When is TiTE × IHT 2026?
TiTE × IHT 2026 runs from Tuesday, October 20 through Thursday, October 22, 2026. It is open 09:00–17:00 on all three days.
Where is the exhibition held?
The exhibition is held at TICEC, the Taichung International Convention and Exhibition Center, at No. 1000, Section 3, Liming Road, Xitun District, Taichung City 407. The show website also refers to it as the Taichung (Shuinan) International Convention Center.
What is the official event name?
The Chinese name is Taiwan International Tools & Hardware Expo × International Hardware Expo Taiwan, commonly styled TiTE × IHT. The official English styling is Taiwan Int'l Tools & Hardware Expo × Int'l Hardware Expo Taiwan.
Who is the exhibition intended for?
The official visitor profile is domestic and international professionals and investors, reflecting the event’s trade-show format. Children under 12 are not admitted.
How do I register in advance?
Complete the visitor registration online in advance to obtain an entry ticket. The resulting QR code is the main credential used for entry or badge exchange.
How do domestic visitors enter?
Domestic visitors should present the entry QR code obtained after registration. The code can be scanned directly at the entrance.
Do international visitors need to exchange their credentials?
International visitors must go to the international buyer counter and present the entry QR code plus two business cards. They enter after the badge exchange is completed.
Can I register on site?
Yes. During October 20–22, visitors may register at the check-in counter using a computer or mobile device and then obtain an entry QR code.
Are children allowed to enter?
Children under 12 are not admitted under the official visitor rules. The event is primarily intended for professionals and investors.
Is there a dress guideline?
Visitors are asked to dress appropriately to maintain the professional image of the international trade show. Slippers should not be worn.
Is admission free?
As of July 22, 2026, the official visitor guideline explains how to obtain an entry ticket and QR code but does not state a price or explicitly say admission is free. This FAQ therefore does not label admission as either free or paid; check the current official registration page.
What are the recommended driving routes?
Southbound drivers should leave National Highway 1 at Daya Exit 174 and continue toward Section 3 of Liming Road. Northbound drivers should leave Provincial Highway 74 at Beitun Exit 13, take Ganglong Street, and continue to Section 3 of Liming Road.
How do I reach the venue from HSR Taichung Station?
After arriving at HSR Taichung Station, take a taxi to the Taichung International Convention and Exhibition Center. The show website estimates the ride at about 15 minutes.
How do I reach the venue by Taichung MRT and taxi?
Take the Taichung MRT to Wenhua Senior High School Station and transfer to a taxi. The show website estimates the taxi ride at about 10 minutes.
Can I transfer to bus 555 from the MRT?
Yes. From Wenhua Senior High School MRT Station on Wenxin Road, take bus 555 and alight at Zhongke–Liming Road Intersection. The show website estimates about 15 minutes, and actual departures are subject to the bus operator.
Which buses stop directly at the convention and exhibition center?
Use bus routes 8, 88, 157, 354, or 529. Alight at the Convention and Exhibition Center or Convention Center stop.
Which buses can I take to Xiagangwei and then walk?
Routes 6, 54, 61, 108, 154, 500, 651, 850, 1826, 1851, 1861, 1863, 1866, and 1866B stop at Xiagangwei. From there, the official estimate is about a 13-minute walk to the venue.
How does entry and payment work at the P1 TICEC parking garage?
P1 operates daily from 07:00 to 22:00 and uses license-plate recognition for entry and exit. Pay at a kiosk or online before leaving.
What are the P1 car capacity and exhibition-period rates?
P1 has 697 car spaces and a 2.1 m height limit. During the exhibition, the rate is NT$40 per hour with no daily maximum; vehicles remaining after 22:00 incur an additional NT$300, subject to on-site announcements.
How does motorcycle parking work at P1?
P1 has 712 motorcycle spaces, accessed from the Qiaoda Road entrance. During the exhibition the rate is NT$30 per visit; motorcycles remaining after 22:00 incur an additional NT$300, subject to on-site announcements.
Can heavy vehicles use P1?
Heavy vehicles of 3 tons or more may enter through the Qiaoda Road entrance, with a 4 m height limit. The rate is NT$70 per hour with no maximum; setup/dismantling access is NT$150 per visit, and an additional NT$300 applies after 22:00.
