From April 16 to 19, 2026, Cologne will once again become the vibrant hub of the international fitness and health industry. FIBO 2026 promises a fireworks display of innovations, inspirations, and interactive experiences. Around 155,000 international visitors can look forward to a program that elevates movement, knowledge, and networking to a new level, showcasing the latest trends in Padel, Pilates, Longevity, and AI. Here are the highlights you won’t want to miss:
Women’s Leadership Summit: Empowerment and Networking
On Friday, April 17, FIBO will focus entirely on female empowerment. The Women’s Leadership Summit offers an exclusive forum for women shaping and influencing the fitness industry. After an invigorating Morning Walk, participants will embark on a Guided Exhibitor Tour through the exhibition halls. The Ladies Lunch, featuring the RX Female Awards powered by FIBO, and an inspiring panel talk with Karo Kauer and Judith Williams, will provide pure inspiration. The afternoon will feature exciting keynotes, including Judith Williams, one of the most successful entrepreneurs and investors from Die Höhle der Löwen (Germany’s Shark Tank), who will share exclusive insights into the world of investments and high-level decision-making in her keynote, "How to Win Over a Shark." Karl Foster, Head of AI at Sport Alliance, will follow with his keynote, "Achieving ROI in AI in the Health & Fitness Industry."
Future Forum: Tech Meets Fitness
At the Confex, the future of the fitness industry becomes tangible. At the heart of the hall, the Future Forum showcases groundbreaking technologies and smart solutions that are set to revolutionize the market. FIBO collaborates with partners like Europe Active, Vincenzo Lardinelli from FlitFit, and the BSA Academy. From automation in fitness, Longevity athletes, to visions like "Fitness 2050 - Holodeck Meets Digital Twin," studio operators and trainers will learn how to future-proof their offerings. Be inspired by leading experts and discover how digitalization and innovation can transform your work.
The Synergies of Fitness, Wellness, and Longevity
Hall 1 is dedicated to Wellness & Spa, Hospitality, and Longevity. At the Meeting Point Spa Wellness, a program will address the right questions and answers for the future of hotels, fitness, and longevity offerings. The Hotel Day on Friday will provide new perspectives and insights on holistic health for the repositioning and/or further development of wellness hotels and other health providers. With a focus on experience and feasibility, analyses, figures, and best practice examples will be presented by partners like Huckenbeck Holistic Health, the German Medical Wellness Association, and the German Longevity Society. The event will also feature the presentation of the Aktiv Hotel Award by MeinTopHotel. Wolfgang Falkner and Keven Prünster have put together a diverse program for Spa Day on Saturday, while additional exhibitors will conclude Sunday with their expertise. The integrated Wellness Lounge offers the perfect setting for networking among experts and discussions about the future of the industry.
A Hotspot for Trends
FIBO will be the go-to destination for everyone who wants to not only see sports but also experience them firsthand. Padel, the ultimate trend sport, will take center stage. In the dedicated Padel Court in Hall 4.2, visitors can train, attend seminars, and learn how to integrate Padel as a revenue driver in fitness studios—from space utilization to community-building through tournaments. Golf enthusiasts will also find their place here: Interactive stations invite visitors to practice the perfect swing and discover new technologies in golf.
Shared Moments That Last
What makes FIBO so unique are the real encounters on the show floors: when athletes meet their fans, creators engage with their communities live, and sports become pure emotion. In 2026, visitors can look forward to even more shared experiences—from the Calisthenics Area and Lifestyle Area to the new Battle & Drop Zone, where creators and fans can compete athletically, and daily Goodie Drops from their favorite exhibitors await. With brands like Calzedonia, Fabletics, and KoRo returning, visitor favorites will once again fill the Cologne exhibition halls in 2026. They will be joined by new exhibitors like the American fashion brand YoungLA.
The FIBO Championships will also return for a second round, providing a stage full of energy and passion for international bodybuilding legends and talented newcomers. A special highlight awaits visitors in the new FIBO Gym in Hall 11.1. Here, they will have the exclusive opportunity to train with their idols, such as Derek Lunsford, spend time with them, and get the best tips for their workouts. HYROX returns to Cologne for all four days of FIBO 2026, turning Hall 10.1 into the ultimate hub of athleticism, excitement, and community spirit!
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about FIBO
FIBO pursues the vision of a strong and healthy society and as a global network makes an essential contribution to a long and fulfilling life for people. At the annual FIBO Show, therefore, all players from the health, fitness and wellness sectors come together and form the hot spot for innovations, investments and trends for an active lifestyle. Over the course of four days, FIBO offers here not only business, networking and continuing education at the top level, but also numerous exciting and impressive live experiences. The next FIBO will take place in Cologne from April 16 - 19, 2026. fibo.com
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