Dates

    17–19 Nov 2026

    City / country

    Paris, France

    Venue

    Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 4

    Time

    10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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    Event overview

    Overview

    Seminaire Expo is the leading exhibition for seminars, congresses, and corporate events in Europe. Taking place at the Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles, this event brings together industry professionals seeking innovative MICE solutions.

    With over 20,000 participants and nearly 60 exhibitors, it serves as a vital platform for networking and discovering the latest trends in the MICE sector. Seminaire Expo takes place in Paris, France.

    Venue: Parc des Expositions de la Porte de.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Dates and Venue: Seminaire Expo takes place from November 17 to 19, 2026, at Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles, Pavilion 4, Paris.
    2. 2Scale and Focus: This leading European exhibition gathers over 20,000 participants and nearly 60 exhibitors in the MICE sector.
    3. 3Organiser: The event is organized by Weyou Group, known for its premium exhibitions.
    4. 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include decision-makers from corporate events, seminars, and congresses.
    5. 5Entry: Registration is required for professionals only; visit the official website for details.

    Why visit

    Attendees will gain insights into innovative MICE solutions and network with key industry players. The event provides a unique opportunity to explore new venues and services for corporate events. Discover the latest trends and enhance your event planning strategies by engaging with leading exhibitors.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibiting at Seminaire Expo allows companies to showcase their innovative solutions to a targeted audience of decision-makers. This event offers unparalleled visibility and the chance to establish valuable connections in the MICE sector. Participating alongside Heavent Paris and Affaire de Cadeaux enhances exposure and creates synergies among industry leaders.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Corporate event planners seeking innovative venues and services
    Marketing and communication professionals looking for event solutions
    Decision-makers from hotels and event agencies
    Suppliers of MICE services and technologies
    Business tourism specialists and destination representatives
    Team building companies and event coordinators

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Event venues and convention centers
    Hotels and hospitality providers
    Event planning agencies and service providers
    Technology solutions for event management
    Catering and hospitality services
    Destination marketing organizations

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Event venues and locations for seminars and congresses
    Innovative MICE solutions and technologies
    Event management services and tools
    Catering and hospitality services for corporate events
    Team building and engagement activities
    Destination services and tourism solutions

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

    Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 4

    2 Place de la Porte de Versailles, 75015 Paris

    Facilities

    Parking

    Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 4 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 dining

    Parking: Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 4 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 Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 4 for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    Tuesday 17 November 2026:10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    Wednesday 18 November 2026:10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    Thursday 19 November 2026:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Register

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    Weyou Group

    Intelligence

    Market context

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

    Paris, France

    Why it matters

    Attending Seminaire Expo on 2026-11-17 to 2026-11-19 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.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Digital buyer journeys

    What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    02

    Sustainability in procurement

    What sustainability in procurement means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    03

    Automation and labour efficiency

    What automation and labour efficiency means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    04

    Regional supply-chain resilience

    What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    05

    Hybrid engagement models

    What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Arrival airports

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

    CDG

    Charles de Gaulle

    Paris's main long-haul gateway and the airport used across the captured flight searches. RER B runs into central Paris, then metro connections (for example metro 4 to Montparnasse-Bienvenue, change to metro 12) reach Porte de Versailles. Airport rail tickets are priced separately from ordinary metro tickets. Approximate; confirm live times and fares

    Roughly 30-40 km from the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles site (approximate)

    to venue

    Approx. 45-60 min by road outside peak hours

    by car

    ORY

    Paris Orly

    The closer of the two main Paris airports to the 15th arrondissement. Connect by Orlyval or airport bus to the RER, or by tram and metro, with at least one change to reach Porte de Versailles. Paris taxi flat fares apply from the airport. Approximate; confirm live times and fares

    Roughly 13-18 km from the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles site (approximate)

    to venue

    Approx. 25-40 min by road outside peak hours

    by car

    BVA

    Paris Beauvais

    Secondary airport used mainly by low-cost carriers. The usual link into Paris is the official coach shuttle towards west Paris, from where metro or taxi completes the journey. Budget substantially more transfer time than for CDG or Orly. Approximate; confirm live schedules

