Watch Events to Attend in the Second Half of 2026

Can you believe it’s already July? It feels like we blinked and half the year vanished, but for anyone obsessed with horology, the best part of 2026 is actually just getting started. If you would like to take a look at the past watch events of the year go through our previous article to know more. While the first half of the year brought us heavy hitters like Watches & Wonders, the watch world isn't hitting the brakes anytime soon. Have you marked your calendars yet? If not, here is the ultimate cheat sheet to the watch events dominating the rest of 2026.

Lucerne Watch Week 2026

Ongoing

As we speak the Lucerne Watch Week 2026 is already underway at the Ayala Museum in Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines. Hosted annually by Lucerne, this premier exhibition brings the most anticipated global horological releases to local collectors. The week-long event grants enthusiasts a rare opportunity to examine brand-new debuts and updated classic timepieces up close. The lineup of brands features heavyweights of the watchmaking world including Blancpain, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Chopard, Girard-Perregaux, Tudor, Hublot, IWC Schaffhausen, Panerai, Glashütte Original, Parmigiani Fleurier, TAG Heuer, Zenith, Grand Seiko, Breitling, Longines, and Norqain. 

Windup Watch Fair

10^th July-12^th July 2026

Taking place in Chicago the popular enthusiast-driven event is moving to a brand-new venue, Morgan MFG, a stunning 30,000-square-foot industrial event space located in the West Loop district. The 2026 exhibition boasts a robust roster of over 70 watch brands, celebrating both household indie names and emerging microbrands. Attendees can also expect to get hands-on with collections from beloved independent watchmakers such as Lorier, Baltic, VAER, Halios, Farer, Nodus, Studio Underd0g, Serica, and Duckworth Prestex. The event serves as a premier gathering for the Midwest's passionate watch community to examine mechanical novelties and meet fellow collectors in an approachable setting.

Bangalore Watch Days

7^th-9^th August 2026

If you are a local watch enthusiast wanting to travel within India, a must attend event for you is the Bangalore Watch Days. This event, which will act as a prelude to India Watch Weekend that will  be held in 2027, is set to grace the city of Bengaluru at Mall of Asia. Organised by The Hour Markers it will be taking place 7^th to 9^th of August. 

Furtwangen Antique Clock Exchange (AUF) 

28^th-30^th August 2026

This esteemed gathering will be hosted at the Otto-Hahn-Gymnasium in Furtwangen, located within the Baden-Württemberg region of Germany. Rather than showcasing contemporary commercial watch manufacturers, this unique exhibition functions differently by bringing together roughly 140 specialized merchants and independent dealers. 

Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair  

1^st September-5^th September 2026

This event is scheduled to take place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Highlights of the fair include the "Salon de TIME" and the "Pageant of Eternity," where exhibitors will showcase their latest creations. Confirmed participants and featured suppliers joining the fair include Guangzhou Pardwin Watch Limited, Shanghai Jinghe Industrial Co., Ltd., Shenzhen Ailuo Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd., JMK Watch Band Co., Ltd., Zhongshan Focus Watch Industries Co., Ltd., Longitude Limited, and Inspire Workshop Limited.

Geneva Watch Days 

2^nd September – 6^th September 2026

Scheduled to take place in the heart of Geneva, Switzerland this event celebrates independent watchmaking. The 2026 edition will feature 68 participating brands, including prominent names such as Bulgari, Breitling, De Bethune, H. Moser & Cie., Jacob & Co., MB&F, and Urwerk. If you wish to learn more about this event head on to our previous article that covers this event in depth.

Bangkok Watch Week 

22^nd September to 27^th September 2026

This year’s exhibition which is going to be held at Siam Paragon is expected to be significantly larger than its 2025 predecessor, with organizers anticipating over 40,000 visitors and more than 400 international collectors. The event will feature an expanded roster of over 45 renowned brands, ranging from established luxury houses to independent watchmakers. Returning names include A. Lange & Söhne, Breitling, Bvlgari, Cartier, Chopard, Grand Seiko, Hublot, IWC Schaffhausen, Jaeger-LeCoultre, TAG Heuer, and Vacheron Constantin. New additions to the lineup include heavyweights such as Blancpain, Breguet, and Tudor, alongside independent innovators like MB&F, Greubel Forsey, Ressence, and Speake-Marin. 

Milano Watch Week 

 2^nd October-4^th October 2026

The 2026 edition finds a new home at the historic Palazzo Mezzanotte, the Midnight Palace in Piazza degli Affari, Milan. Designed to bring the culture of contemporary horology closer to the public, the event will host over 50 participating brands, ranging from independent watchmakers to globally established maisons.

Tokyo Watch Week 

October 2026

The official 2026 brand lineup is currently being curated, but attendees can expect a robust roster of horological talent. The event focuses on fostering an intimate, community-driven atmosphere that connects international collectors with both established and independent watchmakers

Chennai Watch Days 

October 2026

Organised by The Hour Markers this event is set to take place at Phoenix Palladium mall Chennai, this event is the perfect spot for every watch enthusiast in town.  

Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) 

7^th November 2026 

This Award Ceremony that is often referred to as the "Oscars of Watchmaking," is a prestigious annual celebration of horological art that will roll out the red carpet at a new venue this year, the Bâtiment des Forces Motrices in Geneva, Switzerland. This year's GPHG travelling showcase will be held in Mumbai, India. To know more about the details, click here. 

IAMWATCH 2026

12^th  November-15^th November 2026

The community-driven platform has officially announced its return to Singapore. The lineup created for this event will include the “who’s who” of the watchmaking world, including renowned figures like Kari Voutilainen, Rexhep Rexhepi, Andreas. Strehler, Konstantin Chaykin, Max Büsser, Raúl Pagès, and Vianney Halter. To discover the list of the other watchmaking titans that are set to appear this year head to our article that dives deep into this event. 

The Escapement

20^th November-22^nd November 2026

Hosted at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, this three-day gathering is designed to fill a gap in the region's watch calendar by focusing on storytelling, craftsmanship, and community rather than operating as a traditional trade fair. The highly curated exhibition is capped at 50 participants to ensure an intimate experience, with a confirmed lineup that spans established luxury houses and revered independent makers.

With this we conclude the event lineup for the year 2026, however, from one watch enthusiast to another here’s an inside tip for one of the most exciting events that you should look forward to in 2027, the India Watch Weekend which is set to take place in Mumbai, to learn more go check out our article. So go update your calendars right now!