COLOGNE, 26-29 OCTOBER 2027
EXPLORING NEW HORIZONS
Sustainable sports and leisure facilities support environmental responsibility, social justice and long-term financial viability in the sports sector. Discussing these forward-looking topics is now more important than ever, and FSB 2027 is the ideal platform. After all, this is where the industry comes together to experience and present visions of tomorrow’s urban living environments.
FSB in Cologne is the place where you as an exhibitor can reach the precise group you want to target: from decision makers in local authorities, clubs and associations to international investors, property developers, planning agencies, operators of stadiums and other sports facilities, event locations and arenas all the way through to architects and landscape architects. Network with them and explore new horizons together.
Photo of Beijing Stadium: © Arup, Chris Dite
PUBLIC SPACES
FOR PEOPLE: TODAY AND TOMORROW
Planning modern public spaces and leisure facilities involves numerous aspects that have a positive impact on the environment, society, the economy, health and sustainability. For example, water-efficient facilities help to create a liveable and future-oriented urban environment.The public spaces that we will continue to enjoy moving in tomorrow will be created with your products, innovations and design ideas. The “sponge city” principle is a key concept in designing resilient urban spaces. Show what’s possible by exhibiting your offerings at FSB – and meet your future business partners.
82% of trade visitors are involved in purchasing and procurement decisions.*
*Findings from FSB 2025
FIT FOR THE FUTURE
Sustainable design, multi-functional architecture, accessibility, hygiene, safety and viable funding for sports facilities: the requirements expected of tomorrow’s sports and leisure facilities are highly diverse. They provide space for physical activity, social interaction and experiences, but must also be run in an energy-efficient manner and achieve decarbonisation in order to remain viable in the future. Planners, operators and decision-makers are seeking innovative concepts for new areas of application – including with a view to the Olympic bid. As an FSB exhibitor, you can showcase your business as the perfect partner for modern sports infrastructure.
90% per cent of trade visitors would recommend FSB to others.*
*Findings from FSB 2025
SPORTS
LEISURE
MADE FOR EVERYBODY
The sports venues and spaces for movement of the future connect people and foster community. Inclusion is factored in from the outset, giving rise to innovative concepts that appeal to a broad target group thanks to their diverse range of uses. Officers from local authorities, project managers and architects are working on innovative, sustainable solutions and can put your products into action. Network with them at FSB and find the decision-makers who are relevant to your business.
80% per cent of exhibitors are from outside Germany.*
*Findings from FSB 2025
30th IAKS Congress
Hosted alongside FSB 2027, the international IAKS Congress will once again bring leading experts from the fields of sports, leisure and exercise infrastructure together in Cologne. It will focus on future-proof solutions for sustainable, climateresilient and inclusive sports and leisure facilities, covering everything from energy-efficient stadiums and multifunctional sports centres to modern venues for grassroots sports.
IAKS promotes high-quality, universally accessible and resource-conserving sports and exercise facilities across the world. The congress will present practical concepts and innovative technologies that combine climate protection, energy efficiency, social participation and economic sustainability.
SPORTS FACILITIES DAY planerFORUM & SPORTNETZWERK.FSB
To round off the extensive programme of events for industry professionals at FSB 2027, there will be a host of other highlights, including the German Sports Facilities Day, the planerFORUM and the networking event SPORTNETZWERK.FSB.
The leading trade fair is thus continuing its collaboration with long-standing partners and promises professional discourse of the highest standard.
STRONG SYNERGIES FOR OUTSTANDING SUCCESS
FSB and aquanale unite around an essential element: water. This vital force is the nexus connecting public and private projects and the key to building viable living spaces.
In cities, intelligent water management ensures cooling, storage and biodiversity. In the private sector, modern water circulation technology in sponge gardens, natural pools and green roofs embodies sustainable living. The co-located events will join forces again in 2027 to open up market potential around the megatrends of urbanisation, health and sustainability and promote resilient and sustainably designed living environments.
10.1
Entrance North Congress Centre North
FSB
Halls 9, 10.1 and 10.2
aquanale
Halls 7 and 8
Why you shouldn’t miss FSB:
LOTS OF GOOD REASONS
Every two years, the international platform for the public space, recreation, sports and leisure sector focuses on innovations, trends and fostering new business connections.
Qualified visitors
Municipal decision makers, operators of sports and leisure facilities, architects and sports clubs come together with top companies at FSB.
FSB is an international meeting point
More than 60% of visitors are international trade visitors – the perfect springboard for national and international business.
Concentrated trade fair experience
The world’s leading trade fair for urban living environments is the global hub for public spaces, sports and leisure facilities – all under one roof.
Fascinating showcase
Be there when the industry presents its latest products, services and business ideas.
Engaging, informative, forward-looking Congresses, forums and presentations by leading experts provide exclusive insights into future topics.
A strong trade fair duo creates synergies stands for innovations and additional market potential at the intersection of water. aquanale and FSB bring together topics linked to health, exercise and well-being and present them to decision-makers from local authorities, planning, garden construction, landscape architecture, and playing field and swimming pool construction.
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AN OUTSTANDING LOCATION
Centrally located in Europe, excellent transport connections, internationally renowned: Cologne is a trade fair location that acts like a beacon. The city is the exclusive host of numerous world-leading events.
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