    Roughly 75-90 km from central Paris (approximate)

    to venue

    Approx. 75-95 min by road to the venue district

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Courtyard by Marriott Paris Porte de Versailles

    4-star
    Porte de Versailles410 m to venue

    4.4(902 reviews)

    Breakfast ($), Free Wi-Fi, Parking ($), Air conditioning, Fitness center, Bar, Restaurant, Full-service laundry

    Novotel Paris Porte de Versailles

    4-star
    Porte de Versailles480 m to venue

    4.6

    Breakfast ($), Free Wi-Fi, Parking ($), Air conditioning, Pet-friendly, Fitness center, Bar, Restaurant

    Porte de Versailles Hôtel

    3-star
    Porte de Versailles410 m to venue

    4.1

    Breakfast ($), Free Wi-Fi, Air conditioning, Pet-friendly, Parking, Bar, Room service, Accessible

    Motel One Paris Porte de Versailles

    3-star
    Porte de Versailles

    Breakfast ($), Free Wi-Fi, Parking ($), Air conditioning

    Touring Hotel

    3-star
    Paris

    4.2(665 reviews)

    Excellent location per Google Hotels listing

    Free Wi-Fi, Restaurant, Airport shuttle, Kid-friendly

    Generator Paris

    hostel
    Paris

    4.1

    Breakfast ($), Free Wi-Fi, Parking ($), Air conditioning, Pet-friendly, Bar, Restaurant, Accessible, Business center

    The People Belleville

    hostel
    Belleville, Paris

    4.3

    Breakfast ($), Free Wi-Fi, Air conditioning, Parking, Bar, Restaurant, Accessible, Kid-friendly

    City Résidence Paris Saint-Maurice

    3-star tourist residence
    Saint-Maurice, Paris

    3.5

    Breakfast ($), Free Wi-Fi, Parking ($), Air conditioning, Pet-friendly, Kitchen in rooms, Accessible, Kid-friendly

    Hôtel de la Comète

    2-star
    Paris

    3.9

    Breakfast ($), Free Wi-Fi, Parking, Kid-friendly

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    train

    Estimated costEUR 10-22 airport or regional rail single journey
    Best forCharles de Gaulle (CDG) to central Paris (RER B)

    RER B carries passengers from CDG into central Paris, where a change onto the metro is needed for Porte de Versailles. From Gare du Nord the practical route is metro 4 to Montparnasse-Bienvenue and metro 12 to Porte de Versailles. Allow 60-75 minutes door to door and check for engineering works on the RER B line.

    train

    Estimated costEUR 10-22 airport or regional rail single journey
    Best forParis Orly (ORY) to Porte de Versailles

    Orly is the closer of the two main airports to the 15th arrondissement. Options include Orlyval to Antony then RER B, or the T7 tram towards Villejuif, in both cases followed by a metro change to reach Porte de Versailles. Allow 40-60 minutes.

    bus

    Estimated costEUR 35-85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forParis Beauvais (BVA) to Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 4

    Beauvais sits well outside the city. The official coach shuttle runs to west Paris, from where metro or taxi finishes the trip to the venue district. Allow 1 h 30 to 2 h total between the airport and the fairground.

    taxi

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 55-70 for the fixed Left Bank airport fare; confirm current official rates
    Best forCharles de Gaulle (CDG) to Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 4

    Paris taxis use fixed airport fares that differ for the Left and Right Bank; the Porte de Versailles district sits on the Left Bank and is quoted at the higher fixed rate. Ride-hailing apps may price differently and can surge during trade weeks.

    taxi

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 35-45 for the fixed Left Bank airport fare; confirm current official rates
    Best forParis Orly (ORY) to Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 4

    Orly is materially closer to the venue than CDG, so the taxi is shorter and cheaper. Use the official taxi rank rather than unlicensed drivers who approach arrivals halls.

    metro

    Estimated costEUR 2-5 single metro journey (contactless)
    Best forCentral Paris to Porte de Versailles (metro 12 / tram T2, T3a)

    Metro line 12 terminates at Porte de Versailles and tram lines T2 and T3a also stop at the fairground, so most inner-Paris hotels need only one or two changes. A reloadable Navigo Easy card avoids buying a paper ticket each day.

    tram

    Estimated costEUR 35-85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forWestern and southern Paris tram corridors to Porte de Versailles

    Trams T2 and T3a serve the Porte de Versailles stop and are useful if your hotel sits along the western or southern Paris tram corridors rather than on metro line 12.

