The next International Carpet Festival will take place in Baku from May 1 to 3, 2026.

Organized by Azerkhalcha OJSC and the Administration of the State Historical-Architectural Reserve “Icherisheher,” with support from the Ministry of Economy and the Export and Investment Promotion Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan (AZPROMO), the festival aims to promote Azerbaijani carpet weaving on the global stage, showcase its rich heritage and future prospects, and foster exchange with leading carpet weavers and experts worldwide.

The festival will open on May 1 with the International Carpet Forum under the theme “Carpet Industry: Value, Design and Competitiveness.” The forum will bring together leading international experts, designers, manufacturers, researchers, exporters, and representatives of the creative industries.

On May 2–3, the festival will continue in the historic streets of Icherisheher. Ancient caravanserais, squares, and historic houses will host carpet exhibitions, master classes, and musical performances. Representatives from various countries will present their national carpet-weaving traditions in pavilions set up at Gosha Gala Square. Galleries in the Old City will also host exhibitions by renowned local and international artists.

The festival, dedicated to the professional holiday “Carpet Weavers’ Day,” will also coincide with the 10th anniversary of Azerkhalcha OJSC this year.

Throughout the three-day event, exclusive exhibitions on carpet art, master classes, concert programs, and special educational activities for children will be organized.