ZUKUNFT HANDWERK Munich

ZUKUNFT HANDWERK is an annual event launched by GHM Gesellschaft für Handwerksmessen mbH, a leading organizer of trade fairs for the German crafts sector. This unique cross-industry event format takes place once a year in spring at the International Congress Center Munich (ICM) and aims to bring together masters and creators from various fields of craftsmanship..

The core goal of ZUKUNFT HANDWERK is to provide a platform for exchange, inspiration, and knowledge transfer, where participants work together on the future of craftsmanship. The event focuses on presence, visibility, synergies, and reach to highlight current and future relevant topics in the crafts sector. ZUKUNFT HANDWERK opens its doors to a wide audience, including journeymen, craft business owners, startups, and politicians, aiming to bring the entire industry together and shed light on the issues of our time.

With over 50 sessions and top speakers, ZUKUNFT HANDWERK offers content that is important today and tomorrow. Participants can look forward to lectures, workshops, discussions, and much more. The diverse stage program is complemented by networking opportunities, evening events, and craft policy formats such as the ZDH General Assembly or the top-level discussion of the German economy. These elements make ZUKUNFT HANDWERK a comprehensive experience that aims to share knowledge, learn from others' experiences, and tackle new challenges together.

The International Congress Center Munich (ICM), known for its modern infrastructure and flexibility, provides the ideal setting for this event. Its location in Munich, a city known for innovation and its strong tradition of craftsmanship, further contributes to the significance and attractiveness of ZUKUNFT HANDWERK.

Overall, ZUKUNFT HANDWERK represents a key initiative aimed at strengthening the future viability of the crafts sector by connecting practitioners, startups, the economy, and politics with craft businesses. It is the first and largest event of its kind that brings together such a diversity of participants and topics under one roof to prepare the industry for the challenges and opportunities of the future.

The ZUKUNFT HANDWERK will take place on 3 days from Wednesday, 12. March to Friday, 14. March 2025 in Munich.