Seven months before the start of the trade fair, the booking status for JAGD & HUND allows one conclusion only: visitors can look forward to another exciting event in 2026. The leading trade fair for international hunting will welcome both well-known exhibitors, including renowned market leaders, as well as new players and provide a 360° programme for hunters, dog lovers and nature enthusiasts.



Dortmund, 17 June 2025 – With their presence and, in some cases, extended stand areas, numerous industry giants emphasise the relevance of JAGD & HUND as a leading contact point for retailers, passionate hunters and nature lovers. Manfred Alberts is bringing selected manufacturers such as Beretta, Benelli, Franchi, Burris Optics, SAKO, TIKKA and Steiner Optik to the trade fair. The Blaser Group offers well-known brands such as Blaser, Mauser, J.P. Sauer & Sohn, Rigby, Liemke and Minox. Renowned companies such as the Browning International, the traditional manufacturer H. Krieghoff, WAIMEX, UMAREX and the German ammunition manufacturer RWS will also be present.

In the optics sector, premium suppliers such as Swarovski Optik, Carl Zeiss, Leica Camera, Infiray/Nocpix and Hawke will be exhibiting in Dortmund. The Swedish company Aimpoint will also have its own stand at JAGD & HUND for the first time. Renowned wholesaler Helmut Hofmann will again be bringing well-known brands such as Bushnell and Leupold for precision optics, quality ammunition from Hornady and Federal as well as hunting rifles from Savage to Dortmund. And for visitors interested in functional and fashionable hunting and outdoor clothing as well as useful additional equipment, AKAH is the right place to go.

Also already confirmed are popular ‘full-range suppliers’: Whether it is guns, binoculars, riflescopes, thermal imaging cameras, clothing or accessories - at Frankonia, hunters, sport shooters as well as nature and hiking enthusiasts will find a large selection. At Jagdwelt24 visitors can browse high-quality hunting equipment, suitable clothing, ammunition and practical accessories and receive expert advice. Another full-range supplier for hunting and fishing is Askari, which impresses with selected own brands such as il Lago. Grube KG also offers hunting and hunting ground equipment.

Preview of the supporting programme

In addition to the international line-up of exhibitors, JAGD & HUND 2026 will also feature a varied programme - with exciting insights, practical tips and valuable information for hunting and outdoor enthusiasts. Plannings are already in full swing. Also, after it’s premiere at JAGD & HUND 2025, the ‘European Hunting Photo of the Year’ photo competition is entering its second round. Following the great success of the first edition, JAGD & HUND, together with FACE (Federation of Associations for Hunting and Conservation of the EU), is once again calling on participants from all over Europe to submit their best hunting and nature motifs.

Food lovers welcome: the WILD FOOD FESTIVAL 2026

Since 2019, the popular festival for ‘wild’ cuisine has been attracting gourmets and ambitious amateur chefs to Dortmund for tastings, show cooking and exclusive workshops. Star chefs and recognised game cooking experts will celebrate the great variety of game cuisine live in front of an audience. The WILD FOOD FESTIVAL will once again take place in the special atmosphere of the Westfalenhalle next year.

>>> Companies planning to exhibit at Europe's largest industry platform for hunting in 2026 can find information on booking here.