Whether you’re a player, a collector, a builder or someone who goes weak at the knees at the sight of a well-worn vintage Strat in a hard case, 2026 has been a great year for guitar events in Europe. From small one-day fairs with flea markets and luthier tables to huge three-day trade shows, there’s something for every taste and budget.
Below is our calendar of guitar events in Europe in 2026: every notable guitar show, convention, festival and second-hand market, sorted by month. Use the overview to see everything at a glance, then follow the links to our detailed guides.
Update, October 2026: most of this year’s events have now taken place. We’ve kept the full calendar here as a reference, because most of these shows return every year around the same time. Always check the official website for next year’s dates.
2026 Guitar Events in Europe at a Glance
| Date (2026) | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 21 March | Vintage Guitar Show Veenendaal (spring) | Veenendaal, Netherlands |
| 22 March | Guitars and More | Wettingen, Switzerland |
| 24 to 26 April | Montreux International Guitar Show | Montreux, Switzerland |
| 25 to 26 April | Poland Guitar Fest | Kraków, Poland |
| 2 May | Musicians Flea Market (spring) | Ibbenbüren, Germany |
| 9 to 10 May | Umeå Guitarshow (cancelled) | Umeå, Sweden |
| 15 to 17 May | Guitar Show Bologna | Bologna, Italy |
| 30 May | Bridge Guitar Convention | Eindhoven, Netherlands |
| 6 June | Groenlo Muziekvlooienmarkt | Groenlo, Netherlands |
| 6 September | Yeahman’s Guitar Fest | Burgdorf, Switzerland |
| 12 to 13 September | Guitar Show Denmark | Odense, Denmark |
| 19 September | Vintage Guitar Show Veenendaal (autumn) | Veenendaal, Netherlands |
| 25 to 27 September | Guitar Summit | Mannheim, Germany |
| 2 to 4 October | Cremona Musica | Cremona, Italy |
| 3 October | Musicians Flea Market (autumn) | Ibbenbüren, Germany |
March
Vintage Guitar Show Veenendaal (spring edition): Veenendaal, Netherlands, 21 March 2026
The spring edition of Europe’s largest international vintage guitar show, held at De Basiliek in Veenendaal. Close to 100 exhibitors and more than 1,200 guitars from dealers, luthiers and private collectors across Europe, all in one day of buying, selling and trading. Open from 10:00 to 16:30; entry €10, children up to 11 free with an adult. Read our review of the March 2026 show.
Guitars and More: Wettingen, Switzerland, 22 March 2026
A much-loved annual gathering in Wettingen that’s an exhibition, trade fair, flea market and live music forum in one. Swiss boutique luthiers and regional makers share the floor with a second-hand market, workshops and the Blues Jam that closes the day. Read our guide.
April
Montreux International Guitar Show (MIGS): Montreux, Switzerland, 24 to 26 April 2026
The fifth edition of one of Europe’s most refined guitar shows, held in the Casino Barrière in Montreux. MIGS is known for high-end boutique builders, rare instruments and master classes, with around 100 exhibitors across 1,000 square metres. Read our guide.
Poland Guitar Fest: Kraków, Poland, 25 to 26 April 2026
Central Europe’s dedicated guitar fair, held at the CKF 13 Conference Center in Kraków. In its second year, it brings together boutique brands, luthiers and independent dealers you won’t find in a regular music shop. Read our guide.
May
Musicians Flea Market (spring edition): Ibbenbüren, Germany, 2 May 2026
A classic musicians’ flea market between Osnabrück and Münster. Private sellers and small dealers bring guitars, basses, amps, pedals, cases and everything else that piles up over a lifetime of playing. No stands, no corporate presence, just gear and prices open to conversation. It returned for an autumn edition on 3 October. Read our guide.
Umeå Guitarshow: Umeå, Sweden, 9 to 10 May 2026 (cancelled)
Update: the May edition was cancelled, with a new edition announced for October 2026. A friendly, community-driven two-day fair in northern Sweden, organised by Sweden Guitar Works, covering hand-built guitars, amps, pedals and more. Read our guide.
