The woodworking and wood industry is set to host several significant events in 2025, providing professionals with opportunities to network, discover innovations, and discuss industry trends. Below is a curated list of notable fairs, exhibitions, and conferences scheduled for 2025:

Wood Industry Networking & Snow Sports Event (WINS)
Date: February 5–7, 2025
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Overview: WINS combines industry networking with recreational activities, offering a unique platform for professionals to connect in a relaxed environment.

Wood Industry Conference (WIC)
Date: April 29 – May 1, 2025
Location: Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, Scottsdale, Arizona
Overview: WIC is a premier event for woodworking machinery importers, manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers, featuring industry keynotes and business strategy sessions.

Dubai WoodShow 2025
Date: April 14–16, 2025
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE
Overview: This event brings together exhibitors and visitors globally, focusing on wood products, woodworking machinery, and technology, serving as a gateway to the Middle Eastern market.

LIGNA 2025
Date: May 26–30, 2025
Location: Hannover, Germany
Overview: As the world’s leading trade fair for woodworking and timber processing, LIGNA showcases machinery for furniture production, sawmills, and timber construction.

Xylexpo 2025
Date: May 27–30, 2025
Location: Milan, Italy
Overview: Xylexpo focuses on woodworking technologies and supplies, offering workshops, demonstrations, and showcasing the latest innovations in wood-based products.

Forest Products EXPO 2025
Date: August 6–8, 2025
Location: Music City Center, Nashville, Tennessee
Overview: This event has been a cornerstone of the wood products manufacturing community for over 70 years, facilitating connections and showcasing industry advancements.

AWFS Fair 2025
Date: July 22–25, 2025
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada
Overview: One of North America’s largest woodworking trade shows, the AWFS Fair features cutting-edge tools, supplies, and services, focusing on advanced technologies and sustainable practices.

Wood Pro Expo Lancaster
Date: October 23–24, 2025
Location: Spooky Nook Sports Center, Manheim, Pennsylvania
Overview: This regional event caters to woodworking professionals, offering exhibits, educational sessions, and networking opportunities.

WMS 2025 Conference and Expo
Date: November 12–14, 2025
Location: Toronto Congress Centre, Toronto, Canada
Overview: As Canada’s national event for the wood industry, WMS connects professional woodworking buyers with prominent machinery manufacturers and suppliers.

Saudi Wood Expo
Date: September 1–3, 2025
Location: Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Overview: Saudi Arabia`s largest event for the wood and woodworking machinery industry, providing a platform for local and international companies to showcase their products.

Stay Informed with WoodBusinessPortal.com! For professionals seeking comprehensive information on these events and more, WoodBusinessPortal.com serves as a valuable resource. The platform connects buyers, sellers, wholesalers, manufacturers, and exporters worldwide, offering a wide range of business opportunities and up-to-date market information. With an extensive database of offers and requests, WoodBusinessPortal.com is an indispensable tool for staying informed and competitive in the wood industry.

Attending these events in 2025 will provide wood industry professionals with unparalleled opportunities to engage with peers, explore the latest technological advancements, and expand their business networks. Leveraging resources like WoodBusinessPortal.com can further enhance your ability to stay ahead in this dynamic industry.

Sources:
1. Woodindustry.org
2. Wood Working Network
3. Eventseye
4. Wood Workers Institute