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Trade Fair and Conference Venue

Trade fairs and exhibitions—innovations for the whole world: Hannover has been a leading international trade fair venue for more than 60 years. It is also a highly versatile conference destination with many different facets.

At a Glance

Four of the five largest trade fairs in Germany are held in Hanover
The world's largest trade fair grounds
Hub for European people, goods, and trade
World-leading trade fairs: Hannover Messe, IAA Commercial Vehicles, Agritechnica
HannoverKongress – Free, one-stop conference service

A city known for its major trade shows and conference venues

Exhibition hall — Exhibition Hall at the Hannover Fairgrounds

Hanover has a history spanning more than 60 years as a leading international trade fair destination. The city is home to the largest and one of the most modern exhibition centers in the world, with more than 460,000 m² of indoor space and 58,000 m² of outdoor space. Flagship technology fairs such as HANNOVER MESSE serve as major hubs for innovation. Other leading trade fairs, such as DOMOTEX, LIGNA, Labvolution, AGRITECHNICA, CeMAT, and IAA Commercial Vehicles, regularly demonstrate the important role this location plays in stimulating the economy.

Image gallery with logos of various trade fairs in Hanover, including international trade and industrial fairs.

Overview, Dates, Highlights

Hanover trade fair calendar

Experience Hanover as one of the most important trade fair cities—here’s an overview of upcoming trade fairs in Hanover!

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Furthermore, the Hannover region also plays a leading role as a venue for congresses and conferences and offers a wide range of locations. From the award-winning exhibition center to Herrenhausen Palace, the Hannover Adventure Zoo, and the Hannover Congress Centrum, this metropolis on the banks of the Leine River boasts a wide variety of attractive event venues. A central location, excellent infrastructure, and a wide range of recreational amenities—it is this combination that makes Hannover such an attractive destination for all kinds of conferences and congresses.

HannoverKongress: Support from a One-Stop Shop

HannoverKongress is the partner of choice for all congress and conference events in the city and throughout the Hannover region. HannoverKongress provides independent, personalized advice and customized solutions for organizing successful events. The HMTG Hotel and Private Accommodation Service, Team City Tours, and the Tourist Information departments offer additional services that cover every aspect of your trip and visit to Hannover.

Various supporting programs

However, Hannover has more to offer than just ideal conditions for a successful corporate event; it also prides itself on its numerous cultural highlights and recreational amenities, which can be used to create an entertaining and informative supporting program.

The Grand Garden with the Gallery and Herrenhausen Palace

After a long day of in-depth discussions on serious topics, delegates look forward to an evening visit to the opera or a variety theater. Other places of interest, such as the Herrenhausen Gardens or the bustling city center, and major events such as the Maschsee Lake Festival or the International Fireworks Competition offer endless opportunities to put together a varied program after a day of lectures and discussions.

In addition, there are countless theaters and the State Opera House, as well as museums and art galleries of international renown—such as the Sprengel Museum Hannover—to round out your itinerary.