Event Name: The 21st "China Optics Valley" International Optoelectronics Expo
Event Overview: The 21st "China Optics Valley" International Optoelectronic Expo (referred to as "Optics Expo") will be held from May 18th to 20th, 2026 at the Wuhan China Optics Valley Science and Technology Exhibition Center. As an annual industry event in the fields of optoelectronics and information technology, this exhibition is themed "Connecting All Things with Light, Leading the Future with Intelligence", focusing on four core areas: laser technology and applications, optics and precision optics, optical communication and all-optical networks, and optoelectronic integration and innovative applications. It covers key industries such as automobiles, new energy, aerospace, and biomedicine, and is committed to promoting the upgrading and innovative development of central industries empowered by optoelectronic technology. In addition to exhibitions, high-level concurrent events are also a major highlight of the Wuhan Light Expo. In 2026, more than 20 high-end conferences and special events covering the three cutting-edge fields of laser, optical communication, and optoelectronics will be held during the exhibition, bringing together more than 300 authoritative experts including academicians and industry leaders to create a core platform for deep communication and ideological collision in the industry.
Event Time: May 18th, 10:00-17:30 (Admission ends at 17:00)
May 19th 9:00-17:30 (entry will stop at 17:00)
May 20th 9:00-15:30 (Admission will stop at 14:30)
*Specific entry time confirmed one month before the exhibition
Venue: Wuhan China Optics Valley Technology Exhibition Center (No. 787 Gaoxin Avenue, Donghu New Technology Development Zone, Wuhan)
Expected audience/attendees: 30000 people
Expected number of exhibitors: 400
Exhibition area: 30000 square meters
Quick overview of exhibition highlights:
Observing an industry event held at "China Optics Valley": The Optics Expo is a vivid epitome of the high-quality development of the "China Optics Valley" and even the national optoelectronic industry. Here, the audience can get up close to the cutting-edge scientific research achievements and industrial application examples of the optoelectronic industry at home and abroad, explore cooperation directions, and capture business opportunities.
Gathering cutting-edge achievements and focusing on optoelectronic innovation: Bringing together the innovative achievements of nearly 400 companies worldwide, covering key fields such as laser equipment, optics, optical communication, and intelligent manufacturing, we present industry innovation trends and core resources to you.
First class communication platform, in-depth connection with global experts and entrepreneurs: more than 20 high-end conferences were held at the same time, and more than 300 academicians, experts and industrial leaders were joined together to discuss the path of technological innovation, research and development direction and industrial upgrading strategy in depth around the cutting-edge technology racetracks such as laser, ultrafast laser, optical chip, industrial Internet, so as to inject intellectual momentum into the high-quality development of the industry.
Precise docking service: Set up supporting activities such as industry docking meetings, procurement negotiation areas, and park inspections to facilitate practical cooperation.


Simultaneous Meeting:
| international conference |
| Academic Conference on the Progress of Laser and Optoelectronics |
| The 5th Intelligent Photon ConferenceAI Photonics Technology Seminar |
| the 19thChina Optics Valley International Laser Industry Summit |
| Industry Conference |
| F5G-A Industry Summit and ONA Annual Ceremony |
| 2026 China's Top 10 Optical Industry Technology Awards Ceremony and Industry Innovation Conference |
| 2026 China's Top 10 Optical Industry Technology Awards Ceremony and Industry Innovation Conference - Sub venue 1 |
| 2026 China's Top 10 Optical Industry Technology Awards Ceremony and Industry Innovation Conference - Sub venue 2 |
| Huazhong University of Science and Technology Optoelectronic Industry Alumni Conference |
| New starting point for optoelectronic foreign tradeZero Foundation Layout Cross border Comprehensive Strategy |
| Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing Industry Matchmaking Conference |
| 2026 Micro Nano Optoelectronics Summit |
| academic conference |
| 2026 China Optics Valley Optoelectronics Undergraduate Forum and Optoelectronics Graduate Summit |
| the 4thSeminar on Advanced Photolithography Technology |
| the firstSeminar on Advanced Optoelectronic Materials and Device Integration Technology |
| the firstAdvanced Imaging Seminar |
| the firstSeminar on "Laser Precision Manufacturing" |
| the firstSeminar on Optoelectronic Detection and Communication Technology |
| International Symposium on Optical Communication Technology and Industry |
OrganizerHubei Provincial Government
Undertaking Unit:Wuhan Municipal People's Government, Hubei Provincial Department of Economy and Information Technology, Wuhan Donghu New Technology Development Zone Management Committee
Executive organizer:Reed Exhibitions
The first year of the exhibition: 2002
Contact Person:
Ms. Lu
Phone: 021-2231 7112