Name: Second Home Expo
Start: 2026-10-17
End: 2026-10-17
Location: Flanders Expo

Event overview

Overview

The Second Home Expo is Europe’s leading event for second homes, attracting thousands of highly interested visitors looking for their dream property.

It’s the ideal opportunity to showcase projects, generate qualified leads, and build lasting relationships with international buyers.

TL;DR

1Event Date: 17-18 October 2026
2Location: Flanders Expo, Bunnik, Netherlands
3Target Audience: Second home buyers and real estate professionals
4Exhibitor Opportunities: Showcase projects and generate leads
5Networking: Connect with international buyers

Why visit

Visitors will gain direct access to a wide range of second home options, meet industry professionals, and explore investment opportunities.

Why exhibit

Exhibitors will benefit from direct contact with serious buyers, enhance brand visibility, and generate high-quality leads in just one weekend. The Second Home Expo serves as a vital platform for real estate professionals to connect with potential buyers in the second home market, which is increasingly popular among international investors. The event's strong reputation and proven track record make it an essential venue for showcasing properties and networking.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Real estate investors looking for second homes

Property developers seeking to showcase their projects

Real estate agents specializing in international properties

Financial advisors offering investment advice

Legal professionals assisting with property transactions

Individuals interested in vacation homes

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Real estate agents

Property developers

Financial institutions

Legal advisors

Construction companies

Rental organizations

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Residential properties for investment

Vacation homes in popular destinations

Real estate services and consultancy

Property management solutions

Financing options for buyers

Legal services for property transactions

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Halls & areas

Hall 8

Flanders Expo

Maaltekouter 1, 9050 Ghent, Belgium

Entrances & gates

Main Entrance

Hall 8

Floor plans & maps

Floor plan (PDF)

Attend

Entry & tickets

Event days & opening times

DayOpening hours

10:00 AM –5:00 PM

Who runs the show

Organisers

Fairs Consult BV

Email Call Website

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

This edition

2026

Next edition

Not announced yet

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

The Second Home Expo is Europe’s leading event for second homes, attracting thousands of highly interested visitors looking for their dream property. It’s the ideal opportunity to showcase projects, generate qualified leads, and build lasting relationships with international buyers. The Second Home Expo serves as a vital platform for real estate professionals to connect with potential buyers in the second home market, which is increasingly popular among international investors.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors typically include Real estate investors looking for second homes, Property developers seeking to showcase their projects, Real estate agents specializing in international properties, Financial advisors offering investment advice. Event Date: 17-18 October 2026. Location: Flanders Expo, Bunnik, Netherlands. Target Audience: Second home buyers and real estate professionals. Exhibitor Opportunities: Showcase projects and generate leads. Second Home Expo attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Intelligence

Market context

Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

Bunnik, Netherlands

Why it matters

Attending Second Home Expo on 2026-10-17 to 2026-10-17 in Bunnik 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.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Digital buyer journeys

Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.

Sustainability in procurement

Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.

Automation and labour efficiency

Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.

Regional supply-chain resilience

Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.

Hybrid engagement models

Live demonstrations remain decisive, but follow-up webinars, digital catalogues, and year-round supplier portals extend the commercial window after the show.

Related trade fairs near Bunnik

Book hotels and meetings 8–12 weeks before opening day; peer shows in the same sector often fall in adjacent months.

Buyers covering general often plan Second Home Expo alongside regional peer shows to compare products, pricing, and service coverage across markets.

Pre-show

Confirm exhibitor meetings and product demos for Second Home Expo.

Show week

Hall walk-throughs, live demos, and supplier negotiations.

Peer events are widely known sector fairs; verify dates on each organiser website before booking.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · EUR

Arrival airports

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

DXB

DXB Airport

to venue

by car

DWC

DWC Airport

to venue

by car

SHJ

SHJ Airport

to venue

by car

Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

taxi

Estimated costAED 40–55 (metered taxi off-peak)

Best forDXB Airport (DXB) to Flanders Expo

Red Line metro serves DWTC and Expo City when applicable.

taxi

Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forDWC Airport (DWC) to Flanders Expo

taxi

Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forSHJ Airport (SHJ) to Flanders Expo

Weather

October in Bunnik typically sees 7–14°C. Cool and wetter. Waterproof outer layer. Check the forecast a week before travel and pack for walking between halls and outdoor transfers.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Netherlands.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

Registration

Confirm registration and venue access with the organiser before travelling to Bunnik.

Arrival

Arrive early on the first show day for orientation and security screening.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

Flights

Destination: DXB

Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Ghent; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

Transport

Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: DXB Airport (DXB); DWC Airport (DWC); SHJ Airport (SHJ). Allow road or rail time to Flanders Expo; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

Hotel → venue: Plan road/rail access to Flanders Expo; confirm travel guidance on the organiser site.

Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Ghent; confirm local availability before travel.

Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Flanders Expo.

Parking: On-site parking is available at Flanders Expo; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: October 2026

Temperature: 7–14°C

Seasonality: Cool and wetter.

Packing: October in Bunnik typically sees 7–14°C. Cool and wetter. Waterproof outer layer.

Decision

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

QUESTION 1 OF 6

What is your primary role?

Decision matrix

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 Residential properties for investment solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Second Home Expo in Bunnik.

Min. budget

$350.00

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 Residential properties for investment products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.

Min. budget

$2,200.00

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 Bunnik show week.

Timeline

N/A

Risks

No major risks listed.

Gallery

Photos

Official imagery from Second Home Expo

Official Second Home Expo event branding

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Sources

References

Publishers

Date checked

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