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Great minds and the businesses they represent are set to meet at 2025 Munich trade shows and fairs. The city is well-known as a leading hub for innovation, business, and technology and the lineup of upcoming events is a testament to that. Companies, industry professionals, brands, and leading experts from various industries will be showcasing and demonstrating their latest products and services, meeting up with industry partners and customers, and networking at these 2025 Munich trade shows. 

Thanks to the diverse range of sectors represented in this lineup, industry experts, business owners, and interested parties will have the opportunity to network, learn new skills, and preview new products and technologies. Here are our top picks for upcoming 2025 Munich trade shows and fairs you can look forward to:  

Arts, Crafts, and Design

TrendSet: Arts and Crafts (January 31 – February 2, 2025)

All things glass, porcelain, ceramics, arts, and crafts are the highlight of this 2025 Munich trade show. When it comes to home decor, furniture, kitchen appliances and other crafts, TrendSet strives to set trends in these sectors. Besides the main event, there are also specialised events including TrendSet Fine Arts and TrendSet Newcomer.

Handwerk & Design: Crafts and Design (March 12 – 16, 2025)

Held at the Fairground Messe Munchen, the Handwerk & Design: Crafts and Design trade show is a delightful display of top-level craftsmanship, quality craftwork, and skilful design. You can also register to become an exhibitor directly on the site and showcase your crafts to fellow lovers of crafts and design.
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Cosmetics

COSMETIC BUSINESS (June 4 – 5, 2025)

As the name suggests, Cosmetic Business is in the business of cosmetics. This one-of-a-kind trade fair is a unique space brimming with new cosmetic ideas. Several cosmetic companies come together and exchange information and ideas on the various aspects of the industry. From development to production, packaging, and marketing, this event has plenty of experts present, making it one of the most enriching 2025 Munich trade shows.

Craftsmanship and Trade

INTERNATIONALE HANDWERKSMESSE (March 12 – 16, 2025)

The international craft fair, Internationale Handwerksmesse, is all about building, renovating, and modernising. In the 2025 edition, exhibitors from over 60 industries will share their expertise on building, renovation, crafts, design, exterior construction, gardening technology, tools and lots more. Over the 5 days of this 2025 Munich trade show, visitors will experience the vast world of crafts in one place and also learn about current trends.

Education and Career

ACCESS MBA – MUNICH: Education and Careers (February 15, 2025)

Access MBA Munich helps prospective candidates gain access to MBA opportunities. This event offers support to students aspiring to obtain an MBA degree through a variety of incentives. All this takes them a step closer to enrolling in the programme of their dream. Some of the top business schools that participate in one-to-one events between qualified candidates and admissions directors include ESMT Berlin, Hult International Business School, and the University of St. Gallen.

AZUBI- & STUDIENTAGE MÜNCHEN: Education and Careers (TBA – April 2025)

Different companies, universities, vocational schools, institutions, and associations gather at the AZUBI- & STUDIENTAGE 2025 Munich trade fair. At the fair, they provide valuable information about study programmes, training, and alternative career entry options. It’s ideal for people preparing to graduate from school and seeking information for an early start to their professional career.

ABSOLVENTENKONGRESS MÜNCHEN: Career Fair (3 July 2025)

The Absolventenkongress Munich 2025 is a central meeting point that brings students, graduates and young professionals in contact with top companies. At the job fair, these companies offer various entry-level opportunities such as internships and trainee programmes. In addition, people attending the fair can get free CV checks to help them start off their journey into their professional careers on the right foot.
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Energy and Environment

INTERSOLAR EUROPE: Solar Technology (May 7 – 9, 2025)

As the largest solar technology trade fair in the world, Intersolar Europe is a great networking opportunity for people involved in different aspects of the solar industry. Manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, installers, project developers, planners and other key players all come together to share and exchange the latest trends and ideas in solar technology.

Fashion and Textiles

MUNICH FABRIC START: Textiles (January 21 – 22, 2025)

Occurring twice a year, the Munich Fabric Start is an exhibition featuring fabrics and accessories produced by different manufacturers from around the world. New collections of textiles, finishings, and accessories are the highlight of the show, attracting thousands of visitors to Munich.

PERFORMANCE DAYS - MUNICH: Functional Fabric Fair (March 5 – 6, 2025)

The Performance Days Functional Fabric Fair is one of a kind. As a sustainable sourcing fair for functional fabrics and accessories, this exhibition celebrates advancements, plus the latest trends and innovations in the textile industry. It’s the place to go for designers, product and purchasing managers looking for high-performance functional fabrics for sportswear, workwear, and athleisure.

Health and Medical

OPTI: Optics and Optical Design (January 31 – February 2, 2025)

The 2025 Opti exhibition is set to feature various brands and companies highlighting groundbreaking trends and innovations. The focus of the exhibition is on the future of the optical industry, including discussions on topics like myopia management, health, and the latest eyewear trends.
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Leisure, Travel, and Recreation

F.RE.E: Leisure and Travel (February 19 – 23, 2025)

The travel and leisure fair, F.RE.E, is known all across Bavaria as the biggest of its kind. Through almost 900 exhibitors from over 60 countries, the fair covers all areas of the leisure and travel market. Whether you’re looking for camping and caravanning equipment or you need the latest information on outdoor activities, wellness offers, and cruises, F.RE.E is the place to be for all that and more.

GARTEN MÜNCHEN: Gardening (March 12 – 16, 2025)

Taking place annually alongside the International Craft Fair and the Handwerk & Design Fair, Garten Munchen offers a platform for the exchange of ideas on making the most of outdoor living rooms, as well as other garden and outdoor topics. Expert exhibitors share the latest trends, inspire, and give you unique advice specific to what you’re looking for concerning your garden, terrace or balcony.

