Souvenirs, Gifts, Folk Art, Fashion & Accessories Trade Fair Heraklion

The Souvenirs, Gifts, Folk Art, Fashion & Accessories Trade Fair (SGFA) is Crete’s premier trade show for tourist gift items, traditional craftsmanship, and fashion accessories. Each year, the International Exhibition Center of Crete in Gournes near Heraklion hosts this key industry event. The fair is organized by Alfa Expo GP, an experienced Greek trade fair organizer with a strong network in the tourism and retail sectors.

What sets SGFA apart is its clear focus on products specifically tailored to the tourist retail market. It serves as a central meeting point for manufacturers, wholesalers, and trade visitors from across Greece and abroad to exchange ideas on emerging trends and proven sales strategies.

The exhibition is carefully curated to suit the Mediterranean market. On display are handcrafted goods, replicas, religious folk art, and fashion items such as sandals, bags, swimwear, sunglasses, and accessories. The fair also showcases souvenirs, natural cosmetics, cannabis-based products, silver and gold jewelry, toys, tobacco products, postcards, maps, textiles, and handmade gifts. This diverse range is complemented by digital printing solutions, packaging materials, and store fittings – everything needed for a successful tourist retail business.

A distinctive feature of SGFA is its strong cultural connection. The exhibited products reflect both the creative diversity of Greece and the deep-rooted traditions of Crete – from handcrafted Cretan knives and embroidery to regional foods and beverages that embody the island’s culinary heritage.

SGFA brings together a wide spectrum of industries under one roof, including tourism, retail, crafts, design, fashion, and decoration. Exhibitors come from all over Greece and the broader Mediterranean region. Visitors primarily include retailers, boutique and souvenir shop owners, hotel chains, shopping centers, wholesalers, and designers.

In addition to its exhibition offerings, the fair features a diverse supporting program with product showcases, innovation awards, and numerous networking opportunities.

The venue, the International Exhibition Center of Crete, is conveniently located near Heraklion Airport and is easily accessible by car and public transport. Nestled in the scenic coastal landscape of Crete, the modern exhibition center offers ideal conditions for networking, business development, and cultural discovery.

The Souvenirs, Gifts, Folk Art, Fashion & Accessories Trade Fair will take place on 4 days from Friday, 23. January to Monday, 26. January 2026 in Heraklion.