carpe event productions | Essen | 18.03. - 24.03.2027

Exhibition stand construction for EQUITANA 2027 in Essen

We will build your exhibition stand for EQUITANA 2026 in Essen – professionally, discreetly, using the reusable clickwand system and drawing on over 25 years’ experience in stand construction.

Exhibition dates 
18.03. - 24.03.2027

Set-up
16.03. - 18.03.2027 est.

Dismantling
24.03-25.03.2027 est.

Venue
Messe Essen
Halls 1-3 and 5-8 aswell as the Galeria
Messeplatz 1
45131 Essen

Our range of services

How we support you at EQUITANA Essen

From the initial site plan to the handover of the keys – everything from a single source, with a dedicated point of contact and predictable processes.

  • Exhibition stands with clear product guidance for health, feeding, care, equestrian accessories, apparel, western riding, working equitation, stable construction, riding facility construction, vehicles and technology
  • Presentation areas for saddles, bridles, apparel, care products, feed, stable technology, yard and pasture equipment, horse transporters, apps, accessories, art and lifestyle products
  • Stand concepts for manufacturers, brands, start-ups, clubs, associations, breeders, trainers, education providers, sustainable companies, equestrian service providers and retailers
  • Visitor routing for high public traffic, product consultation, sales, community contact, lead capture, expert discussions and emotional brand experiences
  • Experience-oriented staging of equestrian sport, equipment, stable and yard solutions, training, health, lifestyle, shows, product innovations and brand identity
  • Regional project management with short routes from Cologne to Essen and reliable coordination for exhibits, samples, product presentation, fair operations and dismantling
Why exhibit?

What you can achieve with a strong presence at EQUITANA

EQUITANA offers exhibitors a powerful equestrian platform. What can pay off for your business:

World-leading equestrian trade fair

EQUITANA positions itself as the world’s leading equestrian trade fair and the central meeting point for the global equestrian community.

Strong audience reach

The fair states more than 100,000 visitors, 650 exhibitors, 40 countries, 1,000 horses and seven show days, creating a high-attention environment for brands and sales.

Seven halls, clear theme worlds

Health, feeding, care, western riding, working equitation, equestrian accessories, stable and riding facility construction, breeding, sport, training, sustainability, technology, lifestyle and art are clearly structured by halls.

Experience, education and community

The HOP TOP Show, more than 1,000 horses, 500 hours of education, specialist forums, trainers, breeders and stars of the scene make the fair both an emotional and professional meeting point.

Stand types

Which stand type fits your presence at EQUITANA?

Depending on assortment, consultation needs, sales objective, exhibit size and desired brand impact, different stand formats may be suitable. We advise you on the solution that fits your space, budget, visitor routing and product staging.

Row stand created using the carpe configurator
Row stand

One open side. Cost-efficient for focused assortments, equestrian accessories, care products, feed, apparel, apps, association presences or compact consultation.

Corner unit created using the carpe configurator
Corner stand

Two open sides. Useful for greater visibility when product walls, samples, saddles, apparel, displays or consultation tables should be visible from several visitor routes.

End stand created using the carpe configurator
End stand

Three open sides. Strong for providers with several topic clusters, such as equipment, apparel, care, stable technology, vehicles, training and lifestyle.

Block stand created using the carpe configurator
Block stand / Island

Four open sides, freestanding in the hall. Ideal for large brand presences, experience areas, product launches, community activations, horse-related presentations and intensive consultation.

Our process

From the initial consultation to the finished stand.
In 6 clear steps.

1
Consultation & Briefing

You describe your plans, objectives and budget – we listen, ask questions and suggest initial directions. By phone, video call or in person in Cologne.

2
Concept & 3D Visualisation

We develop a tailor-made stand concept including layout, materials and branding. You can view your stand in advance as a realistic 3D model from all angles.

3
Quotation & Fine-tuning

You receive a transparent fixed-price quotation. Requests for changes are incorporated directly – with no hidden costs or surprises later on.

4
Production in our own workshop

Stand construction, printing and all fittings are manufactured in Cologne. Short lead times, full quality control and maximum reliability – even with last-minute adjustments.

5
Setting up at the trade fair

Our team handles delivery, stand assembly and all technical coordination with the trade fair. You arrive at the finished stand – ready to go for the trade fair opening.

6
Dismantling & Reuse

After the trade fair ends, we take care of complete dismantling, return transport and storage. Reusable click-wall elements are kept in stock for future events.

Why choose carpe event productions

Short lines of communication. Effective implementation in Essen.

We have been building exhibition stands since 1999 and are based in Cologne – saving you time, money and stress.

Over 25 years’ experience

We have been creating exhibition stands and events since 1999 – at gamescom, ANUGA, ORGATEC, MEDICA and many more.

Cologne location

Our office and workshop are based in Cologne – ideal for last-minute adjustments and rapid on-site service.

In-house workshop

Stand construction and printing are carried out in-house. No subcontractors, no hidden interfaces – full quality control.

clickwand system

Our modular wall system – in use since 2007. More sustainable, faster and more flexible than traditional timber construction.

