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Top 8 European Trade Exhibitions in 2025

Trade shows are key for a wide range of reasons, from giving yourself opportunities to learn to helping grow your company. Gaining knowledge and exposure to new trends, products and resources are all valuable sources for your company

Europe is home to some of the world’s most prestigious trade shows. Whether you’re in technology, fashion, food, or manufacturing, European Trade shows offer a platform to showcase your brand, connect with potential partners, and stay ahead of industry trends.

Our Groups and Events team have uncovered the top 8 European trade exhibitions you should keep on your radar for 2025.

International Toy Fair

Date: January 29th to February 2nd

Location: Nuremberg, Germany

A key event for those in the toy industry is the annual International Toy Fair, formally known as Spielwarenmesse. It attracts manufactures, distributors, and buyers from over 130 countries. The International Toy Fair is known as the world’s largest and most influential trade fair that covers everything from traditional toys to tech-based products.

Why Should you Attend?

For Buyers

This is the perfect place to source new products, explore exclusive releases, and establish new partnerships with suppliers.

For Manufactures

The fair is a space for new product lines, offering brands the chance to showcase their innovations to a global audience.

Arab Health

Date: January 27th to January 30th

Location: Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE

Arab Health is on of the largest and most influential healthcare exhibitions in the Middle East and globally. This annual event, held in Dubai, is a key platform for healthcare professionals to share knowledge and explore the latest innovations in the medical field.

Arab Health attracts over 100,000 healthcare professionals from more than 160 countries. With over 4,000 exhibitors showcasing their products and services across all areas of healthcare. The exhibition covers a wide range of sectors from surgical tools, pharmaceuticals to wearable technology.

Why Should you Attend?

For Buyers

This trade exhibition offers a chance for buyers to explore the latest in medical equipment, technologies and services and more importantly, help them to compare products and secure deals. It also features live demonstrations on the latest medical technologies, giving hands-on experience with new tools and devices.

For Medical Professionals

Medical professionals are able to attend conferences and gain insights into the latest trends and best practices across a wide range of medical specialties.

InnoTrans

Date: September 23rd to September 26th

Location: Messe Berlin, Germany

InnoTrans is the world’s leading trade fair for transport technology. It’s an international platform showcasing the latest innovations in railway technology and public transport. It is the must-attend event for anyone involved in the transportation sector and 2025 is set to be a major highlight for this industry.

Attracting over 150,000 visitors and over 3,000 exhibitors from 60+ countries, makes this trade exhibition the largest and most comprehensive event for the transport industry. One of the unique aspects of InnoTrans is its outdoor track display, where exhibitors showcase full-size railway vehicles and systems. This allows visitors to see firsthand the latest rail innovations by letting them inspect the vehicles up close and experience live demonstrations.

Why Should you Attend?

For Buyers

Buyers are able to discover the latest technologies in rail and public transport, helping them explore solutions that can enhance the efficiency of their network.

For Manufacturers

Manufacturers can present their innovations to a global audience and create partnerships with key industry experts from around the world.

For Engineers

Engineers are able to gain inspiration from the wide range of cutting-edge projects on display and learn about the latest trends, specifically in sustainable and smart transport solutions.

Rehacare

Date: September 24th to September 27th

Location: Messe Düsseldorf, Germany

Rehacare is the international trade fair focused on rehabilitation, care, and inclusion for individuals with disabilities or chronic conditions Rehacare brings together industry experts, medical professionals, caregivers and individuals with disabilities to showcase and discuss the latest innovations within assistive technologies, mobility solutions, and inclusive living.

With over 700 exhibitors this event is a vital hub for discovering products and services that enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities, the elderly and those requiring care.

Why Should you Attend?

For Individuals with Disabilities

Individuals with disabilities are able to explore the latest mobility aids, communication tools, and daily living solutions that can enhance their independence and quality of life.

For Caregivers and Families

They are able to discover innovative products and techniques that can help manage caregiving responsibilities more efficiently and effectively.

For Healthcare Professionals

Healthcare professionals are able to gain insight into the newest therapeutic devices and rehabilitation techniques, and participate in educational programmes to stay on trend with technological advancements.

