Seiko returns to London for the third year running with its Power Design Project exhibition, this year themed 'Passionately and Obsessively Crafted Watches'.
One of the world's largest watch trade fairs, it will run for five days in Wan Chai covering everything from complete watches to movements, parts and packaging. Trade-focused, but a real eye-opener on the sheer scale of the industry.
Now well into their stride, Geneva Watch Days take over hotels and boutiques near the Rotonde du Mont-Blanc, offering chance to chat directly with the people behind the brands. Open to the public and a must for any enthusiast.
The Limited Edition gathers more than 30 independent watchmakers at a Mayfair private members' club for a single day.
Milano Watch Week brings more than 50 independent watchmakers and established maisons to Palazzo Mezzanotte for three days of contemporary watchmaking, new releases and direct encounters between brands, collectors and enthusiasts.
Often billed as the biggest luxury watch show in the States, where the major Swiss and international names bring their new releases straight to American collectors. Talks and panels too, a proper day out if you're in New York.
The original Windup fair, back on home turf in Manhattan. Free entry, independent brands, community meetups and releases exclusive to the show. It's the indie counterpart, running the same weekend as WatchTime.
The Watch Collectors Club's northern fair - a collector-focused day of dealers, independents and plenty of wrist-spotting in Manchester.
Back for its second year, shining a light on the watchmaking talent of Bristol and the West of England. Buy direct from independents, meet fellow enthusiasts, and all in a lovely regency-era setting a stone's throw from the Clifton Suspension Bridge.
A large-scale watch exhibition at Abu Dhabi's Etihad Arena, three days mixing the big international names with independents and collector meetups, reflecting the region's growing weight in the global watch market.
