Essential Information for Your IFA Visit
Find everything you need for your visit in one place – from the shuttle schedule and Media Center opening hours to the accreditation guidelines for the IFA Sommergarten.
Media Center Opening Hours:
- Media Days (2–3 September): 08:00–20:00
- 4–8 September: 08:00–18:00
IFA Sommergarten Accreditation:
Journalists and bloggers require a separate accreditation to access the IFA Sommergarten. Accreditation must be requested in advance and is granted upon approval by the respective artist management.
Public Parking Areas:
Further information can be found on the Messe Berlin website.
Press Ticket Registration
Seven days full of world premieres, hands-on products and live experiences on the world's largest stage for home and consumer technology.
IFA Media Days
The IFA Media Days offer an exclusive first look at what’s next in tech. Leading brands unveil their latest innovations to a global media audience – setting the news agenda for IFA and beyond.
Latest press releases
August 13, 2026
IFA Global Markets 2026 brings together manufacturers and suppliers from around the world
IFA Berlin connects international manufacturers and suppliers with buyers and decision-makers from the retail and industrial sectors through IFA Global Markets. This dedicated B2B event will take place from September 5 to 7, 2026, at the Berlin exhibition grounds. Suppliers from more than 20 countries will showcase components, manufacturing solutions, and production expertise for consumer electronics and home appliances. For the first time, Egypt will be represented with its own joint pavilion.
August 7, 2026
IFA creates more space for creators
IFA Berlin, the world’s largest event for consumer electronics, home appliances, and future tech, is significantly expanding its content creation show area for 2026. The exhibition space is growing by 70 percent and, for the first time, will span two halls. A key feature of the show area is the Creator Hub at the Palais am Funkturm.
Product Highlights
Explore the most exciting tech on show at IFA 2025. From breakthrough gadgets to smart solutions for everyday life – this is where innovation takes centre stage.
Featured press events
Press Conference
60 min
IFA 2026 Opening Press Conference
Track: World of AI & Future of Tech
Speakers
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Press Conference
60 min
The end of housework is in sight. At IFA 2026, Miele will be demonstrating how smart technologies make everyday life more comfortable and are shaping the future of home life.
Track: Smart & Sustainable Living
Language: German
Access: Registration needed
Home Appliances
Press Conference
60 min
Join AEG's Media Conference at IFA 2026 - Challenge the Expected as we showcase our latest innovations, combining intelligent technology and refined design through hands-on experiences and expert insights.
Track: Smart & Sustainable Living
Language: English
Programme highlights
15 Aug 2026 – 14:00
Other / Straße des 17. Juni, Berlin
8 h
IFA x HUMAN at Rave the Planet
Together with HUMAN, IFA joins Rave the Planet to celebrate community, culture and collective movement. As RAVE SUPPORT by IFA, IFA supports the HUMAN Float and brings “The future is now.” into a cultural moment that connects people.
Track: Culture & Lifestyle
2–5 Sep 2026
Other
Full-Day
IFA Berlin x GeoGuessr
Explore Berlin through GeoGuessr and unlock your chance to win IFA and World Championship tickets.
Track: Culture & Lifestyle
3 Sep 2026 – 8:45
Creator Stage
9 h 15 min
Retail Leaders Summit
At the IFA Retail Leaders Summit, the movers and shakers of the global retail industry come together with senior executives from the world’s leading home & consumer tech brands. They’re joined by respected industry analysts and pioneering technology leaders – all ready to share insights, spark ideas, and shape the future of connected commerce.
Track: Retail & Future of Commerce
Language: English
Access: Invitation Only
Delivery, Logistics and Fulfilment
Omnichannel Strategy
Supply Chain Innovations
Accomodation & Travel Information
Everything you need to plan your visit – from hotel deals to travel packages.
Press downloads
Download our corporate logo and brand assets here.
Photo galleries
Explore our latest event highlights and moments from IFA in high resolution. Perfect for your stories and coverage.
Live press conferences
Rewatch our Live press conferences from IFA 2025
Press team
Sonja May
Director PR & Corporate Communications
s.may@ifa-management.com
s.may@ifa-management.com
Gioia Zoli
Head of International PR
g.zoli@ifa-management.com
g.zoli@ifa-management.com
Thalissa-Jennifer Klaps
PR Manager
t.klaps@ifa-management.com
t.klaps@ifa-management.com
Vivien Gilow
PR Manager
v.gilow@ifa-management.com
v.gilow@ifa-management.com
General press contact
Customer Support
Press Release Registration
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Press – Frequently asked questions
- Who can I contact with a press enquiry?You’ll find our PR team’s contact details above. Or simply email us at press@ifa-management.com.
- Where can I find all photo galleries?You can explore all our photo galleries here.
- Who should I contact if I have general questions about IFA?Please contact our customer service team:
+49 3021927601 DE
+44 1514 531 904 UK
Monday–Friday 9:00–17:30
About IFA
IFA is the world's largest tech event connecting consumer electronics, home appliances and future tech. IFA creates a space where global innovators, thought leaders, professionals and consumers alike come together to shape the future of technology.
