Exhibiting in Chennai: Trade Centre, Shows and Build Notes
Chennai is South India’s industrial capital, with strong auto, leather, engineering and healthcare clusters. Its main exhibition venue is the Chennai Trade Centre in Nandambakkam, near the airport. Chennai visitors tend to be technical buyers from Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Sri Lanka, and they look for practical product demos.
Major trade shows in Chennai
- India International Leather Fair (Chennai Trade Centre): leather and footwear, held every year around the start of the year.
- Chennai sector shows at Chennai Trade Centre: engineering, packaging, food and healthcare events held through the year.
- Auto component and EV events in the Chennai–Hosur belt: held through the year.
Venue notes for stand builders
Chennai Trade Centre in Nandambakkam is the main hall-based venue and is about 10 minutes from the airport. The Chennai Trade Centre and the nearby Chennai Convention Centre allow combined exhibition and conference formats. Hot and humid weather affects materials and lighting, so plan air-conditioning, humidity-proof finishes and cable management.
Planning checklist before you book
- Check humidity-proof finishes for laminates, MDF and printed graphics.
- Allow for monsoon and cyclone season (October to December) when planning freight.
- Add Tamil signage to attract local retail or consumer visitors.
- Hire local staff who speak Tamil for visitor conversations.
- Confirm power and AC load limits with the venue.
Exhibiting in Chennai: quick answers
What is the main exhibition venue in Chennai?
Chennai Trade Centre in Nandambakkam is the main hall-based venue for trade shows.
Do I need Tamil on the stand?
For B2B shows, English works. For consumer-facing events, Tamil text helps.
When is freight from Mumbai to Chennai delayed?
Monsoon and cyclone season from October to December can delay trucks. Plan an extra two to three days.
Can you design a stand for a leather show?
Yes. We design display-focused stands where product visibility and lighting matter most.


































































