About SPOEX
SEOUL INTERNATIONAL SPORTS
& LEISURE INDUSTRY SHOW
ALL THAT SPORTS SPOEX
SEEK THE ENERGETIC & PASSIONALTE SPOEX
At SPOEX 2025, we established the SPO-TECH Special Zone showcasing cutting-edge sports convergence technologies, along with the K-Pro Sports Special Zone, creating interactive spaces where visitors could experience a wide range of sports including football (soccer), basketball, baseball, volleyball, golf, billiards, and handball.
A total of 319 companies participated in SPOEX—an increase of 7% compared to 298 companies in 2024. Through a rich program of side events such as the Fitness Festival, a bodybuilding competition, a pickleball experience zone, and the Sports Industry Job Fair, the show welcomed 43,602 visitors over four days—up 35.6% from 32,142 in 2024.
In addition, the Buyer Export Consultation Meetings and Sports Investment-Matching Consultations helped expand overseas sales channels for domestic companies and energized business networking. The Sports Industry Symposium, together with various forums and seminars, also provided a platform to share the latest industry trends and discuss future directions.
HEALTH/FITNESS
Top trade show leading the latest trends in Korea's sports and leisure industry
| Period | Mar 26(Thu) ~ Mar 29(Sun), 2026, 4days |
|---|---|
| Venue | COEX 1F, HALL A |
| Exhibit Items | Treadmill, Weight machine, Flexibility exercise machine, Health care goods |
SPORTING GOODS
Top trade show leading the latest trends in Korea's sports and leisure industry
| Period | Mar 26(Thu) ~ Mar 29(Sun), 2026, 4days |
|---|---|
| Venue | COEX 1F, HALL A |
| Exhibit Items | Indoor sports, sport wear, Ground sport facilities, Sports services |
HEALTHCARE
Top trade show leading the latest trends in Korea's sports and leisure industry
| Period | Mar 26(Thu) ~ Mar 29(Sun), 2026, 4days |
|---|---|
| Venue | COEX 1F, Hall B |
| Exhibit Items |
Camping equipment : Tent, Tarp, Sleeping Bag, Mat, Burner, Table, Lantern, Hammock, etc. Autocamping Equipment : CARAVAN, Leisure Car, Caravan, Roof Rack, Roof Box, Roof top tent, Awning, etc. Camping Food : Barbecue, Package Food, Freeze Food, Reserve, Cooking Utensil, Food Materials, etc. Camping Service : All over the country camping/autocamping ground, Travel agency, etc. |
SPORTS NUTRITION
Top trade show leading the latest trends in Korea's sports and leisure industry
| Period | Mar 26(Thu) ~ Mar 29(Sun), 2026, 4days |
|---|---|
| Venue | COEX 1F, Hall A |
| Exhibit Items |
Exericse Supplements : Protein supplements, creatine, BCAA, arginine, etc. Health/Diet Foods : Vitamins, chicken breast, red ginseng, oatmeal, etc. Low-Calorie Foods : Zero-calorie drinks, Greek yogurt, low-calorie lunch boxes, low-calorie ready meals, etc. |
SPORTS WEAR/OUTDOOR
Top trade show leading the latest trends in Korea's sports and leisure industry
| Period | Mar 26(Thu) ~ Mar 29(Sun), 2026, 4days |
|---|---|
| Venue | COEX 1F, Hall B |
| Exhibit Items |
Sports Apparel : Training wear, athleisure, functional wear, functional innerwear and socks, etc. Golf Equipment : Golf apparel, golf rangefinders, putting practice devices, golf gloves, etc. Outdoor Wear : Outdoor shirts/pants/jackets, functional innerwear, hiking boots, trekking shoes, climbing shoes, functional footwear, etc. Outdoor Equipment : Helmets, trekking poles, ropes, runners, cams, ascenders, carabiners, harnesses, hats, gloves, sunglasses, etc. |
LEISURE/BIKES/CAMPING
Top trade show leading the latest trends in Korea's sports and leisure industry
| Period | Mar 26(Thu) ~ Mar 29(Sun), 2026, 4days |
|---|---|
| Venue | COEX 3F, HALL C |
| Exhibit Items |
Leisure Sports : Equipment and services for skiing, snowboarding, surfing, skating, paragliding, etc. Sports Tourism : Sports-specialized cities, sports tourism packages, sports facilities and services, etc. Complete Bicycles : BMX, MTB, road bikes, hybrid bikes, electric bikes, etc Bicycle Equipment : Tires, frames, handlebars, brakes, gears, chains, etc. Bicycle Accessories : Apparel, shoes, tools, racks, night lights, carriers, helmets, water bottles, etc. Camping Equipment : Tents, tarps, sleeping bags, mattresses, tables, chairs, stoves/torches, camping lanterns, heaters, fuel, etc. Camping Food : Ready-to-eat meals, barbecue grills, direct fire ovens, camping utensils, etc. |
WATER SPORTS (KUSPO)
| Period | Mar 26(Thu) ~ Mar 29(Sun), 2026, 4days |
|---|---|
| Venue | COEX 3F, HALL C |
| Exhibit Items |
Diving Equipment : Skin-scuba, Snorkeling Equipment and Articles/Scuba, Diving Equipment and Articles Underwater Digital Equipment : Underwater Camera and Camcorder, Water Pressure Gauge, Underwater Lantern, Etc. Marine Sports Service : Skin-scuba Education and Academy, Resort, etc. Marine Sports Equipment : Boat, Yacht, Canoe, Kayak, Rafting Boat, Surfboard, Windsurfing, Water-ski, etc. |
Optimizing participant promotion through high media coverage
- SPOEX was featured over 900 times on national and international television networks, radio, magazines, and newspapers.
- SPOEX closely follows public trends and spending habits, monitoring industry changes to stay ahead of the market.
- Additional Concurrent events such as the "Big Buyer Invitation Business Meeting" World Class Pavilion, Start-Up Pavilion VR Sports Pavilion and Education Seminars, Draw further Attention from Media and Attendees
Showcase your business to the domestic and overseas markets
SPOEX offers a unique opportunity to connect with both domestic and overseas buyers at the show
KITA. 511, Yeongdongdae-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea Trade call center(24/7) 1566-5114
Secretariat K.Fairs LTD. 159-1 Samsung-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, 138-863 KOREA
TEL:82-2-555-7153 / FAX:82-2-556-9474 / E-mail:spoex@kfairs.com
