Home, Garden, and Construction Fair Inaugurated in Erfurt with 750 Exhibitors

In the capital of Thuringia, Erfurt, the largest consumer fair in the state was inaugurated on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The event, under the name "haus, garten und bauen", gathered a record number of 750 exhibitors presenting their products and services at the Messe Erfurt grounds. The event will last ten days, until Sunday, March 8, giving visitors extensive opportunities to familiarize themselves with the latest trends. Thematically, the fair covers three main pillars. The first is "home," encompassing everything related to interior furnishings and design: furniture, textiles, lighting, household appliances, and decorations. The second area is "garden," where plants, gardening tools, patio furniture, irrigation systems, and small architectural features are presented. The third, key segment is "building," focusing on construction materials, renovation technologies, windows, doors, insulation, and solutions related to energy efficiency and renewable energy sources. This structure makes the fair a comprehensive source of information and inspiration for homeowners and apartment dwellers planning renovations, construction, or redesign. The tradition of major consumer and trade fairs in Germany dates back to the 19th century, and after World War II they became an important element of economic reconstruction and trade exchange. The Erfurt fair, held at modern exhibition grounds, is part of the long history of such events in a country with one of the world's largest exhibition economies. Messe Erfurt is an important trade fair center in central Germany.Organizers emphasize that the event is crucial for the regional economy. It serves as a contact platform for local entrepreneurs, craftspeople, distributors, and end customers. For many smaller companies, participation in the fair is one of the main marketing channels of the year. The event is expected to attract tens of thousands of visitors not only from Erfurt and Thuringia but also from neighboring states. In addition to the exhibition part, the fair is accompanied by a rich special program, which may include demonstrations, DIY workshops, expert advice, and presentations of new technologies. 750 — exhibitors at the Erfurt fairFor the city of Erfurt and the entire Thuringia region, the fair is a significant economic and social event. It generates direct revenue for the service sector—hotels, restaurants, transportation—and enhances the city's recognition as a trade fair center. In the broader German context, this event is part of a dense network of similar regional consumer fairs, which are an important element of shopping culture and a source of information for society. The success of this year's edition, measured by the number of exhibitors, will be a significant indicator of the condition of the local construction and furnishings industry as well as consumer sentiment. Schedule of the Erfurt Fair: February 28, 2026 — Fair inauguration; February 28 - March 8 — Open days for visitors; March 8, 2026 — Fair closing