Medica

Date: November 13th to November 16th

Location: Messe Düsseldorf, Germany

Medica is the world’s largest and most prestigious medical trade fair. With more than 5,000 exhibitors across 70 countries, Medica serves as a vital platform for healthcare professionals, industry leaders, and innovators to showcase their latest developments in medical technology, equipment, and services.

It covers a vast array of sectors from medical devices, diagnostics, rehabilitation technology to pharmaceuticals and medicines. There is even a education conference which offers workshops and panel discussions on pressing topics in healthcare. Medica is all about the future of healthcare and how to enhance patient care.

Why Should you Attend?

For Healthcare Professionals

Healthcare professionals are able to discover the latest medical technologies and solutions that can enhance patient care and streamline their practice workflow.

For Manufacturers and Suppliers

Manufacturers and suppliers can showcase their innovations to a global audience and connect with potential buyers and partners.

Ambiente

Date: February 7th to February 11th

Location: Messe Frankfurt, Germany

Ambiente is the largest trade fair for consumer goods, showcasing a wide range of products across various sectors, including housewares, kitchenware, tableware, and home décor. With over 4,500 exhibitors from more than 90 countries, it is the ultimate destination for buyers and suppliers in the consumer goods sector.

This trade show is great for those wanting to know upcoming key trends in the consumer goods industry. Experts will present insights on emerging consumer behaviours and design influences, making it very valuable for buyers.

Why Should you Attend?

For Retailers

Retailers are able to discover the latest trends and products to enhance their store’s offerings and attract more potential customers.

For Manufacturers and Suppliers

Manufacturers need to showcase their innovations at this trade show to help connect with potential buyers and distributors.

Mobile World Congress

Date: February 26th to March 1st

Location: Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain

Mobile World Congress is the most influential mobile technology event, bringing together industry leaders and innovators to showcase the latest advancements in mobile technology, networking solutions, and digital experiences. This exhibition will showcase more than 2,400 exhibitors from across the world, covering sectors such as 5G technologies, artificial intelligence and mobile software.

The Mobile World Congress is the perfect networking platform for professionals in the mobile and technological industries. It’s an opportunity to explore the latest products and solutions that will be the future of mobile technology, enhancing user experiences.

Why Should you Attend?

For Industry Professionals

Experts in the industry can gain information on the latest trends and new technologies, helping develop their perspective as an industry leader.

For Manufacturers and Suppliers

This is the place for manufactures and suppliers to showcase their innovations to a global audience, connect with potential buyers, and explore new partnerships.

For Investors

This trade show is perfect for investors looking to explore investment opportunities in emerging technologies and connect with promising start ups.

Cosmoprof

Date: March 15th to March 18th

Location: Bologna Exhibition Centre, Italy

Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna is an influential trade fair dedicated to the beauty industry. It compromises of over 2,800 exhibitors and professionals, distributors and beauty enthusiasts. It represents various sectors of the beauty industry from skincare, haircare, fragrances to makeup.

This trade show showcases international brands and products from various countries, highlighting regional innovation and beauty trends. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the latest product offerings and trends shaping the beauty industry.

Why Should you Attend?

For Beauty Professionals

Any beauty professional should be at this trade show to help discover the latest trends, products, and innovations in the beauty industry to enhance their business offerings.

For Manufacturers and Suppliers

This is the place to showcase innovations to a global audience and connect with potential buyers and partners.

For Brands and Retailers

This is key for brands and retailers as they are able to find new products and suppliers that can elevate their brand and exceed consumer demands.

How Good Travel Management can help

Europe’s trade shows in 2025 promise exciting discoveries across various industries. It’s imperative to plan these trips early to ensure a seamless booking experience before it gets fully booked.

Our dedicated Exhibition Travel Management team fully understand the logistics, planning, transport and accommodation required to deliver the best experience when executing or attending an exhibition for your company. Pricing can be at a premium at major global exhibitions so we contact well in advance, sometimes up to two years, with specialist accommodation and venues and everything in between.