BEA Bern

The BEA is Switzerland's largest consumer fair and takes place annually at the BERNEXPO exhibition grounds in Bern. BERNEXPO is a modern and versatile convention center with excellent infrastructure and transport connections. The BEA was first held in 1951 and has since attracted hundreds of thousands of visitors from German-speaking Switzerland and Romandy every year. The organizer of the fair is BERNEXPO AG, a renowned company responsible for organizing fairs and events in Switzerland. The BEA offers a wide range of topics and products from various industries, including trade, crafts, gastronomy, leisure, and lifestyle. The focus is on regional and national products, services, and innovations. It covers a broad range of topics, including housing, building, heating, kitchens, gardening, sun protection, health, fashion, entertainment, leisure, mobility, and services. Other topics of the BEA include agriculture, animal feed and machinery, livestock breeding, food and beverages. The fair's highlights include numerous special exhibitions, exhibitor presentations, interactive activities, culinary tastings, expert lectures, and a versatile program for the whole family. The BEA is known for its unique atmosphere created by the combination of entertainment, information, and shopping opportunities. The BERNEXPO AG exhibition grounds are easily accessible by public transportation, such as buses and trams, with stops located directly at the exhibition grounds.

This year the BEA takes place on 10 days from Fri., 03.05.2024 to Sun., 12.05.2024 in Bern already for the eighth time.