Trade fair

KIND + JUGEND 2026

International trade fair for baby and toddler products

Cologne, Germany
15 September 2026 – 17 September 2026

About This Event

Set in Cologne, Germany from 15 September 2026 to 17 September 2026, KIND + JUGEND 2026, the International trade fair for baby and toddler products, has established itself as a key date for the sector. The floor fills with brands, distributors and procurement teams, all there to compare products and strike deals in person. Running every year, it has settled into a rhythm the sector plans its year around. With an anticipated 15000 attendees, it offers strong scale and networking potential. Credit for the smooth running goes to Koelnmesse, who shape the programme end to end. Koelnmesse hosts, pairing practical facilities with a location that keeps attendees close to the action.

Location matters, and Cologne delivers. It brings together the infrastructure of a major event city with the warmth of a place used to hosting guests from abroad. Getting to Cologne is simple thanks to its airport links and well-developed local transport network. You will find plenty of places to stay within easy reach of the venue, whether you prefer convenience or character.

The show brings together Toddler Products, Baby Products, Baby Cosmetics, Maternity Wear and Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyle, giving buyers and sourcing professionals a single place to compare what the market has to offer. Beyond the stands, the event creates natural opportunities to connect with buyers, partners and suppliers from across the sector. With 796+ exhibitors taking part, there is no shortage of partnerships to explore. With 64,500 m² of exhibition space, the event provides a spacious, well-organised environment for business.

For the cost of a few days, you get a read on the whole market that no spreadsheet can match. KIND + JUGEND 2026 earns its place on the calendar for trade professionals, agents and distributors, edition after edition.

Rooms in Cologne get scarce as the dates approach, so securing a hotel near the venue sooner rather than later is the safer bet.

Event dates and details can change. Please verify on the official event website before booking travel or accommodation.

Opening Hours

For visitors: Tuesday to Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
For exhibitors: Tuesday to Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Visitor Profile

  • Children's Specialist Retailers
  • Specialized Market for Children and Baby Equipment
  • Toy Specialist Store
  • Furniture (Specialist) Store
  • Children's Specialist Store (Full Assortment)
  • Importers
  • Wholesale
  • Chain Store
  • Department Stores
  • Mail Order Business
  • Purchasing Associations
  • Fashion Agencies
  • Fashion / Textile Designers
  • Midwives
  • Nursery School

Exhibitor Profile

  • Prams
  • Buggies
  • Joggers
  • Carrier Systems and Accessories
  • Children's Car Seats
  • Other Car Safety Products
  • Furniture and Home Items
  • Home Textiles
  • Indoor and Outdoor Safety Products
  • Babies' and Children's Fashion
  • Maternity Wear
  • Toys and Games by Age Group
  • Electronic and Acoustic Toys and Games for Children / Multimedia
  • Kindergarten Supplies
  • Outdoor Toys
  • Dolls
  • Cloth
  • Terrycloth
  • Cuddly & Wooden Toys
  • Plastic Toys
  • Learning
  • Reading
  • Multimedia
  • Baby - Health & Care
  • Mothers - Health & Care
  • Food and Drink
  • School Supplies
  • Media
  • Associations
  • Service Providers
  • Services
  • Product Safety & Certification