12/11/2024
World’s largest entertainment and pro AV event is getting even bigger – extended entertainment technology showcase awaits at Prolight + Sound Guangzhou 2025
The advanced technological transformation sweeping the professional audio-visual industry is redefining nearly every sector of the market – enhancing key aspects of engagement including spaces, experiences, and interactions. From 27 – 30 May 2025, the 23rd edition of Prolight + Sound Guangzhou (PLSG) will unite manufacturers, distributors, system integrators, and end users to explore a global showcase of the latest innovations for multi-purpose environments. As the largest entertainment and pro AV trade fair in the world, the event will once again drive industry growth by combining product displays with valuable market insights, fostering meaningful business connections and brand development. Set to span 24 thematic halls of 230,000 sqm at the China Import and Export Fair Complex, next edition’s show will expand to Areas A, B & D.
As a major player in the professional audio-visual industry, China is dedicated to enriching its social and cultural infrastructure. This commitment is underscored by the recent adoption of a government policy aimed at promoting equipment renewal in the field of culture and tourism , to enhance safety, energy efficiency, and performance. The plan focuses on upgrading stage lighting, sound systems, display technologies, mechanical equipment, special effects gear, and their corresponding control systems in venues for cultural and tourism shows, with new requirements set to amplify the innovations on display at PLSG’s upcoming edition.
In addition, according to the China Association of Performing Arts, there were 119,000 commercial performances across the country in the first quarter of 2024, reflecting a 72% year-on-year increase . This surge in large concerts and music events has created a strong demand for stage entertainment lighting and sound systems, offering a wealth of opportunities for industry players to capitalise on at PLSG.
Ms Judy Cheung, Deputy General Manager, Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, highlighted the expanded vision of the 2025 show and the significant potential of pro AV technologies to drive growth of multiple industries beyond culture and tourism. She stated: “The upcoming Prolight + Sound Guangzhou will showcase emerging cross-sector trends. By broadening the exhibition space and diversifying product offerings, we aim to enhance collaboration with stakeholders in key sectors such as entertainment, architecture, commerce, culture and tourism, and education industry, ultimately enriching China’s entertainment and pro AV community.”
This year's show will gather a full spectrum of entertainment and pro AV products and technologies categorised under five key product halls.
Prolight and Sound China
Prolight + Sound Guangzhou is organised by Messe Frankfurt and the Guangdong International Science and Technology Exhibition Co Ltd (STE). For more details about the show, visit www.prolightsound-guangzhou.com or email [email protected].
