Join the Exhibition of Mayors and Local Authorities from November 24 to 26, 2026, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, France. This premier event connects local government leaders and showcases innovative solutions for public service challenges.
Dates
24–26 Nov 2026
City / country
Paris, France
Venue
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
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Event overview
The Exhibition of Mayors and Local Authorities is a key event for local government officials, taking place from November 24 to 26, 2026, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.
This exhibition will gather elected officials, public decision-makers, and partners to discuss local transitions and showcase innovative solutions for public action.
With over 1,380 exhibitors and 65,672 visitors expected, it serves as a vital platform for collaboration and knowledge sharing among local authorities.
TL;DR
Attending the Exhibition of Mayors and Local Authorities provides invaluable insights into local governance challenges and solutions. Visitors can network with key decision-makers, discover innovative products and services, and participate in discussions that shape the future of local governance. This event is essential for anyone involved in public service and local administration.
Exhibiting at the Exhibition of Mayors and Local Authorities offers direct access to a targeted audience of mayors, public officials, and decision-makers. This is an opportunity to showcase your solutions, engage with potential clients, and build partnerships that can lead to impactful projects in local governance. Exhibitors can enhance their visibility and demonstrate their commitment to supporting local authorities.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Paris, France
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in Paris typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in Paris typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Who runs the show
Infopro Digital
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2025
This edition
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Visitors: 65,672
Exhibitors: 1,380
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
Impact
The 2025 Salon des Maires et des Collectivités Locales focused on robotics, green solutions, inclusive sports and territorial innovation. Coverage highlighted ecological transition and waste management as key themes for local authorities. It served as the annual meeting point for mayors and local government teams.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attending Exhibition of Mayors and Local Authorities on 2026-11-24 to 2026-11-26 in Paris lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
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ReadPlan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Charles de Gaulle
Main long-haul gateway. RER B to Gare du Nord or Chatelet-Les Halles, then metro line 12 to Porte de Versailles, is typically 60-75 minutes door to door. Allow extra time for morning peaks on the peripherique
approx. 35-40 km north-east of Porte de Versailles
to venue
45-60 min by road outside peak hours
by car
Paris Orly
Closest airport to the 15th arrondissement. Automated metro line 14 connects Orly to central Paris, with a change onto metro line 12 or tram for the venue; taxis use an official fixed fare to the Left Bank
approx. 15-18 km south of Porte de Versailles
to venue
25-40 min by road outside peak hours
by car
Paris Beauvais
Used mainly by low-cost carriers. A shuttle bus runs to Porte Maillot, from where metro line 1 and then line 12 reach Porte de Versailles; total journey is usually 2 h or more
approx. 85 km north of Paris
to venue
1 h 15 - 1 h 30 by road
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Hotel Mercure Paris Porte de Versailles Expo
Novotel Paris Porte de Versailles
Arty Paris Porte de Versailles
Hotel Oceania Paris Porte de Versailles
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
RER B (rail)
Fastest rail option from CDG. From Gare du Nord or Chatelet-Les Halles, change onto metro line 12 or a connecting metro line to reach Porte de Versailles. Allow 60-75 minutes in total.
Metro
Line 12 runs directly to Porte de Versailles station, with exits close to the main halls. Gare Montparnasse is a direct line 12 connection for visitors arriving by TGV.
Metro line 14
Automated line 14 links Orly to central Paris in around 25-35 minutes. Continue by metro line 12 or a connecting route to Porte de Versailles.
Tram
T2 and T3a stop at Porte de Versailles and are useful for hotels in the 15th arrondissement, Issy and the southern inner suburbs.
taxi
Journey typically 45-60 minutes outside peak hours. Pick-up at the official taxi rank in the terminal; avoid unlicensed drivers approaching travellers.
taxi
Usually 25-40 minutes outside peak hours. Orly is the most convenient airport for the venue.
shuttle bus
The shuttle takes about 75 minutes to Porte Maillot. Continue by metro line 1 and change onto line 12 toward Porte de Versailles. Allow over 2 hours in total.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Weather
Late November in Paris is cool and often damp. Daytime highs typically sit around 9-12 C, with nights around 4-7 C and frequent overcast, rainy spells. Rain usually arrives as light showers rather than long downpours, but pavements around Porte de Versailles and metro exits stay wet. Pack a waterproof coat, removable layers, an umbrella and comfortable waterproof shoes for walking between halls.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
France is in the EU roaming area, so EU SIM holders use their home allowance. Non-EU visitors can buy prepaid SIMs from French operators or an eSIM before departure. Venue Wi-Fi is normally available in the halls at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, but confirm the current network and login procedure with the organiser for exhibition days. France uses 230 V, 50 Hz with type E sockets, so bring an adapter for UK, US or Asian plugs.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Working language
French dominates the show floor, conference stages and business cards. Many exhibitors have English-speaking staff, but municipal buyers appreciate French-language brochures, specification sheets and follow-up emails.
Greetings and titles
French public-sector meetings are formal: a handshake on arrival, surnames and titles such as Monsieur le Maire or Madame la Directrice before moving to first names. Bring business cards and dress business casual to formal.
Lunch hours
Between roughly 12:30 and 14:00 many stands are lightly staffed and nearby restaurants near Porte de Versailles are busy. Schedule your most important stand visits for the morning or mid-afternoon.