    Weather

    November in Paris is late autumn: cool, often grey and damp, with short daylight hours. Daytime temperatures typically sit in a broad 5-12 C band and overnight lows drop to around 5-7 C, with roughly ten rain days across a typical November. The AccuWeather Paris page consulted during capture did not return usable monthly data, so check a live forecast close to departure. Pack a warm waterproof layer and a compact umbrella for the walk between hotels and the Porte des Expositions halls, and note that mid-November sunset falls before 17:30. Bands are climatological approximations, not a forecast.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Travellers on EU or EEA SIMs benefit from roam-like-at-home rules, so their existing data plan works in France at domestic rates. Visitors from outside the EU can buy prepaid SIMs or eSIMs from French operators such as Orange, SFR, Bouygues Telecom and Free, sold at both airports, in city shops and online; photo ID is normally required for SIM registration. Venue Wi-Fi availability, capacity and any exhibitor password policy at Porte de Versailles vary by event and hall, so confirm with the organiser before relying on it for stand demos, payment terminals or live streaming, and treat a local data plan or pocket hotspot as a backup.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

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

    Getting to the fairground

    Porte de Versailles is served by Paris metro line 12 (Porte de Versailles station) and tram lines T2 and T3a; allow extra time on weekday mornings when commuter traffic peaks, and keep a metro ticket or loaded Navigo Easy card ready for the return trip.

    Language and dining

    French is the working language at the venue; most exhibitor and hotel staff in the Porte de Versailles area speak English. Paris restaurants typically serve lunch from 12:00-14:30 and dinner from 19:30, so plan show-day meals around those windows or eat at the venue.

    Payments and tipping

    Prices are quoted in euros (EUR). Card payment is accepted almost everywhere including taxis, metro ticket machines and hotel bars; a small tip of 5-10% is customary in restaurants when service is not already included.

    November daylight

    Sunset in mid-November Paris falls before 17:30, so plan any outdoor meetings or city visits for the morning and early afternoon, and expect the walk back from the halls to be in darkness.

    Business etiquette on the stand

    At French trade events, greet stand staff with a handshake and your company name before launching into questions, and exchange business cards early. Appointments matter: walking up without a slot works on quiet stands but not with major suppliers during peak hours.

    Practical numbers and safety

    The European emergency number is 112; in France 15 reaches medical help, 17 the police and 18 the fire service. Keep bags closed in crowded metro carriages and on busy hall aisles, and keep a photo of your passport and badge in case either is lost.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

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

    Flights

    Destination: CDG

    Google Flights captures for this edition used Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) as the destination across every origin searched, including London, Dubai, New York, Tokyo, Singapore and Sydney. Price insights on the New York route suggested booking roughly 2-5 months ahead, and the Singapore search flagged the cheapest booking window as open until 31 October. No fare amounts were captured, so compare live prices before committing. For UK-based travellers, the same capture lists a direct St Pancras to Gare du Nord train at about EUR 75 one way in roughly 2 h 20 min, which lands in central Paris and avoids airport transfers entirely, though it does not remove the final metro or taxi leg to Porte de Versailles. Book flexible or refundable fares where possible until the organiser confirms final dates and opening hours.

    Transport

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

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Charles de Gaulle (CDG): Approx. 45-60 min by road outside peak hours; Paris Orly (ORY): Approx. 25-40 min by road outside peak hours; Paris Beauvais (BVA): Approx. 75-95 min by road to the venue district. Allow road or rail time to Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 4; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 4: Porte de Versailles: Courtyard by Marriott Paris Porte de Versailles; Porte de Versailles: Novotel Paris Porte de Versailles; Porte de Versailles: Porte de Versailles Hôtel.

