This fall, the Belgrade Fair transforms into the central gathering place for all lovers of culture, science, technology, and fine wines. With a rich program of events, autumn 2024 promises unforgettable moments for visitors of all ages, filled with education, inspiration, and business networking.
The Belgrade Fair has a distinguished history of organizing events that extends over eight decades. This success is not a chance occurrence but the result of continuous investment in infrastructure, modernization, and nurturing strong partnerships with exhibitors and visitors. The tradition of successful operations will continue in the upcoming autumn fair season, ensuring that events will be both successful and recognized on an international level.
The autumn fair season brings already well-established fairs such as the book fair, furniture fair, wood industry machinery and tools, equipment for graphic, paper, and creative industries, Wine Vision by Open Balkan, energy and ecology, medicine and dentistry, ethnic food and drink, education and teaching aids, the New Year’s Fair, as well as various other sports and professional events.
The 44th International Graphic, Paper and Creative Industry Fair – GRAFIMA will take place from 18 to 20 September. For decades, the popular GRAFIMA has been presenting achievements in these expansive economic sectors, highlighting advancements in mechanical industry, sophisticated advanced technologies, specialized IT, design hardware and software, and creative-artistic graphic genres.
The 60th International Fair of Furniture, Equipment, and Interior Decoration, which will take place from 1 to 6 October, will feature the entire wood industry, from initial stages of wood processing to production of finished goods. This event also includes interior design and the promotion of products from all supporting industries—manufacturers of various raw materials and machinery used in furniture production. At the same time, but running one day shorter, the 60th International Fair of Woodworking Machinery, Tools and Production Materials will also be held.
From 14 to 16 October, two fairs are scheduled: the 19th International Energy Fair, the largest regional gathering of companies, corporations, and institutions in the sectors of electricity, coal, oil and gas, renewable energy, and mining, and the 20th International Fair of Environmental and Natural Resources Protection – ECOFAIR.
In the calendar of Southeastern Europe cultural events, the International Belgrade Book Fair has long been the central event at the end of October.
As the most significant and prestigious literary event, and one of the largest book fairs in Europe, the 67th International Belgrade Book Fair will take place from 19 to 27 October at the Belgrade Fair. Contribution of the Belgrade Book Fair to literary creation, education, Serbia’s reputation in the world, promotion of domestic literature, cultural exchange with foreign countries, and opening current literary and social issues is huge and undeniable. The 53rd Fair of Education and Teaching Tools, held at the same time, not only promotes lifelong learning and emphasizes the importance of education and professional development, but also features a rich exhibitor program and everything educational institutions need for work.
For over four decades, the International Fair of Medicine and Dentistry has been the largest event of its kind in the region. It serves as a hub for intense business meetings between manufacturers, vendors, and users of medical equipment, as well as a venue where experts from various fields of medicine exchange knowledge and experiences. The event will take place from 24 to 26 October.
From 22 to 24 November, visitors can look forward to the 3rd Wine Vision by Open Balkan. The largest and most impressive wine fair in Southeastern Europe, Wine Vision, promises an unforgettable hedonistic and visual experience.
The 18th Ethnic Food and Drink Fair, running from 5 to 8 December, will enrich the final month of the year. This well-established event presents market-ready food products, prepared using traditional recipes and traditional methods.
The final event of the calendar year is all about fun and relaxation. The 62nd New Year’s Fair will be glad to welcome the youngest audience.
Given the variety and quality of events offered by the Belgrade Fair this fall, there’s no doubt that a successful season lies ahead. With numerous visitors from both Serbia and abroad, and meticulously planned events across various fields, the Fair is once again set to prove its status as one of the leading regional gathering centers, reinforcing its role in promoting culture, education, and innovation through its long and rich history.
