Best Trade Shows in the Netherlands

218 tracked shows, ranked by exhibitor count

The Netherlands punches above its size in exhibitions, aided by dense logistics, the Port of Rotterdam and an open, trade-oriented economy. It is the world's second-largest agricultural exporter, strong in horticulture, food, chemicals and high-tech machinery. Fairs concentrate in Amsterdam, Utrecht and Rotterdam. RAI Amsterdam, with about 87,000 square metres, hosts IBC — a leading media and broadcast technology convention drawing visitors from over 170 countries — plus GreenTech for horticulture and Aquatech for the water sector; Jaarbeurs Utrecht and Rotterdam Ahoy are the other principal venues, serving technology, logistics and energy events.

218 trade shows in the Netherlands are currently tracked by Event Scout, with editions in 2026 & 2027. Together they host an estimated 28,163 exhibitors, led by ISPO (an estimated 2,732 exhibitors). Sizeable exhibitor lists are already indexed for 62 of them — VIV Europe (891 companies), Metstrade (788), Breakbulk Europe 2027 (703). Events run across 32 cities including Amsterdam, Europa and Rotterdam. The tracked calendar opens with FIFe World Show 2026 Amsterdam (1 Jun – 30 Sep 2026).

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Top industries in Netherlands

The industries Netherlands's larger trade shows concentrate in, weighted by exhibitor count.

By estimated exhibitor count across Netherlands trade shows with 70+ exhibitors — a single show can span several industries.

Top trade shows in Netherlands

Upcoming trade shows in Netherlands

Facta confirmed count from the event's captured exhibitor roster.Estimatea modeled approximation, not a confirmed figure.

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Frequently asked questions

How many trade shows are there in the Netherlands?
Event Scout currently tracks 218 trade shows in the Netherlands, with editions in 2026 & 2027.
When is trade-show season in the Netherlands?
By start date, most tracked trade shows in the Netherlands run in October and November.
What are the biggest trade fairs in the Netherlands in 2026?
By estimated exhibitor count, the biggest trade fairs in the Netherlands in 2026 are ISPO (~2,732 exhibitors), VerzamelaarsJaarbeurs (~1,200 exhibitors) and Europort (~1,100 exhibitors).
How much does it cost to exhibit in the Netherlands?
Exhibiting costs are set by each event and depend on stand size, hall location and how you fit out the booth, so there is no single rate in the Netherlands. Every show's organiser publishes its own stand pricing, and the events tracked here link through to those official sites.

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