2026 global guideUpdated September 11

Fashion Week2026 Dates & Schedule

Every important date, city and season — plus standout spaces for bringing your brand to the centre of it all.

September 28 – October 6

Next: Paris · Spring/Summer 2027
Fashion Week runwayParis · Spring/Summer 2027

Fashion week, decoded

More than one week. More than one season.

The global calendar moves between menswear, womenswear and couture, with Spring/Summer collections often shown the year before they reach stores.

See the Paris schedule
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Menswear · January and June

Paris and Milan run dedicated menswear weeks at the start of the year and in early summer.

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Haute Couture · January and July

Couture is a Paris-only calendar of made-to-measure collections shown to a small audience.

03

Womenswear · February and September

The main ready-to-wear circuit runs from New York to London, Milan and Paris, twice a year.

04

Showrooms · all season long

Away from the runway, buyer appointments and press days fill showrooms across every host city.

Featured Fashion Week spaces

Showrooms in the heart of Paris

Available for Spring/Summer 2027.

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Need to know

Fashion Week FAQ

What are the dates for Fashion Week?

Dates vary by city and season. The main womenswear circuit usually runs in February and March, then again in September and October, moving from New York to London, Milan and Paris.

Does Fashion Week happen twice a year?

Yes. The main ready-to-wear seasons take place twice yearly: Fall/Winter collections are shown early in the year and Spring/Summer collections in September and October. Paris and Milan also host separate menswear calendars, and Paris hosts Haute Couture.

Can a regular person go to Fashion Week?

Most official runway shows are invitation-only, but visitors can attend public exhibitions, brand activations, pop-ups and selected presentations. Many shows are also streamed online.

What happens at Fashion Week?

Designers present upcoming collections through runway shows, presentations and digital releases. Buyers, press and industry professionals also attend showroom appointments, launches and networking events.

How much does a Fashion Week ticket cost?

Official shows generally do not sell public tickets; access is granted by invitation or professional accreditation. Prices for public events and independent presentations vary by organiser.

Is there a dress code for Fashion Week?

There is no universal dress code. Guests usually dress to suit the brand and the event, while practical footwear helps when moving between venues throughout the day.

Where should brands activate during Fashion Week?

Choose a district close to show venues, buyer appointments and press events. xNomad can help shortlist the right space in each host city.