The 2026 edition of the Hardenberg Recreation Trade Fair (November 11–13) welcomed a record number of over 9000 visitors. Marketing efforts in Germany and the "Deutschland Live" event paid off. Many more international visitors came to Hardenberg. The rest of the knowledge program was also well-attended and appreciated.
The trade fair introduced several new features, such as Indoor Innovation Playground, Chefs Gemak, Deutschland Live, and Dagrecreatie Live, which immediately created extra dynamism on the floor and were enthusiastically received by visitors and exhibitors alike.
This year, knowledge programs were held at two locations. The theme day, "Deutschland Live," offered networking opportunities for German and Dutch entrepreneurs. Richard Otten's podcasts are becoming increasingly popular and attracted many interested visitors. It was also notable that knowledge sessions were regularly organized at the stands of various companies (including Booking Experts and Snakeware). The Recreation Trade Fair is thus increasingly becoming a platform for both products and knowledge.
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Recreation Trade Fair 2026
The organizers are looking forward to next year with confidence. On November 17, 18, and 19, 2026, Evenementenhal Hardenberg will once again host the annual gathering, where the Recreation Trade Fair will prepare the recreation sector for the future. "We are incredibly proud of the success of this edition," says Commercial Manager Jeffry Plaggenmarsch. "The combination of growth, high-quality exhibitors, qualified visitors, and extensive knowledge programs makes the Recreation Trade Fair more relevant than ever for every recreation entrepreneur."
Many exhibitors showed their confidence in the event: hundreds have already booked their stands for the 2026 edition during the fair.
More information: www.recreatie-vakbeurs.nl