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps operate in Paris, with Uber and Bolt the most commonly used, alongside the traditional G7 taxi network and taxi ranks at the airports and major stations. Drivers pick up at designated points, not always directly at the hall entrance, so allow a short walk from the Pavillon 4 exit. Demand and surge pricing rise at the end of the show day and during trade weeks, so booking ahead or using the metro for the return trip is often quicker. Confirm local availability and app coverage before you travel, and verify that the fare shown matches the app before departure.

    Public transit: Porte de Versailles has its own metro and tram stop. Metro line 12 is the terminus at Porte de Versailles and is the most direct rail route from central Paris; tram lines T2 and T3a also serve the fairground. Fares across Ile-de-France are zone-based, and a single journey inside the region costs roughly EUR 2.50, with a reloadable Navigo Easy card the easiest way to pay for multiple rides. Airport rail links such as RER B from CDG are priced separately and much higher than an ordinary metro ticket. Confirm live fares, ticket types and any line closures on the Ile-de-France Mobilites site before travelling.

    Parking: The Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles site includes paid on-site parking as part of the venue complex, which is the simplest option if you drive to the halls. Paris trade weeks fill the surrounding streets quickly, so arrive early, follow venue signage rather than the first barrier you see, and confirm daily rates, pre-booking options, vehicle-height limits and which gate serves Pavillon 4 with the organiser or venue before setting out.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: November 2026

    Temperature: Approx. 5-12 C (41-54 F) daytime, with overnight lows around 5-7 C; short daylight hours and a real chance of cold, damp spells. Climatological approximation, not a forecast - check a live forecast before departure.

    Seasonality: November is one of the damper months in Paris, with roughly ten rain days across a typical month and predominantly overcast skies. Rain usually arrives in light, persistent bands rather than short storms, so plan indoor alternatives and allow extra travel time on wet mornings when metro and road traffic are heavier.

    Packing: Pack layers for cool autumn days, a waterproof jacket or compact umbrella, and comfortable walking shoes for the Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles site, where you will cover long distances on hard floors. Add a warmer mid-layer and a smart-casual outfit for evening meetings or dinners, since temperatures drop noticeably after the show closes and mid-November sunset falls before 17:30. A power bank is worth packing for long days out of the hotel.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)

    Mid-show days at Seminaire Expo usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.

    T-1

    T-14: Log in to the organiser site and lock in the exact dates, daily opening hours and hall (Pavillon 4) for this edition before booking non-refundable flights or rail tickets.

    T-2

    T-13: Check whether the edition at Porte de Versailles is trade-only and prepare the proof of business your badge may require, such as a company card, payslip or registration confirmation.

    T-3

    T-12: Complete online visitor registration, save the badge QR code to your phone and note where badges are collected at the Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles.

    T-4

    T-11: Book flights into Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly (ORY). From London, also compare Eurostar from St Pancras to Gare du Nord, which the fare capture listed at roughly EUR 75 one way and about 2 h 20 min.

    T-5

    T-10: Reserve a hotel in the Porte de Versailles / 15th arrondissement if you want a walkable commute; several properties sit within 400-500 m of the halls.

    T-6

    T-9: Check Schengen entry rules for your nationality. If you need a visa, start the France-Visas application now and request any invitation letter the organiser can provide.

    T-7

    T-8: Map your daily route: metro line 12 terminates at Porte de Versailles, and tram lines T2 and T3a also stop at the fairground.

    T-8

    T-7: Decide on a travel card. A reloadable Navigo Easy card avoids buying paper tickets each day, and fares across Ile-de-France are zone-based.

    T-9

    T-6: Build a target exhibitor list from the online directory and send meeting requests in advance, especially to companies whose product scope matches your buying brief.

    T-10

    T-5: Check the November forecast and pack layers, a waterproof layer and shoes you can walk in for a full day on hard exhibition floors.

