Hannover: A City of Conferences

Modern infrastructure, a central location, unique venues, and comprehensive services—the Region Hannover is the perfect place for conferences and conventions! And it’s right in the heart of Germany, at the center of Europe!
The Hannover Convention Bureau is your local point of contact and offers independent, free consultation to help you organize events of all kinds.

A historic domed hall, the modern convention center, an atmospheric ballroom, or Herrenhausen Palace? With 250 venues and over 1,000 event spaces in the Region Hannover, it’s hard to choose.
Using Hanover’s inquiry portal—one of the largest in Germany—you can easily filter by preferences and criteria to get an overview of suitable venues.

In addition to helping you find conference and meeting venues in the Region Hannover, 360° tours let you explore the locations virtually in advance. 

Deutsche Messe

With a capacity of around half a million square meters, the exhibition grounds are among the largest in the world and have enjoyed immense popularity for decades among exhibitors and visitors from all corners of the globe. Hannover is home to one of the most significant technology events in the world: the leading trade fair, HANNOVER MESSE. Every year, numerous other leading trade fairs “made in Hannover” serve as a showcase to the world, impressing visitors with their uniqueness, international scope, and diverse themes. The wide range of trade and consumer exhibitions further underscores the location’s high popularity. Other crowd-pullers include major concerts and sporting events, such as the renowned German Classics equestrian tournament, which takes place here annually.
The exhibition grounds feature 24 exhibition halls and pavilions covering an area of 392,453 square meters—a multifunctional complex with a distinctive architectural design. An additional 58,000 square meters of open space offers almost limitless possibilities. Glass-covered walkways and various green and relaxation areas create a relaxed yet productive atmosphere. Since each section has its own infrastructure, the West, Central, and East areas can be used simultaneously and independently of one another. By dividing the site into individual zones, short distances are ensured despite the expansive grounds. The division into individually usable units means that an optimal spatial solution is always available to meet specific requirements. This results in a vast array of different scenarios, and conference guests at the exhibition grounds consistently experience an atmosphere of cosmopolitanism and innovative spirit.

Set amidst the striking architecture of the halls lies the futuristic-looking Convention Center, featuring 35 rooms and halls with a total area of 5,232 square meters. Here, spaces can be configured to accommodate groups ranging from 10 to 1,300 people.
A transparent foyer connects two large halls and is flanked on both sides by numerous smaller halls. The Convention Center’s commercial kitchen ensures rapid catering to all areas. The foyer itself impresses with its spacious staircase cascade, where the respective staircases lead to the conference rooms. The foyer alone offers 500 square meters of exhibition space. The high-quality materials used are particularly impressive, such as the elegant light-colored marble found throughout the foyer.
At the same time, the design of the spaces remains entirely functional. For example, those who take the elevator to the panoramic restaurant will not only enjoy the culinary offerings but can also experience a fantastic view at the same time. In short: The Convention Center is not only a fully-fledged convention center; it stands out as a timelessly modern microcosm in the heart of the exhibition grounds.

The state capital has launched the "5GAPS" project in collaboration with Deutsche Messe AG and other partners from the business and scientific communities. The project is receiving substantial federal funding. The plan is to use the new 5G mobile communications standard, which enables the transmission of large amounts of data, to manage and develop public spaces in a digitally flexible manner.  The test site is the Hannover Exhibition Center with its 5G campus network.

Hannover Congress Center (HCC)

Under the motto "Tradition and Innovation," the Hannover Congress Centrum combines a historic atmosphere with modern facilities and technology. The over 100-year-old city hall, featuring the historic domed hall and large banquet halls, is complemented by a number of spacious function rooms as well as more than 30 conference and seminar rooms. The entire HCC features 41 halls and conference rooms with a total event area of 13,000 square meters and 15,000 seats.
In addition, the venue offers an in-house PCO service that includes an all-inclusive package. 
The adjacent city park, spanning 60,000 square meters, invites guests to relax during event breaks or can also be used for outdoor events. Right next door is the four-star Congress Hotel am Stadtpark with its 258 rooms, which features direct access to the HCC.
Precisely because it is a historic building, sustainability plays an important role here. The HCC has been Green Globe certified since 2011. With its recertification in 2015 and a Green Globe score of 96%, the Hannover Congress Centrum ranks among the leading centers in Europe in this field.

Green Events

Hannover has more than 60 green partners for sustainable events that prioritize social, environmental, and economic considerations.
By using energy-efficient equipment and lighting, reducing water and energy consumption, and minimizing waste, organizations can save costs in the long term while also contributing to environmental and climate protection.

Hybrid Events

Hybrid formats are a blend of virtual and live events, making them the ideal format for connecting participants from around the world. Live streaming with interactive features is an innovative way to communicate.

As a hub for hybrid events, the city on the Leine is showcasing 46 venues, including the Hannover Congress Centrum (HCC) with its Future Meeting Space, the exhibition grounds—home to H’Up, winner of the “Best Hybrid Event Venue” award—and the Peppermint Streaming Studio, which was named “Best Streaming Venue.”