ISM 2025

ISM 2025

ISM 2025 in Cologne is the world's largest trade fair for sweets and snacks, presenting a wide range of confectionery products and innovations.

Speakers

Confectionery brand leaders, retail analysts, and product developers discuss snacking trends, packaging innovation, and health-focused sweets.

Types of Attendees

Retail buyers, product managers, wholesalers, and private label sourcing agents.

Types of Exhibitors

  • Confectionery, chocolate, and snack manufacturers

  • Packaging solution providers

Fringe Events

  • New Product Showcase: Visitor-voted innovation awards.

Countries Represented

Germany, France, Spain, USA, Turkey, and Brazil.

Trade Shows & Industry Expos

The World’s Largest Trade Fair for Sweets and Snacks

When

Feb 2–5, 2025

Venue

Koelnmesse

Where

Messeplatz 1, 50679 Cologne

Country

Germany

Phone

Visitors

38,000

Exhibitors

1,300

Speakers

0

Food & Beverage

Merch Consultant Kevin van der Veer
Merch Consultant Fleur Zoutendijk

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Trade Shows & Industry Expos

The World’s Largest Trade Fair for Sweets and Snacks

When

Feb 2–5, 2025

Venue

Koelnmesse

Where

Messeplatz 1, 50679 Cologne

Country

Germany

Visitors

38,000

Exhibitors

1,300

Food & Beverage

Merch Consultant Kevin van der Veer
Merch Consultant Fleur Zoutendijk

Need merch for the event?

Schedule a call to see how we can help.

Local guide

Cologne, Germany, is a prime location for corporate exhibitions and international trade fairs, featuring world-class infrastructure.

Getting around

Koelnmesse is accessible via Cologne Messe/Deutz train station and multiple tram lines.

Car Rental

Car rental services are available at Cologne Bonn Airport.

Rideshare and taxis

Uber, Bolt, and taxis operate city-wide, with airport transfers costing around €40.

parking

On-site parking available for 14,500 vehicles, costing €12 per day. Additional parking at Lanxess Arena.

shuttle services

Shuttle services connect major hotels and business districts.

public transportation

KVB tram and bus network provides direct access to Koelnmesse.

Nearby

Need to get around? Use KVB to find routes, schedules, and transport options.

Transport

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Düsseldorf Airport (DUS)

Köln Hauptbahnhof

Accomodation

Excelsior Hotel Ernst

Ibis Köln Messe

The Qvest Hotel Cologne

Restaurants

Ox & Klee

maiBeck

La Société

Bars and Nightlife

Papa Joe’s Jazz Bar

Spirits Bar

Shepheard

Coffee

Heilandt Kaffeemanufaktur

The Coffee Gang

Van Dyck

Business Hubs

Mediapark Cologne

Cologne Triangle Business Hub

Deutz Business District

Booth maker options

Top providers for custom, modular, and sustainable exhibition booths.

Monter-Vis Exhibitions

Leading exhibition stand builder in Europe, providing unique and tailor-made booths to effectively showcase brands.

Bluepool

Sustainable stand design with modular construction for scalable and eco-friendly exhibits.

Meissner Expo

Customizable trade fair stands engineered for flexibility, reuse, and brand expression.