    T-11

    T-4: Download offline maps and any organiser app, and save your hotel and venue addresses in French so taxi drivers can read them.

    T-12

    T-3: Confirm payment arrangements. Cards are accepted almost everywhere in Paris, including transport ticket machines and taxis, but a small amount of cash is useful for small purchases.

    T-13

    T-2: Charge power banks and pack a travel adapter; France uses type C and E plugs at 230 V.

    T-14

    T-1: Re-check your flight, badge QR code and meeting schedule, and note that mid-November sunset in Paris falls before 17:30.

    Day 0

    Arrive with time to collect your badge, pick up a floor plan at the Pavillon 4 entrance and do one quick orientation walk of the halls before your first meeting.

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    Day 1 · morning

    Registration and hall orientation at Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 4

    Day 2 · core sessions

    Supplier meetings and product demos

    Day 3 · wrap-up

    Final negotiations and follow-up

    Networking spots

    2

    Seminaire Expo registration concourse

    Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 4

    Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.

    Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)

    Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 4

    Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Build your working budget

    Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.

    Estimated budget
    Live estimate
    • Hotel × 2 nights€190.00
    • Per diem × 2€150.00
    Estimated total€340.00

    This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Use this quick check to decide whether Seminaire Expo fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.

    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 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.

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    When and where is this edition being held?
    The current listing points to a November 2026 edition at the Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles, Pavillon 4, in Paris, France. Dates, daily opening hours and last-entry times should always be re-checked on the organiser site before you book non-refundable travel.
    Which Paris airport should I fly into for the venue?
    Both Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Paris Orly (ORY) are viable. Orly is the closer of the two to the 15th arrondissement and the Porte de Versailles fairground, while CDG handles most long-haul traffic. Paris Beauvais (BVA) is a secondary airport well outside the city and needs a coach or taxi leg into Paris first.
    How do I get from Charles de Gaulle to Porte de Versailles by public transport?
    Take RER B from the airport into central Paris, then change onto the metro. One straightforward route is metro 4 from Gare du Nord to Montparnasse-Bienvenue and then metro 12 to Porte de Versailles, which terminates at the fairground. Allow 60-75 minutes door to door and confirm live fares and any engineering works before travelling.
    Does Porte de Versailles have its own metro and tram stop?
    Yes. Metro line 12 terminates at Porte de Versailles, and tram lines T2 and T3a also stop at the fairground. If your hotel is on the line 12 corridor, you can reach the halls without changing transport.
    Is parking available at the venue?
    The Porte de Versailles site has on-site paid parking operated as part of the venue complex. Rates, entry gates and pre-booking options should be confirmed with the organiser or venue before you drive, especially during a trade week when the surrounding streets are busy.
    Where should I stay near the show?
    The closest cluster of hotels sits in the Porte de Versailles / 15th arrondissement, within roughly 400-500 m of the halls, including Courtyard by Marriott Paris Porte de Versailles, Novotel Paris Porte de Versailles and Porte de Versailles Hotel. Cheaper options such as hostels and tourist residences are further out and rely on metro or tram connections. Book early because Paris trade weeks tighten availability in this district first.
    Do I need a visa to attend in Paris?
    France is in the Schengen area. Many nationalities, including UK, US, Canadian, Japanese, Singaporean and Australian passport holders, can enter visa-free for short business visits of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Other nationalities need a Schengen short-stay visa applied for through the official France-Visas portal and a French consulate. Rules change, so verify your own case before booking.
    Can the organiser send an invitation letter for my visa application?
    Trade fairs in France commonly issue invitation or confirmation letters to registered exhibitors and visitors who need supporting documents for a Schengen visa application. Register first, then check the organiser site or your registration confirmation for the correct request channel and allow several weeks for processing.
    What is the weather like in Paris in November?
    November is late autumn: expect cool, often grey days with a real chance of rain and short daylight hours. Typical daytime temperatures sit in a broad 5-12 C band, and sunset in mid-November falls before 17:30, so evening activities need planning. Check a live forecast close to departure.
    What should I pack for a November show at Porte de Versailles?
    Layers, a waterproof jacket or compact umbrella, and comfortable shoes for walking between pavilions and across the site. Bring a smart-casual layer for business meetings and dinners, and note that halls and evening streets can feel cold after the show closes.
    Is the show open to the general public?
    Many editions at Paris trade venues are professional-only and require pre-registration with proof of employment in the sector. Check the registration page on the organiser site to see whether badges are trade-restricted, what documents are required, and whether any public day is included.
    How much does local transport cost in Paris?
    Approximate single-journey fares inside Ile-de-France are around EUR 2.50 for a metro or bus ride, with airport rail connections such as RER B costing noticeably more, roughly EUR 12-14. Paris airport taxis also use fixed fares that differ for the Left and Right Bank. Treat these as indicative bands and confirm live fares on the operator or airport site.
    Is Wi-Fi available at the venue?
    Venue Wi-Fi policies at Paris exhibition centres vary by event and by hall, and exhibitor access is often handled separately from public visitor access. Confirm the position with the organiser before you plan to run stand demos, live streaming or payment terminals over venue Wi-Fi, and treat a local data plan or hotspot as your backup.

