Messe Frankfurt is one of the most important exhibition and trade fair centers in the world, known for hosting large-scale events that attract thousands of visitors and exhibitors from all over the planet. In 2024, Messe Frankfurt is preparing for a year full of innovations, business opportunities, and international encounters that promise to be unforgettable. This article offers a detailed view of the event calendar, the importance of Messe Frankfurt in the trade fair and exhibition industry, and practical tips for those planning to attend.
Event Calendar at Messe Frankfurt 2024
The Messe Frankfurt 2024 calendar is packed with events covering a wide range of industries, from technology and fashion to automotive and books. Each month, the exhibition grounds transform to welcome thousands of visitors and professionals looking to learn about the latest trends, establish business contacts, and discover innovations.
Here's the complete event calendar for the second half of 2024:
August 2024
- DEU Frankfurt/Main show
- Date: 29 Aug'24
- Event: WWE LIVE - ROAD to BASH in BERLIN
- Description: An exciting live wrestling event, part of the tour culminating in Berlin.
September 2024
- DEU Frankfurt/Main Conference
- Date: 04--05 Sep'24
- Event: Handelsblatt Banken-Gipfel 2024
- Description: Banking summit organized by Handelsblatt, focused on challenges and opportunities in the financial sector.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main Congress - Convention
- Date: 06 Sep'24
- Event: HIK2024 -- 7. Hessischer Innovationskongress
- Description: Hesse Innovation Congress, where the latest trends and developments in innovation are discussed.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main international trade fair Mobility & Logistics
- Date: 10--14 Sep'24
- Event: Automechanika Frankfurt
- Description: The world's leading trade fair in the automotive services industry, showcasing the latest in mobility and logistics.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference
- Date: 18 Sep'24
- Event: Assistants' World 2024
- Description: Conference aimed at administrative assistants, with workshops and talks for professional development.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 18 Sep'24
- Event: Ayliva - In Liebe, Ayliva Tour 2024
- Description: Concert by artist Ayliva as part of her "In Liebe" tour.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 19 Sep'24
- Event: Peter Fox - Live 2024
- Description: Live concert by musician Peter Fox.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference
- Date: 20 Sep'24
- Event: PANDA Women Leadership Summit 2024
- Description: Women's leadership summit, focused on empowerment and networking for women leaders.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 20 Sep'24
- Event: Scorpions - Love At First Sting
- Description: Concert by the legendary rock band Scorpions.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference and exhibition
- Date: 21 Sep'24
- Event: Stuzubi Schülermesse Frankfurt für Ausbildung & Studium
- Description: Educational fair aimed at students, with information on training and studies.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference and exhibition
- Date: 22--26 Sep'24
- Event: 50th European Conference on Optical Communication (ECOC 24)
- Description: European conference on optical communication, celebrating its 50th anniversary.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main international trade fair Textile Care, Cleaning & Cleanroom Technologies
- Date: 25--26 Sep'24
- Event: Cleanzone
- Description: International trade fair dedicated to cleaning, hygiene, and contamination control technologies in clean rooms.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 28--29 Sep'24
- Event: KCON GERMANY 2024
- Description: Korean pop culture convention, with concerts and activities related to K-Pop.
October 2024
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference
- Date: 05 Oct'24
- Event: #KidsKon 2024 - Diabetes Kinder- und Jugendkongress
- Description: Diabetes congress aimed at children and youth.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 08 Oct'24
- Event: Bryan Adams - So Happy It Hurts Tour 2024
- Description: Concert by famous singer Bryan Adams as part of his "So Happy It Hurts" tour.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 11 Oct'24
- Event: Melanie Martinez - The Trilogy Tour
- Description: Concert by Melanie Martinez, known for her unique and visually impactful style.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 12 Oct'24
- Event: Powerwolf - Wolfsnächte Tour 2024
- Description: Concert by the metal band Powerwolf.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 14 Oct'24
- Event: One Vision of Queen feat. Marc Martel
- Description: Queen tribute show featuring Marc Martel.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main international trade fair
- Date: 16--20 Oct'24
- Event: Frankfurter Buchmesse 2024
- Description: The world's largest book fair, with exhibitors and authors from all over the world.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 19 Oct'24
- Event: Il Volo - Live in Concert 2024
- Description: Concert by the Italian tenor trio Il Volo.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference
- Date: 21--22 Oct'24
- Event: Digital-Gipfel 2024 der Bundesregierung
- Description: Digital summit organized by the German government, focused on digital transformation.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 22 Oct'24
- Event: Lindsey Stirling - The Duality Tour
- Description: Concert by violinist Lindsey Stirling, known for her energetic performances and genre-blending style.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main sporting event
- Date: 25--27 Oct'24
- Event: Mainova Frankfurt Marathon und Marathonmall
- Description: Frankfurt Marathon, one of the city's most important sporting events.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main international trade fair and trade congress
- Date: 30--31 Oct'24
- Event: Electric & Hybrid Aerospace Technology Symposium
- Description: Symposium on electric and hybrid aerospace technologies.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference and exhibition
- Date: 30--31 Oct'24
- Event: IMPACT FESTIVAL
- Description: Festival centered on sustainability and innovation.
