Trend Report
A place for creativity, inspiration and entertainment
In the spring of 2026, creativity will once again be at the heart of everything we do
The 2026 Trend Report, featuring 7 creative trends, is now available for download. Look forward to exciting trends and plenty of inspiration for the creative community.
Site map 2026
Highlights from CREATIVA
Information on arrival and stay
ARRIVAL & OPENING HOURS
CREATIVA 2026 will take place from Wednesday, March 25 to Sunday, March 29, 2026.
The exhibition halls are open from 9:00 – 18:00.
We open the following entrances: Entrance North and Entrance Messe West.
There are box offices.
Dogs are not permitted in the exhibition halls.
Checkrooms
The checkrooms are located at the north and west entrances. You can leave jackets here for a small fee (2.00 EIR per item*). The checkrooms are marked on the site map and signposted on the site.
*Price subject to change
Shopping at CREATIVA
Trolleys and suitcases can be stored at the checkroom during the trade fair. Trolleys and suitcases may be taken into the exhibition halls.
Destination address:
Dortmund Exhibition Center, Rheinlanddamm 200, 44139 Dortmund
Parking:
Parking spaces A1, A2, A3, A4, A8, as well as C1/C2, D2, E3, F and E1 & E2 on the weekend are available. The maximum parking fee is €11 per car.
Messe Express:
The Messe Express to CREATIVA and CAKE & BAKE stops at the parking lots C1/C2, D2, E, and F, as well as at the main entrance of the Westfalenhalle. From there, it’s just a few minutes’ walk to the North Entrance. The route is clearly marked.
The service times are:
- Thursday, March 26, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:15 p.m., every 15 minutes
- Friday, March 27, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:15 p.m., every 30 minutes
- Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:15 p.m., every 15 minutes
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By public transport:
From the subway station “Westfalenhallen” (line U45) you can reach the exhibition grounds in just 10 minutes from Dortmund main station. Alternatively, the U46 will also take you to the “Westfalenhallen” stop in around 5 minutes. The stops are barrier-free and well signposted.
Airports:
The airports of Dortmund, Düsseldorf and Cologne/Bonn are located nearby.
Hotels nearby
Mercure Hotel Dortmund Messe
Strobelallee 41, 44139 Dortmund
How good that the hotel room is right next door. The Mercure Hotel Dortmund Messe & Kongress Westfalenhallen offers guests all the amenities of a 4-star business hotel. Directly on the grounds of the Westfalenhallen and yet in the middle of an idyllic rose garden. For the tireless, free WLAN access is available throughout the hotel.
Phone: +49 (0) 231/1204-245
Fax. +49 (0) 231/1204-555
H9169[at]accor[dot]com
VISA, WIFI AND ACCESSIBILITY
Visa form
According to the decree of the Federal Foreign Office dated 24.07.2013, a letter of invitation from the trade fair company is generally not required. If you still need such a letter, you can create it yourself by filling out the form with your personal details. After submitting the form, you will receive your invitation letter by e-mail.
WLAN
Messe Dortmund offers free WLAN via the CityWLAN of the City of Dortmund. Connect to the “Hotspot Westfalenhallen” network, accept the terms and conditions and you can start using the WLAN.
Accessibility
The exhibition grounds are completely barrier-free. Halls 4 to 8 are connected at ground level, and the upper halls and the congress area are accessible via elevators. Disabled toilets with Eurokey locking systems are available in all halls. Wheelchairs can be borrowed for a deposit at the North Entrance (limited availability). Cab services are available for special mobility needs. Contact Taxi Dortmund eG on 0231 / 14 44 44.
Messe Dortmund ensures a comfortable and barrier-free arrival and a pleasant stay.
Shopping & culinary delights in Dortmund
Westenhellweg is Dortmund’s most popular shopping street with many stores and the modern Thier-Galerie. Away from the main mile, you will discover charming, owner-managed stores on the quality route. Soccer fans should visit the BVB FanWelt.
The Rosenterrassen restaurant and the many cafés and restaurants in the beautiful Kreuzviertel district – just a few minutes’ walk from the trade fair – offer a wide range of culinary delights.
