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Event Name: Functional Fabric Fair Winter
Category: Trade Fairs
Event Date: 27 – 29 January, 2027
Frequency: Annual
Location: Orange County Convention Center – 9800 International Dr, Orlando, Florida 32819 USA
Organizer: RX Global HQ – Gateway House, 28 The Quadrant Richmond, Surrey TW9 1DN United Kingdom
Phone: +1 (888) 464-6313 | +1 (203) 840-5630
Email: inquiry[at]functionalfabricfair.com
Timings: 09:00 AM – 17:00 PM
Tickets: Visitor Registration Required – Click Here!
Functional Fabric Fair Winter Orlando 2027:
The Premier Sourcing Event in the US –Dedicated to High Performance Functional Fabrics
Functional Fabric Fair – powered by PERFORMANCE DAYS® – is the premier marketplace in the United States where apparel CEOs, designers and product development executives source the most current innovations in high performance functional fabrics, finishes, trims and accessories. Every exhibitor at the show comes from a carefully curated selection of fabric mills and branded technology companies – all presented in a sustainable / minimal waste exhibition through the use of bio-degradable, recycled and reusable materials.
What’s Happening At Functional Fabric Fair Winter?
We’re more than an event–we’re a movement toward responsible innovation. Connect with suppliers who share your commitment to quality, performance and planetary health.
WINTER SPOTLIGHT
- Situated alongside the PGA Show and Raquet Sports at the PGA Show, our Winter Spotlight provides special focus on fabrics for golf, racquet sports, outdoors, and bodywear.
EXPERT TALKS
- Learn from Industry leaders and innovators through inspiring sessions and panel discussions. Gain insights into emerging trends, sustainable practices and the future of functional fabrics.
SUSTAINABLE SOURCING
- Connect with qualified suppliers committed to ethical manufacturing and environmentally responsible materials. Explore Innovative solutions that reduce impact while maximizing performance.
What Garment Segments Do You Support?
From precision sports to outdoor adventures, we bring you the trusted, vetted manufacturers with the functional fabrics tailored to your industry’s unique demands. Here are just a some of the garment segments supported through Functional Fabric Fair.
- GOLF & RACQUET SPORTS: Performance fabrics engineered for precision sports
- SPORTSWEAR: Versatile, breathable fabrics for active lifestyles
- OUTDOOR ACTIVEWEAR: Durable, weather-resistant materials for outdoor adventures
- SWIMWEAR: Water optimized fabrics with superior stretch and recovery
- BODYWEAR: Soft, flexible, moisture-managing performance fabrics that supports comfort, movement and wearability
- RAIN GEAR: Waterproof and breathable technologies
Why Exhibit At Functional Fabric Fair?
FUNCTIONAL FABRIC FAIR —powered by PERFORMANCE DAYS® —is the premier sourcing event in the U.S. dedicated to performance textiles. For the first time ever, we’re bringing the Fair to the PGA Show this winter, creating an all-new opportunity to connect with leading professionals in the golf, racquet sports, outdoor and active lifestyle markets.
Here’s why you should be part of Functional Fabric Fair Winter:
- Network with the Industry: Build lasting partnerships with leading brands, retailers and designers in performance apparel. Hear from the top experts in the industry, enjoy prescheduled meetings with buyers, draw up new contracts, grow your network and keep the conversation going.
- Showcase Your Products: Launch your latest innovations —product discovery is the #1 reason attendees visit. We have the platform for you to deliver a year’s worth of business in a few days.
- Support Sustainability: Exhibit sustainably with our cost-effective, zero-waste turnkey booth options.
- Open New Markets: This exciting new winter edition at the PGA Show places you directly in front of a highly engaged, growing audience seeking cutting-edge fabric solutions.
Why Should I Attend The Functional Fabric Fair – Winter?
Functional Fabric Fair Winter isn’t just another date on the calendar – it’s a strategic advantage. This new edition gives attendees early access to the latest performance innovations, including materials designed for golf, outdoor sport, and technical activewear. From advanced insulation and weatherproof technologies to next-gen stretch and breathability solutions, you’ll discover the components shaping tomorrow’s performance collections.
Designed for professionals across the golf, outdoor and performance sportswear sectors–Functional Fabric Fair Winter offers a unique opportunity to connect directly with 90+ leading suppliers, stay ahead of rapidly evolving material trends, and source fabrics built for both comfort and competitive play.
Top 10 Reasons To Attend:
- SOURCE ON SITE: Discover cutting-edge textiles and performance materials from leading global suppliers and close deals at the event.
- HANDS-ON TESTING: Touch, feel, and test fabrics in person to ensure they meet your exact specifications.
- SAVE TIME AND MONEY: Save the thousands of dollars required to find, vet, and source fabrics. We bring it all to you under one roof.
- MEET CURATED FABRIC MANUFACTURERS: We work all year to ensure every exhibitor meets high quality and sustainability bars so you can interact with confidence.
- NETWORK WITH INDUSTRY LEADERS: Connect with designers, buyers, and sustainability managers from top outdoor and activewear brands.
- STAY AHEAD OF TRENDS: Preview the latest fabric innovations and trends shaping the 2025/2026 season before they hit the market.
- EXPLORE SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS: Access the largest collection of eco-friendly and sustainable fabric options in the industry.
- LEARN FROM INDUSTRY EXPERTS: Attend expert-led sessions on textile innovation, sustainability, and market trends.
- EXCLUSIVE PRODUCT LAUNCHES: Be first to see and source new products and technologies before your competitors.
- GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE: Connect with international suppliers and gain insights into global fabric markets.
