Curitiba to host major franchising fair with 100+ business opportunities

The Feira da Franquia 2026 will take place in Curitiba, Paraná, from August 28 to 30 at the Espaço Torres Kennedy. Recognized as the largest franchising event outside the Rio-São Paulo axis, the third edition of the fair aims to connect investors and entrepreneurs with over 100 business opportunities.

Investment options range from R$ 12.9 thousand to R$ 3 million, covering various sectors including food, real estate, health, beauty, and electromobility. Participating brands include Carrefour Property, Apolar Imóveis, Academia Gaviões, Italínea, and others. The event features specialized consultants and speakers to assist with the process of choosing and structuring a franchise.

According to the Brazilian Franchising Association (ABF), Paraná is the fourth-largest franchise market in Brazil, seeing annual growth exceeding 30%. Organizer Arvid Auras noted that the event provides a validated business model for those looking to start their own operations with established processes and indicators.