AV-ICN Expo 2026 Mumbai: Dates, Venue & Visitor Guide

AV-ICN Expo 2026 runs from 28 to 30 May 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Goregaon East, Mumbai. If you specify, sell or install AV technology in India, from LED video walls to digital signage and AV over IP, this is the show to plan your May around.

AV-ICN stands for Audio Visual and Integrated Control Networks. It is organised by Informa Markets in India and runs alongside PALM Expo 2026 in adjacent halls, so one trip covers both the pro AV integration world and the wider audio, lighting and entertainment technology industry. Here is what you need to know before you go.

AV-ICN Expo 2026 at a glance: dates, venue and key facts

What is AV-ICN Expo 2026?

AV-ICN Expo is India's trade show built around professional audiovisual technology and integrated control networks. It covers the gear and software that goes into corporate offices, campuses, retail spaces, hospitals, command centres and government buildings: LED displays, digital signage, projection systems, conferencing hardware, signal management and networked AV.

The show sits at the point where traditional AV systems meet IT-driven infrastructure, so the floor reflects how those two worlds are merging. It is also known for putting Made in India AV products next to international solutions, which makes it a practical place to compare domestic and imported options in the same walk.

AV-ICN is co-located with PALM Expo, India's long-running pro audio, lighting and AV integration event. The two shows share the venue and the dates, and one trade badge gets you into both. For most visitors that means AV-ICN for the integration and signage side, and PALM for the wider audio and entertainment technology side.

Dates, timings and how to reach the venue

AV-ICN Expo 2026 takes place from Thursday 28 May to Saturday 30 May 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC), NESCO Complex, Western Express Highway, Goregaon East, Mumbai 400063. The show is open from 10 AM to 6 PM on 28 and 29 May, and from 10 AM to 5 PM on the final day, 30 May. Note the earlier close on Saturday if you are planning last-day meetings or a flight out.

BEC is one of India's largest exhibition complexes and it is easy to reach. It is roughly 6 km from Terminal 2 of Mumbai airport, a short walk from Goregaon East metro station on Mumbai Metro Line 7, and close to Ram Mandir and Goregaon stations on the Western Line. If you are coming up from south Mumbai by road, allow about an hour in peak traffic.

What to expect on the show floor

AV-ICN is organised around the workflows AV integrators actually deal with, so the floor breaks into focused areas for displays, conferencing, control and networking rather than one undifferentiated hall. Here is what each part covers.

Digital signage and display technology

• Cloud, on-premise and USB-based digital signage software platforms

• Direct-view LED, MicroLED, narrow-bezel LCD video walls and large-format displays

• Digital menu boards, digital notice boards and lobby signage

• Interactive kiosks, wayfinding displays and self-service terminals

Pro AV, conferencing and collaboration

• Certified hardware for Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms and Google Meet

• PTZ cameras, ceiling microphone arrays and digital signal processors

• Wireless presentation and bring-your-own-meeting solutions

• Smart workplace and unified communications platforms

Control rooms, projection and AV over IP

• Video wall controllers and large-scale signal management

• Command and control systems for smart cities, utilities and security

• Large-venue projection and image processing

• SDVoE, NDI and AVB-based AV distribution platforms with the networking hardware to run them

Two parts of the programme are worth singling out. AV-ICN runs the CAVS certification and training programme, an expert-led course with hands-on product time for AV professionals who want a recognised qualification. The show also presents the AV-ICN Excellence Awards, which recognise standout AV integration projects and product innovation. There are immersive projection-mapping experiences on the floor too, which are a good reference point if you work on large-format visual installations.

Knowledge and conference sessions

The combined AV-ICN and PALM Expo programme carries more than 50 knowledge and conference sessions across the three days. These cover technical design, business topics and case studies, and they run alongside the exhibition rather than replacing floor time, so plan your day around the sessions you actually want to sit in.

Who should attend AV-ICN Expo 2026?

AV-ICN is built for the people who make AV buying and design decisions across India. You will get value from the visit if your role is in any of these areas:

• AV system integrators, AV consultants and AV designers

• CTOs, CIOs and IT heads specifying AV and signage

• Project managers and purchase managers running fit-outs

• Architects and design consultants specifying AV in built environments

• Decision makers from banking, education, enterprise and government

• Buyers from hospital, hospitality, retail and entertainment

• Manufacturers, distributors and dealers across the AV channel

• Digital signage software resellers and content management partners

Why AV-ICN Expo 2026 matters for digital signage professionals

For most modern enterprises, digital signage and AV integration have become a single buying decision. A typical Grade A office now combines digital notice boards, room display management, queue screens, conferencing AV and lobby video walls, and the goal is usually to run all of it from one content management platform. AV-ICN is one of the few places in India where you can see that whole converged stack in one building. The same pattern shows up in retail, where retail digital signage software now sits next to promotional displays, menu boards and in-store networks as part of one rollout.

