Solo entrepreneurs and small company leaders face similar operational questions. On 12 and 13 October 2026 Paris hosts Le Salon des Micro-Entreprises 2026, a trade fair aimed at freelancers, microbusiness owners and those launching new projects in marketing, sales and training.
Dates and venue for Le Salon des Micro-Entreprises 2026
The event runs from 12 to 13 October 2026 at the Palais des Congrès de Paris Porte Maillot. Opening hours are reported as 9h to 18h on both days. Visitor registration is available through the official website.
Exhibitors and visitor profile
Exhibitors present services for self-employment, marketing and sales tools, and training and consulting for very small businesses. Visitor profiles include freelancers, consultants, microbusiness leaders, company founders and franchise candidates.
Program highlights in Paris
The program features a mix of conferences, workshops and themed villages. Highlighted segments include the Freelance Village, the Auto-entrepreneur Village, Personal Branding zones and franchise-focused areas. Special formats listed include Déclic IA, L’Accélérateur and Freelance Talks, along with Speed Business Meetings ® for compact business conversations.
Key figures for the 2026 edition
Promotional material lists 500 entrepreneurship experts, 100 conferences and workshops, 100 exhibitors and 75 conferences that are freely accessible. The schedule also includes 15 major highlights targeting specific topics for small business operators.
How to prepare B2B outreach at the fair
- Define a short list. Select 8 to 10 target exhibitors or profiles to visit, prioritizing those offering demos.
- Qualify on site. Use themed sessions to identify prospects with purchasing intent and note job role and immediate needs.
- Keep the pitch tight. Deliver a two-sentence value statement emphasizing the problem solved and a proof point.
- Schedule next steps. End each conversation with a concrete follow-up such as a demo, proposal or virtual meeting and send supporting material the same day.
- Use speed meetings strategically. If you book Speed Business Meetings ®, craft a 90-second pitch focused on measurable outcomes for microbusinesses.
Closing note and official link
For suppliers targeting autonomous professionals and micro-enterprises, structure your agenda by village and block times for demos and meetings. Registration details, exhibitor lists and practical information are hosted at the event website http://www.salonmicroentreprises.com.
