Highlights
Five disciplines, one venue
Show jumping, western riding, groundwork, racing, and breed showing all run at the same event. No shuttling between venues, no choosing between programmes.
470+ exhibitors
Tack, feed, breeders, vets, trainers, and more – the exhibitor list covers most corners of the equestrian world. Worth a focused plan, or just wandering.
Around 50,000 visitors
Around 50,000 people come through over four days. Plenty of room to connect with breeders, trainers, or fellow riders you wouldn't normally bump into.
Hannover Messegelände
The Hannover fairground has the space and infrastructure to handle an event this size – large halls, short walks between areas, and enough room for horses, exhibitors, and a big crowd.
What is PASSION PFERD?
PASSION PFERD is an equestrian trade fair and show held at Messegelände Hannover in Lower Saxony across four days in early December 2026. The event combines competitive sport, a stallion inspection (Körung), breed and young horse classes, and a wide range of demonstrations under one roof. The programme spans show jumping, western riding, groundwork, liberty work, and performance shows alongside breeding and young horse presentations, making it one of the broader horse-world gatherings in Germany in December. Hannover's long-standing reputation as a centre of horse breeding gives the event a natural home. Tickets are available through the official website.
PASSION PFERD at a Glance
What do you need to know beforehand?
What happens at PASSION PFERD?
PASSION PFERD 2026 runs across four days with a mix of competition classes, show formats, and educational content. Disciplines covered include show jumping, western, groundwork, liberty work, and breeding and young horse classes. Full schedules with times are published on the official website.
Where does PASSION PFERD take place?
PASSION PFERD takes place at Messegelände Hannover in Lower Saxony, one of the largest trade fair sites in Europe. The grounds offer covered halls large enough to host riding arenas, exhibition areas, and spectator seating in parallel. Hannover is well connected by rail and road, with direct high-speed train services from across Germany. The city has deep roots in horse breeding, particularly the Hanoverian warmblood, which gives the venue a context that goes beyond logistics.
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From Hannover Hauptbahnhof, take Stadtbahn line 1 or 2 to "Messe/Ost" or "Messe/Nord" – a straightforward ride from the city centre. By car, the A2 and A7 both lead directly to the fairground, with signposted parking and multi-storey car parks on site. Horse trailer parking is available in dedicated areas; check the Messe Hannover website for access routes.
PASSION PFERD is a ticketed event, with tickets available in advance through the official website. The crowd is a mix of breeders, professionals, horse owners, and people who follow the horse world without competing themselves. Alongside the competition arenas, there are exhibitors, specialist programme content, and show formats that work for visitors with different levels of background knowledge. Good to know
- The full daily schedule with times is available on the official website under "Programme".
- For questions about accessibility or specific needs, contact the organizer directly in advance.
Exhibitors and breeders can register for PASSION PFERD through the official exhibitor portal on the event website. The fair is aimed at businesses, breeders, and providers from the horse industry who want to present their work, products, or horses to a broad professional audience. Registration runs through the "Aussteller werden" form on the official website.
Who's behind it?
Deutsche Messe AG
Deutsche Messe AG
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