Where exactly is the venue?
Central Amsterdam. The full venue address is shared with confirmed ticket holders 4 weeks before the event. The venue is selected for proximity to public transport and major hotels.
How do I get to the venue?
The venue is centrally located in Amsterdam with strong GVB Metro, tram and NS train connections. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) is about 15 minutes from Amsterdam Centraal by direct NS Intercity train β every 10 minutes, around the clock. Amsterdam Centraal is the downtown hub for NS Intercity trains across the Netherlands, the Thalys/Eurostar to Paris, Brussels and London, and the Berlin ICE.
Is parking available?
Limited paid parking is available at the venue. Public transport is strongly recommended β downtown Amsterdam has excellent public transit and rideshare coverage and parking near the venue is expensive.
Are hotels recommended?
A list of partner hotels with preferential rates is shared with registered attendees 8 weeks before the event. The venue's central location means most luxury and business hotels are within 10β15 minutes by transit.
Is the venue accessible?
Yes. The venue is step-free with wheelchair access, accessible bathrooms, quiet zones, on-site assistance and a dedicated accessibility help desk available all four days.
Is there a cloakroom and food onsite?
Yes β complimentary coat and bag check at the main entrance. A curated nutrition court runs alongside the show floor with regenerative cuisine, functional food and clean-label brands. Outside food is not permitted.
Do you need a visa to attend?
Visitors from the EU, US, UK, Canada, Australia and many other countries don't need a visa for Schengen-area stays under 90 days. For visa support letters (academic, business or delegation visa applications), contact the team via the form below.