Information
Kind + Jugend (K+J) in Cologne is the leading annual expo dedicated to the early childhood years. The next event is scheduled on 9 - 11 September 2025 and will offer an exceptional range of baby and toddler products.
More than 1,200 exhibitors and close to 24,000 trade visitors make their way to Messe Cologne for Kind + Jugend. The trade show includes 6 halls in total. Around 350 journalists cover the highlights of the exhibition.
Who can you meet there
Manufacturers of baby and children’s furniture, prams and car seats, toys, games, cosmetics, safety and hygiene articles, maternity and children’s clothing choose the trade fair to showcase their items. Kind + Jugend is popular among German and international buyers - department stores, children’s specialist retailers, specialised stores, online businesses, etc.
Past editions
From 03 Sep 2024 until 05 Sep 2024
From 07 Sep 2023 until 09 Sep 2023
From 08 Sep 2022 until 10 Sep 2022
From 09 Sep 2021 until 11 Sep 2021
| Exhibitors | 149 | 22 | 127 |
| Visitors | 2,000 | | |
From 17 Sep 2020 until 20 Sep 2020
From 19 Sep 2019 until 22 Sep 2019
| Exhibitors | 1,267 | 144 | 1,123 |
| Visitors | 23,723 | 5,790 | 17,933 |
From 20 Sep 2018 until 23 Sep 2018
| Exhibitors | 1,212 | 174 | 1,038 |
| Visitors | 24,812 | 6,201 | 18,611 |
From 14 Sep 2017 until 17 Sep 2017
| Exhibitors | 1,209 | 160 | 1,049 |
| Visitors | 22,270 | 6,153 | 16,117 |
From 15 Sep 2016 until 18 Sep 2016
| Exhibitors | 1,187 | 166 | 1,021 |
| Visitors | 21,998 | 7,083 | 14,915 |
What makes it special
Kind + Jugend Cologne is the one-stop platform for the sector. It gives a full overview of the market, emphasizing the new developments as well as the future best-selling products intended for children. The exhibition is complemented by special events such as Design Parc, awards and networking possibilities. It succeeds in meeting versatile business needs and accelerating growth.
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