Imaging World aims to fill the gap left by Photopia Hamburg and Photokina

Imaging World is a new fall event in Europe, born from the formerly b-to-B only event Ringfoto – Die Fotomesse. The event will take place Oct 10 – 12, 2025, at the Nuernberg Messe. With an innovative concept and following the motto “Create. Explore. Have Fun.”, the event is aimed at photo and video enthusiasts of all levels – from end consumers to professional retailers. The event is looking to fill the gap following the collapse of Photopia Hamburg and the demise of Photokina. As a truly central event for the imaging industry, it brings together RINGFOTO retailers, photo and video manufacturers, end consumers, influencers, content creators, and the media.

“With the new Imaging World, we are offering hundreds of thousands of photo and video enthusiasts, content creators, and professionals in the DACH region a unique platform to experience the full fascination of the medium, to touch & try hardware, and to actively take part,” said Thilo Röhrig, managing director, RINGFOTO. “This includes an extensive workshop program, numerous creative playgrounds, a convention with top-tier speakers, visually impressive exhibitions, and – last but not least – the offerings of over 200 exhibitors and brands covering photo, video, and audio. RINGFOTO, as one of the strongest forces in the imaging industry today, is providing the photo world with a new central meeting point every year through Imaging World.”

As a truly central event for the imaging industry, Imaging World organizers say the event brings together RINGFOTO retailers, photo and video manufacturers, end consumers, influencers, content creators, and the media, thus uniting the entire sector under one roof.

Attendees can expect:

• Discussions and collaborative photo projects during workshops
• Interactive playgrounds – from action, street, and macro photography to videography and podcasting
• Inspiring keynotes from leading photographers and celebrities from within and outside the photo world

“Never before have so many people have taken so many pictures, and never before has photography and videography had such relevance and appeal,” adds Röhrig. “This is evident in the dynamic social media channels and communities, in industry initiatives and associations, and the imaging sector’s ongoing drive for innovation. It is also reflected in the essential role of RINGFOTO’s active specialist retail network – not just in Germany but also across borders.”

Online ticket sales are open now. A day ticket costs 15 euros, and the Weekend Pass, valid for all three days, costs 25 euros.