FREX 2025 Bengaluru – India’s Premier Franchise & Retail Expo
📅 Dates: August 30–31, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily
📍 Venue: BIEC, Bengaluru (Bangalore International Exhibition Centre)
What Makes FREX Unique?
Formerly known as FRO Expo Bengaluru, FREX—Franchise • Retail • Scale is repositioned as a national-level expo, designed to offer a one-stop platform for entrepreneurs, investors, and businesses exploring franchise and retail opportunities. The event brings together 200+ top brands and 10,000+ serious investors under one roof.
Organized by FranchiseIndia.com, FREX is a trusted gateway for explore, sign, and scale alongside industry leaders and seasoned investors.
Top Reasons to Attend
- Meet 200+ Renowned Brands across sectors like food, education, wellness, e-commerce, EV, fashion, and tech.
- Network with Over 10,000 pre-qualified investors and business seekers actively exploring franchise opportunities.
- Learn from Experts via workshops and panel discussions featuring pioneers in franchising, retail, women-led ventures, scaling strategies, and global best practices.
- Go Global: Engage with international delegates and uncover expansion or export opportunities.
- Start Strong: Gain product-market insights, operational mentorship, and financing guidance.
What You’ll Discover
| Franchise Sector | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Food & QSR | FMCG, quick-service restaurants, cloud-kitchens |
| Edu-Tech & Coaching | Pre-schools, academies, skill centers, test prep |
| Beauty, Health & Wellness | Salons, spas, senior/home care, diagnostics |
| Fashion & Lifestyle | Apparel brands, jewelry, accessories, home décor |
| E-commerce & D2C | Brands seeking omnichannel expansion, smart retail tech |
| Auto & EV | EV dealerships, charging solutions, battery & component manufacturers |
| Travel, Tourism & Hospitality | Hotel franchises, travel agencies, entertainment |
| Specialty Services | Logistics, fintech, HR, courier, security solutions |
Conference & Learning Opportunities
Delve deeper through high-value sessions such as:
- Scale Smart Keynote – “How I Did It”: Hear success stories on global expansion and local impact.
- Innovation in Franchising: Meet the next-gen leaders reshaping the franchise landscape.
- Women to Watch: Empowering stories and strategies from leading women entrepreneurs.
Expect more insights on branding, funding, digital transformation, and franchise development best practices.
Registration & Pass Options
Visitor (Investor/Buyer) Packages:
- One-Day Pass: ₹749
- Two-Day Pass: ₹1,769
- Includes expo entry, show catalog, newsletter, and access to pre-scheduled meetings
Conference Access:
- Single-Day: ₹8,000
- Two-Day: ₹12,000
- Full access to seminars, one-on-one coaching, and VIP lounge
🎟️ Register Now through the official FREX portal to secure your badge and plan your visit.
Who Should Come?
Ideal for:
- Aspiring and current franchisees
- Restaurant chains and service brands
- Franchise providers and developers
- Investors, VCs, and angel networks
- Retail real estate developers
- Start-up founders and scale-up aspirants
Venue & Logistics
BIEC, Bengaluru provides a well-connected, spacious environment to network and learn. Attendees can enjoy optimized floor plans, lounge zones, meeting rooms, and ease of access via road and metro.
How to Exhibit or Sponsor
Exhibitors and sponsors can showcase brands and maximize visibility through certain partnership options:
- Exhibition stalls across categories
- Branding & digital marketing packages
- Speaking roles in panels or spotlight sessions
📞 Contact the FREX team:
- Exhibition/Sponsorship: +91 84679 16517 / expo@franchiseindia.com
- Visitor Queries: +91 93111 48342 / visitfro@franchiseindia.net
In Summary
If you’re looking to launch, fund, or scale a franchise or retail venture, FREX 2025 Bengaluru is the must-attend platform this August. With thousands of right-fit investors, seasoned mentors, franchise giants, and learn-first sessions, it’s a dynamic environment to grow your business confidently.
Don’t miss this pivotal business event—register today and prepare to expand your franchise vision at BIEC, Bengaluru!
