Cologne: 15.–17.09.2026 #kindundjugend

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Kind + Jugend 2026

The leading international trade fair for high quality baby and toddler products

Kind + Jugend has established itself as a business and trend platform for international baby and toddler products. This is because, once a year, the creative energy and power of innovation of the entire industry is gathered here in Cologne.

International manufacturers present high quality, innovative products that will inspire parents now and in the future with their unique diversity. Their selection extends from baby and toddler clothing through toys and furniture to products revolving around the transport and safety of young ones.

Trade visitors can network directly at the pulse of the industry, experience the latest trends on location, order products and in this way design their assortment attractively.

Discover yourself what Kind + Jugend has to offer you and your business.

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Key theme Kind + Jugend 2026

Key theme of Kind + Jugend 2026

Kind + Jugend is looking firmly to the future with its new key theme, “Growing with AI – New opportunities for the baby & toddler products industry”. Discover how artificial intelligence is already transforming product development, production, retail and everyday family life – and the opportunities this creates for the sector. Find out more about the key theme and Kind + Jugend 2026 highlights here.

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Kind + Jugend will take place from 15 to 17 September 2026.

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Innovation Award

One highlight is the presentation of the Innovation Award for outstanding new products - including the additional prize "Midwives' Choice", which is awarded by a jury of midwives.

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Exhibiting at Kind + Jugend 2026

Become an exhibitor at Kind + Jugend 2026 and keep your business on track for success.

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A man is giving a presentation to four women in a modern and relaxed setting. He is wearing a blazer, T-shirt, and lanyard, and stands in front of a small table with a laptop and a water bottle. In the background, a large digital display reads “INCREDEBLE FLEXIBILITY” alongside an image of a robot or machine. The women sit attentively on colorful, comfortable chairs—some taking notes or checking their phones. The space features a modern design, including decorative rings on the wall.

An attractive event programme

Exciting lectures, exclusive awards, trend formats and the AFTER SEVEN PARTY make the event programme particularly worth experiencing.

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Theme worlds

The diversity of Kind + Jugend includes all the products needed by parents and children in the first years of life.

The focal points of the range also form the basis for the Innovation Award, which is presented annually at Kind + Jugend.

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