Transport interruptions
Strikes and service disruptions on Paris public transport do occur. Check RATP and Ile-de-France Mobilites apps each morning and leave a buffer before fixed meetings.
Tipping and payments
Service is included in restaurant bills; rounding up or leaving small change is normal. Cards are widely accepted, but keep some euro cash for small cafes and kiosks.
Security and bags
Large exhibitions in Paris run bag checks and badge scanning at hall entrances. Carry photo ID matching your badge and allow extra time at peak entry periods.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: CDG
Fly into CDG for long-haul connections and into ORY if you want the shortest transfer to the 15th arrondissement; ORY is often the better choice for European short-haul. If you are travelling from another French city, a TGV to Gare Montparnasse is usually faster and simpler than flying, since line 12 runs directly from Montparnasse to Porte de Versailles. Book 4-8 weeks ahead for European routes and 6-10 weeks ahead for long-haul, and avoid arriving on the morning of the first show day when Paris airports and roads are busiest. Fares quoted elsewhere in this listing are approximate planning anchors, not live prices.
France Schengen rules apply. Many nationalities (including EU/EEA and short-stay visa-waiver countries such as the US and UK) can attend a trade fair without a visa for stays up to 90 days. Visa-national attendees need a Schengen short-stay business visa; apply through France-Visas before travel.
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Business visitors should carry an invitation or registration confirmation from the event, proof of accommodation, travel insurance, and return ticket. Check France-Visas for your nationality's exact requirements before booking.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Charles de Gaulle (CDG): 45-60 min by road outside peak hours; Paris Orly (ORY): 25-40 min by road outside peak hours; Paris Beauvais (BVA): 1 h 15 - 1 h 30 by road. Allow road or rail time to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Paris Expo Porte de Versailles: Porte de Versailles: Hotel Mercure Paris Porte de Versailles Expo; Porte de Versailles: Novotel Paris Porte de Versailles; Porte de Versailles: Arty Paris Porte de Versailles.
Ride-hail: Uber, Bolt, FreeNow and Marcel are the ride-hailing options commonly used in Paris. At Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, pick-ups and drop-offs happen at designated points around the perimeter rather than directly at hall doors, so follow the app's suggested meeting point. Demand and prices rise sharply during the mayors' congress week and at hall closing time, so pre-book or use metro line 12 for the return trip. Confirm the fare estimate in the app before confirming the ride.
Public transit: Metro line 12 stops at Porte de Versailles, a few minutes' walk from the main halls. Tram lines T2 and T3a also serve Porte de Versailles, useful for hotels in Issy, Vaugirard and the southern inner suburbs, and several RATP bus routes stop nearby. Single journeys within Paris cost approximately EUR 2.50, and airport rail journeys use a separate fare (approximately EUR 13 from CDG or Orly). A Navigo day, week or visitor pass makes sense for multi-day stays. Gare Montparnasse, the arrival point for many TGV services, is a direct line 12 ride to the venue. Check the RATP and Ile-de-France Mobilites journey planners for live routes and disruptions.
Parking: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles has on-site paid parking with several car parks around the perimeter of the site, plus public car parks in the surrounding 15th arrondissement. Expect roughly EUR 20-35 per day for event parking in the district, and pre-book where the operator allows it during congress week. Confirm current rates, height restrictions and hall access with the venue or car park operator before driving in, and note that Paris traffic and the peripherique are heavy during morning peaks.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026
Temperature: Approx. 4-12 C (nights 4-7 C, daytime highs 9-12 C)
Seasonality: Late autumn in Paris: frequent light rain and overcast days, short daylight hours and low sunshine. Expect wet pavements around Porte de Versailles and a chill after sunset, when halls close and visitors move between buildings.
Packing: Bring a waterproof coat with a hood or a compact umbrella, removable mid-layers for heated halls, comfortable waterproof walking shoes for long days on concrete floors, and business-casual attire for meetings with municipal buyers. A small bag for brochures, a portable charger and a refillable water bottle are practical for full show days.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Exhibition of Mayors and Local Authorities usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Register online and confirm your badge category (elected official, municipal staff, partner or other) on salondesmaires.com.
Book a hotel in Porte de Versailles, Vaugirard or Montparnasse now; November congress week fills rooms early and rates rise.
Book transport: compare CDG and ORY flights, or a TGV to Gare Montparnasse, which is a direct metro line 12 ride to the venue.
Write your shortlist of projects and budget lines, then match them to product categories such as lighting, waste, water, mobility or digital.
Download the exhibitor list from the official site and mark 15-25 stands to visit by hall.
Check the conference programme on salondesmaires.com/schedule and reserve time for the workshops relevant to your department.
Plan your metro and tram routes (line 12, T2, T3a) and decide whether a Navigo pass or single tickets suit your stay.
Prepare a one-page brief for supplier meetings listing specifications, volumes and tender timelines.
Pack removable layers, a waterproof jacket, an umbrella and comfortable waterproof shoes; halls are heated but the walk between them is outdoors.
Print or download your badge, hotel confirmation and a venue map showing your priority halls.
Arrive early on the first day for badge collection and security screening, then start with the halls furthest from the entrance.
After the show: log supplier contacts and technical documentation the same week, while the tender specifications are still fresh.
Registration and hall orientation at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
Exhibition of Mayors and Local Authorities registration concourse
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
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Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Exhibition of Mayors and Local Authorities fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
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