo 2026 — 25–28 June 2026, Chennai Trade Centre.
- DARC Build Expo 2026 — 29–31 August 2026, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.
- FOAID New Delhi 2026 — 27–28 November 2026, NSIC Exhibition Ground, New Delhi.
- FOAID Mumbai — 27–28 January 2027.
Also worth tracking
ACETECH (Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru), Index Fairs (Mumbai), and INTEXT Expo (Ludhiana) typically run later in the year — watch their official channels for confirmed 2026 dates.
How to make the most of 2026
- Pick 2–3 events that match your goals — clients, materials, or visibility.
- Book travel and stands early; the best events fill fast.
- Plan your brand presence and content capture in advance.
Show up at your best in 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the major design events in India in 2026?
Key 2026 events include Elev8 Architecture & Design Festival (Feb, Ahmedabad), India Design ID (19–22 Feb, New Delhi), The Architect & Interior Expo (25–28 June, Chennai), DARC Build Expo (29–31 Aug, New Delhi), and FOAID New Delhi (27–28 Nov). Always confirm dates on official sites.
When is India Design ID 2026?
India Design ID 2026, the 14th edition, is scheduled for 19–22 February 2026 at the NSIC Exhibition Ground in New Delhi.
When is FOAID 2026?
FOAID New Delhi is scheduled for 27–28 November 2026 at the NSIC Exhibition Ground, with the Mumbai edition on 27–28 January 2027. Confirm details on the official FOAID website.
