About Nairobi International Trade Fair 2026

The Nairobi International Trade Fair (NITF) runs September 28 - October 4, 2026 at Jamhuri Park, Nairobi. Organized by the Agricultural Society of Kenya, this is the country's oldest and largest exhibition, featuring:

  • Livestock competitions — Kenya's finest cattle, sheep, goats, and poultry
  • Agricultural machinery demonstrations
  • Horticulture and flower displays
  • Handicrafts and cottage industry products
  • Food and beverage exhibitions
  • Innovation and technology pavilions
  • International trade pavilions from partner countries

The 2026 theme focuses on innovation and technology in agriculture and trade, reflecting Kenya's position as East Africa's economic hub.

The Unique NITF Location

Jamhuri Park sits on the edge of Nairobi National Park — the world's only wildlife reserve bordering a capital city. From the exhibition grounds, you can see:

  • Giraffes silhouetted against the city skyline
  • Lions roaring in the distance during evening events
  • Buffalo and zebra visible from certain vantage points
  • The iconic Nairobi National Park entrance arch

This proximity makes NITF the only major trade fair in the world where you can close a business deal and photograph a rhino within the same hour.

AfriBay Adventures NITF + Safari Packages

Package 1: The Trade Fair + Park Combo (3 nights)

September 28-30: NITF attendance
October 1: Nairobi National Park full-day game drive (20 minutes from Jamhuri Park)
October 2: Karen Blixen Museum + Giraffe Centre + departure

From $900 per person.

Package 2: The Agricultural + Wildlife Circuit (5 nights)

September 28-30: NITF
October 1: Nairobi National Park
October 2-3: Lake Nakuru (flamingos + rhino sanctuary)
October 4: Return to Nairobi

From $1,800 per person.

Package 3: The Full Kenya Experience (10 nights)

September 27: Arrive Nairobi
September 28-30: NITF
October 1: Nairobi National Park
October 2-3: Amboseli (elephants + Kilimanjaro)
October 4-6: Maasai Mara (peak migration season)
October 7-8: Lake Naivasha (flower farms + hippos)
October 9: Return to Nairobi

From $4,500 per person.

Accommodation Near Jamhuri Park

AfriBay recommends properties with easy NITF access:

  • The Emakoko: Inside Nairobi National Park — wake up to zebra outside your window
  • House of Waine: Boutique Karen property, 15 minutes to Jamhuri
  • Tamarind Tree Hotel: Near Wilson Airport, 20 minutes to exhibition
  • Sankara Nairobi: Central location, 25 minutes to Jamhuri

Special NITF Experiences

AfriBay offers exclusive trade fair add-ons:

  • VIP livestock auction viewing: See Kenya's prize Boran cattle sell for record prices
  • Flower pavilion tour: Meet the growers who supply Europe's supermarkets
  • President's Day attendance: NITF's opening ceremony with government dignitaries
  • Farm visits: Post-fair visits to Kiambu coffee estates or Naivasha flower farms

Transfers & Logistics

AfriBay manages your entire NITF week:

  • JKIA to hotel: Private transfer with NITF briefing packet
  • Daily Jamhuri Park transfers: Avoid parking chaos with dedicated drop-off
  • Nairobi National Park: Game drives before or after exhibition hours
  • Inter-destination: Light aircraft or 4x4 for safari extensions
  • Exhibition luggage: Secure storage for trade samples while you safari

Attending Nairobi International Trade Fair 2026? Contact AfriBay Adventures to experience Kenya's twin treasures — agricultural innovation and wildlife heritage — in one unforgettable trip. No other trade fair in the world offers giraffes as your evening entertainment.