National and international exhibitors highlight the commercial quality, diversity of offer, and networking at a fair simultaneously celebrating its sixth and hundredth edition.
Valencia, January 24, 2026. Babykid Spain + FIMI closed its doors today at Feria Valencia after an edition marked by commercial quality and unanimous recognition from industry professionals. This unique event, which this year celebrated the 6th edition of Babykid Spain and the historic 100th edition of FIMI, has reinforced its position as the leading international platform for children’s fashion, footwear, childcare, and toys.
Alicia Gimeno, the event director, gave a very positive assessment: “We are closing an absolutely exceptional edition, not only for celebrating the 100 editions of FIMI, but for having achieved an essential objective: creating a unique universe where top-level brands and high-potential buyers from 56 countries come together to generate business, trends, and alliances. The satisfaction expressed by both exhibitors and international and national visitors confirms that Babykid Spain + FIMI is now the indispensable global meeting point for the children’s sector.”
The strategic support of ICEX and IVACE Internacional, together with the organization by Feria Valencia and ASEPRI, made it possible to bring together a select group of VIP buyers from 56 countries, generating a unique business environment and confirming the fair’s global appeal.
The success of the event is supported by statements from exhibitors, who, from both an international and national perspective, have commented on their satisfaction.
Unanimous Satisfaction and Confirmed Return
The general satisfaction is palpable, with first-time companies already confirming their return. Manuel Idelfonso, strategy manager for TOUS BABY, describes the experience as “very positive” and highlights that “there has been considerable interest and traffic from both national and international buyers,” with visitors from America, Tokyo, Colombia, Italy, and Portugal. “It’s our first time participating, and it has been very important for promoting the brand,” he adds. This enthusiasm is shared by Quim Sitjes from Londji (sales for France and part of Spain), who states: “We are very happy, we have worked a lot and made new contacts from all over Spain. We took the opportunity to present all our novelties, and they are working very well.” The fair has also convinced Christophe Martínez, partner at Juega Conmigo, who with over 20 years of experience particularly values the good reception of the Tambú brand, the treatment received, and a “perfect influx of people,” with a more international first day and a more local second day, “which also interests us.” He, like the others, already plans future participation: “We will return next year.”
This commercial dynamism was backed by an exceptional influx of international buyers. Chelo Martínez, commercial director of RAPIFE, emphasizes that “the fair, as always, has been very interesting because of the international buyer,” highlighting the presence of professionals from Central and South America, Asia, and Arab countries, with high demand for “newborn gifts.” Fátima Gabriel, owner of FS BABY, corroborates this global profile: “We have had buyers from different countries interested. For us, the fair serves as an international projection platform.” A view shared by Mariano Balestrieri, international franchise sales at MAYORAL – “we have received clients of different nationalities” – and David Gomera, Design Development Manager at MICUNA: “We haven’t stopped working. We have received many Italian buyers very interested in our furniture.”
Participants also praise the organization and the fair’s offerings. Chelo Martínez (RAPIFE)considers that “the fair is very well organized and offers a very complete range,” while David Gomera (MICUNA) states he is “happy with the organization.”
International Buyers Choose BKS+FIMI to Renew Their Offerings
The perspective of international buyers confirms the fair’s role as an innovation hub. For Kanokporn Vichitkuna-porn, from a Department Store in Thailand, attending was a strategic decision: “We came to explore and find new brands with potential. We highlighted many car seat and stroller brands not yet available in Thailand.”
The quality and variety of Spanish products are the main attractions. Zelma Maldonado, from Zapaventura in Puerto Rico, explains her loyalty: “We have been coming for many years because we like Spanish shoes, which are of very good quality. This experience is very good for business, as it offers great variety.”
For others, the fair is the gateway to the Spanish market. Emilia Benavides, an importer in Costa Rica, positively values her first experience: “We came to secure Spanish suppliers and add Spanish clothing, highly valued for its quality. We are looking for collaborators and to make ourselves known. The assessment is very positive.”