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General Entry
Venue & Opening Hours
Visitor Tickets & Registration
Program, Stage & Exhibitors
Venue Facilities & Parking
Accessibility
Promotion
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ALUMINIUM will take place from October 06 to 08, 2026.
Location ALUMINIUM:
Exhibition Centre Düsseldorf
Entrance Hall 6 and South
Stockumer Kirchstraße 61
D-40474 Düsseldorf
Germany
Tickets for ALUMINIUM can be purchased via the official ALUMINIUM website Tickets (aluminium-exhibition.com)
For the ALUMINIUM, two types of tickets are available: 1-day ticket and 3-day ticket
Yes, there is a box office where tickets can be purchased on site.
The following payment methods are available online: MasterCard and VISA as credit cards, PayPal, and Klarna.
§ 312b paragraph 3 of the German Civil Code precludes the return of tickets just as it precludes the revocation of a contract. Please find further information in the General Terms and Conditions.
After purchasing the tickets and registering, you will receive a confirmation email with all the information and a link to download the VISA letter. There are no invitation letters on request.
You can find all exhibitors here: Exhibitor Directory (aluminium-exhibition.com)
Yes, bags and rucksacks are permitted, but no glass bottles or containers or sharp objects. We reserve the right to to conduct inspections.
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You can find all information on arrival by car, public transport, train, cab etc.: Arrival (messe-duesseldorf.com)
You can find all information about travelling by car here: Arrival (messe-duesseldorf.com)
A shuttle will run continuously between 7:00-22:30 for P1 and the South and Hall 6 entrances.
The information display on the buses shows the respective stops in the order in which they are approached from the respective starting points.
Exhibitor FAQs
Here you can find all the information about the setup and dismantling times.
Here you can find the Technical Guidelines.
The preliminary technical invoices from Messe Düsseldorf are accurate and cover technical connections, electricity, and additional services. The original invoices were sent on July 1st, and the first reminder was issued on July 31st.
After ordering and personalising an exhibitor pass, you will receive a confirmation email with your ticket as a PDF and a link where you can download the VISA letter. There are no invitation letters on request.
Here you can register: For Exhibitors Aluminium (aluminium-exhibition.com)
The Online Service Centre supports you in your preparations for the upcoming trade fair.
In the service tool, you can order services for trade fair preparation, download advertising banners and fill out your profile for the Print Show Guide.
The banners for advertising trade fair participation can be downloaded from the Online Service Centre in the Downloads section.
Parking tickets can be ordered via the Online Service Centre.
You can access our Exhibitor Service Centre in the Exhibitor Hub via the Tickets/Passes button.
The Exhibitor Service Centre supports you in preparing your trade fair appearance. You can invite customers, register your staff and manage your invitations there.
You can order and personalise exhibitor passes in our Exhibitor Service Centre.
The ALUMINIUM Night is our exhibitor and partner exclusive evening event, which we are in collaboration with TRIMET. The celebration will take place on 8 October on the ‘Ocean Diva’. Further information can be found here.
Tickets for the ALUMINIUM Night are not included in the contract free of charge but can be purchased from the Exhibitor Service Centre for EUR 91.44 incl. VAT.
Take the opportunity to invite your most important customers to ALUMINIUM in a particularly exclusive way. With our VIP programme, you can offer your VIPs an unrivalled trade fair experience that gives them access to a range of exclusive services and benefits. And best of all, all these services are free of charge for your invited VIPs. All other benefits and highlights can be found here.
VIP tickets are not free of charge but can be purchased at the Exhibitor Service Centre for EUR 99.00 incl. VAT.
Do something good for your customers and invite them to the trade fair free of charge!
Via the "Invite visitors" function, you can invite a large number of your customers to the event using individual voucher codes (you can choose between permanent passes and VIP tickets). As another invitation option, you can use your personal promocode (see green header).
This service remains free of charge, both for the exhibitor and for the visitors.
A shuttle will run continuously between 7:00-22:30 for P1 and the South and Hall 6 entrances.
The information display on the buses will show the relevant stops in the order in which they are approached from the respective starting points.
For the exhibitor evening on 8 October, there will also be a shuttle to the landing stage of the ship. The shuttle to P1 will remain in operation for longer - items of clothing from the cloakroom at the entrance to Hall 6 will be taken to the entrance to Hall South.
General Entry
Dates: 06-08 of October 2026
Venue: Exhibitor Center Düsseldorf
No, Aluminium 2026 is only open for industry professionals.
Venue & Opening Hours
The opening hours are from 9.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m.
You can use entrance South and North.
Visitor Tickets & Registration
Yes—tickets are available only through the online ticket shop. Each ticket is personalized and non-transferable and will . Pre-booking is recommended to secure your entry and avoid long lines at the venue.
| Yes—however, prices may vary compared to tickets from the online ticket shop. |
Yes—each person needs a personalized ticket or exhibitor pass, plus valid ID for verification.
Yes, you can change the name on your ticket, but this must be done at least two weeks before the event begins. Please email [email protected] to change ticket details.
No— but their companion enters for free. Present a valid disability ID (Schwerbehindertennachweis B) at the entrance.
| Yes—a Disability ID (Schwerbehindertennachweis B) is required. |
| Companion to disabled person can enter for free. |
Visa letters are generated after a successful purchase and will be sent via email within the ticket confirmation mail.
Unfortunately, we do not offer group tickets; each person must register with their own email address, though they can do so on behalf of others as well.
