Welfair 2026 is Italy's premier healthcare trade show, taking place from 14-16 October 2026 at Fiera di Roma, Rome. It brings together key stakeholders in the healthcare sector to discuss innovations and advancements.
Dates
14–16 Oct 2026
City / country
Rome, Italy
Venue
Fiera di Roma
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Event overview
Welfair is a significant trade show dedicated to the healthcare sector, taking place at Fiera di Roma from 14-16 October 2026. This event serves as a hub for networking, showcasing cutting-edge medical technologies, and discussing the future of healthcare.
It attracts a diverse audience, including healthcare professionals, medical technology companies, and institutional representatives, all focused on enhancing the healthcare landscape in Italy and beyond. Welfair takes place in Rome, Italy.
TL;DR
Attendees will gain insights into the latest healthcare innovations and technologies. Dates and Venue: Welfair 2026 takes place from 14-16 October 2026 at Fiera di Roma, Rome, Italy. Scale and Focus: This event is a major platform for the healthcare sector, showcasing innovations and networking opportunities. Buyer Authority: Attendees include healthcare professionals, medical technology companies, and policy makers. Entry: Free registration available online for trade.
Exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their products and services to a targeted audience of healthcare professionals. The event offers visibility and access to key decision-makers in the healthcare industry. Participating in Welfair can lead to valuable partnerships and business opportunities.
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
Via Portuense, 1645/1647, 00148 Rome, Italy
Fiera di Roma in Rome 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: Fiera di Roma in Rome 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 Fiera di Roma for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
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Who runs the show
LTM & Partners
Idea Group International
Fiera Roma Srl
Experience S.R.L.
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2025
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
New this edition
Impact
Welfair 2025 took place in Rome as the healthcare fair dedicated to 'fare Sanità', bringing Italian healthcare stakeholders together. The four-day event combined free health screenings with a focus on artificial intelligence and telemedicine. Italian trade and general press reported the 2025 edition's numbers and described it as a success for the sector.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attending Welfair on 2026-10-14 to 2026-10-16 in Rome 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.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
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Regional supply-chain resilience
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Hybrid engagement models
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Latest updates from across the market.
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ReadPlan your trip
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
B&B HOTEL Roma Fiumicino Aeroporto Fiera 1
3-star, breakfast and parking for a fee, free Wi-Fi, airport shuttle.
ibis Roma Fiera
3-star with free Wi-Fi and free parking, fitness center, bar and restaurant.
Best Western Hotel I Triangoli
4-star with free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, bar and restaurant.
B&B HOTEL Roma Fiumicino Aeroporto Fiera 2
B&B chain property listed among hotels near the fairground.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Regional train
The fairground has its own station on the regional rail line; Trainline lists fares from about GBP 7.10 for the airport leg.
Taxi
Short metered hops between the fairground and the Fiumicino-side hotel cluster.
Car / parking
Parkopedia lists Fiera di Roma parking areas; access from the Via Portuense side.
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Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Weather
Rome in mid-October typically runs mild and can be showery: daytime highs near 21 C with around 11 rain days reported for the month, so a light rain layer is useful for the walk between Fiera di Roma halls.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Italian business travel guides cover local SIM and mobile data options for visitors; check roaming terms with your home operator or arrange an Italian data plan on arrival in Rome.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language on the stand
Italian is the working language of most public-sector and RSA buyers at the fair. Exhibitors with Italian-language brochures and at least one Italian-speaking staff member on the stand convert conversations noticeably faster than English-only stands.
Meeting rhythm and business etiquette
Italian business meetings open with a short personal exchange before the technical agenda; a handshake, a business card and a minute of small talk are normal and not wasted time. Decisions on public-sector purchases are slower and tender-driven, while private RSA groups and care cooperatives can move within weeks.
Meal times and coffee
Lunch runs roughly 13:00-14:30 and many Italians take coffee standing at the bar rather than at a table. A stand meeting booked at 12:30 or 13:00 may clash with lunch; 11:00 and 15:00 slots tend to run more punctually.