Real Estate

EXPO REAL (October 6 – 8, 2025)

Anyone in the real estate industry won’t want to miss Expo Real. This trade fair acts as a platform for the constructive exchange of information, innovations, solutions, and developments happening in the real estate industry. All this happens through up-to-the-minute discussions and fascinating presentations during the fair.
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Special Interest and Collectibles

PHILATELIA MÜNCHEN: Stamp Collecting (March 1 - 2, 2025)

Avid stamp collectors are sure to enjoy attending the Philatelia Munich. The event gives collectors, newcomers, and returning visitors the chance to interact with specialist retailers, auction houses, accessory manufacturers, postal administrations, and publishers.

NUMISMATA MÜNCHEN: Numismatics (March 1 – 2, 2025)

Since 1970, Numismata has been a special event celebrating coins, medals, banknotes, historic securities, shares and lots more. It’s a great place to learn about modern and historic currency and even get professional valuations and consultations on issues of collecting and investing.

MINERALIENTAGE MÜNCHEN: Minerals and Fossils (October 23 - 26, 2025)

As the leading international trade show for jewellery, minerals, gemstones, and accessories in Europe, Mineralientage is the place where sellers, buyers, jewellers, and collectors come together. The exhibitions at the show include Mineralworld, Gemworld, Fossilworld, and Stoneworld. Through these, visitors will enjoy learning about the mineral industry, fine jewellery and rough stones, fossils, and wellness with stones.

Technology and Electronics

LOPE-C: Organic and Printed Electronics (February 25 – 27, 2025)

LOPE-C is the international trade fair for flexible, organic and printed electronics. It brings together key players from the automotive manufacturing, energy production, medical technology, pharmacy and everyday electronic devices industries. The focus topics for the upcoming fair are Smart Living and Mobility; exploring advancements in technology in these areas.

ICE EUROPE: Paper and Film Industry (March 11 – 13, 2025)

The ICE Europe trade show focuses on the conversion of paper, film, foil, and nonwovens. Buyers, retailers, consultants and developers network, discover solutions and assess the latest market trends at this 2025 Munich trade show. Visitors can also enjoy exhibitions of the latest machinery and services in key areas including coating, laminating, drying, curing and more.

PRODUCTRONICA: Electronics Development & Production (November 18 – 21, 2025)

Productronica is a leading global trade fair for electronics development and production, held every two years in Munich. It attracts exhibitors and visitors from all over the world, making it a significant event in the electronics sector. Exhibitors premier new products at this event, share intelligent solutions to industry-related problems, and offer inspiration for the market as a whole.

HIGH END MUNICH: HiFi & Home Theatre (May 15 – 18, 2025)

High End is a leading international audio show, featuring over 500 exhibitors and 1,000 brands. Through renowned audio exhibitions, all these set the tone for a top-class auditory experience. Audio experts and professionals gather together at this event to share their latest innovations, along with their love and passion for music and authentic, high-end sound.

EURO CINE EXPO: Film, TV & Media Trends (June 26 – 28, 2025)

Euro Cine Expo is a premier event for film, TV, and media professionals, offering a dynamic platform to connect, collaborate, and explore the latest industry trends. Attendees can expect a wide range of offerings, including over 100 exhibitors showcasing their products and services, 40+ symposium sessions covering diverse topics, and representation from 50+ countries. New for 2025, Euro Cine Expo is expanding its focus on cinematography, lighting, and grip. Additionally, the event will delve into post-production techniques, AI applications, location services, and production design.
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Transportation and Vehicles

IMOT MÜNCHEN: Motorcycles (February 21 – 23, 2025)

Set to occur at the Munich Exhibition Centre, IMOT MÜNCHEN 2025 promises to be an unforgettable event for motorcycle fans. Exhibitions at the event will include the latest motorcycle and scooter models, plus all the information you need about tuning, travel, clothing, and accessories.

E MOVE 360° EUROPE: Mobility and Vehicles (14 - 15 October, 2025)

The E MOVE 360° trade fair focuses on electric and autonomous mobility. For the 2025 edition, the focus will be on automated driving, e-mobility, battery technology, charging and energy. As such, the show is a welcome space for a wide range of industries and professional users. That includes transportation companies, fleet managers, tourism companies, electrical installers and so many more.

WM WERKSTATTMESSE MÜNCHEN: Automotive Parts and Workshop Equipment (17 - 19 October, 2025)

Over 250 exhibitors will be present at the 2025 WM Werkstattmesse, sharing insightful information and the latest innovations related to car and commercial vehicle parts, workshop equipment, pain accessories, tyres and more. To wind up the event, the trade fair also includes a variety of entertainment programmes like live cooking shows, music and lots more.

Wedding

HOCHZEITSTAGE MÜNCHEN (January 11 – 12, 2025)

HOCHZEITSTAGE was created to bridge the gap between happy couples planning their big day and the wedding industry professionals who turn their dreams into reality. Visitors to the 2025 Munich trade show can find out all they need to know about planning their dream wedding in one place from professionals in bridal and men’s fashion, catering, beauty, accessories, decoration, photography and more.

Final Word: Munich Trade Shows & Fairs in 2025

The 2025 lineup of Munich’s trade shows and fairs is set to be a unique platform for professionals, businesses, and enthusiasts of various industries to connect over what matters the most to them. There’s so much to explore and enjoy in the upcoming events, from groundbreaking technology and advancements in medicine to cutting-edge solutions in the automotive and fashion industries. 

All these offer a great opportunity to discover new trends, stay at the forefront of your industry and get inspired to change the world. Plus, there are so many other reasons to visit Munich too. So, mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable exploration of these 2025 Munich trade shows – and the many wonders of the Bavarian capital itself! 

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