The most significant trade event for the sports sector
Keep your pulse on fashion trends, whether you are talking about ready-to-wear items or the best in sportswear at ISPO. The international trade fair has been a sensation since its launch back in 1970 and now is even bigger and more stylish than ever.
The trade fair sees a lot of interest from distributors and buyers, looking for the hottest new collection, so your potential to win big with direct sales is high. When we say that ISPO is a big deal, we mean it, since the brand has been successful enough to be brought to Beijing and Shanghai.
You have the entire vocabulary of sports under one roof – Outdoor, Skiing, Boarding, Running, Fitness, Sportswear, Beachwear, Team sports, Soccer, Nordic Sports, Biking, Racket, Triathlon, and Kids.
ISPO 2026
Sports enthusiasts and experts will be able to meet up in person during the 2026 edition of ISPO. The event will take place as a live exhibition. The 2025 edition will take place between 03.11.2026 and 05.11.2026 at the Amsterdam RAI in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Accommodation
Trade Fair Trips Ltd is the fastest and best way to land the top hotel rates during ISPO and enjoy stellar accommodation in a central location. Our team works with numerous establishments in Munich, Germany, which in turn guarantees that you will discover the right fit for you and your budget.
It is our main priority to cut down on your commute, so that means finding you hotels near Amsterdam RAI. You are able to plan your entire trip in a matter of hours and benefit greatly in terms of quality and price. There is more to expect from us. Trade Fair Trips Ltd can support you with reservations for meeting facilities.
On foot:
Not advisable when travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
60 minutes when travelling from Amsterdam Central Station
By car:
15 minutes when travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
10 minutes when travelling from Amsterdam Central Station
By public transport:
35 minutes when travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
30 minutes when travelling from Amsterdam Central Station
Hotels near ISPO
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ibis Amsterdam Centre | 4.7 | Amsterdam | from € 388.00 EUR | Book Now | |
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Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre | 4.25 | Amsterdam | from € 359.00 EUR | Book Now | |
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Hotel Casa Amsterdam | 2.47 | Amsterdam | from € 416.00 EUR | Book Now | |
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Best Western Amsterdam | 4.4 | Amsterdam | from € 310.00 EUR | Book Now | |
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WestCord Fashion Hotel Amsterdam | 4.4 | Amsterdam | from € 301.00 EUR | Book Now | |
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Park Inn by Radisson Amsterdam City West | 7.7 | Amsterdam | from € 362.00 EUR | Book Now | |
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Leonardo Royal Hotel Amsterdam | 2.7 | Amsterdam | from € 426.00 EUR | Book Now | |
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Van der Valk Hotel Amsterdam - Amstel | 2.2 | Amstelveen | from € 379.00 EUR | Book Now | |
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Hotel Atlas Vondelpark | 2.88 | Amsterdam | on request | Request | |
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Leonardo Hotel Amsterdam Rembrandtpark | 6.4 | Amsterdam | on request | Request |
ISPO is the brainchild of Messe Munich, while Amsterdam RAI serves as the official hosting site, along with the generous support and sponsorship from VDS (Verband Deutscher Sportfachhandel) and BSI (Bundesverband der Deutschen Sportartikel-Industrie) – two noteworthy sports organisations in Germany.
Editions arrive early each year, either at the end of January or the start of February. They last for four days in total. Only trade visitors are admitted, and the working hours are from 09:00 am until 18:00 pm. The fourth day closes one hour earlier at 5:00 pm.
If you are not commuting via car to Amsterdam RAI, you can easily rely on public transport to get you there. Between the suburban trains and the metro, you are all set for a quick commute.
As you have read above, some exceptional brands exhibit at ISPO, which should be your prompt to do so. Yet, if you are looking to understand how lucrative the trade show is, note the numbers this event generates. Over 2800 exhibitors fill the halls at Amsterdam RAI, and that, in turn, attracts over 80,000 trade visitors. The geographical breakdown of the audience reveals that the biggest markets you have access to cover are Italy, Austria, France, Switzerland, Great Britain and the Russian Federation.
As a whole, there is a near-unanimous satisfaction with ISPO among exhibitors and visitors alike, with the high 90s in terms of percentages. In terms of professional background, you meet with professionals involved with rights and licences, designers, retailers and distributors, brand manufacturers, sports directors, sports physicians and wholesalers.
ISPO 2022
ISPO 2022 received over 40 000 attendees from a total of 117 nations and over 1 700 exhibiting companies. The venue did not implement Covid-19 safety precautions due to the improved pandemic situation.
ISPO 2023
ISPO 2023 was hosted as a live trade fair between 28.11.2023 and 30.11.2023 in Messe Munich. The event was attended by more than 2,400 exhibitors from 54 countries with 93% travelling from abroad. This represented a 57% increase in overall exhibiting attendance and a 64% increase in foreign exhibiting attendance. The exhibitors also included 93 start-ups.
ISPO 2024
ISPO 2024 took place as a live trade fair between the dates 03.12.2024 and 05.12.2024. It was held in Messe Munich, showcasing the wares of approximately 2,300 exhibitors from 50 countries. This includes 150 innovations. The event was showcases the sessions of 78 speakers. ISPO 2024 was attended by over 55,000 visitors from 113 nations, including more than 1,500 designers and product developers.
ISPO 2025
The 2025 edition of ISPO took place as a live trade fair in Messe Munich. The event was attended by approximately 1,800 exhibitors from 55 countries.
What Are People Saying?
“We had a fantastic season and a great ISPO. Last year, people said skiing was dead – but the exact opposite is actually the case! The early snow has inspired everybody. It is fun being here. ISPO is extremely important, especially for our international customers. We were able to get nearly every good international customer through the trade fair,” –Hans Taubenberger, CEO at Toni Sailer;
“Of course, trade fairs today serve a different purpose than they used to - when you could derive the financial value of a fair directly from the orders. Today it is about seeing and discussing our customers,” - Martin Nordin, CEO Fenix Outdoor International AG;
“ISPO has created a platform to come together and further develop the opportunities of the digital transformation for retailers and brands. We are back as market leaders to openly and transparently demonstrate our engagement with retailers who see this as a clear opportunity,” Roland Auschel, executive board member at Adidas.
