IWF West is an all-new woodworking trade show and conference built for connections set to debut August 25–27, 2027 in San Antonio, Texas.

Created by the International Woodworking Fair, IWF West is where the woodworking industry gets up close and hands on in an all-new show setting scaled for efficiency.

An easy-to-work show floor with unrushed exhibitors and buyers, enabling quality time to do more business and build relationships.

Easy-to-work show floor with unrushed exhibitors and buyers in an intimate space

A carefully curated mix of manufacturers representing the best of IWF Atlanta plus new exhibitors making their IWF debut.

Plenty of peer-to-peer networking and education opportunities, delivering an experience that is fresh, focused and profitable.

Where attendees and exhibitors go to do business.

A show custom built for attendees and exhibitors.

A focused three-day show designed for convenience, efficiency and impact, featuring an extensive mix of machinery, components, supplies, and related products and services.

At IWF West, exhibitors see and sell high-value buyers in a concentrated show setting built to produce long-term business advantages. See key facts for exhibitors

IWF West gives attendees unmatched one-on-one access to top-tier manufacturers in a specially-scaled show experience built to make product discoveries and sourcing easy and rewarding. See key facts for attendees.

Prime location for North American Woodworking's newest trade show and conference.

Accessible & well connected:

Centrally located with easy air access from across Texas and key western states, served by all major airlines and close to Houston and Dallas.

Large & well equipped:

The nation's seventh-largest city, offering over 48,000 hotel rooms, including thousands downtown and within walking distance of the convention center.

Hotels downtown and within walking distance of the convention center

Rich culture & attractions:

Home to the historic Alamo and the vibrant River Walk, both steps from the convention center with abundant dining and entertainment.

Initial reactions to IWF West

"I like the idea of a more relaxed show environment to allow me time to explore items and equipment that interests me."

"I love the idea of a new show in Texas! It sounds like a wonderful opportunity in a central location and I also like the three-day [schedule]."

"We usually see a strong turnout at IWF. So an IWF on odd years could be a good way to go for us."

"I like the location extremely well. San Antonio would be an excellent venue."