Whether you're seeking ways to generate extra income, or considering a complete career change, The Franchising & Business Opportunities Expo will help turn your ambition into action. From insider tips to expert advice, as well as plenty of profitable business ideas, there’s no other event that gives you the opportunity to talk face-to-face with leading franchisors and successful franchisees across a range of business opportunities.

Meet our exhibitors

Meet exhibitors from a wide variety of industries - click here to view our exhibitors.

Learn from the experts

Find the topics that interest you from our free seminars running daily on the show floor.

'Start Your Own Business' Workshop

Don't miss the 'Start Your Own Business' workshops. These 2 hour sessions will offer advice on business ownership, how to get started and what you need to know to take the leap.

• Workshops run from 9am-11am on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 August - choose the date that suits you best.
• Topics covered include business registration, legal requirements, insurance, market research, risk management, creating a business plan and much more!
• Ticket sales open closer to the event

Free advice

Nothing can replace meeting face-to-face with the people who can explain the ins and outs of their business. The expos simplify this process, bringing together a blend of franchisors, legal and financial advisors, and industry authorities.

Getting there

Set on the banks of the iconic Yarra River, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) is just a 20 minute drive from Melbourne airport and a short stroll from the city centre.

Catch any of the following trams and get off at the stop opposite the Clarendon Street entrance of MCEC: Route 96 – St Kilda to East Brunswick, Route 109 – Port Melbourne to Box Hill, or Route 12 – Victoria Gardens to St Kilda. Take any train that goes to Southern Cross Station. Get off at Southern Cross Station and catch tram number 96, 109 or 12 as above. For further train timetable information and trip planning, click here to visit the Victorian Public Transport website here.

If you’re driving to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, there are a number of car parks close to the venue. Click here to view car park locations and pricing.