Amidst a challenging market environment, the global garden and BBQ industry is rallying around the world’s largest garden lifestyle trade fair, taking place June 24–26, 2025, under a new Tuesday-to-Thursday schedule. With 90% of last year’s exhibition space already booked, the event highlights the sector’s resilience and innovation.
Strong Industry Commitment (spoga+gafa)
“The very good booking situation underlines the significance of this trade fair as a trendsetter and the leading international platform for the garden industry,” said Claudia Maurer, Director of the event. “We’re delighted so many companies are participating, enabling us to represent the entire spectrum of garden lifestyle.”
Exhibitors confirmed so far include prominent names such as 4 Seasons Outdoor, Weber, Blackstone Products, Hartman Outdoor, and Petromax GmbH, reflecting the fair’s comprehensive approach to garden and outdoor living.
Ticket Sales Open Early (spoga+gafa)
The ticket shop has opened more than four months ahead of the event to give international visitors ample time to plan their trips. Tickets and vouchers can now be purchased from the official ticket shop.
New and Evolving Event Formats
While retaining the established hall layout, the 2025 edition introduces new special areas and expanded highlights. Start-up Square offers young companies a platform to present their innovations, while the new IVG Garden Boulevard provides members of the Industry Garden Association e.V. (IVG) with dedicated space to showcase their products.
Additional features include:
- Cooling World, focusing on mobile refrigeration solutions.
- Outdoor Kitchen World, presenting trends in outdoor cooking.
- BBQ for Every Wallet, offering an overview of BBQ products across all price segments.
The event’s top theme, “Design Gardens”, will permeate the entire trade fair, while the Boulevard of Trends & Ideas unites the latest innovations in garden lifestyle and BBQ sectors. The popular POS Green Solution Islands, curated by Oliver Mathys, will return, showcasing seasonal revenue-generating retail ideas.
A Premier Networking Platform
With its strong exhibitor turnout, forward-looking themes, and targeted event formats, the trade fair reinforces its position as a central hub for the garden industry. By bringing together established players, emerging brands, and international buyers, the event offers a unique opportunity for business development and trendsetting in the garden lifestyle market.
