Veranstalter / Organizers:
Messe Berlin Website
Datum der Veranstaltung:
16-25 Jan 2026
Green Week
16-25 Jan 2026

Grüne Woche:
our history

A fair with quite a story to tell

The 100th birthday is not far off. A look back at an eventful history is worthwhile. In the mid-1920s (1926), the Grüne Woche opened its doors for the first time.

A lot has happened since then, a rapid journey from mechanization in agriculture through the war and post-war period to the times of the economic miracle began. After the reunification of Germany, the fair was able to welcome exhibitors and visitors from all over Germany for the first time in many decades. What a blast.

Since the 2000s, aspects of digitalization and globalization, as well as sustainability ideas, have taken on an increasingly influential role within the our theme worlds. We are excited to see how the journey will continue.

An eventful history

1926
Jan

First Grüne Woche opens its doors

1934
-1939

Grüne Woche during the Nazi period

1948
Jan

GW in the postwar period

1960
/1970

Grüne Woche at the time of the economic miracle

1990
Jan

Grüne Woche in times of German reunification

2026
Jan

100 years Grüne Woche
Women in traditional costumes are skillfully using spinning wheels to craft yarn or thread.

1928

A vintage black and white photo of the Grüne Woche 1954 hall, showcasing bustling stalls and visitors exploring agricultural displays.

1954

A historic black and white photo of Grüne Woche 1935, showcasing agricultural exhibits and visitors in a lively fair atmosphere.

1935

A vintage black and white photo capturing the lively atmosphere of Grüne Woche 1960, featuring stalls, crowds, and agricultural displays.

1960

A black and white photo of Grüne Woche 1954 featuring stalls, vendors, and visitors exploring agricultural products and exhibitions.

1954

A historic black and white photo of Grüne Woche 1960, featuring bustling crowds, stalls showcasing various foods, and agricultural displays.

1960