About This Show
The W3+ Fair Wetzlar is a high-tech trade fair and conference for optics, photonics, electronics and mechanics, held on 10 and 11 March 2027 at the Buderus Arena in Wetzlar, Hesse, Germany. Topics include SpaceTech, defence and dual use, start-ups and artificial intelligence, with a free accompanying conference.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is W3+ Fair Wetzlar 2027?+
According to the organiser, W3+ Fair Wetzlar 2027 takes place on 10 and 11 March 2027 at the Buderus Arena in Wetzlar, Hesse. The organiser describes it as a networking and new-business event for optics, photonics, electronics and mechanics. The official site has a ticket page and an exhibitor application.
What topics are covered?+
The organiser says the two exhibition days give a concise overview of the latest developments and key future topics, including SpaceTech and New Space, defence, security and dual-use technologies, start-ups and innovation, and artificial intelligence in practice. Cross-industry exchange between the sectors is the idea behind the fair.
Is there a conference alongside the fair?+
Yes. The organiser offers a free accompanying conference called en-tech.talks, plus a range of side events. The programme also lists a keynote by Willi Weitzel followed by a free after-work drink and networking, and an IHK conference titled KI konkret on putting AI to work in companies. Registration is on the official site.
What can visitors do on site?+
The organiser promotes guided tours that let visitors engage directly with exhibitors and industry professionals, as well as personal exchange with experts and a university research and job offers area. B2B matchmaking for exhibitors and visitors, supported by EIT Manufacturing, can be booked through the official site.
Why do companies exhibit at the W3+ Fair?+
The organiser lists a cross-industry concept, all-inclusive booth construction packages for hassle-free participation, the free en-tech.talks conference, matchmaking forums and strong partners from business and politics as reasons to exhibit. It also points to the top technology locations of Wetzlar in Central Hesse and Jena in Thuringia.
Is there a W3+ Fair in Jena too?+
Yes. The organiser runs the W3+ Fair at two high-tech locations, Wetzlar in Central Hesse and Jena in Thuringia, and has a separate page for each. The Jena fair is held at the Sparkassen-Arena Jena. Make sure you use the Wetzlar page for the 10 and 11 March 2027 dates.
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