FESPA 2026

May 19–22 at Fira Barcelona, Gran Via

FESPA 2025 Figures (Berlin)

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Countries of origin of visitors

FESPA 2026: Dates, What to Expect, and How to Prepare Your Booth

FESPA 2026 will be one of the key moments in Europe’s printing and visual communication calendar. The next edition of FESPA Global Print Expo will take place from May 19–22, 2026 at Fira Barcelona Gran Via, bringing together five events under one roof.

If you sell machinery, substrates, software, or services related to digital printing, large format, textile, personalization, or signage, this guide is designed to help you decide whether exhibiting is worth it—and how to do it right. And if you’d rather skip the stress of managing a booth, you’ll find below how Servis can help.

What Is FESPA and What Makes It Special in 2026

FESPA is Europe’s leading trade show for specialty printing and signage, with a strong focus on digital and screen printing, large format, textile, signage, and personalization solutions. Since 1962, it has brought together manufacturers, distributors, printers, and industry decision-makers from around the world.

For 2026, FESPA positions itself as “The place for experts,” reinforcing its role as a global meeting point for sharing innovation, trends, and business opportunities in specialty printing and visual communication.

In 2026, the flagship event—FESPA Global Print Expo—returns to Barcelona and will take place alongside the European Sign Expo, Personalisation Experience, and the new Corrugated (packaging and corrugated board) and Textile (textile and garment) events.

Dates, Venue, and Key Facts for FESPA 2026

Item	Details
Main Show	FESPA Global Print Expo 2026
Dates	May 19–22, 2026
City	Barcelona, Spain
Venue	Fira Barcelona – Gran Via (L’Hospitalet de Llobregat)
Opening hours	Tue–Thu 10:00–18:00 · Fri 10:00–15:00
Organizer	FESPA Ltd.
Event type	International B2B trade show for print, textile, personalization, and signage
Official visitor website	https://europe.fespa.com
Global event website	https://www.fespaglobalprintexpo.com

The Gran Via venue is one of the most modern in Europe, offering around 240,000 m² of exhibition space, eight interconnected halls, and services designed for major trade fairs (parking, dining, logistics, and more).

What You’ll Find at FESPA 2026: Show Areas and Parallel Events

FESPA 2026 is more than a single trade show—it’s a hub of five events sharing the same dates and venue.

FESPA Global Print Expo

It’s the heart of the event and Europe’s largest showcase for:

Large-format and super-wide-format digital printing
Screen printing and hybrid technologies
Direct-to-garment and transfer textile printing
Materials, substrates, inks, software, automation, and finishing solutions

FESPA anticipates 500+ exhibitors in 2026, focused on showcasing technologies,
materials, and applications for print and signage.

European Sign Expo

A dedicated event for non-printed signage and visual communication:
dimensional signage, lighting, digital signage, electronic displays, and more.
If your offering sits between print and signage, having both audiences in the same venue
is a clear advantage.

Personalisation Experience

Textile 2026 y Corrugated 2026

Two new specialized shows will debut in 2026:

Textile 2026: technologies, machinery, and solutions for textile printing and garment production.
Corrugated 2026: everything related to corrugated packaging, displays, and point-of-sale applications.

Both events share the same dates and entry as FESPA, expanding the scope to textile, fashion, packaging, and POS/POP.

Other Activities: World Wrap Masters, Conferences, and Networking

FESPA 2026 will once again host the World Wrap Masters competition,
focused on vehicle and surface wrapping, with live competitions and demonstrations.

In addition, two free conference programs have been announced—one centered
on textile and personalization, and another on corrugated—featuring sessions on trends,
sustainability, and business opportunities.

FESPA will also maintain dedicated networking areas such as Club FESPA and
social events like FESPA Party Night, which are great opportunities to
strengthen relationships with clients and partners outside the booth.

Visitor and Exhibitor Profile at FESPA 2026

FESPA presents FESPA 2026 as an event attracting 14,000+ international visitors, bringing together decision-makers and buyers from across the entire print, signage, and textile value chain.

The audience segments highlighted by the organizers include:

Sign & Display: signage, display, and large-format companies
Specialty printers (fine art, SFX, packaging, and more)
Print service providers and advanced copy shops
Brands and marketing departments
Designers and agencies
Machinery and substrate distributors

In recent editions, FESPA has gathered over 550 exhibitors and around 14,000 visitors from more than 120 countries, numbers that serve as a reference point for 2026.

Among the exhibitors already confirmed for FESPA 2026 are major global manufacturers such as 3M, AGFA, Brother, Caldera, Durst, EFI, Hexis, Kongsberg, Kornit Digital, Mutoh, Summa, SwissQprint, Transmatic, and UPM, among others

FESPA 2026 Exhibitors

Among the exhibitors already confirmed for FESPA 2026 are major global manufacturers such as 3M, AGFA, Brother, Caldera, Durst, EFI, Hexis, Kongsberg, Kornit Digital, Mutoh, Summa, SwissQprint, Transmatic, and UPM, among others.

