From 10–13 April 2025, FIBO will open its doors in Cologne for its 40th edition. With 13 halls, groundbreaking innovations, and unforgettable live experiences, FIBO 2025 sets a new benchmark in its illustrious history. Featuring highlights such as the brand-new Confex Hall for technology and digitalisation, a wellness hub in Hall 1, and the return of iconic bodybuilding events, this year's programme redefines the standards. Whether you're a fitness professional, an enthusiast, or just someone who wants to witness the latest in health and wellness, FIBO 2025 will leave you inspired.
The Confex Hall Becomes a Visionary Hub
The debut of the Confex Hall will spotlight critical growth areas like technology and digitalisation. Bringing together renowned exhibitors such as Sport Alliance, Virtuagym, ABC Fitness, and Enhance Fitness LLC, the hall will showcase technology solutions for the fitness and health sectors. As the fitness industry evolves towards a data-driven future, innovations in AI, wearables, and virtual training environments will take centre stage. Attendees can explore cutting-edge developments that promise to redefine personal training, gym management, and member engagement. Imagine walking into a gym where AI-driven personal trainers create tailor-made workouts based on real-time biometrics—this isn't science fiction, it's FIBO 2025!
The Return of Bodybuilding Excellence
Celebrating its deep-rooted heritage in bodybuilding, FIBO 2025 promises a full-throttle line-up in Hall 11.1. Featuring renowned attractions such as "Rühl’s Best," the Strongman Area, and appearances by stars like Jay Cutler and Derek Lunsford, bodybuilding enthusiasts have much to look forward to. Whether it's witnessing jaw-dropping feats of strength or engaging in exclusive meet-and-greets with legends of the sport, this area will be a paradise for fitness fanatics and aspiring athletes alike. Fans can expect thrilling competitions, expert-led workshops, and unique opportunities to learn from the very best in the business. This is bodybuilding culture at its peak, with sweat, steel, and a whole lot of energy!
Festival Feeling But Make It Fitness
FIBO is renowned for its electrifying live events—and 2025 promises even more. HYROX returns to the Cologne exhibition halls with three exhilarating days of competition starting Friday. Meanwhile, Hall 10.2 will host an extraordinary showcase of calisthenics talent, where gravity-defying performances push the boundaries of human strength and agility. Following its successful debut in 2024, the FIBO Football Festival is back, now in Hall 11.1, featuring try-outs, meet-and-greets, and a celebration of American Football culture. Expect intense energy, unforgettable moments, and the opportunity to rub shoulders with sports icons. Add to that live DJs, dynamic workout showcases, and the unmistakable festival atmosphere, and you've got an event that feels more like Coachella for fitness enthusiasts!
Share Knowledge, Experience Trends: FIBO Campus with Expanded Programme
But that's not all. The hospitality industry can look forward to another highlight: the Longevity & Hospitality Summit. The summit will take place on Thursday, 10 April on the 2nd floor of Confex. Curated by industry experts Judith Cartwright, Black Coral Consulting, and Yves Preissler, this international programme of keynotes, seminars, and discussions shares global insights with participants, followed by an exclusive dinner. Industry leaders will explore the intersection of wellness, longevity, and hospitality, offering invaluable insights into the future of fitness tourism and health-centric hospitality experiences. Imagine a future where luxury resorts integrate AI-powered wellness programmes, offering guests real-time health tracking, personalised nutrition plans, and recovery therapies tailored to their genetic makeup. This is the direction the fitness industry is heading, and FIBO is where these conversations begin.
The Ultimate Meeting Point for Fitness Professionals
FIBO is more than just an expo—it’s where business happens. Fitness studio owners, personal trainers, and industry leaders will gather to network, exchange ideas, and discover the latest innovations shaping the fitness landscape. Whether you're looking for the newest gym equipment, seeking groundbreaking recovery technologies, or exploring fresh business opportunities, FIBO 2025 is the place to be. With interactive panels, live demos, and exclusive product launches, the event remains the heartbeat of the fitness industry. There's no better place to get inspired, whether you're launching your own fitness brand, seeking game-changing partnerships, or just looking to future-proof your business in an ever-evolving industry.
Future Trends: What to Watch for at FIBO 2025
FIBO is always a showcase of what's next in fitness, and 2025 is no exception. Expect breakthroughs in smart fitness wearables that offer real-time health analytics, advancements in biohacking to enhance recovery, and a surge in gamified fitness experiences that make working out as addictive as your favorite video game. From cryotherapy, cold water immersion & contrast therapy, booths to AI-powered coaching, the future of fitness is here. Also, keep an eye out for plant-based performance nutrition innovations—because who said vegan athletes can't dominate the competition?
