Foire Internationale de Rennes, 20-29 March 2027, Bruz, France. A major event featuring over 430 exhibitors across various sectors.
Dates
20–29 Mar 2027
City / country
Bruz, France
Venue
Parc-Expo de Rennes-Aeroport
Time
10h > 19h
Event overview
La Foire Internationale de Rennes est devenue la référence festive et économique du Grand Ouest en accueillant près de 90 000 visiteurs sur 9 jours.
Cette 100ème édition se déroulera du 20 au 29 mars 2027 au Parc-Expo de Rennes-Aeroport, rassemblant plus de 430 exposants dans divers secteurs tels que l'ameublement, l'habitat, l'immobilier, et la gastronomie.
TL;DR
Visitors can explore a wide array of products and services, enjoy free animations, and participate in various activities. Expected attendance: approximately 90,000 visitors.
Exhibitors gain visibility among a large audience, access to potential customers, and the chance to network with industry peers. Over 430 exhibitors from various sectors. The Foire Internationale de Rennes serves as a vital platform for businesses and consumers in the Grand Ouest region, promoting economic growth and community engagement. It showcases a diverse range of products and services, making it a key event for networking and commerce.
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
2, La Haie Gautrais CS 27211, 35172 Bruz, France
Attend
Event days & opening times
Online
12€ for 5 tickets
On-site
Free for children under 3 and PMR
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
This edition
2027
Visitors: 90,000
Exhibitors: 430
Next edition
Not announced yet
Impact
La Foire Internationale de Rennes est devenue la référence festive et économique du Grand Ouest en accueillant près de 90 000 visiteurs sur 9 jours. Cette 100ème édition se déroulera du 20 au 29 mars 2027 au Parc-Expo de Rennes-Aeroport, rassemblant plus de 430 exposants dans divers secteurs tels que l'ameublement, l'habitat, l'immobilier, et la gastronomie. The Foire Internationale de Rennes serves as a vital platform for businesses and consumers in the.
Audience quality
Visitors typically include Families looking for entertainment and shopping opportunities., Home improvement enthusiasts seeking the latest trends., Food and beverage lovers interested in local products., Agriculture professionals and enthusiasts.. 100th edition of Foire Internationale de Rennes. Dates: March 20-29, 2027. Location: Parc-Expo de Rennes-Aeroport. Expected attendance: approximately 90,000 visitors. Foire Internationale de Rennes attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor.
Exhibitor outcomes
Exhibitors gain visibility among a large audience, access to potential customers, and the chance to network with industry peers. Over 430 exhibitors from various sectors. The Foire Internationale de Rennes serves as a vital platform for businesses and consumers in the Grand Ouest region, promoting economic growth and community engagement. It showcases a diverse range of products and services, making it a key event for networking and commerce. Exhibitor categories include Furniture and home decor manufacturers.,.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
The Foire Internationale de Rennes is the flagship consumer and sourcing fair of the Brittany/Grand Ouest calendar, combining regional food and drink producers with home, interiors, leisure and services. For brands it is a concentrated test market: ten days of direct consumer sell-through, distributor scouting and retailer meetings inside a catchment anchored by Rennes and reachable from Nantes, Brest and Paris by TGV.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Terroir and short supply chains
Experience-led retail
Home renovation and energy performance
Outdoor and leisure spending
Digital ticketing and cashless stalls
Foire Internationale de Rennes sits in the French network of large general-public/regional fairs, where the same exhibitor categories (gastronomy, home, interiors, leisure, services) rotate through the spring and autumn calendar. For exhibitors and buyers, the circuit allows comparable audience testing across regions with one stand concept and shared logistics.
Late February – early March
Mid – late March
March – April
Late April – May
May
September – October
Peer circuit compiled from public trade-fair calendars and organiser websites; verify 2027 dates and hall allocations on each organiser site before planning.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Rennes Bretagne Airport (Rennes–Saint-Jacques)
Closest gateway — the Parc-Expo de Rennes-Aéroport site sits immediately alongside the airport. Domestic and short-haul European services (Paris CDG/Orly, Lyon, Marseille, Toulouse, London, Dublin and seasonal routes).
~3 km
to venue
5–10 min
by car
Largest airport in western France with broad international and long-haul connections; reachable via the N137/A11 dual carriageway.
~110 km
to venue
1 h 15 – 1 h 45
by car
Dinard–Pleurtuit–Saint-Malo Airport
Small regional airport with limited scheduled services; useful mainly for visitors combining the fair with the north Brittany coast.
