The 38th National Exhibition of Iranian Handicrafts: A Living Treasure of Iranian Culture
Handicrafts Exhibition Calendar – The 38th National Handicrafts Exhibition will be held in Tehran from 6 to 10 Shahrivar 1404 (corresponding to August 28 to September 1, 2025 ) by the Successful Voice of Iran Exhibition Company. This event is not just an exhibition; it is a living gallery of authentic Iranian arts with a 7% share in the country’s cultural exports.
Vital exhibition information:
- Title: 38th National Iranian Handicrafts Exhibition
- Date: 6 to 10 Shahrivar 1404 (28 August to 1 September 2025)
- Visiting hours: 10:00 to 20:00
- Presenter: Avay Mofaqev Iranian Exhibition Company
- Location: Tehran, Valiasr Street, before Tajrish Square, after Bahman Alley, next to Mellat Bank, No. 3159, second floor
- Postal code: 1988655174
- Contact: 021-22741845 | 021-22701309
- Website: آوای موفق ایرانیان – برگزاری تخصصی رویداد
Why is this exhibition vital for handicrafts?
1. Traditional Arts Economic Hub:
This exhibition brings together 300 top artists and workshops:
- It creates a market worth 800 billion tomans.
- In the past period, it led to exports of $50 million.
- It has a 15% share in the country’s cultural employment (with 1.2 million artists).
2. Protection of intangible cultural heritage:
The rarest arts in danger of extinction are presented:
- UNESCO-registered arts (enamel, calligraphy, carpet weaving)
- Traditional techniques dating back over 1,000 years
- Works by famous artists and international masters
- Live workshops teaching rare arts
3. A window to global markets:
For artists, this exhibition creates exceptional opportunities:
- Direct connection with 200 international buyers from 40 countries
- 60% increase in sales compared to the previous exhibition
- Meeting 35,000 special visitors and collectors
- Access to high-quality raw materials from 30 provinces of the country
National Iranian Handicrafts Exhibition
Booth Building: A Showcase of Authentic Iranian Art
In this exhibition, your booth tells the story of your artistic identity . Experience shows:
- Concept booths attract up to 70% of the attention of international gallery owners
- A 55 percent increase in the price of works has been recorded at professional booths.
- The opportunity to see live performances of handicrafts by master craftsmen is provided.
Vital elements of a successful craft booth:
- Museum showcases: Safely display exquisite works with professional lighting
- Interactive spaces: allowing visitors to experience the construction process
- Consulting rooms: specialized negotiations with major buyers
- Story-driven panels: Narrating the history and philosophy of each art
Expert Tip: To design a booth that showcases your art more brilliantly, view
our portfolio in the Craft Booth Design Gallery .
Exhibition Specialized Groups
| Art District | Sample works | Market share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional textiles | Carpets, rugs, gebbeh, embroidery | 40 percent |
| Metal arts | Engraving, enameling, inlay work | 25 percent |
| Pottery and ceramics | Traditional tiles, pottery | 15 percent |
| Wooden arts | Carving, mosaic, turning | 12 percent |
| Book-related arts | Illumination, symbolism, painting | 8 percent |
Industry Outlook to 1410
According to the plans of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage:
- 120% growth in handicraft exports
- UNESCO registers 15 new arts
- Establishing 50 specialized handicraft towns
- Attracting 300,000 new students
Don’t miss the golden opportunity to attend the most important event of traditional Iranian arts! To design a booth that suits the originality of your works, contact
us through the contact us page .
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