ABOUT THE FAIR
Futurum in Bolzano is South Tyrol’s leading education fair, aimed at anyone looking to make informed decisions about their educational and professional future — students, parents, teachers, working professionals, and career changers. The fair is organized by Messe Bozen in collaboration with the Office for Vocational Training and Career Guidance of the Autonomous Province of Bolzano, a partnership that ensures both professional quality and strong regional roots.
Once a year, the modern and centrally located Bolzano Exhibition Center becomes a hub for education and future opportunities. Futurum offers a comprehensive overview of educational and career paths — from school selection and university choices to entering the workforce, pursuing further education, or retraining for a new profession.
Its special appeal lies in the wide range of topics covered. Local high schools, vocational training programs, and international universities present their offerings under one roof, bringing together crafts, business, innovation, and education. Visitors receive well-founded information on study programs and apprenticeships and have the chance to connect directly with companies, universities, and career advisors. Live demonstrations from trades such as carpentry, hairstyling, or mechatronics provide hands-on insights. At the same time, future-oriented themes like digitalization, artificial intelligence, robotics, and green jobs are brought into focus.
A key feature of the fair is its strong emphasis on guidance and support. In addition to the exhibitors, professional advisors, workshops, and skills assessments are available to help visitors plan their careers, prepare applications, or explore options for funding their studies. The fair thus serves not only as an information platform but also as a place for personal orientation and decision-making support.
Another focus is the lived multilingualism and international outlook of South Tyrol. Opportunities for internships abroad, Erasmus+ programs, voluntary services, and support for language development in German, Italian, and English are an integral part of the fair.
Futurum is therefore much more than a traditional education fair: it is a practical, future-oriented platform that combines information, interaction, and individual support — helping both young and adult visitors take the next step in their education or career with confidence and clarity.
The Futurum takes place annually, and therefore for the 10th time previsibly in September 2026 in Bolzano.