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Expovet Lebbeke is the premier veterinary trade fair in Flanders, scheduled for 24-25 October 2026 at Oktoberhallen, Lebbeke, Belgium.
Dates
24–25 Oct 2026
City / country
Lebbeke, Belgium
Venue
Oktoberhallen
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Event overview
Expovet 2026 is a dynamic two-day event dedicated to the veterinary profession, featuring a wide range of exhibitors and educational opportunities.
Attendees can expect to discover the latest trends, network with colleagues, and enhance their professional knowledge through accredited lectures and workshops.
Expovet Lebbeke takes place in Lebbeke, Belgium.
TL;DR
Attending Expovet offers veterinarians and veterinary professionals the chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders, network with peers, and explore innovative products and services. Attendees include veterinarians, veterinary assistants, and students, all looking to enhance their knowledge and network. Tickets are available for purchase.
Exhibiting at Expovet provides companies with direct access to a targeted audience of veterinary professionals, enhancing brand visibility and facilitating valuable connections. This event is the largest veterinary trade fair in Flanders, featuring numerous exhibitors and educational sessions. Attendees include veterinarians, veterinary assistants, and students, all looking to enhance their knowledge and network.
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
Oktoberhallen, Schrovestraat 22A, 9280 Lebbeke (Wieze), Belgium
Oktoberhallen in Lebbeke 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: Oktoberhallen in Lebbeke 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 Oktoberhallen for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
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Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
On 2026-10-24 to 2026-10-25, Expovet Lebbeke in Lebbeke covering Veterinary pharmaceuticals and medical supplies, Diagnostic equipment and imaging technology, Veterinary education and t gives food buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Digital buyer journeys
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Automation and labour efficiency
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Hybrid engagement models
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Plan your trip

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Main international gateway, with its own railway station under the terminal and SNCB/NMBS trains toward Brussels and Gent for connections to Dendermonde
TBA
to venue
Approx. 45-60 minutes by car to Wieze (estimate; confirm traffic)
by car
Antwerp International Airport (Deurne)
Small airport with limited scheduled traffic; a practical alternative only if a direct flight lands there, otherwise BRU is the simpler arrival point
TBA
to venue
Approx. 45-60 minutes by car (estimate; confirm route)
by car
Brussels South Charleroi Airport
Low-cost carrier base in Wallonia; add a road leg or a bus and rail connection via Brussels to reach Wieze
TBA
to venue
Approx. 1h20-1h40 by car (estimate; confirm route)
by car
Ostend-Bruges International Airport
Limited scheduled service on the coast; the transfer crosses most of East Flanders by road or rail
TBA
to venue
Approx. 1h10-1h30 by car (estimate; confirm route)
by car
Eindhoven Airport (Netherlands)
Alternative low-cost gateway for Dutch and international visitors; budget a longer road leg and possible border traffic
TBA
to venue
Approx. 1h40-2h by car across the Dutch-Belgian border (estimate; confirm route)
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
ibis Aalst Centrum
USD 95–125 / night
Hostellerie De Biek
USD 105–140 / night
B&B La Vie en Roses
USD 90–120 / night
B&B Hof Ter Koningen
USD 85–115 / night
Abalona
USD 125–165 / night
Keizershof Hotel
USD 135–180 / night
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Train (SNCB/NMBS national rail)
Airport trains leave from the station beneath the terminal and usually require one change in Brussels or Gent before Dendermonde, the closest larger station to Wieze. Buy before boarding and keep the ticket for the barrier.
Train (SNCB/NMBS regional)
A short regional hop on the Dendermonde-Brussels corridor. From Lebbeke station the venue is a further bus or taxi ride, so build in 15-25 minutes for the last leg.
Bus (De Lijn)
De Lijn covers the final kilometres to Wieze. Check the route planner for the stop closest to Schrovestraat and whether a short walk to the halls is needed; evening frequencies drop, so plan the return bus before the halls close.
Taxi / pre-booked transfer
The fastest door-to-door option for a rural venue. Agree the price or meter before departure, and book the return trip in advance on show evenings when taxis are scarce around Wieze.
