Good availability
Foto: Messe DusseldorfDrupa
9.–17. mai 2028•Düsseldorf, Germany
Price from kr 14 900 per person
Flights
Hotel accommodation
Transport
Fair admission
Breakfast included
About Drupa
Drupa in Düsseldorf is the world's largest print, packaging and paper trade fair. Held every four years, it is the longest-cycle major trade fair and consequently every edition marks a step-change for the industry. From offset and digital print to converting, finishing and packaging — Drupa covers the entire value chain.
Commercial print (offset, digital)Packaging print and convertingLabel printingPrint finishing and convertingPrint management and workflow software
Photos from Drupa
Who should attend Drupa?
Drupa is essential for commercial printers, packaging producers, label converters and anyone investing in print and converting technology.
- Commercial printers (offset, digital)
- Packaging printers and converters
- Label printers
- Paper buyers and converters
- Print-management software buyers
Why your company should attend
1
Drupa happens only every four years — each edition is a step-change in technology and the natural cadence for capex decisions
2
Strong digital print growth — inkjet productivity now rivals offset for many segments
3
Sustainability is a major track — waterless plates, vegetable inks, fibre-based packaging
4
Düsseldorf is well-connected from Oslo with frequent direct flights
What's included
- Flights
- Hotel accommodation
- Transport
- Fair admission
- Breakfast included
Every package can be tailored to your requirements. Get in touch to add extra nights, hotel upgrades or company visits. Try our cost calculator for a quick estimate.
Practical information
Fair dates
9.–17. mai 2028
Location
Düsseldorf, Germany
Organiser
Messe Düsseldorf
Official website
Visit websiteFrequency
Every four years
Travel info — Düsseldorf
Flight time from Oslo
1t 50min
Airport
DUS
Time zone
CET (UTC+1)
Currency
EUR
Travel tip:
Düsseldorf Messe has dedicated tram and U-Bahn connections — about 15-20 minutes from the city centre.
Map and location
Drupa takes place in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Hotel
Hotel accommodation included in the package
We pick hotels close to the fair venue with good facilities for business travellers. Hotel details are sent once your booking is confirmed.
Specific hotel details will be published when booking opens.
Useful resources
Use our tools to plan and budget your trade fair trip.
Ready for Drupa?
Send a no-obligation enquiry and we'll get back to you within 1–2 working days with a tailored offer.
Or call us: 32 24 36 00
Frequently asked questions
The industry has traditionally aligned major equipment launches to this cadence — investments in printing presses last decades, so a four-year planning horizon suits the industry's rhythm.
Digital print and inkjet have grown sharply in recent editions, but offset and analogue technologies remain strongly represented. Most printers run hybrid environments.
Messe Düsseldorf uses 18+ halls for Drupa, making it the largest fair the venue runs. Plan your time carefully — even three days only covers selected halls in detail.
Yes — packaging and label printing are major tracks. Drupa complements Interpack (packaging machinery) on the Düsseldorf trade-fair calendar.
Drupa rewards longer visits — most clients spend 3-4 days. Two days is feasible but you will miss substantial parts of the exhibition.
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Questions about Drupa?
We're happy to help you plan your trade fair trip. Call us or send an email — we reply within one business day.