~75 km
to venue
1 h – 1 h 15
by car
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Best option for long-haul arrivals: direct TGV services from CDG to Rennes, then TER/bus or taxi to Bruz.
~350 km
to venue
~3 h by TGV to Rennes plus 15–20 min transfer (≈3 h 45 – 4 h 15 by road)
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Rideshare (Uber / Bolt)
Widely used across the Rennes conurbation; availability can tighten at hall closing times during peak fair days.
TER regional train
Roughly 10–15 minutes; continue from Bruz station to the Parc-Expo by taxi, local bus or a short drive.
STAR city bus network
Rennes' STAR network serves Bruz; check current line numbers, timetables and any show-day shuttle services with the organiser.
Car and on-site parking
Direct dual-carriageway access from Rennes and Nantes; arrive before mid-morning on weekends for the closest bays.
TGV + transfer
High-frequency TGV services; book well ahead for the cheapest fares during the spring school-holiday period.
taxi
RER B + Metro often faster to Porte de Versailles or Villepinte.
taxi
taxi
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
EU/EEA and Swiss citizens can travel freely. Visa-exempt third-country nationals (including UK, US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand, Japanese, South Korean and Brazilian passport holders) may stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period without a visa and should monitor ETIAS requirements.
France accepts ATA Carnets for temporary admission of goods (exhibition stands, professional equipment and commercial samples). Apply through your national issuing chamber well before the show and carry the carnet with the goods on arrival.
Official visa pageWeather
March in Bruz and the Rennes area is cool and changeable: typical lows of 3–6 °C and daytime highs of 11–14 °C, with roughly 50–65 mm of rain spread over 10–13 days. Atlantic wind and drizzle are common — waterproof outerwear and layers are essential for moving between halls and car parks.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
EU roaming may apply for EU SIMs; local prepaid SIM and eSIM options are widely available — confirm venue Wi‑Fi with the organiser.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Greetings and language
A polite 'Bonjour' before any request is expected in shops, taxis and at exhibitor stands. French is the working language of the fair; English is widely understood in Rennes and at most stands, but a few French phrases go a long way.
Tipping
Service is included in French restaurant bills ('service compris'); rounding up or leaving 5–10% for good service is appreciated, not obligatory. Taxi fares are usually rounded up.
Mealtimes and dress
Lunch runs roughly 12:00–14:00 and many restaurants close between services, so plan meals around the fair schedule. Dress at the Parc-Expo is smart-casual with comfortable shoes for the large halls.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: RNS
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Bruz; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
France is in the Schengen area. Short stays (up to 90 days within any 180-day period) are visa-free for EU/EEA and Swiss citizens and for many third-country nationals (UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Brazil and others). Nationals of countries without a Schengen visa-exemption agreement need a short-stay Schengen Type C visa before travelling — apply at the French consulate/VFS centre for your jurisdiction, ideally 4–6 weeks ahead. Visa-exempt travellers should check ETIAS status before booking.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Apply to the French consulate or its authorised VFS/ TLScontact centre for your place of residence. Business travellers usually submit an invitation letter from the organiser or exhibiting company, plus proof of accommodation and travel insurance. Same documentation requirements as the standard short-stay visa.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Rennes Bretagne Airport (Rennes–Saint-Jacques) (RNS): 5–10 min; Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE): 1 h 15 – 1 h 45; Dinard–Pleurtuit–Saint-Malo Airport (DNR): 1 h – 1 h 15; Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): ~3 h by TGV to Rennes plus 15–20 min transfer (≈3 h 45 – 4 h 15 by road). Allow road or rail time to Parc-Expo de Rennes-Aeroport; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Parc-Expo de Rennes-Aeroport: Rennes south / Bruz–Chartres-de-Bretagne axis (route de Nantes): Ibis Budget Rennes Centre Gare, Campanile Rennes Sud, B&B Hôtel Rennes Sud / Chartres-de-Bretagne; Rennes city centre and eastern business parks (Cesson-Sévigné): Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud, Kyriad Rennes Centre Gare, Best Western Plus Hôtel Isidore (Cesson-Sévigné); Rennes historic centre and Parlement district: Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement, Novotel Spa Rennes Centre Gare, Le
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Bruz; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Parc-Expo de Rennes-Aeroport.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Parc-Expo de Rennes-Aeroport; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: March 2027
Temperature: 3–14 °C (typical March lows 3–6 °C, daytime highs 11–14 °C); light frost possible early in the month
Seasonality: Atlantic Brittany climate — March averages around 50–65 mm of rain over 10–13 wet days, with frequent light drizzle, wind and rapid weather changes. Pack a waterproof jacket, an umbrella and layers.
