The Australian Toy Hobby & Licensing Fair is the top trade event for toy, hobby and collectible brands to showcase their most innovative and exciting products. With a diverse audience of buyers, retailers and hobby enthusiasts, this is the ideal event to build visibility and make meaningful connections among potential partners and fellow fans alike.

• Join over 200 other brands offering everything from toys and gadgets to high-value licensed products.
• Toys aren’t just for kids! This event draws more than 4,000 trade attendees, including retailers, distributors and esteemed hobbyists, all actively looking for the next big thing in collectibles.
• Since business credentials are required to attend this trade-only show, exhibitors can be confident they’re interacting with genuine trade buyers and partners.
• Beyond business, this is a great opportunity to meet industry professionals who are equally passionate about fandom culture. These connections can spark collaborations, inspire new ideas and grow your brand’s community.
• With increasing attention to sustainable products, the fair offers a spotlight on eco-friendly and innovative products.

• Manufacturers of toys, games and puzzles
• Hobby and collectible brands producing model kits and hobby materials for specialty and niche interests
• Companies specialising in licensed or franchise-based products
• Eco-friendly and sustainable packaging companies
• Distributors and retail partners looking to expand their networks in the toy and hobby industries
• Innovative startups and new entrants to the toy and hobby industry

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The Australian Toy, Hobby, and Licensing Fair will take place on February 11-14, 2024 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. The Fair will feature over 200 exhibitors showcasing a wide variety of toys, games, hobbies, and licensed products. With an expected attendance of over 4,000 retailers and buyers from Australia, New Zealand, and around the world, the Fair is the perfect platform to discover new products, make connections, and grow your business.

Highlights of the Fair include:

• A diverse array of exhibits, catering to a wide range of interests
• A dedicated HOBBIES section with Model Cars, Model Railways, Collectibles,
• Modelling materials, and Remote Control products
• An impressive range of LICENSED PRODUCTS from your favourite brands
• Opportunities to network with other industry professionals
• Educational workshops and seminars

Who should attend the Fair:  

• Retailers
• Wholesalers
• Buying groups
• Trade-related entities
• Hobbyists
• Collectors
• Anyone interested in the toy and hobby industry

Hobbies enthusiasts won’t be disappointed as the fair will feature a dedicated HOBBIES section with Model Cars, Model Railways, Collectibles, Modelling materials, and Remote Control products. And of course, no Toy Fair would be complete without a selection of LICENSED PRODUCTS from your favourite brands.

Please note that this event is strictly for trade professionals only, so be sure to bring your valid business identification when registering.