Expo Riva Schuh & Gardabags (January edition)

102nd Edition — opening of the 2025/26 autumn-winter season

From January 11 to 14, 2025, Riva del Garda hosted the 102nd edition of Expo Riva Schuh & Gardabags, featuring 1,100 exhibitors from 36 countries. There was a strong Asian presence, with China leading in the number of companies (about 375), followed by Italy with over 220 exhibitors—primarily from the Marche, Tuscany, Puglia, Lombardy, and Veneto regions. For the first time, a company from Morocco also participated, while 134 exhibitors were making their absolute debut.

The event recorded approximately 9,000 entries, in line with expectations, with accredited buyers from 111 countries (70% of whom were owners or head buyers) and international journalists from numerous nations. An edition that confirmed the fair's central role in the global volume footwear calendar.