Events in Hanover - Highlights

ABF 2027

Northern Germany's largest leisure and shopping fair offers inspiration, tips, and ideas for travel enthusiasts, outdoor fans, and RV connoisseurs from February 10 through 14 at the convention center.

A woman is lying in a roof tent and two men are standing in front of it. — Caravanning & Camping at ABF.

Travel enthusiasts, outdoor fans, and RV connoisseurs will find exactly what they’re looking for at ABF. Across six themed areas at Northern Germany’s largest trade show for active leisure—held at the Hannover Exhibition Center—they’ll discover inspiration, tips, and ideas for new activities and hobbies: from meticulously planned vacations to destinations near and far, a wide selection of caravan models and camping gear for independent travelers, to new sports trends and equipment to try out, all the way to bicycles or cars for short and long trips.

B.I.G.

The B.I.G. takes place at the same time as the ABF, also at the exhibition grounds, and covers all aspects of construction—from innovative building materials and smart home technology to energy-efficient solutions for new construction and renovation. In the real estate section, visitors can gain valuable insights and advice on purchasing, financing, and modernization. The gardening section offers a wide range of trends and ideas, from garden planning and design to outdoor furniture and sustainable planting concepts.