H+H Cologne

H+H Cologne (the international fair for Handicrafts and Hobbies) is a leading trade platform for the textile handicrafts industry worldwide. H+h Cologne 2025 is scheduled to take place between 07 and 09 March 2025. The creative trade platform invites global and local business ventures from various sectors of textile handicrafts. Exhibitors and experts from various backgrounds including sewing, crocheting, knitting, embroidery, and handicrafts come together and share their expertise.

280 companies from 41 countries have already presented their creations and latest innovations in textiles and fashion. The trade gala serves as an ideal platform to discover the latest market trends and industry experts from all over the world. The trade event also offers an exclusive digital platform for receiving the latest sector news and reaching out to the global community. 

Discover Creativity and Sustainability at h+h Cologne

The global textile industry has seen significant growth over the years. There is a growing demand for artisanal and handmade textiles. New techniques and equipment are introduced every year to innovate businesses and increase productivity in this sector.

h+h Cologne is one of the largest trade exhibitions to discover the latest trends and innovations in the textile handicrafts market. It is a comprehensive trade forum where innovations for sewing, crocheting, knitting, embroidery, and handicrafts are introduced.

The exhibition caters to the global audience with several interactive events. Important H+H Cologne events include:

Fashion Show of the Initiative Handerbeit: One of the special highlights of the exhibition that takes place several times during the exhibition. The member companies of the Initiative Handerbeit present the latest and upcoming fashion trends on the runway.

The Talk Sofa of h+h Cologne: Another highlight of the exhibition is the Talk Sofa segment. Interesting expert panel discussions are held at this event to discuss the ongoing challenges of the sector and to share expert advice.

My Lovely Living Room: An interesting event segment hosted by industry experts. The main highlights of this segment are product demonstrations, workshops, and emerging talents.

Workshops of h+h Cologne: As a part of the trade exhibition, you can also attend creative workshops. Most workshops focus on the DIY sector including sewing, crocheting, weaving, embroidery, etc.

H+H Cologne is one of the most important trade shows for the textile handicraft industry. The global event attracts a huge number of exhibitors and visitors every year. h+h Cologne 2024 will cover 4 themes, Go Global, Go Business, Goes Green, and Go Trendy:

Go Global: It is a platform for the global DIY sector to meet, network, and collaborate. International manufacturers and customers from 80 countries will join the next exhibition.

Go Business: This is an excellent platform to discover new trends, expand your business knowledge, and get expert advice.

Goes Green: H+H Cologne puts great emphasis on sustainability and an eco-conscious way of life. An entire area is dedicated to environment and sustainability where attendees can discover sustainable concepts and products.

Go Trendy: H+H Cologne is popular for bringing new market trends into the limelight. Under the Go Trendy theme, fashion designers and textile companies introduce their new collections on the runway. It is an initiative to discover the latest fashion and fabric trends and to order products directly from the runway.

h+h Cologne Statistics

h+h Cologne 2018 Statistics,

• 423 exhibiting companies from 43 countries took part in the event.
• 73% of the exhibiting companies were from abroad.
• 16,000 visitors from 73 countries attended the trade show. 

h+h Cologne 2019 Statistics,

• Around 16,500 visitors from 80 countries attended the event.
• 429 companies from 43 countries participated in the event.
• 42% of the visitors were foreigners.
• A big number of visitors came from European and Asian countries such as France, Russia, the Netherlands, Japan, South Korea, etc.
• There was a 4% increase in international visitors. 

h+h Cologne 2021 Statistics,

• The event took place digitally with over 3,500 participants from more than 70 countries.
• 100 exhibitors from 29 countries participated.
• 40 speakers conducted online seminars.
• Over 100 influencers used the digital platform as a networking tool.

h+h Cologne 2022 Statistics,

• 4,500 visitors from 49 countries attended the show.
• 84% of the exhibiting companies were foreign.
• 42% of the trade visitors were foreigners.

h+h Cologne 2023 Statistics,

• Over 12,000 visitors attended the event.
• 280 companies from 41 countries exhibited their innovations
• The motto or theme of the show was “Be creative. Be unique.”

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h+h Cologne Exhibitors List

h+h Cologne is a leading creative trade exhibition for the textile handicraft industry. 280 exhibitors from 41 countries have already participated in the event with their ingenious creations. The 2025 Exhibitors list of the show will be announced soon but until then you can see the 2024 exhibitors list here.

Witness Creativity and Innovation in Textile Industry at h+h Cologne with DixiFuar

h+h Cologne is a comprehensive trade platform to discover innovations in the textile handicrafts market. DixiFuar provides inclusive tour packages to help you plan your trip to attend the event. Our tour packages include flight reservations, hotel bookings, and hotel-airport transfers. 

Information About h+h Cologne

Frequently Asked Questions About h+h Cologne

How can I see the h+h Cologne 2024 exhibitors list?

The exhibitors list of the h+h Cologne 2025 exhibition will be announced nearer to the event. You can see the 2024 exhibitors list here.

When will h+h Cologne 2025 take place?

The next edition of the h+h Cologne Exhibition will be held next year between the dates of 07 and 09 March 2025.

Where will h+h Cologne 2025 be held?

h+h Cologne 2025 Exhibition will be held at the Cologne Exhibition Center, also known as Koelnmesse in Cologne City.

How can I reach the exhibition venue?

Koelnmesse is located in the heart of Europe and is reachable by car, train, and public transport from many major cities in Germany. Around 10 motorways connect with the motorway ring in Cologne so you can reach the location from all the major cities. You can also take suburban trains or tramways that all go to the nearest station “Koln Messe/Deutz Station”.

Which hotels are within walking distance of Koelnmesse Exhibition Grounds?

There are several hotel options near the Koelnemesse Exhibition Grounds. Some of them are Adina Apartment Hotel, Motel One Koln-Messe, Hotel Marlin Garni, Radisson Blu Hotel Cologne, etc. 

How to buy an h+h Cologne Exhibition ticket?

The tickets to the h+h Cologne Exhibition 2025 will be available three months before the event. You can check more information regarding tickets here.

What should I do to book a stand at the exhibition?

Click here to fill out the form for booking a stand at the exhibition.