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Why participate WONEN?
Wonen is a public fair for anyone who builds, renovates, renovates or wants to renew their interior and takes place annually in the Nekkerhal in Mechelen. The event is aimed at consumers who are looking for inspiration, advice and solutions for their housing project and offers a platform where professional knowledge and experience come together. With more than 130 exhibitors, Wonen has become a fixture in the Belgian home furnishing sector.
The exhibition floor presents a wide range of products and services, from contractors and kitchen specialists to energy consultants and interior designers. Visitors will have the opportunity to discover the latest techniques and trends, compare products and seek advice from experts. Innovation and sustainability play a central role, with a focus on energy efficiency, circular materials and smart living solutions.
The programme includes inspiration sessions, demonstrations and advice moments in which current themes such as renovation, interior design and energy saving are central. Visitors can receive free advice, both individually and in groups, and benefit from practical tips to turn their living ideas into reality. Wonen combines product presentations with substantive inspiration, allowing visitors to find concrete solutions for their construction or renovation project.
With more than 130 exhibitors and thousands of visitors, Wonen is a B2C event that plays a key role in connecting consumers and living professionals. The location in Mechelen offers excellent accessibility by car, bicycle and public transport, making the event attractive to national visitors and an inspiring platform for the future of living and interior design.
Themes
- Insulation, energy and heat pumps
- Kitchens, bathrooms and custom interior
- Housing construction and renovation
- Home automation, security and ventilation
- Garden, outdoor living and wellness
- Premiums, subsidies and sustainable living
Target audience
Wonen focuses on private individuals with concrete (re)construction plans, interior questions or renovation projects. Young couples, families, owners of older homes and people who want to live sustainably will also find advice and inspiration here. Professionals from the construction sector participate as exhibitors or consultants.
Getting there
Living takes place in Nekkerhal Mechelen.
From Mechelen station, take bus line 2 or 5 in the direction of Nekkerhal; The stop is within walking distance of the entrance.
By car, follow the N15; Parking is available in the main car park with space for 1,500 cars and extra capacity on surrounding sites.
Bicycle parking facilities are provided at the main entrance, accessible via the Tangent and surrounding cycle routes.
From Brussels Airport, you can get there in ±20 minutes by train; from Mechelen station you take a bus or taxi to the Nekkerhal.
Exhibitors and visitors
Wonen welcomed more than 130 exhibitors and thousands of visitors over two trade fair weekends in 2025. Visitors are mainly consumers who are looking for reliable professionals, smart solutions and personal advice for their housing project.
