Sustainable consumption and upcycling turn used goods into higher-value items. RE&Up Genève 2026 takes place from 7 to 8 November 2026 at Palexpo in Geneva and gathers artisans, designers, associations and circular economy actors who work with repair, reuse and creative recycling.
Practical information for RE&Up Genève 2026
The fair runs on 7 and 8 November 2026 with opening hours on both days from 10:00 to 20:30. The venue is Palexpo at Route François-Peyrot 30, 1218 Le Grand-Saconnex. The show is part of Les Automnales and admission is free for Les Automnales visitors. Organizer is Association Up Genève and contact email is info@upgeneve.ch.
Types of exhibitors and activities on display
Exhibitors include artisans, designers and associations focused on upcycling, repair and second-hand solutions. The emphasis is on hands-on work: restored furniture, textile transformation and crafted home decor. Stands tend to showcase techniques and finished pieces rather than large-scale industrial solutions.
Format and visitor experience
The fair mixes sales stands with live demonstrations that allow visitors to see restoration and transformation processes applied to household items. The layout favors short, practical encounters where visitors can learn techniques and source local partners for repair and refurbishment projects.
B2B prospecting advice for the show floor
- Clarify your target. Identify potential partners such as local retailers, restoration workshops and designers working with reclaimed materials.
- Bring compact samples. Carry clear photos of past projects, small material swatches and concise technical sheets to enable quick evaluation.
- Schedule meetings. Use opening and closing windows to set appointments away from peak traffic and to attend demonstrations with prospects.
- Capture demonstrations. Record short clips with permission to use as follow up content for leads.
- Follow up fast. Send a tailored recap within 48 hours with a specific proposal for collaboration or next steps.
Final note
For companies active in sustainable home decor or furniture restoration, RE&Up Genève 2026 presents concrete examples of upcycling in practice and immediate sourcing opportunities. Full logistical details and the event page are available at http://www.palexpo.ch/en/evenement/re-up-geneve-en
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