FAFGA MEETS FUTURE Innsbruck

FAFGA MEETS FUTURE is the leading trade fair for gastronomy, hospitality, craftsmanship, and business in Tyrol – an essential meeting point for all those who think and act with a future-oriented mindset. Held annually in September at the modern Messezentrum Innsbruck, the event is exclusively open to industry professionals. It is organized by Congress Messe Innsbruck GmbH (CMI), a seasoned company that has been operating event venues and hosting high-level industry events with expertise and foresight for decades.

Originally established to provide the Tyrolean tourism industry with a professional platform for investment, consultation, and networking, FAFGA is now considered the most important trade fair for gastronomy and tourism in Western Austria. It focuses clearly on current challenges and future opportunities.

What sets FAFGA MEETS FUTURE apart is its unwavering emphasis on business sustainability. The name speaks for itself: the spotlight is not just on products, but on ideas, inspiration, and innovation that help businesses reposition themselves. Central topics include digitalization and technology – from Craftsmanship 4.0 and AI-based applications to 3D printing, AR/VR solutions, and advanced software tools for accounting, customer management, and virtual planning.

Sustainability and energy are also key focus areas. The fair offers practical solutions for energy efficiency, energy self-sufficiency, circular economy, e-mobility, and modern renovation technologies – all of significant economic and ecological relevance. These themes are complemented by initiatives focused on securing skilled labor and promoting young talent. FAFGA MEETS FUTURE is not only a hub of innovation but also a platform for education, new working models, and strong employer brands.

At the same time, the fair combines proven content with contemporary approaches. It showcases innovative materials, sustainable resources, and forward-looking craftsmanship design, along with modern gastronomy concepts. In the “Haubis Future Workshop,” visitors gain insights into the latest developments in kitchen technology, food trends, and sustainable culinary practices.

Security is also gaining importance – both physically and digitally. The fair provides concrete answers to pressing questions around operational safety, cybersecurity, fire protection, and occupational health and safety.

A special hallmark of FAFGA MEETS FUTURE is its deep regional integration. It highlights the diversity of Tyrolean brands, creative service concepts, and high-quality product solutions – ranging from food and beverages to hotel management, interior design, advertising, finance, cleaning technology, and professional clothing. At the same time, it reflects international developments and offers a platform for professional exchange at a European level.

The venue, Messezentrum Innsbruck, impresses with its modern infrastructure and excellent transport connections – nestled in a city that blends economic dynamism with strong tourist appeal. This unique combination of regional identity and international perspective makes FAFGA MEETS FUTURE a one-of-a-kind trade fair that not only showcases innovations but also paves the way toward a successful entrepreneurial future.

On the whole the organisers welcomed on the 4 days of the fair, from 19. September to 22. September 2022, about 280 exhibitors and 11650 visitors on the FAFGA MEETS FUTURE in Innsbruck.

The FAFGA MEETS FUTURE will take place on 3 days from Monday, 15. September to Wednesday, 17. September 2025 in Innsbruck.