VS Kreativ Villingen-Schwenningen

VS Kreativ is an annual consumer exhibition dedicated to arts and crafts, needlework and DIY inspiration. Since 2026, it has been held at the South West Trade Fair grounds in Villingen-Schwenningen. The event is aimed at anyone looking to express their creativity, discover new techniques or purchase high-quality materials for their own creative projects.

The exhibition is organised by Okken GmbH, which created VS Kreativ as a modern, interactive event combining shopping, inspiration and hands-on experiences. Held once a year, it provides a central meeting place for the latest products, innovations and trends in the creative arts and hobby sector.

The exhibition covers almost every aspect of creative making. Its extensive range includes sewing, patchwork, quilting, fabrics, yarns, felting and embroidery, as well as paper crafts, scrapbooking, card making and stamping. Visitors can also explore art and drawing supplies, jewellery making, traditional crafts and contemporary DIY techniques such as resin art and casting projects. The offering is further complemented by arts and crafts supplies, buttons, haberdashery, sewing accessories, and products for baking and cake decorating. In addition to a wide selection of materials and tools, visitors benefit from expert advice provided by manufacturers, specialist retailers and creative professionals.

A key feature of VS Kreativ is its strong emphasis on participation. Numerous workshops give visitors the opportunity to learn new techniques and try them out for themselves, while live demonstrations at exhibitor stands provide practical insights into innovative products and creative applications. Dedicated family activities and children's attractions also make the exhibition an enjoyable day out for visitors of all ages.

Exhibitors primarily represent the arts and crafts, textile and needlework supplies, artists' materials, jewellery making, paper crafts and creative technologies, traditional crafts, DIY and cake decorating sectors. Visitors include hobby crafters, arts and crafts enthusiasts, artists, designers, families, as well as trade professionals from specialist craft retailers, educational institutions, workshops and creative service providers seeking information on new materials, techniques and emerging trends.

The exhibition takes place at the modern South West Trade Fair exhibition centre in Villingen-Schwenningen, which offers excellent infrastructure, spacious exhibition halls and ample parking. The venue is easily accessible by car via the B27 and B33 federal roads and the A81 motorway. It is also well served by public transport, with convenient connections from Villingen-Schwenningen railway station to the exhibition centre, ensuring a straightforward and comfortable journey for visitors.

The first edition and therefore the premiere of the VS Kreativ takes place on 2 days from Sat., 26.09.2026 to Sun., 27.09.2026 in Villingen-Schwenningen.