Our stages at digitalBAU 2026
Welcome to digitalBAU 2026 – and directly to our stages, the heart of the trade fair. Look forward to four curated stages, designed by leading partners from the construction industry, diverse start-ups, and innovative exhibitors. Here, practical knowledge, visions, and new technologies converge: presentations, panel discussions, and award ceremonies offer in-depth insights into current topics such as the circular economy in the construction industry, digital construction process optimization, use of artificial intelligence in construction, and digitalization for existing buildings. Whether expert panels, case studies, or live demonstrations – each stage directly addresses you as a trade visitor and provides concrete impetus for planning, execution, and product decisions. Be inspired, join the discussion, discover new solutions, and find the right expertise for your projects on the stages. Experience a diverse program – concise, relevant, and practical. We look forward to your curiosity and engagement.
Continuing Education Credits
Visitors can earn continuing education credits for selected presentations on our stages. Which formats and sessions will be eligible will be determined in early 2026. Stay tuned to be informed about eligible sessions in due course.
Main Stage
powered by Bauverlag
Experience our main stage over all three days with numerous high-profile speakers and renowned experts from the digital construction industry.
On Tuesday morning, join us for the official opening of digitalBAU, featuring guests from politics and industry. This will be followed by exciting lectures and interactive discussion rounds on the key themes of digitalBAU 2026.
The presentation of the German Construction Award (Deutscher Baupreis) will also take place on our main stage.
Together with our esteemed partner “Bauverlag,” we look forward to offering a diverse, informative, and modern program.
Location: Hall 8, Stand 151
Neo Stage
At our second forum, visitors can also expect numerous lectures and discussions on the current key topics of digitalBAU 2026. These will be presented and curated by our esteemed partners.
One of the highlights is the award ceremony “Auf IT gebaut” (“Built on IT”). This important prize for the next generation of the construction industry is awarded in the competition categories of Civil Engineering, Craftsmanship and Technology, as well as Construction Process Management, Architecture, and the “Start-up Special Award.”
In addition, renowned speakers will complete the overall program of digitalBAU 2026 with interesting lectures.
We will work closely with our renowed partners - such as RKW, Heinze Verlag, BVBS, Hauptverband der Deutschen Bauindustrie, Bundesverband digitales Bauwesen, Architektenkammer Nordrhein-Westfalen, Bundesarchitektenkammer and many more.
Location: Hall 8, Stand 127
Exhibitor Stage
Here, exhibitors take center stage! On our Exhibitor Stage, trade fair exhibitors showcase a variety of solutions and innovations from their companies, present products, and discuss visions and future plans.
If you, as a visitor, want an exclusive insight into the current market developments or wish to get to know a particular company better, this is the place to be. Stay tuned for what our exhibitors will bring to the “Stage” for you.
Location: Hall 8, Stand 602
Start-Up Stage
A special concept calls for a special stage – and we are excited that at digitalBAU 2026, our Start-up Stage will be a real eye-catcher in the form of a boxing ring.
Start-ups need connections to customers and investors to grow, as well as presentation space to showcase themselves effectively. This is exactly what the entire Start-Up Area, including the stage, offers, thanks to our cooperation partners Founders Fight Club / The Builders Tech Club.
On the Start-Up Stage, exhibiting start-ups will have the exclusive opportunity to present themselves and their passion projects through panels and expert talks.
The highlight of the three-day fair will be the Founders Fight Night on Wednesday, held on this stage.
Each participating start-up faces an equally matched opponent, and only one can win. Battle Rap as a pitch event! The focus is on the fun for participants and the audience.
This interactive format actively involves viewers in deciding who wins each round because, just like in real startup life, only one has the right: the market!
Location: Hall 8, Stand 760