Durban Fashion Fair 2026: South Africa’s Premier Annual Fashion Showcase

Event Name: Durban Fashion Fair – DFF
Category: Trade Fairs
Event Date: 16 – 18 September, 2026
Frequency: Annual
Location: Durban Exhibition Centre – 11 Walnut Rd, Durban Central, Durban 4001 South Africa
Organizer: eThekwini Municipality – City Hall, 263 Dr Pixley Ka Seme St, Durban 4000 South Arica
Phone: 031 311 1111
Email: nondumiso.mthembu[at]durban.gov.za
Timings: 10:00 AM – 18:00 PM
Tickets: Visitor Registration Required – Click Here.

Celebrating 15 Years Where Fashion Legacy Lives!

Durban Fashion Fair 2026: DFF 15th Edition

The Durban Fashion Fair (DFF) is Africa’s premier annual fashion showcase, celebrating its landmark 15th anniversary from 16 – 18 September 2026. Hosted by the eThekwini Municipality, this milestone edition runs under the theme “Where Legacy Lives“, shifting back to its traditional venue at the Durban Exhibition Centre after previously alternating spaces.

The eThekwini Municipality is gearing up for the 15th Durban Fashion Fair (DFF), which is set to launch the next generation of runway stars.

Designer Showcases: The main runway hosts roughly 60 regional and continental designers. The final deadline for designer entry registration closes on 31 July 2026.