November 2024
- DEU Frankfurt/Main exhibition open to the public
- Date: 01--03 Nov'24
- Event: Discovery Art Fair Frankfurt
- Description: Art fair open to the public, with exhibitions by contemporary artists.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference
- Date: 04--05 Nov'24
- Event: This is Marketing
- Description: Marketing conference, focused on the latest trends and strategies in the sector.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main congress - convention
- Date: 06--07 Nov'24
- Event: Deutscher Mobilitätskongress 2024
- Description: German mobility congress, discussing the future of transport and urban mobility.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main international trade fair Textile Care, Cleaning & Cleanroom Technologies
- Date: 06--09 Nov'24
- Event: Texcare International - World Market for Modern Textile Care
- Description: International trade fair for textile care, cleaning, and cleanroom technologies.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main international trade fair
- Date: 07--09 Nov'24
- Event: Franchise Expo Germany
- Description: Trade fair dedicated to franchising, presenting opportunities for businesses and entrepreneurs.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main international trade fair
- Date: 08--09 Nov'24
- Event: infotage FACHDENTAL Frankfurt
- Description: Trade fair dedicated to the dental sector, with the latest innovations and products.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 10 Nov'24
- Event: Sleep Token - Euro Tour 2024
- Description: Concert by the band Sleep Token as part of their European tour.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main international trade fair
- Date: 13--14 Nov'24
- Event: Pest Protect - International Trade Fair & Symposium for Pest Control
- Description: International trade fair and symposium on pest control.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference
- Date: 14--15 Nov'24
- Event: Forum deutscher Wirtschaftsförderungen 2024
- Description: German economic promotion forum.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference and exhibition
- Date: 15--16 Nov'24
- Event: Frankfurt Health Tourism Expo
- Description: Exhibition on health tourism, focused on treatments and wellness.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 16 Nov'24
- Event: Mordlust - Staub und Asche Tour 2024
- Description: Concert by the band Mordlust.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main international trade fair
- Date: 19--21 Nov'24
- Event: Food Ingredients Europe
- Description: International trade fair for food ingredients.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main international exhibition and conference Manufacturing Technologies & Components
- Date: 19--22 Nov'24
- Event: Formnext - International exhibition and convention on the next generation of manufacturing technologies
- Description: International exhibition and convention on next-generation manufacturing technologies.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference
- Date: 19--21 Nov'24
- Event: GLCI Jubiläumskongress
- Description: GLCI anniversary congress.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main show
- Date: 20--21 Nov'24
- Event: Let's Dance - Die Live-Tournee 2024
- Description: Live tour of the popular dance show "Let's Dance".
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 22 Nov'24
- Event: RAF Camora 2024 - PHANTOM TOUR 2024
- Description: Concert by rapper RAF Camora.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference and exhibition
- Date: 22--23 Nov'24
- Event: World of Trading 2024
- Description: Conference and exhibition on trading and finance.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 23 Nov'24
- Event: André Rieu 2024 - und sein Johann Strauss Orchester
- Description: Concert by violinist André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference
- Date: 26--27 Nov'24
- Event: Tax Technology Conference 2024
- Description: Conference on tax technology.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference
- Date: 26--27 Nov'24
- Event: THE #P2X CONFERENCE 2024
- Description: Conference on Power-to-X technology.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main international trade fair
- Date: 29 Nov'24
- Event: ITCS Frankfurt - IT & Career Summit
- Description: IT and career summit in Frankfurt.
December 2024
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 02 Dec'24
- Event: Die Fantastischen Vier - Long Player On Tour 2024
- Description: Concert by the popular German band Die Fantastischen Vier.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference
- Date: 03--05 Dec'24
- Event: cyberevolution
- Description: Conference on cybersecurity and digital evolution.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 03--04 Dec'24
- Event: Night of the Proms 2024 - Klassik trifft Pop
- Description: Event that fuses classical and pop music.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main international trade fair
- Date: 04--05 Dec'24
- Event: Architect@work
- Description: International trade fair dedicated to architecture and design.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main show
- Date: 05 Dec'24
- Event: Sebastian Fitzek - Die größte Thriller Tour der Welt
- Description: Live thriller tour with author Sebastian Fitzek.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 06 Dec'24
- Event: Jazeek 2024 - 2002 Tour
- Description: Concert by artist Jazeek.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 07 Dec'24
- Event: Die Schlagernacht des Jahres 2024 - Das Original
- Description: Schlager Night, a popular music event in Germany.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 09 Dec'24
- Event: Deichkind - Kids In Meinem Alter Tour 2024
- Description: Concert by the band Deichkind.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main conference
- Date: 09--12 Dec'24
- Event: IT-Tage 2024
- Description: IT Days, a conference on information technology.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main show
- Date: 10 Dec'24
- Event: Riverdance - Das Original
- Description: Irish dance show.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main concert
- Date: 13 Dec'24
- Event: Cro - Cronicles Tour 2024
- Description: Concert by rapper Cro.
