Bau! Messe! NRW! Dortmund

Bau! Messe! NRW! is North Rhine-Westphalia’s premier information and experience platform for anyone looking to build, modernise, renovate or improve energy efficiency in their home or property. Held annually at the Dortmund Exhibition Centre, the event attracts a diverse audience – from private homeowners and renovation enthusiasts to industry professionals and service providers. It is organised by BaumesseE GmbH, a seasoned trade fair organiser with a portfolio of regional building exhibitions across Germany.

The show offers a wide-ranging, hands-on programme covering all key aspects of the sector. Whether it’s new-build construction, interior refurbishment or cutting-edge energy and smart home solutions, visitors benefit from practical insights and expert knowledge on the latest trends and technologies. The focus areas are aligned with today’s most pressing challenges: construction & planning, home improvement & renovation, energy efficiency & smart technologies, and crafts & trades.

Exhibitors span a broad spectrum of industries, including architecture, construction planning, interior finishing, building services engineering, heating systems, insulation, photovoltaics, heat pumps, security technology and refurbishment. The event brings theory and practice together through live demonstrations, product showcases, and a free seminar programme offering direct access to industry experts. A particular highlight is the local relevance: many exhibitors are based in Dortmund or the surrounding region, offering bespoke solutions from within the community.

One of the fair’s key strengths is its highly targeted format. Visitors don’t just discover suppliers for tailored building or renovation projects – they also gain access to in-depth information on government funding schemes, financing options, and energy retrofit strategies, all in one place. As a result, the event is not only informative but also a valuable source of inspiration for families, investors and aspiring homeowners.

The Dortmund Exhibition Centre is ideally located on Rheinlanddamm and offers excellent transport links, whether arriving by car or public transport. Visitors benefit from modern infrastructure, ample parking, and full accessibility – the perfect setting for a productive, enjoyable and worthwhile trade fair experience.

The Bau! Messe! NRW! will take place on 3 days from Friday, 20. March to Sunday, 22. March 2026 in Dortmund.