SILMO Paris 2026 is expected to bring nearly 34,000 visitors and 950 exhibitors from more than 1,500 brands to Paris Nord Villepinte from September 25-28. The 4-day international eyewear and optical industry event is also expected to attract professionals from 150 countries, and more than 60 sessions are scheduled across 4 spaces. Among the featured topics are

• September 25: smart glasses

• September 26: predictive and preventive health care using ocular imaging and artificial intelligence (AI)

• September 27: the changing retail environment

• September 28: training future opticians in smart glasses and AI

Technology will also be a focus of SILMO NEXT and its Tech Village, which will feature smart glasses, AI, demonstrations, and other innovations in the optical industry. The SILMO d’Or awards will recognize developments in eyewear design, innovation, and new applications, while the Trends Forum will examine shapes, materials, and colors that are expected to influence upcoming eyewear collections.

Sustainability-related programming will include a 160-square-meter CSR Area with a materials library, start-ups, workshops, roundtable discussions, and interactive experiences that will address the development of a more responsible optical industry. SILMO Talks will offer analysis and perspectives on the market, emerging applications, and industry changes. The event will also include Contact Lens Workshops with conferences and hands-on programming to expand attendees’ knowledge and professional practice.

Explore more of this year’s show here.