Press events

This year, h+h cologne offers numerous new ideas, trends, and perspectives for the international handicraft industry.

A special highlight is the press tour on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 11:15 a.m., together with Director Katrin Schön. In around two hours, participants will gain a concise overview of important industry developments, selected exhibitor highlights, and current trends.

Under the motto “The power of community: handicrafts as a global network”, the tour will show how local handicraft traditions have developed into an international movement through digital networking—and what role community building plays today for brands, retailers, and creative professionals.