Frankfurt Music Fair - Musikmesse Frankfurt

Musikmesse Frankfurt (Frankfurt Music Fair), is Europe’s largest trade event for the music industry. Visiting Musikmesse Frankfurt means meeting international professionals from all parts of the vast music sphere. Musical instruments, music software and hardware, and anything else music-related you could imagine are on display to view, try out and buy. The 2022 edition will focus on new product segments, such as music apps, smart instruments, and virtual instruments.

The fair was established in Frankfurt am Main in 1980 and has grown from a business-to-business trade event to a festival that welcomes all kinds of members of the public, from music professionals to enthusiasts, from curious hobbyists to accomplished amateurs, and even young children.

Live music and awards at Musikmesse Frankfurt

Of course, live music performances are an important part of the Frankfurt Musikmesse. International artists of all persuasions perform during Frankfurt Musikmesse; on the main stage, known as the Agora Stage, there is a new live act kicking off every half hour. 

During the event, awards in many areas are given out, such as live entertainment, instrument design, press, music therapy, audio professionals and, of course, the prestigious Frankfurt Music Prize.

Music business and networking

"Europe’s biggest trade fair for the music industry."

This is the ideal event for forging new business relationships within the music industry, as well as for those in fields that closely complement the music industry, such as media, distribution, education and many others.

A huge programme of events, conferences and concerts

There are over 1.000 events taking place at the exhibition centre and throughout the city of Frankfurt. Professionals from the music industry offer music concerts, workshops, masterclasses and instrument try-out sessions. 

Musikmesse Plaza

The Musikmesse Plaza takes place on Saturday and Sunday. This pop-up market attracts music lovers young and old and provides an exciting opportunity to experience multiple facets of music, all in one place and on one day.

Test and buy instruments, hear live music and experience how music is continually influencing lifestyle and fashion. Discover vintage instruments, devices and accessories, taste some street food, or add to your record collection.

In the “Discover Music” section, you can explore ways to boost your child’s musical education. Children and their parents can try out a wide range of instruments with the guidance of music teachers from the Frankfurt Music Academy, who give the children inspiration to make their own music. There will also be a large number of tutorials and workshops dedicated to different aspects of music.

For those who are more interested in the theoretical, psychological and sociological aspects of music, there will be an extensive array of events, including a lecture on why we listen to music, and a panel discussion about women in the music industry.

A platform for your music business

There is no other event in the whole of Europe where you can meet so many exhibitors, retailers, distributors and professionals in the areas of musical instruments, music production, sheet music and music accessories.

Plan your visit to Musikmesse

Whether you're there to network or you're just curious about the multiple dimensions of the world of music, Musikmesse Frankfurt is the go-to event. Find out more on the Musikmesse Frankfurt website.