Frankfurt Audio - the global marketplace for audio content

Welcome to Frankfurt Audio at the Frankfurter Buchmesse 2026

Make the most of Frankfurt Audio as an international industry platform to showcase your products and services relating to audiobooks, podcasts and audio technologies to both private and professional visitors. Establish your brand’s strong, lasting presence both nationally and globally. Take advantage of the wide range of participation options and, as an exhibitor, forge valuable contacts in person on site.

The new hall concept distributes the thematic focus areas across two floors for the first time, thereby opening up new opportunities for targeted presentation. Whether your focus lies more in the B2C or B2B sector, this opens up a wide range of new opportunities, offering you even more freedom to showcase your business.

Immerse yourself in the world of audiobooks, podcasts and audio publishing for specialist audiences and the general public – from innovative business networking to inspiring listening experiences. Audio brings people together.

Select your area: B2B and B2C on two different floors

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For publishers, audiobook producers and streaming platforms: Here you’ll find the Collective Exhibition Audio Books, a central stage, exciting publishers with B2C offerings, and interactive experiences for your audience.

Collective Exhibition Audio Books: The big stage for the medium of audiobooks
Audio Stage: Short talks, readings & live acts
B2C brands & providers: Discover, try out, listen to products and buy on site

Focused on B2C.

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For anyone offering or interested in B2B solutions: Take advantage of the visibility offered by our Publishing Partners and the exclusive network for business development and networking. Showcase your business with your own stand or discover our special shared stand packages:

All-inclusive System Stand SMART
Greater visibility with the System Stand GLOW
Or book your workstation from Wednesday to Friday

B2B only. The new hub for audio professionals.

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Make the most of your opportunities at #fbm26

Your participation at the Frankfurter Buchmesse will boost your chances of making valuable contacts. The figures for the 2025 Frankfurter Buchmesse highlight the event’s broad reach and relevance – and the opportunities this provides for achieving your goals.

238000
Total visitors (from 131 countries)
4350
Exhibiting companies (from 93 countries)
3500
Events

On-site presence: How to take part

Your own stand

The perfect space for your products, technologies and services: Get the full attention at Frankfurter Buchmesse with your own stand. Choose between various stand options - complete flexibility with a Custom-built Stand, or our own modular, prefabricated stand material. The System Stands SMART and GLOW are particularly suitable for putting your brand in the spotlight.

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Collective Exhibition Audio Books

This is where German-language audiobook publishers showcase their new releases without having to be physically present at the venue. At the Collective Exhibition Audio Books, your titles are prominently displayed. With your own stand, you can expand your presence at the fair and present your audiobooks in an environment particularly suited to audio content.

Audio Workstation

For anyone looking for a flexible workplace in the heart of Frankfurt Audio area, the Audio Workstation is the place to be. The ideal workstation for meetings with business partners in a professional setting. You can customise the space with a graphic wall to showcase your brand or products, or have shelving installed for an attractive product display.

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Let’s talk about your goals at #fbm26

Please feel free to get in touch, and I’ll help you showcase your products and services relating to audiobooks, podcasts and audio technologies in a way that really stands out at the international industry platform Frankfurt Audio.

Your contact for Frankfurt Audio

Martina Barth

+49 69 2102-266

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Meet our Frankfurt Audio Ambassador: Ama Dadson

Networking opportunities for you: A special service will be available from Wednesday to Friday of the Frankfurter Buchmesse. Ama Dadson, Founder & CEO of AkooBooks Audio, will be connecting interested parties with companies in the audio sector as our Audio Ambassador. Either make an appointment with her in advance, or drop by the Audio Business Centre in Hall 4.1 from Wednesday to Friday between 11 am and 12 pm.

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Ama Dadson on her role as Audio Ambassador

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