Prague once again takes centre stage in the international cannabis industry as CANNAFEST brings together companies, professionals, researchers and enthusiasts from around the world. The event showcases the latest developments in cannabis cultivation, CBD, technology, vaporizers, cosmetics and industrial hemp applications.
The cannabis industry has an important annual gathering in the Czech capital. CANNAFEST, one of Europe’s best-known international cannabis trade fairs, returns in 2026 for its sixteenth edition at the PVA Expo Praha Letňany exhibition centre in Prague.
Taking place from 6 to 8 November, the event brings together businesses and professionals from across the globe to explore the latest trends in an industry that continues to evolve and diversify.
More than just a commercial exhibition, CANNAFEST has established itself as an international meeting point for knowledge exchange, innovation and business opportunities across the cannabis and hemp sectors.
What Is CANNAFEST and Why Is It One of the Leading Cannabis Trade Fairs?
CANNAFEST is an international trade fair dedicated to cannabis and medicinal plants. It brings together manufacturers, distributors, growers, researchers, associations and consumers under one roof.
The event covers virtually every area connected to the plant, from cultivation and genetics to hemp-derived products, cosmetics, textiles, extraction technologies and vaporization equipment.
One of its greatest strengths is its international character. The exhibition offers visitors the opportunity to discover products and solutions developed by companies from different markets, establish business contacts and explore new opportunities within the industry.
The 2025 edition welcomed approximately 24,000 visitors, including around 3,000 trade professionals from 50 countries. A total of 247 exhibitors participated across five exhibition halls and more than 14,000 square metres of exhibition space. Around 80% of participating companies came from outside the Czech Republic.
These figures demonstrate the international scale that CANNAFEST has achieved.
Cannabis Cultivation, CBD and New Technologies Take Centre Stage
One of the main attractions of CANNAFEST is the wide range of industries represented throughout its exhibition halls.
Visitors can discover the latest developments in cultivation systems, lighting equipment, fertilizers, seeds, plant genetics and specialist growing equipment. Extraction technologies, vaporizers and accessories also play an important role.
CBD and hemp-derived products are equally prominent within the exhibition.
Some of the main product categories include:
- Cultivation and genetics: seeds, lighting systems, fertilizers, growing media and specialist equipment.
- CBD and hemp-derived products: commercial products, formulations and applications involving non-intoxicating cannabinoids.
- Vaporization: devices, technology and vaporization accessories.
- Natural cosmetics: products made using hemp ingredients and plant extracts.
- Food and textiles: hemp-based food products and materials manufactured from hemp fibres.
- Extraction and processing: machinery, systems and technological solutions for processing plant materials.
- Accessories and paraphernalia: products designed for the specialist cannabis market.
This diversity makes CANNAFEST an important showcase for the technological and commercial development of an industry that extends far beyond recreational cannabis.
An International Meeting Point for Cannabis Businesses and Professionals
CANNAFEST is not exclusively aimed at individual consumers. Much of its value lies in the professional and commercial opportunities it provides.
Manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, specialist retailers and technology companies use the exhibition to launch new products, establish partnerships and identify potential business opportunities.
The presence of international companies also allows participants to compare different business approaches and discover how the market is developing across different countries.
For emerging businesses, attending an event of this kind can provide an opportunity to increase brand visibility, showcase innovations and connect with potential distributors.
Industry professionals can also explore new solutions involving energy efficiency, cultivation automation, plant processing and the development of hemp-derived products.
Conferences and Education: Knowledge Is Also a Priority
Another important feature of CANNAFEST is its programme of professional conferences and educational activities.
Throughout the event, presentations and discussions address topics related to cannabis education, medicinal applications, the use of hemp as a natural resource, and the commercial and regulatory aspects of the industry.
These sessions provide an opportunity to explore issues beyond product launches and create a space for sharing knowledge and professional experience.
Media organisations, associations and institutions connected to the sector also participate, presenting their projects and activities to an international audience.
Conference attendance is included for visitors holding a valid exhibition ticket.
Prague: A Strategic Location for Europe’s Cannabis Industry
The sixteenth edition of CANNAFEST takes place from 6 to 8 November 2026 at PVA Expo Praha Letňany in Prague, Czech Republic.
Official opening hours are:
Friday, 6 November: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm.
Saturday, 7 November: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm.
Sunday, 8 November: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm.
The exhibition also features a designated smoking area, additional activities, music and spaces designed for younger visitors.
Its format combines commercial exhibitions, education and entertainment, offering visitors the opportunity to explore different aspects of the cannabis industry.
The Future of Cannabis Is Also Being Shaped at CANNAFEST
The cannabis industry is evolving through scientific research, technological innovation, regulatory changes and the emergence of new industrial and commercial applications.
In this context, international events such as CANNAFEST play an important role by bringing together businesses, professionals and organisations from different countries.
The development of hemp-derived products, advanced cultivation technologies, extraction systems and medicinal applications are all part of a market that continues to transform.
CANNAFEST represents precisely this meeting point between tradition, innovation and business opportunities.
Year after year, the exhibition demonstrates that the cannabis industry is far broader than many people imagine and continues to strengthen its position on the international stage.
