FIT YOUR CAMPER 2026: The third edition in Bologna was a success.
FIT YOUR CAMPER concludes its first edition at BolognaFiere, from April 9 to 12, 2026, with very positive results. The event confirms the validity of a unique format that combines B2B days with open days, registering strong appreciation from exhibitors and visitors and consolidating its role as a reference for the sector of accessories, components, and solutions for recreational vehicles and camping.
The third edition of Fit Your Camper, held for the first time at BolognaFiere from April 9 to 12, 2026, concluded with very positive results, confirming and strengthening its role as a key event for the world of accessories and components for recreational vehicles. The day and a half event dedicated to professionals also achieved particularly significant results, highlighting qualitative growth and broad, nationwide participation.
"We had proof of the strength of the new location, as professionals from all over Italy arrived during the B2B days, including Sardinia and Sicily, thanks to the ease of connection guaranteed by Bologna airport. – comments Antonio Mazzucchelli, one of the organizers – The exhibitors confirmed that they had fully achieved their objectives both in the days dedicated to professionals, where networking is a central element, and in those open to the public, during which thousands of campers arrived to find out about the latest news, finding a rich and varied exhibition proposal, also with stands dedicated to sales.".
The public days were met with excellent response. Despite a less than favorable environment, marked by rising fuel costs, an uncertain geopolitical situation, and a particularly complex scheduling between Easter and April 25th, the event exceeded expectations, confirming the event's strong appeal. The introduction of paid admission, a new feature this year, did not deter visitors; rather, it helped further enhance their profile.
"The paid ticket was certainly a risk factor – explains Fabio Viviani, one of the organizers – But it was a necessary choice: an event of this caliber entails organizational costs that cannot be borne solely by exhibitors. The results proved us right: exhibitors report an extremely attentive, knowledgeable audience, genuinely interested in the fair's content, with a strong focus on accessories, components, and technical solutions.".
The logistics were also highly appreciated by exhibitors and visitors, starting with the free camper area set up in Parco Nord, which, with a capacity of approximately 1.200 vehicles, recorded very high peaks. The free shuttle service ensured continuous and efficient connections to the exhibition center, helping to make the visitor experience seamless and accessible.
"The whole organizational machine worked effectively – the organizers still say – Thanks to the resources and energy deployed by BolognaFiere, which has believed in this trade fair format from the beginning. The professionalism and significant presence of staff dedicated to ticketing, parking, security, cleaning, and services for exhibitors have helped create an orderly, efficient environment that meets the expectations of exhibitors and visitors.".
The program of events, which successfully combined professional content with entertainment, also attracted strong participation. Among the most popular events during the B2B days were the Meet & Match between content creators and company marketing managers, and the Camper Professional Award, a recognition honoring the industry's most prominent figures. During the days open to the public, chef Gianluca Gabanini's cooking demonstrations, interactive activities such as the Italian Camperisti game, and thematic seminars on camper safety and use engaged a large and attentive audience. Significant interest was also drawn by the presence of Diego Gastaldi, a former Paralympic athlete and documentary filmmaker, who presented his new, fully customized 4x4 vehicle at the fair.
"We are happy to have believed in this project from the beginning. – comments Antonio Bruzzone, CEO of BolognaFiere – The results of this event confirm the validity of this choice. We are already working on the next edition well in advance, with the aim of further developing the event and offering exhibitors and visitors an even more complete, advanced, and engaging product.".
With this edition, Fit Your Camper takes another step forward in its growth, consolidating a unique format in the European trade fair landscape and laying solid foundations for increasingly ambitious future developments.
