Prepare for the highly anticipated abf, the leading trade show for leisure and recreation! This industry titan returns to the Hannover Fairground from February 12th to 16th, 2025. The event coincides with the renowned BIG, a building and garden exhibition, both drawing substantial crowds.
abf 2025 is set to deliver a comprehensive showcase of products spanning the leisure and travel industries. Buyers will easily meet their requirements within the show’s six key areas: Active & Fit, Outdoor & Fitness, Travel & Vacation, van life, Car & Mobility and Caravaning & Camping, ensuring they can efficiently source their needs.
Every abf event attracts key industry figures, making it a prime B2C business and innovation platform. The 2025 edition includes an engaging supporting program featuring interactive activities for children and the ICAROS Fitness Challenge for active adults.
To enhance your abf 2025 visit, consider booking your accommodation through ExpoBeds, which provides access to special room rates at various hotels in Hannover. Whether you want to stay near Hannover Fairground or in other convenient locations around the city, we can help. Contact us now for a free personalised abf 2025 travel quote!
Past editions
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| Visitors | 94,000 |
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| Exhibitors | 517 | 461 | 56 |
| Visitors | 90,553 | 90,553 | 0 |
Next editions
abf 2026
Hannover Fairground
Quick info
| Organiser: | Fachausstellungen Heckmann GmbH |
| Founded: | 1978 |
| Frequency: | every year |
| Next Edition: | abf 2026 |
| Sectors: | Hobby | Sporting goods | Tourism | Leisure |
| Website: | abf official website |
| Exhibitors: | Exhibitor registration |
Important facts
- 500+ exhibitors
- 35,000+ sq m of exhibition area
- 90,000+ visitors
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