About this expo
The Internationale Kulturbörse Freiburg (IKF) serves as the premier trade fair for stage productions, music, and events across German-speaking regions. Positioned as a vital annual gathering for the cultural and events sector, the IKF operates under the claim "Culture Connects People." It provides a dedicated platform for professionals to explore new offerings and productions, fostering connections between artists, agents, and decision-makers.
Exhibitors at IKF gain direct access to festival directors, booking agencies, and cultural managers, enabling them to expand their business networks and nurture customer relationships. The event's central location in the Germany–France–Switzerland border triangle facilitates networking with national and international market players. The IKF attracts a professional audience including performers, artists, festival organizers, agents, and event professionals, all seeking new collaborations and market insights.
The upcoming edition will take place from January 25 to January 27, 2027, at Messegelände in Freiburg, Germany. Organized by Freiburg Wirtschaft Touristik und Messe GmbH & Co. KG, the event covers core sectors such as performing arts, music, street theatre, and live acts, offering a comprehensive overview of the cultural and events landscape.
Highlights
5 items- Largest trade fair for stage productions, music, and events in German-speaking countries.
- Recorded 4,200 trade participants (2023).
- AUMA listed.
- Held at Messegelände, Freiburg, Germany.
- Features concurrent events including Fachtag, Keynotes, Workshops, Panels, Newcomer-Bühne, Showcases, IKF-Night, Installations, and a Seminar programme.
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does Internationale Kulturbörse Freiburg take place?+
The Internationale Kulturbörse Freiburg will take place from January 25 to January 27, 2027, at Messegelände in Freiburg, Germany.
Who organizes the Internationale Kulturbörse Freiburg?+
The event is organized by Freiburg Wirtschaft Touristik und Messe GmbH & Co. KG.
What industries and products are covered at IKF?+
The IKF focuses on stage productions, music, and events, including performing arts, street theatre, live acts, and the broader cultural and events sector.
How can professionals attend or exhibit at the Internationale Kulturbörse Freiburg?+
The event is open to professionals. Exhibitors can secure a stand, with prices starting from €605.00 for a Joint Stand or per square meter for private booths. Participation in a showcase requires booking an exhibition stand.
What are the costs for exhibiting and key dates for showcases?+
A Joint Stand costs €605.00. Private booth prices per square meter range from €109.00 for a Row booth to €129.00 for an Open-sided booth. System stands are also available, ranging from €33.00/m² to €77.00/m². Showcases will occur on Tuesday, January 26, 2027, and Wednesday, January 27, 2027. Newcomers will perform on Monday, January 25, 2027.