About the Expo

The place to grow your franchise or business

Connect face-to-face with thousands of motivated Australians actively exploring their next business move.
The Franchising Expo and Start Your Own Business Expo are where brands meet serious prospects, build trust, and generate qualified leads.

Be a part of Australia's longest running business show

Franchising Expo

For over 35 years, the Franchising Expo has been the leading plaform for connecting established franchise brands with new recruits. From food and retail to fitness, education and services, exhibitors gain direct access to career-changers, investors, and aspiring franchisees ready to take the next step.

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Start Your Own Business Expo

Running alongside the Franshising Expo, the Start Your Own Business Expo is designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners looking for tools, services, and support to launch or scale. From accounting and legal to logistics, marketing, and tech, exhibitors connect with a diverse audience actively seeking solutions to grow.

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Upcoming Expo Dates

  • 21st - 22nd March 2026
    Brisbane

  • 30th - 31st May 2026
    Sydney

  • 1st - 2nd August 2026
    Melbourne

The Melbourne show was the best show we have participated in for the past four years and we have exhibited at every show. Excellent number of attendees and quality of attendee was also excellent.

Doug Downer, Franchise Ready

Generating genuine interest in the franchise sector, well done!

Grant Nye, Kitset Assembly Service

Really enjoyed the event and it was a pleasure meeting everyone on both days, looking forward to the next one!

Jim Penman, Jim's Group

The best expo that showcases our franchise business community.

Helen Alfa, Franchise Council of Australia

This expo has increased our brand exposure as well as gaining great quality leads. This sort of event is great to expand our network too.

Michael Susanto, Kumon