EIMA Bologna 2026 returns to BolognaFiere from November 10 to 14, 2026, with the 47th edition of the International Agricultural and Gardening Machinery Exhibition.
Five days dedicated to agricultural machinery, technologies, components, electronics, irrigation, gardening, and energy, featuring a program aimed at both industry professionals and the general public.
For those planning a visit, here is the essential information: dates, opening hours, tickets, the program, event sectors, and directions to the exhibition center.
EIMA Bologna 2026: dates and times
EIMA International 2026 will take place at BolognaFiere from November 10 to 14, 2026, daily from 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Access arrangements vary by day:
- November 10 and 11: admission reserved for trade professionals;
- November 12, 13, and 14: admission open to the general public.
For trade professionals, the ticket costs €75 and is valid for both November 10 and 11. For the general public, the cost is €22 per day.
Tickets must be purchased online; there are no ticket offices at the entrances. Admission is free for international visitors upon online registration.
You simply need to have the ticket on your smartphone, displaying the relevant barcode or QR code.
What is EIMA International?
EIMA International is a leading trade fair dedicated to agricultural mechanization and gardening.
The 2026 edition brings together companies, professionals, and industry players around a vast array of products, including agricultural machinery, components, electronic systems, irrigation technologies, gardening equipment, and energy-related solutions.
The event is organized into seven specialized salons.
- Research and Training Salon;
- Components Salon;
- Electronic Technologies Salon;
- Agro-forestry Energy Salon;
- Agro-mechanical Supply Chain Salon;
- Gardening Salon;
- Irrigation Salon.
Consequently, this is a trade fair that requires some planning; while it is possible to visit many exhibitors in a single day, it is difficult to explore everything in depth.
EIMA 2026 program: what to see
Alongside the exhibition itself, the EIMA 2026 program features numerous meetings, presentations, and technical sessions.
Scheduled events include the official opening, sessions dedicated to technological innovations, discussions on digitalization and artificial intelligence, in-depth looks at electrification and autonomous driving, and events focused on new agricultural technologies.
The agenda for the first day also includes the Tractor of the Year Awards ceremony.
How to plan your visit
To visit EIMA with a clear objective, the best approach is to start with the exhibitor list.
Before arriving at the trade fair, it is advisable to:
- identify the companies you wish to meet;
- check which hall they are located in;
- review the scheduled appointments;
- leave some free time between meetings;
- plan for a break away from the most crowded halls.
For those attending for business — especially on days reserved for industry professionals — the visit can turn into a packed business agenda, with meetings involving clients, suppliers, partners, and new contacts all taking place in one location.
And this is precisely where it is worth considering what is happening outside the fair itself.
Not just a visit to the pavilions
A major trade fair like EIMA naturally creates opportunities for interaction that extend beyond the exhibition stand itself.
A presentation for a select group of clients, a meeting with the press, a corporate reception, a discussion with business partners, or a networking evening can be far more effective in a dedicated space—especially when the goal is not merely to showcase a product, but to foster meaningful connections.
In Bologna, therefore, the agenda can continue even after the exhibition halls have closed for the day.
An off-fair event in Bologna: Galliera E20
To arrange a meeting during EIMA, one option is to choose a location in the city center rather than staying within the exhibition grounds.
Galliera E20 It is located at Via Galliera 18/C, within Palazzo Tanari, a historic 17th-century building. The 250-square-meter space can be configured for various types of events: meetings, press conferences, workshops, showrooms, product launches, photo shoots, seminars, and corporate drinks receptions.
It has a capacity of up to 50 people seated or 150 standing.
The location is highly convenient for getting around the city: it is about a 10-minute walk from Bologna Centrale station and roughly 5 minutes from Piazza VIII Agosto, where a parking area is available outside the ZTL (Limited Traffic Zone).
An important detail for event organizers is that Galliera E20 is situated within the ZTL area; therefore, a daily access pass must be requested in advance for loading/unloading goods or vehicle access.
The venue can also provide support services, including catering, event setup and décor, event promotion, technical support (lighting, audio, and video), as well as staff and security.
This makes it possible to organize a side event to EIMA without having to manage each supplier separately..
How to get to EIMA International 2026
The Bologna exhibition center is easily accessible from both the train station and the airport.
From Bologna Centrale station, you can reach the exhibition center via bus lines 35 and 38. For those arriving by air, Guglielmo Marconi Airport is connected to the station by the Marconi Express.
Visitors arriving by car can use exits 7 bis and 8 off the ring road. During EIMA, several parking areas are available, including Parco Nord and the Michelino multi-story car park.
To avoid wasting time—especially during peak hours—it is advisable to check the entrance closest to the pavilion you wish to visit before setting out.
EIMA Bologna 2026: Key information to know
When does EIMA 2026 take place?
EIMA International 2026 will be held at BolognaFiere from November 10 to 14, 2026.
What are the opening hours for EIMA 2026?
The exhibition is open from 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
How much does an EIMA 2026 ticket cost?
The ticket for trade professionals, valid for November 10 and 11, costs 75 euros. From November 12 to 14, the daily ticket for the general public costs 22 euros.
Can EIMA tickets be purchased at the venue?
No. Tickets must be purchased online; there are no ticket offices at the entrances.
Where does EIMA International take place?
EIMA International takes place at the BolognaFiere exhibition center.
Where can I host an event in Bologna during EIMA?
For a business meeting, presentation, aperitif, or side event, you can choose a city-center location such as Galliera E20 (on Via Galliera), which is about a 10-minute walk from the Bologna Centrale train station.
Preparing for the trade fair also means preparing for the meetings
Five days at a trade fair can mean dozens of appointments, but not every meeting has to take place at a stand.
For a company, arranging a presentation, a networking event, or a meeting with clients and partners in advance is a way to make the most of Bologna even outside the event’s official hours.
EIMA lasts five days. However, the relationships formed around the fair can begin long before anyone sets foot in the exhibition halls—and continue well after the event has closed.
