Buyers and product teams in museums are increasingly focused on sustainable income streams and immersive visitor experiences. Two days in Paris concentrate vendors that supply museum retail, multimedia systems and cultural management services.
Practical information for Museum Connections 2026 in Paris
Museum Connections 2026 takes place from January 13 to 14, 2026 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. The event combines an exhibition floor with conference programmes and professional meetups across the two days. The venue offers direct access via urban transport and regional links.
Sectors and exhibitor profile
Exhibitors at Museum Connections 2026 cover museum merchandising and retail solutions, audiovisual and immersive technologies, and services for site management. The mix helps curators and commercial teams compare physical product suppliers and digital experience providers in one visit.
Program highlights and offsite formats
The fair schedules thematic sessions and practical case presentations alongside the exhibition. Related formats such as Open Museum and Retail Tour extend the programme into Parisian institutions, enabling participants to see applied projects and operational setups outside the halls.
How to approach B2B prospecting at the fair
Preparation is decisive. Map exhibitors by category and request meetings with procurement leads and development managers before arrival. Allocate time for live demos and for the offsite visits that showcase real-world implementations. Bring concise product documentation framed around use cases and financing options relevant to cultural organisations. Focus conversations on operational metrics and rollout timelines rather than broad overviews.
Key figures
The event will gather 400 exhibitors across its exhibition areas and themed villages designed to group complementary expertise for easier sourcing.
Final note and next step
For sales teams targeting cultural institutions Museum Connections 2026 is a practical occasion to benchmark offerings, test pricing and validate deployment plans with museum professionals. Book meetings and finalise your agenda via the official site https://www.museumconnections.com before you travel.