    Glossary

    1
    Salon
    The French word for a trade fair or exhibition; French listings often use 'Salon' where English listings say 'show' or 'expo'.
    2
    Pavillon
    A hall or standalone building inside the Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles site; this edition is listed in Pavillon 4, so check the on-site plan for the exact entrance.
    3
    Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles
    The exhibition complex in Paris's 15th arrondissement where this edition is listed, operated by Viparis and served by metro and tram stops of the same name.
    4
    Porte de Versailles
    Both the fairground district on the Left Bank and the name of the metro line 12 terminus and tram stop that sit directly at the venue.
    5
    Viparis
    The company that operates major Paris convention and exhibition venues, including the Porte de Versailles site; venue services, parking and access rules are published through it.
    6
    Badge / accreditation
    The printed or digital pass that gives access to the halls; most trade editions require online pre-registration and some ask for proof that you work in the sector.
    7
    Stand
    An exhibitor's booth or space on the show floor; stand numbers are listed in the exhibitor directory and on the hall plan.
    8
    RER
    The regional express rail network linking Paris with the airports and suburbs; RER B serves Charles de Gaulle and Orly via connecting services.
    9
    Metro line 12
    The Paris metro line whose southern terminus is Porte de Versailles, the most direct rail option from central Paris to this venue.
    10
    Tram T2 and T3a
    Two tram lines that also stop at Porte de Versailles, useful if your hotel sits along the western or southern Paris tram corridors.
    11
    Ile-de-France
    The administrative region containing Paris; metro, RER, tram and bus fares are zone-based across this region, not just the city centre.
    12
    Navigo Easy
    A reloadable contactless travel card sold in Ile-de-France that can be topped up with single tickets or day passes instead of buying paper tickets each time.
    13
    Single-journey ticket
    The standard ticket for one metro, RER, tram or bus journey inside Ile-de-France; buy it from station machines or load it on a Navigo Easy card.
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    Left Bank (Rive Gauche)
    The area south of the Seine, which includes the 15th arrondissement and the venue; Paris taxi flat fares from the airports are quoted separately for the Left and Right Bank.
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    Trade-only edition
    A show restricted to professional visitors rather than the general public; check the organiser's registration page to see which documents you must upload for a badge.
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    Invitation letter
    A document some organisers issue to registered exhibitors and visitors so they can support a Schengen visa application; request it from the organiser, not from the venue.

    Also known as

    Alternate names and search phrases for this event.

    • Seminaire Expo
    • Seminaire Expo 2026
    • Seminaire Expo Paris
    • Paris tech expo 2026
    • Event venues and locations for seminars and congresses
    • Event venues and locations for seminars and congresses Paris
    • Innovative MICE solutions and technologies
    • Innovative MICE solutions and technologies Paris
    • Event management services and tools
    • Event management services and tools Paris

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