- DEU Frankfurt/Main show
- Date: 27--28 Dec'24
- Event: Ehrlich Brothers - Diamonds - Die besten Illusionen aus 10 Jahren Tour
- Description: Magic show with the illusionists Ehrlich Brothers.
Importance of Messe Frankfurt in the Trade Fair and Exhibition Industry
Messe Frankfurt is more than a physical space; it's a nerve center for innovation and commerce. Its importance in the trade fair and exhibition industry lies in its ability to connect global markets, facilitate knowledge exchange, and foster collaboration across different sectors.
The venue offers state-of-the-art facilities including spacious halls, conference rooms equipped with advanced technology, and high-quality rest and catering areas. Moreover, its strategic location in Frankfurt, one of Europe's most accessible cities, facilitates the arrival of visitors and exhibitors from all over the world.
Main Fairs and Exhibitions in 2024
Frankfurt Book Fair
Known as the world's largest book fair, this event attracts publishers, authors, literary agents, and book lovers from all over. During my visit to this fair in 2018, I was impressed by the magnitude of the event and the diversity of activities and presentations.
Frankfurt Buchmesse, the Frankfurt Book FairLight & Building
The leading fair in lighting and building technology is an essential meeting point for industry professionals. My experience at the 2018 edition was very positive, highlighting the excellent organization and the quality of exhibitors and presentations.
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Automechanika
This fair is fundamental for the automotive industry, showcasing the latest innovations in parts, accessories, and services. It's a crucial event for manufacturers, distributors, and technicians in the automotive sector.
Heimtextil
Specialized in textiles and interior decoration, Heimtextil brings together designers, manufacturers, and retailers to explore new trends and innovative products. The fair is known for its inspiring atmosphere and high-quality presentations.
Personal Experience: Visiting Frankfurt and Messe Frankfurt
Visiting Frankfurt and its famous exhibition center is a unique experience. During one of my visits, during the Christmas season, I enjoyed the festive atmosphere of the city, although I found that, compared to other German cities, Frankfurt lacked a special charm. Despite this, both the historic center and the riverside area and financial district offer interesting attractions.
One of my most memorable visits to Messe Frankfurt was during the Light & Building fair. The organization of the event was impeccable, with spacious exhibition areas, internal transport services, and a varied gastronomic offer. Additionally, the Frankfurt Book Fair is simply impressive, with a scale and diversity that make it unique in the world.
Enjoying Frankfurt Messe and the cityTips for Attending Messe Frankfurt 2024
If you're planning to attend an event at Messe Frankfurt, here are some practical tips:
- Plan ahead: Check the event calendar and register your participation in advance. Some fairs may require tickets that sell out quickly.
- Transportation: Messe Frankfurt is well connected by trams, subway, and buses. Trams 16 and 17 and subway line U4 are recommended options to reach from the central station.
- Accommodation: Book your accommodation in advance, especially during major events. There's a wide variety of hotels near the exhibition grounds.
- Comfort: Wear comfortable shoes, as you're likely to walk a lot. The venue is large and spans several halls.
- Networking: Bring enough business cards and be prepared to establish contacts. Fairs are excellent opportunities to expand your professional network.
Impact of Messe Frankfurt on the Local Economy
Messe Frankfurt has a significant impact on the local economy of Frankfurt and its surroundings. Every year, the events attract hundreds of thousands of visitors who contribute to the city's hotel, gastronomy, and commercial sectors. Additionally, the exhibition center employs thousands of people and supports a network of local suppliers and services related to event organization.
Messe Frankfurt boosts the local economy by attracting visitors, generating jobs, and supporting businesses related to events and tourism.
Conclusions and Expectations for Messe Frankfurt 2024
With a calendar full of world-class events, Messe Frankfurt 2024 promises to be an exciting year for exhibitors and visitors. The combination of top-tier facilities, professional organization, and a vibrant and accessible city make Messe Frankfurt an unbeatable choice for international events. If you're planning to attend, prepare yourself for an enriching experience full of opportunities.