With strong support from its global membership, AIPH has formally approved International Horticulture Goyang Korea 2026 (IHK 2026) as an International Horticultural Show (C Category) and Trade Show (D Category).
Taking place from 24 April to 10 May 2026 at Ilsan Lake Park in Goyang, Republic of Korea, the exhibition, locally known as the 2026 Goyang International Flower Expo, marks its third consecutive AIPH approval and confirms its position within the Association’s global programme of recognised horticultural shows.
Building on Three Decades of Excellence
Organised by the Goyang International Flower Foundation (GIFF), the exhibition draws on more than 30 years of horticultural event experience in the city. What began as a much-loved flower festival has steadily matured into a structured international platform that balances public celebration with professional exchange.
Running for 17 days, the exhibition will present nursery stock, cut flowers, foliage plants, and flowering pot plants, alongside networking and trade exchange programmes designed to strengthen global competitiveness.
Expanding Trade and International Participation
IHK 2026 will span approximately 280,000 square metres of landscaped parkland, combining immersive outdoor floral installations with an expanded indoor exhibition environment. The Goyang Flower Exhibition Centre will be joined by two additional indoor halls, creating more opportunities for international participants and business dialogue.
Organisers expect to welcome over 400,000 visitors in 2026, reinforcing the exhibition’s dual value as a consumer-facing celebration and a professional meeting point.
Tim Briercliffe, Secretary General of AIPH, commented:
“Goyang has demonstrated consistency, ambition, and professionalism over multiple editions. The continued approval of IHK reflects the confidence of AIPH Members in the Foundation’s ability to deliver an exhibition that connects growers, breeders, traders, and the public. It is an excellent example of how city-based horticultural exhibitions can strengthen international collaboration while inspiring communities to value plants in everyday life.”
Showcasing the Power of Plants
Through its mix of competitive floristry classes, trade exchange, municipal leadership, and public celebration, IHK 2026 aligns with AIPH’s strategic pillars of Championing Demand, Connecting Knowledge, and Celebrating Excellence.
As Goyang prepares for its 2026 edition, the exhibition reinforces the Republic of Korea’s growing role within the global horticultural community and AIPH’s commitment to strengthening its international exhibition programme.
The journey to IHK 2026 continues, supported by AIPH’s global network and guided by a shared belief in the power of plants to enrich cities, economies, and lives.
