The Gijón Trade Fair, also known as FIDMA Gijón, reaches its 68th edition this year, becoming one of the most representative events of the industry, commerce and services sectors in the Asturias region.
In this article, we tell you all the information you need to know about the Gijón Trade Fair 2025: dates, opening hours, how to get your tickets for the event and what you can see at the fair. Keep reading to discover all the details of FIDMA Gijón!
What is the Gijón Trade Fair (FIDMA)?
Over the years, the Gijón Trade Fair has established itself as a meeting point for representatives of companies, businesses and services from all over the world.
The latest edition closed with more than 2,000 exhibitors located across 600 stands at the venue and an attendance of 740,000 people.
Visitors can discover a wide variety of products and purchase them at reduced prices. It is also possible to taste traditional and international food.
When does the Gijón Trade Fair 2025 start?
Traditionally, FIDMA Gijón is an event held annually in the month of August.
This year, the Gijón Trade Fair will take place from August 2 to August 17, 2025.
Duration: 16 days
What to see at the Gijón Trade Fair
The Trade Fair or FIDMA Gijón includes an extensive program of activities, conferences and exhibitions featuring a wide variety of products. Every year, it hosts all kinds of companies related to leisure, catering, tourism, commerce and services.
Some of the best things to see at the Gijón Trade Fair are car exhibitions, presentations of new technological products, gastronomy showcases, home goods and DIY items.
Gijón Trade Fair opening hours
FIDMA can be visited continuously from 11:00 to 22:00. Most pavilions close at 21:00 and from 14:30 to 16:30. The Commercial Gallery remains open at all times, including Sundays and public holidays.
Get your tickets for the Gijón Trade Fair
Below are the ticket prices for the Gijón Trade Fair depending on time and age:
General ticket: This ticket allows access to the event on any day for €4.60, whether purchased online or at the ticket office.
Children’s ticket: Children aged between 4 and 12 (inclusive) can enter for €1.50. Children aged 0 to 3 have free access.
Reduced-price tickets are available for visitors attending Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays): €3.60 for adults and €1 for children. Large families receive a 50% discount.
Buy tickets for the Gijón Trade Fair.
Where is the Gijón Trade Fair held?
The address of the Gijón Trade Fair is the Luis Adaro Exhibition Centre, on Avenida del Dr. Fleming s/n in Gijón.
The exact coordinates are: +43º 32' 23.42", -5º 38' 13.10".
To get there from the city, you can take the free shuttle bus departing from Avenida Albert Einstein, near the university parking areas.
Gijón International Trade Fair. History
The annual Trade Fair in Gijón is an event with a long history. Its origins date back to 1889, when the “Regional Trade Exhibition” was held in Asturias. In 1924, the Asturias Trade Fair was held for the first time and continued until 1931. After the war, it resumed in 1963. Today, it is held annually.
Gijón’s Semana Grande
The FIDMA event coincides with Gijón’s Semana Grande in honor of the city’s patron saint, Our Lady of Begoña.
In 2025, these festivities will take place from August 4 to August 15. Around 10 days full of activities and free concerts for the whole family, mainly held in Plaza Mayor and Poniente Beach.
In parallel, other highlights include:
The bullfighting fair held at El Bibio bullring.
Fireworks: a pyrotechnic show marking the end of the Gijón Trade Fair.
Accommodation in Gijón
To find good accommodation during the Gijón Trade Fair, it is advisable to book in advance. At Hotel Silken Ciudad de Gijón, we guarantee the best price on our official website, along with other advantages such as late check-out (subject to availability) or free cancellation until 18:00 on the day before arrival with the flexible rate.
Our 4-star hotel in Gijón is highly rated by guests, who highlight services such as the spa pool, gym with sauna and large parking area with direct access to the rooms.
We also have a very pleasant terrace where you can enjoy tapas and relax after an intense day at the Trade Fair, as well as a restaurant offering the best Asturian cuisine.
Book a hotel for the Gijón Trade Fair
Hotel Silken Ciudad de Gijón enjoys an excellent location, close to the historic center and Poniente Beach.
With private parking at the hotel, it will take you no more than 10 minutes to reach the Luis Adaro Exhibition Centre, slightly longer if you choose the shuttle bus.
You can also make the most of your free time by attending events of Gijón’s Semana Grande. We are just a 9-minute walk from Poniente Beach and 20 minutes from Plaza Mayor.
Book your stay and enjoy the Gijón Trade Fair from a central location and a hotel with all the comforts.
