Full Event Lineup Unveiled for PIS 2026, The 27th Preview in SEOUL Builds Integrated Global Textile Industry Platform

Preview in SEOUL 2026 (PIS 2026), the 27th edition of Korea’s flagship textile sourcing fair themed CO-OP: Better Together, has officially released its full schedule of supporting industry events. Scheduled to run from Wednesday, August 19 to Friday, August 21, 2026 at COEX Seoul (Hall A & The Platz), the exhibition gathers 515 domestic and international suppliers of eco-friendly functional fabrics, sustainable textiles and fashion tech. A comprehensive program covering 22 professional seminars, 2 global industry forums, 8 brand pitching sessions and 4 TechSphere guided tours will connect global buyers, fabric manufacturers and designers under one roof for trend sharing, technical exchange and B2B matchmaking.

1. Basic Exhibition Overview

• Dates: August 19–21, 2026
• Opening Hours: 09:30 – 18:00 daily; closing advanced to 17:00 on the final day (Aug 21)
• Venue: COEX Hall A (1F) & The Platz for exhibits; Conference Room E (3F) for all seminars
• Product Categories: Sustainable & functional fabrics, recycled yarns, vegan synthetic leather, trims & accessories, digital textile printing, textile machinery and fashion innovation solutions
• Scale: 515 exhibitors in total, including 267 Korean local manufacturers and 248 overseas enterprises from 11 countries. Three joint regional pavilions (Gyeonggi, Gyeonggi Textile Association, Spinners & Weavers Association of Korea) showcase premium Korean textile manufacturing capabilities

2. Full Lineup of Official Supporting Events

PIS 2026 delivers a multi-layered content agenda covering trend forecasting, technical workshops, trade pitching and guided innovation tours, open to all registered trade visitors:

(1) 22 Professional Seminars & 2 Global Forums

• Venue: Conference Room E, 3rd Floor COEX, running across all three show days
• Access Rule: Pre-registration requiredfor entry
• Core Topics: Sustainable textile standards, PFC-free durable water repellent finishes, recycled fiber certifications, AI textile design, global apparel supply chain trends, ZDHC compliance, high-performance outdoor textiles and international brand procurement standards. Speakers include senior experts from TESTEX, SGS, KOFOTI, IDFL and leading fabric manufacturers
• Two flagship Global Forums will take place on Stage A (1F Hall A) on Aug 19 and 20, focusing on cross-border textile collaboration and circular fashion economy, exclusively for industry decision-makers.

(2) 8 Pitching Stage Innovation Sessions

• Venue: Stage A, Hall A (1F), August 20
• Access Rule: Walk-in open access, no prior sign-up needed
• Highlights: Domestic and international fabric & sustainable material brands pitch cutting-edge products directly to global buyers and fashion merchandisers, enabling instant face-to-face business matching.

(3) 4 TechSphere Guided Docent Tours

• Venue: TechSphere Zone inside Hall A, sessions available daily Aug 19–21
• Access Rule: Free to all visitors without advance registration
• Highlights: Professional guides walk attendees through breakthrough textile technologies, eco-friendly finishing processes and smart textile machinery, with real-world demonstrations of 4-way stretch recycled knits, low-VOC faux leather and fluorine-free water-repellent textiles.

(4) Additional Business Support Programs

• Trend Forum Series: Three dedicated zones unveil FW2027 color palettes and fabric trends, paired with finished apparel samples to demonstrate material commercialization;
• BMS Business Matching System: Qualified buyers can pre-book one-on-one B2B meetings with exhibitors via the official website for targeted supply chain sourcing;
• Opening Ceremony: Held at Stage A at 10:30 on August 19 to kick off the three-day industry event.

Note: All event schedules, speaker rosters and session timetables are subject to minor revisions; real-time updates are available on the official PIS website.

3. Visitor Registration & Admission Guide (Free Entry)

Free Admission Policy

Admission to PIS 2026 is completely free of charge for all professional trade visitors; only online pre-registration is required to obtain a digital entry pass.

Online Pre-Registration (Fast Track, No On-Site Queues)

1. Complete visitor registration via the official PIS portal: https://previewinseoul.com/fairDash.do?hl=ENG
2. A unique QR pass will be sent to your registered email one day prior to the exhibition;
3. Simply present the QR code on your mobile device for direct entry without manual form filling. International overseas buyers will receive digital credentials via email exclusively.

Walk-In Registration Alternative

Visitors without pre-registration may fill out paper forms at the venue entrance, but long waiting times are expected. Organizers strongly recommend online pre-registration for efficient entry.

4. Industry Significance

As Korea’s most influential international textile sourcing exhibition, PIS 2026 centers on the “CO-OP” collaborative philosophy, linking fabric R&D, trend design, brand procurement and global trade into one integrated ecosystem. The three regional industrial pavilions showcase Korea’s competitive advantages in high-performance eco-friendly knits, wovens, vegan leather and spinning technology, complemented by a full roster of forums and pitching sessions. It serves as the core Asia textile trade hub for the second half of 2026, offering fabric suppliers premium exposure and global fashion brands a one-stop sourcing destination for sustainable and functional innovative textiles.

Media Contact

Organizer: Korea Federation of Textile Industries (KOFOTI) Official Website: https://www.previewinseoul.com