Utrecht, a vibrant city in the heart of the Netherlands, is a major transportation hub and a center for trade, innovation, and culture. The city’s trade fair scene reflects its dynamism, attracting professionals and consumers from across the Netherlands and neighboring countries to explore the latest trends and opportunities across various industries.
6 Facts about Trade Fairs in Utrecht:
- 🇳🇱 A total of 28 trade fairs were organized in Utrecht throughout 2022.
- 🌎 None of these were classified as international trade fairs according to the UFI classification. However, many attract a significant international audience.
- 🏢 The number of companies participating as exhibitors in Utrecht’s trade fairs is not specified in the provided document for most events.
- 🎫 Over 265,000 people visited the trade shows in Utrecht during 2022.
- 🏥 The Healthcare & Pharma sector had a strong presence, with a major trade show dedicated to medical technology and care attracting professionals from across the Netherlands and beyond.
- 🏗️ Utrecht also hosted notable trade shows in the Construction & Development sector, showcasing innovative building materials, technologies, and services.
Here is the list of the top 6 trade fairs in Utrecht. The list was prepared by ExpoStep. based on the UFI Euro Fair Statistic 2022 report.
Kampeer & Caravan Jaarbeurs
Kampeer & Caravan Jaarbeurs is a major consumer fair for camping and caravanning enthusiasts, showcasing the latest models of motorhomes, caravans, tents, camping gear, and outdoor leisure products. It attracts a large audience of outdoor enthusiasts, families, and industry professionals.
- Sectors:: Leisure, Hobby & Entertainment, Automotive & Transportation
- Number of Exhibitors: Not specified
- Number of Visitors: 40,000
- Venue: Jaarbeurs Utrecht
- Organizer: Jaarbeurs Utrecht
Dutch Comic Con (November Edition)
Dutch Comic Con is a popular consumer event celebrating pop culture, comics, manga, anime, fantasy, and science fiction. It features cosplay contests, artist alleys, workshops, screenings, meet-and-greets with actors and artists, and vendor booths selling merchandise related to geek culture.
- Sectors:: Entertainment & Culture, Comics & Collectibles, Gaming, Anime & Manga
- Number of Exhibitors: Not specified
- Number of Visitors: 50,000
- Venue: Jaarbeurs Utrecht
- Organizer: Jaarbeurs Utrecht
Support
Support is a trade fair focusing on assistive technology, rehabilitation equipment, and care solutions for people with disabilities, seniors, and those in need of care. It showcases a wide range of products and services, including mobility aids, assistive devices, home care solutions, and rehabilitation technologies.
- Sectors:: Healthcare & Pharma, Assistive Technology, Rehabilitation
- Number of Exhibitors: Not specified
- Number of Visitors: 9,739
- Venue: Jaarbeurs Utrecht
- Organizer: Jaarbeurs Utrecht
VSK
VSK is a major trade fair for climate control, sanitation, and refrigeration technologies, showcasing the latest innovations in HVAC&R systems, energy efficiency, and sustainable building practices. It attracts installers, plumbers, heating engineers, and industry professionals from across the Netherlands.
- Sectors:: Construction & Development, Energy & Utilities, HVAC&R
- Number of Exhibitors: 271
- Number of Visitors: 28,299
- Venue: Jaarbeurs Utrecht
- Organizer: Jaarbeurs Utrecht
KreaDoe (October Edition)
KreaDoe is a consumer fair dedicated to creative hobbies, crafts, and DIY. It showcases a range of materials, tools, and techniques for knitting, crocheting, sewing, scrapbooking, jewelry making, and other creative pursuits, attracting hobbyists and DIY enthusiasts from across the Netherlands.
- Sectors:: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
- Number of Exhibitors: 290
- Number of Visitors: 43,000
- Venue: Jaarbeurs Utrecht
- Organizer: Jaarbeurs Utrecht
Dutch Comic Con (March Edition)
This is the spring edition of Dutch Comic Con, featuring a similar range of pop culture attractions and entertainment as the November edition.
- Sectors:: Entertainment & Culture, Comics & Collectibles, Gaming, Anime & Manga
- Number of Exhibitors: Not specified
- Number of Visitors: 41,869
- Venue: Jaarbeurs Utrecht
- Organizer: Jaarbeurs Utrecht
Utrecht’s trade fairs, with their diverse offerings, consumer appeal, and focus on key industries like healthcare, technology, and creative hobbies, demonstrate the city’s dynamic economy and its role as a major center for trade and innovation in the Netherlands. These events offer valuable opportunities for professionals and consumers to connect, explore new trends and products, and contribute to the ongoing development of their respective sectors.
