About this expo
IMEX Frankfurt is recognized as the premier global exhibition for professionals in the meetings and events sector, holding the distinction of being the largest trade show of its kind across Europe. This annual international trade fair brings together the global meetings, events, and incentive travel industry, focusing on key categories such as MICE, Business Travel, and the broader Events Industry. The main trade show for 2027 is scheduled from Tuesday, May 11 to Thursday, May 13, with a dedicated day of specialist education preceding it on Monday, May 10.
Exhibitors at IMEX Frankfurt represent a comprehensive array of services and solutions within the industry. This includes national and regional convention bureaus, major hotel chains, conference and exhibition centers, cruise lines, airlines, spa resorts, and technology providers. Also featured are event management specialists, business travel and event services, venue and hospitality partners, tech tools for meetings, incentive travel companies, and various services for organizing, planning, consulting, product launches, employee training, and special events.
The event attracts a diverse target audience of global decision makers, event professionals, meeting planners, and incentive travel buyers from agencies, corporations, and associations. It also welcomes hospitality and event management students, academics, and the international meetings industry press. Exhibiting companies gain access to high-value decision makers with substantial budgets, benefit from personalized support to achieve ROI goals, and enhance brand visibility through various sponsorship opportunities, facilitating direct business connections with thousands of pre-qualified buyers.
Highlights
5 items- Leading global show for meetings and events professionals, and the largest of its kind in Europe.
- Takes place at Messe Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
- UFI Approved.
- Hosted 2,900 exhibiting companies (2026) and 4,739 buyers (2026).
- Includes a free Education Program, IMEX Frankfurt Gala Dinner Awards, Hosted Buyer Program, and IMEXrun.
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does IMEX Frankfurt 2027 take place?+
IMEX Frankfurt 2027 will be held from May 11 to May 13, 2027, at Messe Frankfurt in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. A free day of specialist education is scheduled for May 10, 2027.
Who organizes IMEX Frankfurt?+
The event is organized by IMEX Group.
What industries and products are covered at IMEX Frankfurt?+
IMEX Frankfurt covers the MICE, Business Travel, and Events Industry. Exhibitors showcase services from national/regional convention bureaus, hotels, conference/exhibition centers, cruise lines, airlines, spa resorts, technology providers, event management, incentive travel, and various event planning and consulting services.
How can I attend or exhibit at IMEX Frankfurt?+
General admission for attendees is $0 USD. The Hosted Buyer Program is also $0 USD if approved. Registration for IMEX Frankfurt 2027 is available by expressing interest or pre-registering. Companies can exhibit to connect with pre-qualified buyers and enhance brand visibility.
What are the practical details for participation, such as registration deadlines?+
General admission and the Hosted Buyer Program are free. Registration for the 2026 edition opened on November 26, 2025, and closed on December 19, 2025. For the 2025 edition, registrations opened on November 15, 2024, and closed on January 24, 2025.