In terms of exhibitor types, the event is dominated by:

Manufacturers of printing equipment (large format, textile, DTG, DTF, screen printing, 3D, and more)

Finishing and automation providers

Manufacturers and distributors of inks, substrates, and materials

Software, web-to-print, and workflow companies

Suppliers of signage solutions, digital signage, and visual merchandising

Specialized service providers (consulting, color management, financing, and others)

For Spanish companies, it’s a unique chance to “play at home” in an international event—reducing logistics costs while maintaining access to a global audience.

How to Exhibit at FESPA 2026 Step by Step

1. Define Clear Objectives

Before booking your space, be clear about the following:

Are you looking for international distributors, end brands, or both?
Are you planning to launch a new product?
Is your priority to generate leads or to strengthen relationships with existing clients?

These goals will determine your stand size, location (machinery, textile, packaging areas, etc.), type of demo, need for a meeting room, and more.

2: Request space – “Book your stand”

The space reservation is handled through the “Book your stand” form on the
official FESPA 2026 website, where you indicate the desired square meters, stand type, and
contact details so that an account manager can propose suitable options.

Practical recommendation:

If you want a good location (corners, main traffic flows, proximity to major brands),
it’s best to apply as early as possible, especially as a local exhibitor.
Plan for a stand that allows you to show your products and host meetings
comfortably. At FESPA, very small booths tend to fall short when live demos are involved.

3: Choose Your Stand Type

You’ll typically have three possible approaches:

Raw space + custom-built stand (fully tailored construction)
Turnkey package from the organizer (standard booth)
Hybrid: raw space with a modular stand customized by an external provider

FESPA’s exhibitor guides in other regions emphasize the importance of planning and designing
a functional booth—clear signage, good flow, and avoiding product overload.

If your goal is brand positioning and equipment demonstrations, a
well-designed custom stand usually delivers a better return.
If you simply want to “have a presence” with low risk, a
standard stand may be sufficient, although it limits your impact.

This is where working with a specialist in
trade show stands in Spain, such as Servis, makes a lot of sense.

If you need help with your stand management, you can contact us using the button below.

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4: Stand Design and Visitor Experience

Think of your booth as a three-level funnel:

Long-distance impact: clear messaging placed high, simple and readable
claims, and “hook” products.
Demo zone: machines running, real samples, and staff prepared to explain
use cases.
Conversation area: high tables or a semi-enclosed meeting space for
negotiations and agreements.

FESPA’s “Hints & Tips” for exhibitors recommend avoiding overloaded booths, prioritizing
key products, and designing accessible, open spaces that support visitor flow.

If you’d like someone to help turn your commercial goals into a real stand (sketches,
renderings, materials, etc.), a partner like Servis can support you from
concept to installation at Fira Barcelona.

5. Exhibitor Manual and Services Management

Although the specific Exhibitor Manual for FESPA 2026 will be published closer to the event,
experience from other FESPA shows indicates that it typically includes:

Deadlines for submitting stand drawings, certifications, and insurance
Booking of electricity, rigging, water, compressed air, cleaning, and security
Regulations on maximum height, hanging structures, and materials
Access procedures for loading docks, and build-up and dismantling schedules

It’s essential to read the manual carefully and submit all forms well in advance.
Many services have surcharges for late orders.

6. Commercial and Communication Plan

Just being “present” at FESPA isn’t enough. You should:

Prepare a list of clients and leads to invite in advance
Coordinate with marketing on email campaigns, social media, and press releases
Define a FESPA-specific offer (exclusive demo, special conditions, bundles, etc.)
Organize the team’s schedule: who runs demos, who handles scheduled meetings,
and who is responsible for logging contacts

FESPA’s own marketing guides encourage exhibitors to share updates and new product launches
with the show team to be featured in their PR and promotional materials.

7: Post trade shows

A large part of the ROI happens after FESPA:

Clean your contact database and categorize leads (A, B, C).
Send a personalized follow-up within 5–7 days.
Measure results: meetings, leads, open projects, and closed sales at 3/6/12 months.

Frequently Asked Questions About FESPA 2026

When and where will FESPA 2026 take place?

FESPA Global Print Expo 2026 will take place from May 19–22, 2026 at Fira Barcelona – Gran Via, in L’Hospitalet de Llobregat (Barcelona).

What other trade shows take place alongside FESPA 2026?

European Sign Expo, Personalisation Experience, Textile 2026, and Corrugated 2026 all take place at the same venue and on the same dates, and they’re all accessible with the same visitor pass.

When does visitor registration open, and how much does admission cost?

According to FESPA’s press release, registration for all five 2026 events will open in January 2026, with a “super early bird” ticket priced at €25 for full access.

How can I book a stand at FESPA 2026?

You need to complete the “Book your stand” form on the FESPA 2026 website, indicating your space requirements and stand type. An account manager will then contact you with options and pricing.