Guitar Show Bologna: Bologna, Italy, 15 to 17 May 2026
Italy’s leading guitar fair, now in a bigger home at BolognaFiere alongside Eufonica, the wider music-making fair. Electric and acoustic guitars, basses, amps and effects. 15 May was a trade day; the fair opened to everyone on 16 and 17 May.
Bridge Guitar Convention: Eindhoven, Netherlands, 30 May 2026
The biggest guitar event in the Benelux, at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven from 11:00 to 18:00 as part of the Bridge Guitar Festival. More than 70 brands, masterclasses from players including Frank Gambale, Leendert Haaksma (Anouk) and Vedran Mircetic (De Staat), and hands-on workshops from effects to metal and blues. Tickets €17.50 (students and children €10). See the full programme in our guide.
June
Groenlo Muziekvlooienmarkt: Groenlo, Netherlands, 6 June 2026
A second-hand instrument market at De Mattelier in Groenlo with 40 stands of guitars, pickups, pedals, drum parts and other gear. Open 10:00 to 16:00, free entry. Go early: the best gear is usually gone before lunch.
September
Yeahman’s Guitar Fest: Burgdorf, Switzerland, 6 September 2026
Switzerland’s largest guitar convention, at the Markthalle in Burgdorf. More than 50 stands with new and used gear, boutique brands and luthiers, plus a big flea market, a Saturday evening warm-up show, food trucks, craft beer and workshops.
Guitar Show Denmark: Odense, Denmark, 12 to 13 September 2026
Formerly the Copenhagen Guitar Show, running since 2005 and now held in Odense. Importers, shops, builders, repairers and private sellers under one roof, with workshops, clinics and concerts.
Vintage Guitar Show Veenendaal (autumn edition): Veenendaal, Netherlands, 19 September 2026
The second edition of the year of Europe’s largest international vintage guitar show at De Basiliek, with dealers and collectors from Belgium, Denmark, Germany, England, France, Luxembourg, Sweden and the Netherlands. Close to 100 exhibitors and more than 1,200 guitars across every era and price range. Read our visitor’s guide.
Guitar Summit: Mannheim, Germany, 25 to 27 September 2026
The biggest guitar show in Europe. In its eighth year, the Guitar Summit filled the Rosengarten Congress Center across four floors with hundreds of brands, two concert nights, multiple stages, workshops and masterclasses. Tickets started at €39 for a Sunday, with three-day tickets at €89; children free. Read our guide to Guitar Summit.
October
Cremona Musica: Cremona, Italy, 2 to 4 October 2026
One of the world’s most prestigious instrument fairs, in the city that gave us the violin. Guitar lovers head for the Acoustic Guitar Village and the Electric Sound Village, with masterclasses, concerts and a real focus on craftsmanship.
Musicians Flea Market (autumn edition): Ibbenbüren, Germany, 3 October 2026
The autumn edition of the Ibbenbüren flea market. Same idea: players, dealers and collectors clearing out gear and hunting for bargains. Read our Ibbenbüren guide for travel tips.
Plan Your Guitar Trip
That’s 15 guitar events in seven countries, from March to October. Whether you want to tick off one show or plan a whole guitar-themed trip around Europe, use this calendar as your starting point. Dates and programmes change, so always check the official website before booking tickets or travel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the biggest guitar show in Europe?
The Guitar Summit in Mannheim, Germany. In 2026 it ran from 25 to 27 September at the Rosengarten Congress Center, with hundreds of brands, concerts, workshops and masterclasses across four floors.
What is the largest vintage guitar show in Europe?
The Vintage Guitar Show Veenendaal in the Netherlands is widely recognised as Europe’s largest international vintage guitar show. It’s held twice a year at De Basiliek; in 2026 on 21 March and 19 September.
Which guitar events take place in the Netherlands?
In 2026 the Netherlands hosted the Vintage Guitar Show Veenendaal (21 March and 19 September), the Bridge Guitar Convention in Eindhoven (30 May) and the Groenlo Muziekvlooienmarkt (6 June).
Are there free guitar events in Europe?
Yes. Entry to the Groenlo Muziekvlooienmarkt is free, and children get in free at the Guitar Summit in Mannheim. Most other shows charge a modest fee, usually €10 to €40 for a day ticket.
