About this expo
Coupe Icare Expo is the dedicated professional trade show within the broader Coupe Icare festival, described by its organizer as the world's largest festival for paragliding and ultralight air sports. This annual event takes place in September in the Isere department of France, specifically across two linked sites: Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet for takeoff activities and Lumbin for landing, nestled in the French Alps. The 53rd edition in 2026 runs from September 15 to September 20.
The Icare Expo, located at the Saint-Hilaire site, serves as a trade fair for free flight professionals. Exhibitors include French and international brands specializing in paragliding, hang gliding, and paramotor equipment. A preview session allows around twenty exhibitors to offer pilots trials of new products like wings, harnesses, and flight instruments.
The festival attracts a diverse audience, from pilots participating in competitive flying and equipment testing to the general public enjoying aerial displays and cultural programs. The Icare Test sessions provide pilots with early access to the season's product releases in real flying conditions. Beyond the professional trade show, the event features an international aerial film festival (Icare du Cinema, 44th edition in 2026), conferences, and public-facing exhibitions like Atterro Expo at the Lumbin landing site, designed to introduce air sports to a wider audience.
Highlights
5 items- 53rd edition in 2026
- AUMA listed
- Held at St Hilaire du Touvet - Lumbin, France
- Features Icare Expo, a professional trade show for free flight equipment
- Includes Icare du Cinema, the 44th international aerial film festival (2026)
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does Coupe Icare Expo take place?+
Coupe Icare Expo is held annually from September 15 to September 20, 2026, in Lumbin, France. The event spans two main sites: Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet for takeoff activities and Lumbin for landing and public exhibitions.
Who is the organizer of Coupe Icare Expo?+
The event is organized by Coupe Icare - Office du Tourisme.
What industries and products are covered at Coupe Icare Expo?+
The professional trade show, Icare Expo, focuses on free flight equipment, including paragliding, hang gliding, and paramotor gear. Exhibitors showcase wings, harnesses, and flight instruments from French and international brands.
How can I attend or exhibit at Coupe Icare Expo?+
The event is open to the public. Information for pilot registration and general attendance, including ticket sales, is available on the official website. For exhibiting, the Icare Expo is designed for free flight professionals.
What are the admission details and payment methods for the 2026 edition?+
Paid admission applies from Friday to Sunday. A one-day entry costs 11 euros, a 3-day PASS is 21 euros, and a FULL PASS (3 days plus cinema access) is 55 euros. Tickets are sold online and on-site. The event operates a cashless wristband system for on-site purchases, with unused balances refundable from September 21 to October 5, 2026.