Local transport and strikes
Rome's regional rail and city transport are subject to occasional strikes announced in advance. Build a taxi fallback into your arrival and departure days, and check the operator's service notice the evening before travelling to the fairground.
Dress and October weather
Business dress at Italian healthcare fairs is smart but not formal - jacket without tie is common. Mid-October Rome brings daytime highs near 21 C and around 11 rain days, so a light waterproof layer for the walk between the station and the halls is more useful than an umbrella in a crowded entrance.
Two useful local habits
Validate rail and bus tickets before boarding and keep the receipt; and carry a little cash for taxi meters and bar coffee, as not every small operator takes card. Neither is a formality you can skip on a first visit to Rome.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Rome; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Italy applies Schengen entry rules; check whether your nationality is visa-exempt for short business travel or needs a Schengen short-stay visa before the show.
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Apply through the Italian consulate or VFS Global centre covering your place of residence; confirm appointment lead times early as autumn is a busy travel period.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Rome; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Fiera di Roma: Fiumicino / Fiera di Roma area: B&B HOTEL Roma Fiumicino Aeroporto Fiera 1; Fiera di Roma area: ibis Roma Fiera; Fiera di Roma area: Best Western Hotel I Triangoli.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Rome; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Use the regional rail line to Fiera di Roma station, which links the fairground with Rome and the airport corridor; bus routes also serve the Ingrespo Nord entrance per Moovit listings.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Fiera di Roma; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: October 2026
Temperature: Approx. 11-21 C (October average range in Rome)
Seasonality: October is a transitional month in Rome; one weather source reports around 11 rain days, so short showers are possible during the show days.
Packing: Pack layered clothing for mild days and cooler evenings, a compact umbrella or rain jacket, and comfortable shoes for walking between Fiera di Roma pavilions.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Welfair usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 14-12: Open romawelfair.it and read the schedule page - note which padiglione hosts the sessions and panels you want, and register free of charge as a trade visitor so your badge is waiting on arrival.
Day 12-10: Book flights into Rome Fiumicino (FCO) in preference to Ciampino (CIA); FCO sits on the same western side of Rome as Fiera di Roma and links to the fairground rail station on the regional line.
Day 10-8: Reserve a hotel in the Fiumicino / Fiera di Roma cluster (B&B HOTEL Roma Fiumicino Aeroporto Fiera 1 or 2, ibis Roma Fiera, Best Western Hotel I Triangoli). Fair-week rates move fast, so confirm the cancellation policy at the time of booking.
Show day 1: Arrive at opening, attend the One Health panel or your priority session first, then work the halls while stands are quietest.
Show day 1-2: Keep a one-line note per stand - contact, product, follow-up owner - and send follow-up mail within 48 hours of the last day, while the conversation is still fresh.
Check Schengen entry requirements on the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal and assemble your documents - passport validity, invitation letter from the organiser if you request one, and proof of accommodation.
Map the regional rail connection from Rome or FCO to Fiera di Roma station and check ticket validation rules; validate before boarding otherwise you risk an on-board penalty.
Build a target exhibitor list by product family - beds and anti-decubitus mattresses, mobility and lift aids, bathroom safety, telemedicine and remote monitoring, RSA and home-care management software - and note stand numbers by padiglione.
Email two or three exhibitors to fix a stand meeting slot; Italian sales teams typically confirm same week, so a short agenda in the mail helps.
Print or download the hall plan and plan a walking order that starts at the padiglione with the earliest session, so you are not crossing the fairground twice.
Pack for mid-October Rome: daytime highs near 21 C, around 11 rain days in the month, so a light waterproof layer and comfortable shoes for the hall floors are worth the suitcase space.
Arrive, collect your badge, and do a short orientation walk past the sessions hall and the entrance North services so the first morning is not spent navigating.
Registration and hall orientation at Fiera di Roma
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
Welfair registration concourse
Fiera di Roma
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Fiera di Roma
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
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This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Welfair fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
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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.
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Risks
No major risks listed.
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