November is packed with high-profile trade fairs across industries such as agriculture, healthcare, electronics, marine, food processing, workplace safety, and secure communications. These events draw global audiences and shape the future of their respective sectors. For business travelers, it means packed flight routes, fully booked hotels, and plenty of opportunities to combine client meetings, supplier scouting, and industry networking into one productive trip.
As travel management specialists, we’ve helped countless companies secure accommodation and logistics around these events. Here are the top international trade fairs in November 2026 you shouldn’t miss:
1.EuroTier 2026
Hanover, Germany | 10–13 November 2026
With more than 2,600 exhibitors from 50+ countries, EuroTier 2026 is the world’s leading trade fair for livestock technology. It is the meeting point for farmers, livestock specialists, suppliers, and industry experts from around the globe.
What to expect:
- Comprehensive coverage: dairy, poultry, pig, and cattle farming; feed technology; and sustainable agricultural solutions.
- Special forums and conferences on precision farming, smart barns, and innovations in animal welfare.
- Opportunities to meet innovators driving the future of livestock farming.
- A central hub for networking with farmers, suppliers, and international industry stakeholders.
2.BrauBeviale 2026
Nuremberg, Germany | 10–12 November 2026
With more than 1,200 exhibitors from 50+ countries, BrauBeviale 2026 is one of the world’s leading trade fairs for the beverage industry. It brings together producers, suppliers, and innovators from the brewing, non-alcoholic, and specialty beverage sectors.
What to expect:
- Extensive coverage: brewing technology, ingredients, packaging, marketing, and sustainability solutions for beverages.
- Special forums and conferences on digitalization in production, craft beer trends, and sustainable beverage solutions.
- Opportunities to meet innovators shaping the future of the beverage industry.
- A central hub for networking with manufacturers, distributors, and international business partners.
3. Gulfood Manufacturing
Dubai, UAE | 3–5 November 2026
This is the largest F&B manufacturing and processing exhibition in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA). Gulfood Manufacturing connects food producers, packaging specialists, ingredient suppliers, and technology innovators.
What to expect:
- 2,000+ international exhibitors and strong regional participation.
- Showcases of AI-driven food processing, automation, packaging, and smart logistics.
- A big focus on sustainability in food engineering and supply chains.
- Key networking opportunities for exporters and manufacturers entering MEASA markets.
4.electronica 2026
Munich, Germany | 10–13 November 2026
With more than 3,000 exhibitors from 50+ countries, electronica 2026 is the world’s leading trade fair for electronic components, systems, and applications. It is the central meeting point for industry professionals, innovators, and technology leaders.
What to expect:
- Comprehensive coverage: electronic components, embedded systems, displays, sensors, and connectivity solutions.
- Special forums and conferences on AI, IoT, automotive electronics, and Industry 4.0 innovations.
- Opportunities to meet technology innovators shaping the future of electronics.
- A central hub for networking with engineers, manufacturers, and international business partners.
5. MEDICA
Düsseldorf, Germany | 16–19 November 2026
With more than 5,000 exhibitors from 70+ countries, MEDICA is the world’s largest event for the medical sector. It is the meeting point for healthcare professionals, manufacturers, distributors, and policymakers.
What to expect:
- Broad coverage: diagnostics, medical technology, orthopaedics, physiotherapy, hospital equipment, and digital health.
- Special forums and conferences on AI in healthcare, telemedicine, and robotics in surgery.
- Opportunities to meet innovators driving future healthcare solutions.
- A central hub for networking with hospitals, clinics, and health system providers worldwide.
6. METSTRADE
Amsterdam, Netherlands | 17–19 November 2026
METSTRADE is the world’s largest B2B exhibition for the leisure marine industry. It brings together yacht builders, marina developers, and marine technology suppliers from across the globe.
What to expect:
- Three specialized pavilions: Superyacht Pavilion, Marina & Yard Pavilion, and Construction Material Pavilion.
- Innovations in sustainable marine technology and eco-friendly yacht systems.
- Networking opportunities with shipyards, distributors, and marine designers.
- Conferences and seminars on the future of leisure marine and marina management.
7. PMRExpo
Cologne, Germany | 24–26 November 2026
PMRExpo is Europe’s leading trade fair for professional mobile radio and secure communications. It is a must-attend for critical infrastructure providers, government agencies, and industries relying on secure communication systems.
What to expect:
- Focus areas: 5G campus networks, mission-critical communication, cybersecurity, and interoperability.
- The PMRExpo Summit, featuring high-level speakers and expert panels.
- Exhibitors showcasing innovative control center solutions, emergency communications, and secure mobile technology.
- A strong international presence with attendees from both public and private sectors.
Why November 2026 Is a Big Month for Trade Fairs
- Global scale – These events attract tens of thousands of professionals worldwide.
- Innovation drivers – From medical AI to smart farming, they define trends for 2027 and beyond.
- Networking power – A chance to meet key decision-makers face-to-face.
- Focus on future challenges – Sustainability, digitalization, health & safety, and cybersecurity are front and center.
Why Business Travelers Need to Plan Ahead
November is peak season for global trade fairs. Across Europe and the Middle East, hotel availability is tight, prices surge, and flights fill up fast. Companies that wait too long risk paying premiums or facing long commutes.
With 16+ years of experience managing accommodation and logistics around these fairs, we know the pressure points — and the shortcuts.
If your company is planning to attend Agritechnica, MEDICA, or any of these major November fairs, now is the time to secure your travel arrangements.
If you are interested in more trade fairs, you can check our compilation of the best trade fairs in January 2026 February 2026, March 2026, April 2026, May 2026, June 2026, July 2026, August 2026, September 2026, October 2026, December 2025
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