boe international Dortmund

Boe international in Dortmund is the international meeting place for the event and trade fair industry and kicks off the event year every January.

The trade fair is held at the Westfalenhallen Congress Centre in Dortmund, which is known for its modern infrastructure and excellent accessibility. This location provides the ideal setting for the exhibition and the various events of the fair, making it an essential event for professionals in the fields of business communication and live marketing.

Under the motto "People. Events. Innovations.", the leading trade fair in Dortmund showcases how the future of events is taking shape.

The boe brings together exhibitors from the fields of exhibition stand construction, equipment, technology, and event IT, as well as venues, catering, and performers, with trade visitors, agencies, companies, and strategic decision-makers from marketing, HR, and procurement.

At the same time, the boe is aimed at event managers from across the economy—from office managers to corporate communications—who organize events such as anniversaries, trade fairs, or employee events and are looking for reliable partners and creative solutions. In addition to practical insights and networking opportunities, the leading trade fair offers a supporting program with lectures, panels, and side events.

Talent and students also use it as a career platform and springboard into the industry. The professional sponsor of the trade fair is the German Association of the Event Industry (fwd).

The boe international will take place on 2 days from Wednesday, 14. January to Thursday, 15. January 2026 in Dortmund.