The BOE International 2026 trade fair, widely recognized as a premier event for experience marketing and innovative event solutions, will take place at Messe Dortmund, Germany, on January 14–15, 2026. Bringing together professionals from all corners of the event industry, the two-day fair will highlight the latest in event technology, creative staging, AV, venue solutions, and live performance experiences, while also offering an extensive program of workshops, panels, and networking opportunities.
Designed for event planners, agencies, corporate decision-makers, and service providers, BOE International 2026 promises a platform to discover cutting-edge trends, market innovations, and practical solutions that are shaping the future of live experiences. Its international scope and comprehensive exhibitor lineup make it a must-attend for those looking to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving events sector.
Why Does BOE International Matter?
BOE International marks the official start of the event and trade fair calendar in Europe, bringing together a uniquely diverse mix of professionals from across the live communication, corporate events, AV, staging and experiential marketing sectors. Its international reach and cross-industry attendance make it one of the most influential meeting points of the year, supported by a strong program of practical sessions, panels and networking formats designed to spark collaboration and fresh ideas.
The show also serves as a launchpad for new event technologies, creative solutions and industry innovations, while offering valuable career and educational opportunities for emerging professionals looking to grow within the sector.
Our Presence at BOE International
Exhibitors range from established market leaders to start‑ups presenting new solutions in areas such as event technology and software, creative physical experiences, catering and venue services, promotion & live performance acts and sustainable events products, and that is why we fit like a glove. You’ll find us at Hall 4, Stand# 4F44.
Our presence at BOE International 2026 is a strategic step in reinforcing our role as a leading provider of modular scenic solutions across Europe’s event industry. The fair brings together exactly the professionals who benefit most from our system – event agencies, builders, rental companies and venue managers seeking efficient, flexible and sustainable structures. With its strong focus on innovation, design and practicality, BOE offers the ideal stage to demonstrate the strengths of our tool-less, reusable and lightweight system, as well as the clean finishes and large-format possibilities that set us apart.
The show is also a key opportunity to deepen our presence in the region, highly active in congresses, trade fairs, brand experiences and corporate events, allowing us to connect directly with decision-makers, distributors and technical teams who value precision engineering and reliability.
What You'll Find When Visiting Our Stand
Across the two days of the show, we’ll be presenting the latest advancements in our modular backdrop system, a solution widely used for:
● conference and congress stages of any size
● corporate events
● trade fairs and brand activations
● backstage setups and flexible space division
What sets our system apart is its tool-free assembly and the ability to build a wide range of configurations in remarkably little time, an essential advantage for productions working under tight schedules.
Curious about a smarter, faster and more sustainable alternative to traditional scenic construction? Let’s talk.
Don't Miss Out on our Configurator!
One of the highlights of the show will be the presentation of our Configurator, a tool that allows users to design custom stage backdrops in real time.
In broad terms, it makes it possible to:
● Define the width and height of the backdrop
● Add front or rear projection screens and choose their placement
● Instantly generate a PDF report with technical drawings and a list of components
Tools like our Configurator are becoming essential in any event and technical setups, as they speed up planning and reduce production errors. BOE International is an ideal environment to demonstrate how it can be integrated into the workflow of designers, scenographers, and production teams.
Come see AV Drop in action!
Can't Miss Event
BOE International positions itself as Europe’s leading event industry trade fair, bringing together services and technology used to design, manage and deliver events of all kinds. It’s particularly strong in:
Event & exhibition construction
Event tech (including AV & event IT)
Event equipment and furnishings
Live marketing & experience design
Catering, venues & talent/acts
Networking and industry innovation
The show is designed to help companies and professionals meet international partners and clients, discover new tech and service trends, establish business relationships early in the year and showcase creative concepts to buyers and planners. In addition to stands and exhibits, the fair includes workshops, panels & keynote talks, special stages and live performances, forums on AI, sustainability, event safety and more.
When & Where?
📍 January 14 – 15, 2026
📍 Messe Dortmund Halls 4–7
⏰ Opening hours: Jan 14: 10:00 – 18:00 / Jan 15: 10:00 – 17:00
Remember: Hall 4, Stand# 4F44. We hope to see you at BOE International 2026!
