The International Franchise Expo will take place in New York on May 29 and 30, 2026, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. The event will bring together franchise brands, investors, suppliers, and prospective franchisees from the United States and more than 60 countries worldwide. More than 150 franchise exhibitors are expected to attend across sectors including foodservice, fitness, retail, healthcare, and home services.
A key event for franchise growth and expansion
Organised by MFV Expositions, the annual expo continues to position itself as a meeting point for franchise development, multi unit expansion, and international growth opportunities. Educational workshops and conference sessions will run alongside the exhibition floor, covering topics including franchise operations, legal frameworks, financing, and business development.
Strong international participation expected
This year’s edition is also expected to attract growing international participation, with dedicated country pavilions and brands attending from markets including the United Kingdom, France, Spain, Japan, and Kyrgyzstan. Organisers say the event is designed to facilitate direct conversations between franchisors, investors, trade delegations, and master franchise candidates exploring expansion opportunities in the U.S. and abroad.
Over 150 exhibitors and key industry sectors represented
Exhibitors announced for the 2026 show include franchise brands operating across quick service restaurants, fitness, retail, and service industries, alongside franchise suppliers and industry advisors. The event will also feature an Emerging Brands Pavilion dedicated to younger franchise systems looking to accelerate their development.
L’Express Franchise North America to attend the 2026 edition
L’Express Franchise North America will also attend the event as part of its continued expansion across the U.S. and Canadian franchise markets. Positioned as a global recruitment partner for franchisors, the platform supports brands through franchisee recruitment, international visibility, and ongoing lead generation across North America and Europe.
Franchise professionals, investors, and brands attending the expo will also have the opportunity to connect directly with the L’Express Franchise North America team during the event.
Event Details
- Event: International Franchise Expo
- Dates: May 29–30, 2026
- Venue: Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
- Address: 429 11th Avenue, New York, NY 10001, United States
