Flanders Expo is the leading hotspot in Ghent for trade fairs, conferences and events. Formerly an airport, we are now working with IKEA to turn ‘The Loop’ into the city’s most vibrant epicentre. As part of Easyfairs Belgium, it organises more than 400 events a year in Belgium, across Flanders Expo, Antwerp Expo, Namur Expo and Nekkerhal – Brussels North. Thanks to our versatile spaces, organisers can make any event shine effortlessly.
Opening hours vary from event to event. However, if you wish to speak with someone from Flanders Expo, it is best to call on weekdays between 9 am and 5 pm. If you would like to visit outside of a scheduled event, please make an appointment.
Yes, we have a sustainability policy in place. We hold the Green Key label and continue to invest in sustainable improvements to our venue. For instance, every room is equipped with energy-efficient LED lighting, we sort waste, and use dedicated containers for glass, wood and scrap metal. All roofs are fitted with solar panels, and we provide 100 charging points for electric vehicles.
You take a ticket upon entering the car park. You can easily pay at the payment machines using your debit/credit card or via the QR code on the parking ticket.
Parking rates can always be found on the event website.
Absolutely! Cycling is a quick way to get to Flanders Expo.
Two ways to cycle here:
Via Derbystraat to the cycle bridge, or via the R4 following Raymond La Rochelaan and the cycle path straight to Flanders Expo. Bicycle parking is located near Hall 3.
Convenient and fast!
From Gent-Sint-Pieters station, take tram 1, which will bring you to the entrance of Flanders Expo in less than 10 minutes. Bus lines 76, 77 and 78 also get you here in no time.
Flanders Expo is accessible from the motorway:
At ‘The Loop’, you will find clear digital signage to our own car parks: A1, A2, A3 and A4. Together with public car parks B and C, we offer a total of 3,600 parking spaces.
Take a ticket upon entry. You can pay at the machines or via the QR code on the parking ticket.
We have 100 charging points for cars. At Hall 2, you will find Boostcharge superchargers with 4 charging spots for those who need extra-fast charging. This makes your visit even smoother.
You can also charge your electric bicycle in our covered bike shed.
Yes, we provide a limited number of spaces for people with reduced mobility. Like our regular spaces, these are paid and are located as close as possible to the entrance of the nearest hall.
Yes, provided you are organising a public event. We have rooms available for groups starting from 50 people. Unfortunately, our spaces are not suitable for private events such as weddings or birthday parties.
Certainly. Our Meeting Centre features various rooms, all equipped with screens, projectors, sound systems, chairs, and more. The rooms are flexible in size, ensuring we always have the right space for your meeting.
You can start from 50 guests.
Make an appointment via our contact form or call the toll-free number +32 800 112 58.
You can count on a team of dedicated professionals. You are our priority, and bespoke solutions are our speciality. You will be assigned an Event Operations Manager as your point of contact, who will manage your project from start to finish.
This ensures a smooth process, expert guidance, and a stress-free organisation.
As a general rule, no – unless they are assistance dogs, of course. Another exception is events that explicitly state that pets are welcome, such as a dog or cat show. To be sure, always check the website of the fair or event in question.
No. There are designated smoking areas between the exhibition halls. A total smoking ban applies to the rest of the site, including electronic cigarettes.
All halls are wheelchair accessible.
Depending on availability at the event, you may be able to borrow a wheelchair on-site. Please enquire in advance by emailing flandersexpo@easyfairs.com.
We keep it safe for you, of course. All lost property is collected at the information desk. If you only realise you’ve lost something once you’re home, please call +32 (0)9 241 92 11.
Yes, simply connect to the Flanders Expo public network.
At some events, noise levels can reach 100 decibels. Sounds above 80 decibels can be harmful, so please protect your hearing. Free earplugs are available at events exceeding 95 decibels. For optimal protection, Flanders Expo partners with Alpine, who often have a stand present at various events.