Car and on-site parking
Surface parking surrounds the halls and fills quickly during fairs. Arrive before opening on 24 October, and keep water-resistant shoes for wet grass or gravel after overnight rain.
taxi
Approx. 45-60 minutes by car (estimate; confirm route); Small airport with limited scheduled traffic; a practical alternative only if a direct flight lands there, otherwise BRU is the simpler arrival point.
taxi
Approx. 1h20-1h40 by car (estimate; confirm route); Low-cost carrier base in Wallonia; add a road leg or a bus and rail connection via Brussels to reach Wieze.
taxi
Approx. 1h10-1h30 by car (estimate; confirm route); Limited scheduled service on the coast; the transfer crosses most of East Flanders by road or rail.
Weather
Open-Meteo daily outlook for Lebbeke (public forecast API, estimate; confirm before travel): 24 October 2026 rain with highs near 12 C and lows near 8 C; 25 October 2026 rain showers with highs near 14 C and lows near 8 C. Practically this means a cool, damp show weekend with wet ground around the Oktoberhallen parking areas, so allow extra time walking from car parks to the halls and keep documents and devices in a water-resistant bag. Late October in East Flanders is variable rather than severe; check the KMI or Open-Meteo forecast in the final 48 hours, as showers can shift timing.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Belgium has dense mobile coverage on the Proximus, Orange Belgium and Telenet/Base networks, and 4G/5G reception in Lebbeke, Wieze, Aalst and Dendermonde is generally good, though speeds drop inside large steel-framed halls. EU SIM cards roam in Belgium at domestic rates; visitors from outside the EU should check their operator's roaming add-on or buy a Belgian prepaid SIM on arrival. Public Wi-Fi at Oktoberhallen was not confirmed in the captures, so plan to tether from a phone for stand demos and card payments. Belgian sockets are type C/E at 230 V, so bring an adapter for UK, US or Australian plugs and a power bank for a full show day.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language
Lebbeke and Wieze are in Dutch-speaking East Flanders; Dutch is the local language, and organisers and exhibitors at Belgian veterinary and pharmacy events commonly switch to English, French or German with international visitors. Opening with a Dutch greeting before switching to English is appreciated by Flemish practice owners.
Currency and payments
Belgium uses the euro (EUR). Card and contactless payment are standard at hotels, restaurants and most stands, but keep some coins or small notes for De Lijn tickets bought at a sales point or for a taxi if the app is not working.
Tipping and service
Service is included by law in Belgian restaurant and bar bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10 percent is a courtesy for good service, not an obligation, and tips are rarely expected in cafes or taxis beyond rounding the fare.
Getting around the Dendermonde area
Oktoberhallen sits in Wieze, a village within Lebbeke close to Dendermonde. Build in a taxi or De Lijn connection if your hotel is in Aalst, Dendermonde or Brussels rather than within walking distance, and note that rural bus frequencies fall sharply in the evening.
Business hours and appointments
Belgian clinics and suppliers typically work 08:30-17:00 on weekdays, and many practices close for lunch. For supplier meetings around Expovet, book slots in advance rather than dropping in, and expect Dutch-language paperwork alongside English or French documents.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: BRU
Book Brussels Airport (BRU) first: it has the only terminal-integrated rail station in the region, with SNCB/NMBS trains toward Brussels and Gent and De Lijn and FlixBus coaches from the bus hub outside the terminal. The Google Flights captures for Belgian departures showed short-haul European fares from Brussels in the EUR 35-48 range (Milan, Rome) and long-haul one-stop itineraries from about EUR 558, plus Ostend, Antwerp and Kortrijk departures in the EUR 144-376 band. Those samples are illustrative, not Expovet quotes, and fares move daily, so re-check on Google Flights or the airline site about six to eight weeks out and again in the final fortnight. If a direct flight lands at Antwerp, Ostend-Bruges, Charleroi or Eindhoven, compare the total cost including the extra road or rail leg before choosing it over BRU.
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Brussels Airport (Zaventem) (BRU): Approx. 45-60 minutes by car to Wieze (estimate; confirm traffic); Antwerp International Airport (Deurne) (ANR): Approx. 45-60 minutes by car (estimate; confirm route); Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL): Approx. 1h20-1h40 by car (estimate; confirm route); Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST): Approx. 1h10-1h30 by car (estimate; confirm route). Allow road or rail time to Oktoberhallen; on-site parking is usually available at major exh
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Oktoberhallen: Aalst: ibis Aalst Centrum; near Oktoberhallen: Hostellerie De Biek; near Oktoberhallen: B&B La Vie en Roses.
