Event
Tuning World Bodensee returns to Messe Friedrichshafen from May 14 to 17, 2026, continuing its status as Europe's largest dedicated tuning trade fair. Since launching in 2003, this four day event has grown into the benchmark for automotive customization culture, attracting a record 112,000 visitors in 2025 and establishing itself as the essential season opener for the international tuning community.
The 2026 edition promises fresh energy with a reorganized hall layout across 100,000 square meters of indoor and outdoor exhibition space. Over 1,100 showcars fill the venue alongside more than 185 exhibitors presenting world premieres, exclusive builds and the latest products in performance parts, wheels, car audio and styling accessories.
Beyond the static displays, the event delivers drift shows, the prestigious Show and Shine competition offering Europe's highest prize purse, and meet and greets with scene celebrities. More than 150 club stands and Private Car Areas create community hotspots where enthusiasts connect and share their passion for modified vehicles.
The lakeside location in southern Germany combines professional trade fair infrastructure with the scenic backdrop of Lake Constance. After show parties with renowned DJs extend the experience into the night, transforming the event into a complete celebration of automotive lifestyle. For industry professionals and enthusiasts alike, Tuning World Bodensee represents the annual gathering where trends emerge and the scene comes together.
