boe international Dortmund

14. - 15. January 2026 | The leading trade fair for the event industry

In 58 days

Date:
14.01.2026 - 15.01.2026*
Wednesday - Thursday, 2 days

Trade Show Contact
medien@westfalenhallen.de
www.westfalenhallen.de

Audience:
professional visitors only

Cycle:
annually

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.

Local time:
22:06 h (UTC +01:00)

Fair location:

Kongresszentrum Westfalenhallen,
Strobelallee 45, 44139 Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Calendar entry

Fair organizer
Messe Dortmund GmbH
Strobelallee 45
44139 Dortmund, Germany
Tel: +49 (0)231 12040
Fax: +49 (0)231 1204724
medien@westfalenhallen.de
www.westfalenhallen.de

Past editions:

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  • 11. - 12. January 2023
  • 15. - 16. January 2020
  • 16. - 17. January 2019
  • 10. - 11. January 2018
  • 18. - 19. January 2017
  • 20. - 21. January 2016
  • 21. - 22. January 2015

Product groups: building systems, carpets, caterers, convention centers, Driving safety centers, event service, fireworks, hotels, photographers, rental furniture, security providers, tents, …

Branchen

Event Engineering
Event Technology
Fair Construction

Disclaimer: No responsibility is taken for the correctness of this information. Errors and alterations excepted! Fair dates and exhibition sites are subject to change by the respective trade fair organiser.

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FAQ

Where does the boe international taking place?
The boe international fair takes place in Dortmund, at the Kongresszentrum Westfalenhallen.

When is the boe international taking place?
Visit the boe international from 14. - 15. January 2026.

How often does the boe international take place?
The boe international takes place annually.

What kind of fair is the boe international?
The boe international is an exhibition for Event Engineering, Event Technology and Fair Construction.


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