Dedicated contact person

You have a project manager who supports your project from start to finish. No handover, no misunderstandings.

Full service

Concept, design, production, logistics, assembly, dismantling, storage – everything from a single source and with transparent pricing.

A selection of our client references

Successful projects by Carpe

carpe stand construction portfolio computacenter
Complete exhibition stand

Design and construction of the Computacenter stand at Düsseldorf 2025, featuring 70 exhibitors.

carpe stand construction for Nautilus
Corner stand with raised platform

Stand concept for Nautilus featuring a raised platform and graphics in the corporate design.

carpe trade fair stand construction reference spoga gafa
Corner stand with booth

Stand construction for BIAG featuring a dedicated booth and full-surface graphics.

The trade fair

About EQUITANA 2027

EQUITANA 2027 will take place from 18 to 24 March 2027 at Messe Essen. It is regarded as the world’s leading equestrian trade fair and brings together equestrian enthusiasts, trade visitors, brands, start-ups, trainers, breeders, athletes and industry players across seven halls. 

The focus is on health, feeding and care, western riding and working equitation, equestrian accessories, stable and riding facility construction, yard and pasture equipment, vehicles, breeding, sport, training, associations, sustainable companies, apps and technology, apparel, show supplies, brands, lifestyle, accessories and art. The fair is complemented by the show arena, HOP TOP Show, specialist forum, Young Innovative area and trainer and breeders’ pavilion. 

For exhibitors, this means that the stand must make products easy to understand, stimulate purchase interest and at the same time communicate trust, expertise and closeness to the equestrian community. Clear visitor routing, robust presentation areas, strong product logic, sales-oriented staging, quiet consultation zones and a stand concept that convincingly connects community feeling, benefits and brand are particularly important.

Facts & Figures

Format: Consumer and industry fair for equestrian sport, riding, horse keeping, training, breeding, equipment, lifestyle and technology

Special features: World-leading equestrian fair with seven halls, more than 30,000 m² of exhibition space, 650 exhibitors, 1,000 horses, 500 hours of education and HOP TOP Show

Organiser: RX Deutschland GmbH / Reed Exhibitions Limited

Edition: Biennial; 2027 edition from 18 to 24 March 2027 in Essen

Target audience: Riders, horse owners, trainers, breeders, clubs, associations, stable operators, retailers, trade visitors, leisure and competition riders, western and working-equitation communities, families and equestrian fans

Sustainability

Exhibition stand construction that lives on after the event

Our clickwand system was developed in 2007 as a sustainable alternative to the throwaway culture in exhibition stand construction. The modular elements can be reused as often as required; they are stored after each use and can be flexibly re-deployed. With a lifespan of over 10 years, they combine sustainability, efficiency and long-term cost-effectiveness.

  • Re-use of walls, counters, lighting elements and decorations
  • Storage of your stand elements with us – ready to go for the next trade fair
  • Short routes from Cologne to Essen, bundled games and material logistics and modular stand planning reduce transport effort and make on-site adjustments easier during build-up, the fair and dismantling
Plan now

Ready for your presence
at EQUITANA 2027?

Your contacts:

Key account manager Jonas Müller
Jonas Müller
Key account manager
 Project manager Fabian Schwaiger
Fabian Schwaiger
Project manager
Operational project manager
Moritz Biermann
Operational project manager

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Frequently asked questions

What exhibitors often want to know about EQUITANA 2027

EQUITANA 2027 will take place from Thursday, 18 March, to Wednesday, 24 March 2027, in Essen. From Thursday to Tuesday, the fair is open from 10:00 to 18:30; on Wednesday, from 10:00 to 18:00.

EQUITANA 2027 takes place at Messe Essen. The address is Messeplatz 1, 45131 Essen, Germany. Hall 6 and South are planned as entrance.

Build-up times will start from 16.03.2027 most likely.

Dismantling times start after the fair and will last most likely until 26.03.2027.

EQUITANA is aimed at equestrian enthusiasts, leisure riders, international professionals, trainers, breeders, horse owners, clubs, associations, trade visitors, retailers, families and the wider equestrian community.

Row stands are suitable for focused assortments and compact consultation, corner stands for greater visibility, peninsula stands for several product areas and island stands for large brand presences, experience areas, vehicles, stable technology or intensive sales consultation.

Stand space costs EUR 155.00/m² in the early-bird rate until April 2026 and EUR 205.00/m² from May 2026. Clubs and associations are charged EUR 100.00/m², horse area EUR 55.00/m² and gastronomy EUR 215.00/m². In addition, there is an AUMA fee of EUR 0.60/m² and a corner stand fee of EUR 150.00 per open corner. The mandatory EQUITANA service package costs EUR 1,786.00 per exhibitor; Priority and Priority Plus packages cost EUR 3,356.00 and EUR 6,758.00 respectively. Stand construction, additional technial equipment, furniture, graphics, storage, product logistics and special areas are added depending on the concept.