What are the capacity and rates at P2 Central Park North parking?
P2 has 401 car spaces at NT$10 per half hour, capped at NT$80 per day. It also has 427 motorcycle spaces listed as free, with actual charges subject to on-site announcements.
Is temporary free parking available during the exhibition?
Yes. The P3+P4 temporary lots are listed for October 20–22, 2026, with 1,275 free car spaces. Actual opening and management are subject to on-site announcements.
Is there a free shuttle for the 2026 show?
As of July 22, 2026, the official website has a “Free Shuttle Service” page, but it does not provide verifiable 2026 route, stop, or timetable text. Do not assume a schedule; check the official page again before travel.
Which officially recommended hotels are about 10–20 minutes from the venue?
The official list estimates Windsor Hotel at about 10 minutes by car, and InterContinental Taichung, The Splendor Hotel Taichung, and Moxy Hotel at about 20 minutes. Actual travel time depends on traffic.
Which officially recommended hotels are about 25 minutes from the venue?
The official list estimates Hotel Royal Taichung, Holiday Inn Express Taichung Park, and Evergreen Laurel Hotel at about 25 minutes by car. Actual travel time depends on traffic.
What is the 2026 foreign buyer incentive deadline and priority?
The application deadline is September 30, 2026. Support is limited and first-come, first-served, with priority given to international buyers invited by exhibitors.
What does the foreign buyer incentive include?
The official 2026 page lists accommodation support, one VIP buyer badge, and one show directory, with hotel arrangements handled by the organizer. Because the same page gives conflicting night counts, this FAQ does not state a number of nights.
How do I apply for the foreign buyer incentive?
Complete visitor registration and select the incentive program, then submit the application and wait for confirmation. If approved, provide flight and Taiwan trip details requested by the organizer so accommodation can be arranged.
What are the eight exhibition areas?
The official eight areas are Tools & Accessories; Metalworking, Machinery & Processing; Factory Equipment & Industrial Safety; Automotive Repair & EV Applications; Fasteners & Fittings; Gardening, Agricultural & Outdoor Living; Building & Home Improvement; and Intelligent Manufacturing & Automation. Check the official site for the latest subcategories.
Is food available inside the venue?
The venue’s official information says the Exhibition Hall 1F has dining space and a convenience store. Listed services also include exhibition boxed meals and catering, with actual offerings subject to on-site operation.
What are the convenience store hours and services?
The venue lists FamilyMart as open 08:00–18:00, including public holidays and weekends. It offers light meals, beverages, and standard convenience-store services, subject to on-site operation.
Are lockers available?
Yes. Self-service lockers are available in the Exhibition Hall B1 metropolitan plaza/lobby area for temporary storage of luggage and personal belongings. Capacity and availability are subject to on-site conditions.
Are medical rooms available?
Medical rooms are located on Exhibition Hall 1F and 4F and provide basic emergency response and initial assistance. The venue can help contact a medical institution when further care is needed.
Are nursing and prayer rooms available?
Nursing rooms are available on Exhibition Hall 1F and 4F and Convention Center 2F. A prayer room with ablution facilities is located on Convention Center 2F.
Where can I request general venue assistance?
The venue’s official site identifies an information/service desk for general on-site assistance. Because contact details may change, this FAQ does not reproduce phone numbers or personal data; use the venue website for current information.
Is there convenient access from underground parking to the exhibition hall?
The venue’s official information says Exhibition Area E is near escalators and elevators connected to the underground parking area. Follow on-site signs for the actual event entrance and open route.
Has the 2026 forum schedule been published?
A verified 2026 forum timetable was not available at retrieval. The current forum page labels October 21 as Tuesday and October 22 as Wednesday, which does not match the 2026 weekdays, so those sessions are not imported into this FAQ.
How should I contact the organizer?
Use the “Organizer” or contact entry in the footer of the official hardwareexpotw.com pages. This FAQ does not reproduce individual names, personal email addresses, or mobile numbers, avoiding stale or unnecessary personal data.
Will exhibitors contact me if I use Askpo?
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