The most important fairs and events held in Barcelona
It is said that the beauty of Barcelona is only matched by the hustle and bustle of its financial centre. This economic hub is, without a doubt, one of the centres where “the action” moves on the peninsula. But that is not all. Its influence on a European level is growing, and proof of this are the increasingly important trade fairs and events that take place in Barcelona. We take a look at the most important ones and give you reasons to visit them.
Barcelona as an international hub for trade fairs and events in Europe
Since it hosted the Olympic Games in 1992, Barcelona has become a centre for networking, trade fairs and events. It is famous for its sectoral trade fairs, which run from March to November. Events such as the now classic Salón del Manga also make this a unique destination. If we add to this the fact that the city of Barcelona is much more, full of places to see, technology and culture, it is impossible that it has not become an economic hub.
The possibilities multiply if, in addition to visiting trade fairs and events, we want to network and make contact with market leaders in our sector. Fairs in the technological field stand out, but they are by far not the only ones.
Most important trade fairs and events held in Barcelona
- Cosmobeauty: In the centre of the city, on Gran Vía, the most important event in the beauty and hairdressing sector takes place every year. Among the fairs and events we find this one as one of the main ones. It takes place in the month of April on the Gran Via in Barcelona.
- Barcelona Specs: One of the best known celebrations is aimed at optical professionals and manufacturers in the sector. It is the largest fair of independent eyewear brands in Spain and one of the largest in Europe. It is held in April, specifically in Montjuic.
Saló de L’Ensenyament: This event brings together teachers and companies linked to education. It is a fair held in Montjuic.
4.Futura: One of the most prestigious private universities for master’s and postgraduate courses.
- Barcelona Motor Show: This is one of the most international events in the city of Barcelona and is held annually in Montjuic. This show presents the new products of the best high and mid-range brands.
- Hostelco: The international trade fair for catering, hotel and catering equipment brings together every year true authorities in this field. It is held annually in Gran Vía during the month of May.
- Alimentaria: The international food and beverage show is also one of Barcelona’s best-known trade fairs and events. It takes place in May in Gran Via.
- ISE: The most relevant professional audiovisual event in Barcelona also includes integration systems and many other novelties. It is held annually in June.
9.Bizbarcelona: Every year in June takes place in Montjuic the meeting between SMEs and entrepreneurs.
- B-Travel: Along with Fitur, this is the most relevant tourism sector fair. It is held in June in Montjuic.
11.4YFN: The mobile technology entrepreneurship fair is also held in June in Montjuic.
- MWC Barcelona: Among the mobile technology events, this one stands out, held in June in Gran Vía.
These are just a small sample of all the trade fairs, as other highlights include Industry From Needs for industrial equipment, IAAPA for the entertainment sector, the boat show, the seafood show, in-cosmetics for cosmetics, caravanning for caravans, Barcelona Tatoo, Hispack for packaging, Barcelona Meeting Point or real estate show, food tech, the manga show and ibtm world for business travel.
