LAAD 2027, the 16th edition of LAAD Defence & Security, runs from 13 to 16 April 2027 at Riocentro in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Creative Events Brazil organises it. The show covers Navy, Army, Air Force, and public and corporate security. Visitor entry to LAAD 2027 is restricted to armed forces, police forces, authorities and defence and security professionals.
If Latin America is part of your 2027 plans, start at LAAD Defence & Security in Rio de Janeiro, from 13 to 16 April 2027. Meet official delegations from Brazil, Latin America and beyond, face to face.
When and where is LAAD 2027?
LAAD Defence & Security 2027 runs from 13 to 16 April 2027 at Riocentro in Rio de Janeiro. It opens from 10am to 6pm on the first three days and from 10am to 5pm on the last. This is the 16th edition, and the last one took place in 2025.
We checked the dates on the LAAD website on 13 November 2026.
Who organises LAAD Defence & Security?
Creative Events Brazil, a company based in São Paulo, organises LAAD. Together with the Ministry of Defense of Brazil, it invites the official delegations.
What does LAAD 2027 cover?
LAAD covers defence and security on every front: Navy, Army, Air Force, and public and corporate security. Its parallel events include meetings of major public security institutions and the International Symposium on Military Logistics.
Who will you meet at LAAD 2027?
LAAD is a trade fair for the defence and security community. Visitor entry is restricted to armed forces, police forces, authorities and professionals from the defence and security sectors, and every registration goes through profile validation.
On the floor, expect authorities from the three armed forces, police forces and special forces. Creative Events Brazil also invites armed forces and public security authorities who work in procurement, logistics and supplies.
Through the Official Delegations programme, the Ministry of Defense of Brazil and Creative Events Brazil invite defence and security authorities from Brazil, Latin America and other countries. Those invited include ministers of defence, commanders of the armed forces and ministers of interior and justice.
Why exhibit at LAAD 2027?
- Meet official delegations from Brazil, Latin America and beyond, face to face.
- Speak to a restricted, professional audience, since every registration goes through profile validation.
- Reach defence and public security at one show, from the Navy, Army and Air Force to police forces.
- Exhibit alongside the national and international supply chain for every part of defence and security.
Also looking at Asia-Pacific?
LAAD closes on 16 April 2027, four days before LIMA 2027 opens in Langkawi, Malaysia. Our LIMA 2027 guide covers it, and our 2027 calendar lists the other shows running in 2027.
Want to exhibit at LAAD 2027?
Bridge Exhibitions, created by Arabian World Events and Orchestra Media, supports companies going into new markets through shows like LAAD.
Tell us what you want to show in Rio. Write to karan@bridgeexhibitions.com or start a conversation.
About Bridge Exhibitions
Bridge Exhibitions is an international sales, marketing, event management and market development business created by Arabian World Events and Orchestra Media. Its multilingual team helps event organisers grow international participation, develop new markets, and connect with exhibitors and industry partners worldwide.
Common questions
What is LAAD Defence & Security?
LAAD Defence & Security is a defence and security trade show in Rio de Janeiro, organised by Creative Events Brazil. It covers Navy, Army, Air Force, and public and corporate security, and 2027 is its 16th edition.
Who can attend LAAD 2027?
Visitor entry to LAAD 2027 is restricted to armed forces, police forces, authorities and professionals from the defence and security sectors. Every registration goes through profile validation.
When was the last LAAD Defence & Security?
The last LAAD Defence & Security took place in 2025. The next is LAAD Defence & Security 2027, from 13 to 16 April 2027 at Riocentro.
Does LAAD 2027 have official delegations?
Yes. Through the LAAD Official Delegations programme, the Ministry of Defense of Brazil and Creative Events Brazil invite defence and security authorities from Brazil, Latin America and other countries.
Tell us what you want to show in Rio. Write to karan@bridgeexhibitions.com.