Ride-hail: Uber and Bolt both operate in Belgium, but coverage is concentrated in Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent and Aalst; around Wieze and Lebbeke availability is thin, especially on a weekend evening when a two-day fair closes. Treat ride-hailing as a backup rather than a plan: pre-book a local taxi for the return trip from Oktoberhallen, save the operator's number offline, and agree the fare to Brussels Airport before departure (approx. EUR 70-95, estimate). Hotel receptions in Aalst and Dendermonde can usually call a trusted local firm on the day.
Public transit: Reaching Oktoberhallen by public transport is a two- or three-leg trip. Take SNCB/NMBS rail to Dendermonde or Lebbeke, then a De Lijn bus or taxi for the final few kilometres to Wieze. From Brussels Airport, the terminal train runs to Brussels-North, Brussels-Central and Brussels-Midi with connections toward Dendermonde; total journey time is roughly 1.5 to 2 hours including the final bus. De Lijn tickets are sold through the De Lijn app and at sales points, with contactless options on part of the network, so check the current rule for your specific route. Moovit and the De Lijn route planner both list combinations serving Oktoberhallen Wieze. Services thin out in the evening, so fix the return leg before the halls close rather than improvising at the stop.
Parking: Oktoberhallen has surface parking around the halls, used heavily during fairs; arriving before opening on 24 October avoids the worst queue and gives a shorter walk to the entrance. The venue did not publish a per-day rate in the captures reviewed, so budget approx. EUR 0-10 and confirm with Oktoberhallen or the organiser before travelling. Accessible bays are normally sited close to the entrance, so ask the organiser in advance if you need a reserved space. Exhibitors arriving with vans or trailers should arrange unloading slots and vehicle access with the venue rather than arriving unannounced.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: October 2026, with the show running 24-25 October
Temperature: Approx. 8 C to 14 C across 24-25 October 2026 (Open-Meteo daily forecast, estimate; confirm in the final 48 hours)
Seasonality: Both show days carry rain or rain showers in the Open-Meteo outlook for Lebbeke, and late October in East Flanders is typically cool, grey and changeable rather than dry, with wet ground around the Oktoberhallen car parks.
Packing: Pack a waterproof shell and water-resistant shoes for the walk between parking and the Oktoberhallen halls, plus a warm mid-layer for 8-10 C mornings and a spare pair of socks for a wet day. Bring a compact umbrella only if it will not obstruct aisles on the show floor, and keep a dry bag for catalogues, business cards and devices. A light scarf and gloves are useful if you plan an evening in Aalst or Dendermonde after the halls close.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Expovet Lebbeke usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
decide whether you attend on 24 or 25 October and check expovet.be for pre-registration or badge options; save any confirmation email or QR code.
build your rail plan - SNCB/NMBS from Brussels Airport or your city to Dendermonde or Lebbeke, then De Lijn bus or taxi for the final few kilometres to Wieze.
reserve accommodation in Aalst, Dendermonde or close to Oktoberhallen; small East Flemish properties fill first on a late-October weekend.
write a short list of suppliers to visit by category (pharmacy, diagnostics, imaging, nutrition, software) with two or three questions per supplier.
check with your practice whether attending counts toward your CE record and what certificate or sign-in process you need on the day.
download the De Lijn app and a Belgian rail app, and check whether contactless card ticketing covers your specific route.
confirm whether you will park at Oktoberhallen or arrive by bus or taxi from Dendermonde station for the last leg.
check the Open-Meteo or KMI forecast for Lebbeke and pack a waterproof shell, a warm mid-layer and water-resistant shoes for wet parking areas.
sort data - EU SIM cards roam free in Belgium, non-EU visitors should check their roaming plan or buy a local prepaid SIM on arrival.
save the venue address (Schrovestraat 22A, 9280 Wieze-Lebbeke) and the organiser contact for on-site questions.
charge devices, pack business cards and a notebook for supplier price comparisons, and plan to arrive at hall opening rather than mid-morning.
Show day: budget roughly 45-60 minutes by car from Brussels Airport, or about 1.5-2 hours by train plus bus, and keep the return connection in mind before the halls close.
Registration and hall orientation at Oktoberhallen
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
Expovet Lebbeke registration concourse
Oktoberhallen
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Oktoberhallen
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget

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Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Expovet Lebbeke fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Expovet Lebbeke, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Veterinary pharmaceuticals and medical supplies and Diagnostic equipment and ima solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Expovet Lebbeke in Lebbeke.
Min. budget
$473.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Veterinary pharmaceuticals and medical supplies and Diagnostic equipment and ima products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,128.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Lebbeke show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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FAQs & glossary
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Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
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