OBRA BLANCA 2026
Event Date
October 13–15, 2026
Location
Mexico City, Mexico
Expected Exhibitors
190
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryObra Blanca is a three-day exhibition of finishes and design products for architecture and interior design, held in Mexico City. Now in its 7th edition, the show brings together suppliers, professionals and leading figures of the sector, offering a program of conferences, forums and activities designed to help attendees expand their projects and connect with new business opportunities.
The event is aimed at professionals of the architecture and interior design industry. Its audience is composed mainly of architects, interior designers and designers (around 65%), along with builders and developers, manufacturers, distributors and students. Note that Obra Blanca is an adults-only event intended for industry professionals; attendees must be over 18.
Exhibitors are organized into themed pavilions covering ceramics and porcelain, bathroom fixtures and faucets, marble and natural stone, architectural finishes, lighting and home automation, paints and coatings, windows, natural woods and panels, installation systems and more. With more than 190 exhibitors across over 27,000 m² of exhibition space, plus curated content zones and a full conference agenda, Obra Blanca is a key meeting point for discovering new products, materials and trends in the Mexican design and construction market.
Show Highlights
Key features of the Obra Blanca experience include:
- Themed pavilions grouping quality suppliers by specialty (ceramics, stone, bathroom fixtures, lighting, paints, woods, windows and more).
- Three thematic cycles (Ciclos): the Habitable Space cycle (Oct 13), the Sustainability and Innovation cycle (Oct 14), and the Lighting cycle (Oct 15), developed in alliance with leading industry associations.
- Espacio Obra Blanca — a multipurpose content space hosting interviews, exhibitions, encounters and cocktails throughout the three days.
- Pronóstico CMF — a biannual interdisciplinary color-material-finish forecasting exercise; the CMF 2027 forecast was developed across Monterrey, Mérida and Mexico City and will be presented at the show.
- Espacio de Conexión — a business-networking area hosting technical talks by exhibiting brands.
- OB Especifica (new) — a digital tool that turns the exhibition walk-through into a project specification document and personalized moodboard.
- An international conference program, including a Pritzker Prize conference and other international speaker sessions.
Attendance
According to the organizer, the visitor profile breaks down approximately as: architects, interior designers and designers 65%; builders and developers 10%; manufacturers 6%; students 4%; distributors 2%; and other profiles 13%. The event reports more than 190 exhibitors across over 27,000 m² of exhibition space. No overall visitor headcount is published on the official site.
Booth Pricing
The official website does not publish exhibitor booth pricing. Prospective exhibitors are directed to complete the exhibitor form in the 'Exponer' section or contact the sales team at ventas@obrablancaexpo.com for rates and stand options.
Registration
Registration is completed online at obrablancaexpo.com (via the 'Regístrate' portal). Visitor ticket options and prices (pre-sale valid until October 2, 2026):
- 1-day general pass: $260 MXN pre-sale / $320 MXN on-site.
- 3-day general pass: $450 MXN pre-sale / $650 MXN on-site (buy 2 days and the third day is free).
- Full 3-day conference program: $1,300 MXN pre-sale / $1,700 MXN on-site (includes 3-day event entry).
- Pritzker Prize conference: $750 MXN pre-sale / $930 MXN on-site.
- Other international conferences: $650 MXN pre-sale / $850 MXN on-site (purchase of any international conference includes free event entry).
There are three ways to enter: pay online and receive a digital badge; pre-register and pay on arrival at the cashier modules; or register and pay on-site during the event. Registration is personal and non-transferable, and two people cannot register with the same email. General admission includes access to the exhibition and the free activities on the agenda. No student or senior discounts are offered.
History
Obra Blanca is an established exhibition of finishes and design products for architecture in Mexico. The 2026 event marks its 7th edition. The show has grown into a key sector platform, adding curated content programs such as the thematic Ciclos, the Espacio Obra Blanca content zone, the biannual Pronóstico CMF (color-material-finish) forecast, and, for 2026, a new digital specification tool, OB Especifica. The official site does not state the show's original founding year.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: August 1, 2026
Venue & Travel
Venue
Expo Santa Fe México
Av. Santa Fe #270, Colonia Santa Fe, Álvaro Obregón, C.P. 01210
Obra Blanca is held at Expo Santa Fe México, a convention and exhibition center in the Santa Fe business district of western Mexico City. The show occupies more than 27,000 m² of exhibition space. Attendee entry is through the venue's main lobby (lobby principal), where registration/cashier modules and a coat-check service are located; the coat check operates 10:00–19:30 at a flat rate of $50 MXN per day.
Parking
On-site parking at Expo Santa Fe México is charged by the hour: 1 hr $50 MXN, 2 hrs $100 MXN, 3 hrs $150 MXN, 4 hrs $200 MXN, 5–14 hrs $240 MXN, and 15–24 hrs $300 MXN. For more information the organizer lists Expo Santa Fe at fonofre@exposantafe.com.mx / +52 55 5292 5350.
Getting There
Expo Santa Fe México is located in the Santa Fe district of western Mexico City; the venue can be found on Waze and Google Maps. The organizer offers an official transfer (traslado) service at several points around Mexico, plus flight and lodging arrangements through its official travel agency, requestable via the 'Planea tu viaje' page. Visitors from other cities can contact reservaciones@obrablancaexpo.com or call 55-5868-9838 / 55-3474-6839. Mexico City International Airport (AICM) is the main international gateway; rideshare and taxi services also serve the venue.
Nearby Hotels
The official website does not list specific hotels by name. Obra Blanca offers official lodging, flight and transfer options at special negotiated rates through its official travel agency (Abatur), accessible via the 'Planea tu viaje' section of the site. Special hotel rates are provided in a downloadable flyer, and reservations can be arranged via reservaciones@obrablancaexpo.com or WhatsApp at +52 56 1175 0814. The organizer notes it does not solicit reservations through companies other than its official channels.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where does Obra Blanca 2026 take place?
Obra Blanca 2026 (7th edition) takes place Tuesday October 13 through Thursday October 15, 2026, from 10:00 to 19:00 each day, at Expo Santa Fe México in Mexico City. Event entry closes at 18:30.
Who should attend Obra Blanca?
It is a professional event for the architecture and interior design sector, with an audience of mainly architects, interior designers and designers, plus builders, developers, manufacturers, distributors and students. It is an adults-only event for attendees over 18.
How much do tickets cost and how do I register?
Register online at obrablancaexpo.com. A 1-day general pass is $260 MXN pre-sale ($320 on-site) and a 3-day pass is $450 MXN pre-sale ($650 on-site), with pre-sale prices valid until October 2, 2026. You can pay online, pre-register and pay at the cashier, or register on-site during the event.
What is included in general admission?
General admission includes access to the exhibition and the free activities on the agenda, including the themed Ciclos, Espacio Obra Blanca, the Pronóstico CMF, and the Espacio de Conexión. International conferences, such as the Pritzker Prize conference, require a separate paid ticket.
Is parking available at the venue?
Yes. Parking at Expo Santa Fe México is charged by the hour, ranging from $50 MXN for 1 hour up to $300 MXN for 15–24 hours. A coat-check service is also available in the lobby for $50 MXN per day.
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