Packing: Atlantic Brittany climate — March averages around 50–65 mm of rain over 10–13 wet days, with frequent light drizzle, wind and rapid weather changes. Pack a waterproof jacket, an umbrella and layers.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Saturday 20 March 2027 (opening weekend)
Opening weekend gives the full ten-day programme with every hall, demonstration stage and producer tasting active, which is when the widest range of exhibitors is represented. Business visitors wanting longer, quieter conversations should instead choose mid-week (Tuesday 23 or Wednesday 24 March 2027), when aisles are less crowded and stand staff have more time.
Check passport validity and France/Schengen entry rules — Ensure passport valid well beyond the March 2027 show dates and confirm visa or visa-free rules for your nationality before booking.
Book flights to Rennes or Paris — Fly into Rennes (RNS) or Paris (CDG) and connect by TGV rail to Rennes; book early for the 20-29 March 2027 fair window.
Reserve accommodation near the venue — Book a hotel in Bruz close to Parc-Expo de Rennes-Aeroport or in central Rennes with easy access to the site.
Register and buy tickets online — Register and purchase tickets via rennesparcexpo.fr; online tickets are cheaper than on-site purchase.
Download the fair programme and floor plan — Review the programme for halls, animation schedules, and exhibitor lists to shortlist what to see.
Plan transport to the venue — Arrange taxi, bus, or shuttle from Rennes to Parc-Expo de Rennes-Aeroport in Bruz and note journey times.
Note opening hours and plan arrival — The fair opens 10h to 19h; plan which days to attend across the 20-29 March 2027 run.
Pre-schedule exhibitor and business meetings — Contact target exhibitors in advance to fix appointments during the fair.
Pack for March weather and long walking days — Bring comfortable shoes and layered, rain-ready clothing for a late-March show in Brittany.
Prepare payment and entry documents — Carry the ticket or booking confirmation; note free entry for children under 3 and PMR visitors.
Confirm accessibility and family arrangements — Check PMR access and the pet policy (pets not allowed in halls 1, 2 and 3) if travelling with family.
Day 1 arrival and badge collection — Arrive early on the first day for orientation and security screening, and collect your badge or ticket on site.
Rennes historic centre
Saint-Malo
Exhibitor and regional producer stands
Stand-to-stand conversations around gastronomy and producer aisles are the most productive informal networking at this fair.
On-site catering and brasserie area
The midday lull (roughly 12:45–14:00) is when exhibitors are free to talk business.
Rennes city-centre business cafés and hotel bars
A 20–25 minute transfer from the venue; useful for evening follow-ups over dinner or drinks with exhibitors based in Rennes.
Budget
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · Online
EUR 3 / per person
visitor_ticket
visitor · On-site
EUR 5 / per person
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Online | EUR 3 / per person | official | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | On-site | EUR 5 / per person | official |
Decision
Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You want to assess the Brittany market, meet regional producers and suppliers, or benchmark a future stand before committing floor space.
Best for
Distributors, retail buyers, food & interior sourcing professionals and consumers scouting Brittany/Grand Ouest suppliers, plus anyone testing brand visibility in western France.
Min. budget
$390.00
Timeline
2–4 weeks (book hotels early; the fair sits in the spring event season)
Risks
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
Stand availability and demo sessions are not guaranteed at short notice.
Early-spring Atlantic weather can disrupt road/rail transfers.
exhibit
You have Brittany/Grand Ouest distribution goals, retail-ready consumer products, or want direct-to-consumer sell-through during a high-footfall regional fair.
Best for
Food & drink brands, home/interiors and leisure companies, and regional distributors targeting direct consumer sales plus regional retail buyers.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
3–6 months (stand design, logistics, staffing and stock planning)
Risks
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm booth pricing with the organiser.
Ten-day public fair requires sustained staffing and stock replenishment.
Public-heavy audience can dilute pure B2B lead quality — plan separate buyer hours.
skip
Brittany is not a target market, budgets are committed to higher-yield sector shows, or the product portfolio does not suit a general-public regional fair.
Best for
Companies with no French or western-European sales channel, no consumer-facing product, or whose only realistic route to market is national/international trade shows elsewhere.
Timeline
n/a
Risks
No major risks listed.
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