If you are scoping signage software for a project, that context is useful. You can compare cloud, on-premise and USB-based platforms in one walk, then look at them next to the displays, players and networking they need to run on. India's Pro AV market, valued at around USD 6.5 billion in 2025 and projected to reach USD 17.3 billion by 2031 (6Wresearch), is large enough that the vendor field here is genuinely competitive. Before you walk the floor, our guide to the features to look for in digital signage software will help you frame the right questions for each vendor, and our roundup of the top AV companies in India is a useful primer on who you are likely to meet.

How to register for AV-ICN Expo 2026

Registration for AV-ICN Expo 2026 is handled through the shared PALM Expo portal at registration.palmexpo.in. One badge covers both AV-ICN Expo and PALM Expo, so you only register once. Entry is free for pre-registered trade professionals, and you will need a business email and company details to complete the form. There are no published ticket tiers for the exhibition. Pre-registering is worth the few minutes it takes, since it saves you the on-site queue, especially on the busy first morning.

Travel and planning tips

AV-ICN falls during peak Mumbai heat, so plan for the weather as much as the show. A few things that help:

• Fly into Mumbai (BOM). Both terminals are within about 25 minutes of the venue

• Stay in Goregaon, Andheri or BKC for the shortest commute

• Use Mumbai Metro Line 7 to Goregaon East, or the Western Line to Ram Mandir or Goregaon. Both beat a cab in peak traffic

• Block at least two days to cover AV-ICN, PALM Expo and the sessions you want

• Pre-book demo slots with key exhibitors so you are not waiting in line on the floor

• Carry business cards. Many Indian AV decision makers still expect them

AV-ICN Expo 2026 FAQs

When is AV-ICN Expo 2026?

AV-ICN Expo 2026 takes place from 28 to 30 May 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai. The show is open 10 AM to 6 PM on 28 and 29 May, and 10 AM to 5 PM on 30 May.

Where is AV-ICN Expo 2026 held?

AV-ICN Expo 2026 is held at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC), NESCO Complex, Goregaon East, Mumbai 400063. The venue is about 6 km from Mumbai airport and a short walk from Goregaon East metro station on Mumbai Metro Line 7.

Who organises AV-ICN Expo 2026?

AV-ICN Expo 2026 is organised by Informa Markets in India. It is co-located with PALM Expo 2026 at the same venue and on the same dates.

Is AV-ICN Expo 2026 the same as PALM Expo?

No. AV-ICN Expo is a dedicated AV integration show covering digital signage, conferencing, control rooms and AV over IP. It is co-located with PALM Expo at the same venue and on the same dates, and one badge from the shared registration portal covers both shows.

How big is AV-ICN Expo 2026?

AV-ICN Expo 2026 brings together 300+ exhibitors and 1,000+ brands across around 40,000 sqm of exhibition space. The organiser expects more than 38,000 industry professionals across AV-ICN and the co-located PALM Expo.

How do I register for AV-ICN Expo 2026?

Registration for AV-ICN Expo 2026 is handled through the shared PALM Expo portal at registration.palmexpo.in. Entry is open to trade professionals who pre-register, and one badge covers both AV-ICN Expo and PALM Expo. You will need a business email and company details to complete the form.

What conference sessions does AV-ICN Expo 2026 have?

The combined AV-ICN and PALM Expo programme includes more than 50 knowledge and conference sessions across the three days. AV-ICN also runs the CAVS certification and training programme for AV professionals, and presents the AV-ICN Excellence Awards.

Final thoughts on AV-ICN Expo 2026

AV-ICN Expo 2026 is the most concentrated AV integration and digital signage business event in India, and being co-located with PALM Expo means three days at BEC give you visibility into both the integration side and the wider entertainment technology industry. For anyone specifying signage and AV for Indian projects, that is a lot of ground covered in one trip.

Lock 28 to 30 May 2026 into your calendar and pre-register through registration.palmexpo.in. For more shows worth planning around this year, see the full Wilyer digital signage events calendar.