Please contact our customer service team at: [email protected]
Please send your inquiry to: [email protected]
We currently do not have an official app. All ticket bookings and event information are available through our official website.
Yes—you can conveniently print your ID at home and bring it with you, or simply use the mobile ticket.
Please send at: [email protected] the exact details you’d like to correct, and our team will take care of it.
If you haven’t received your badge, please check your spam or junk folder first. If it's not there, contact our customer service [email protected], and we’ll be happy to resend it to you.
Once you have completed your registration, you will automatically receive your ticket card via email.
Please double-check that the document you submitted aligns with industry. If it doesn’t, you’re welcome to submit another document for us to review.
Program, Stage & Exhibitors
International aluminum producers, processors, technology providers, refiners, as well as user industries such as automotive, packaging, and aerospace can participate.
Please use the button 'Get advise now'.
The entire value chain of the aluminum industry is showcased, from raw material extraction through processing (semi-finished products, profiles, rolled products) to end applications in automotive construction, construction, packaging, and electrical engineering. The spectrum includes primary and secondary aluminum, die casting, surface treatment, mechanical engineering, recycling technologies, as well as specialized alloys.
There will be approx 800 exhibitors at this years event and two theatres hosting sessions on all three days.
Via the exhibitor directory on the website.
Build-up: from Oct 2nd, 8am to October 5th, 6pm. Dismantling: Oct 8th, 6pm to Oct 10th, 6pm.
| You can find the Exhibitor Operations Manual in Exhibitor Hub. |
| You can register your sharers in Exhibitor-Hub. |
Once your co-exhibitors are registered, they will also receive access to the exhibitor portal.
| Regarding the invoice contact your sales manager. |
| Please contact STANDout GmbH, Phone: +43 662 930 40-0 [email protected] |
| Please review the sponsorship opportunities in the form M_03 or contact the person listed there. |
| You can update your website entry via your exhibitor profile in the exhibitor portal. |
| You can download your promotional materials in the Manual 'Downloads' > Banner. You can reach it within the exhibitor hub. |
| If the event is postponed or cancelled, registered exhibitors and attendees will be notified promptly with details on next steps. Please refer to the event’s Terms and Conditions for specific policies. |
| If you need to amend participation please contact your sales manager. |
| You can order electrical equipment or furniture through the Online Service Center. You can find this on the exhibitor portal. |
| You can order a meeting room through the Online Service Center. You can find this in the exhibitor portal. |
| If you need support regarding the lead capturing, please contact our sales representative. |
| On-site you can contact the show trade management. |
Yes, you can deliver packages to the venue. All deliveries (pallets, individual packages) for exhibitors that are sent to the
exhibition stand must be labelled as follows:
Name of exhibitor
Name of exhibition
Hall and stand no.
Name of responsible person at the stand (phone)
Messe Düsseldorf GmbH
Gate 1
Am Staad
D40474 Düsseldorf
| More information can be found in the order form L_02 |
| No setup tickets are required. |
Venue Facilities & Parking
Exhibitors: You can find all internet information in the Online Service Center under technology
If you need any further assistance, we will be happy to help. Please contact our Customer Services team.
Visitors:
You will find the wifi access onsite
| You can find your way around the event using on-site signage and the printed floor plan available at the entrance. |
| The programme will be available to view on the website shortly. |
Yes, you can find the cloakroom on the map.
No
Yes
Yes—backpacks are generally allowed, but they may be subject to security checks at the entrance. It’s recommended to only bring essential items and avoid large bags, if possible, to help speed up entry. Cloakroom facilities are available.
Address for car navigation system:
D-40474 Düsseldorf, Am Staad (Stockumer Höfe)The A44 motorway goes directly past the exhibition centre.
Leave at Junction 29, "Messe/Arena" and head for the two large car parks, P1 and P2. A free shuttle bus takes you directly to the entrances.To get to the exhibition centre by public transport, take tram no. U78 MERKUR SPIEL-ARENA/Messe Nord or U79 Messe Ost (Exit at MesseOst/Stockumer Kirchstr.) or bus no. 722 (Exit at Messe Ost or Messe Süd/CCD).
| You can book your parking ticket in advance here. |
Pets are not allowed on the exhibition grounds except for service dogs.
Pets are not allowed on the exhibition grounds except for service dogs.
Accessibility
Eighteen of the Trade Fair Center’s halls have ground-level access. Both of Hall 7’s upper levels and the upper levels of the Congress Centers can be reached via lift. Each hall has sanitary facilities for the disabled. There are also restaurants and bistros with ground-level access.
You can rent wheelchairs at our first aid station in the North Entrance. Ask a staff member or use one of the hall telephones located next to each entrance. However, we urge you to reserve your wheelchair in advance.
Messe Düsseldorf has reserved parking spaces for drivers with special needs ( disability card with mark "aG" or "Bl") in the Arena-Straße (Arena Street), directly in front of the Northern Entrance.
Yes
No
No
The first aid station is located near the North Entrance. Contact number: +49 211 4560 231
Promotion
Yes. You can find logos and banners available in the Exhibitor Hub and they will also be available on our website.
Please send any press enquiries to: [email protected]
Please send any press enquiries to: [email protected]
On our website under: https://www.aluminium-exhibition.com/germany/en-gb/blog.html
Contact & Support
There’s a dedicated visitor & exhibitor support team reachable via the website “Contact Us” section: https://www.aluminium-exhibition.com/germany/en-gb/Kontaktformular.html
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