Rouen International Fair — The biggest fair in Normandy

Nearly a century of fair tradition

Founded in 1930, the Rouen International Fair is one of the oldest and most important trade fairs in France. Nearly a century of history has seen it evolve through different eras, adapting to changes in commerce and consumption patterns, while retaining its popular and friendly spirit. Every spring, the Parc des Expositions de Rouen in Grand-Quevilly transforms into a huge ephemeral village of 42,000 m² — 22,000 m² indoors and 20,000 m² outdoors — where over 400 exhibitors gather.

The event attracts tens of thousands of visitors each year for 11 days, from the last Friday in March to the first Sunday in April. It is the unmissable meeting point for families, bargain hunters, and the curious from all over Normandy and beyond.

A thematic universe each year

The uniqueness of the Rouen International Fair lies in its annual theme, which transforms part of the park into a space for cultural discovery. The 2025 edition, the 96th of its name, highlighted Canada, with folk and musical performances inspired by Quebec, introductions to transatlantic traditions, tastings of Canadian specialties, and craft demonstrations. The 2026 edition, the 97th of its name, offers a journey through time with the theme of the 80s and 90s, revisiting the music, cinema, fashion, and technological innovations of these two iconic decades.

A commercial and festive village

The Rouen International Fair is organized into several thematic universes: Home & Garden, Wines & Regional Products, Leisure & Well-being, World Crafts, Motorhomes & Caravans, and the Village of Regional Crafts from the CMA Normandie. Restaurants, tasting areas, an educational farm, a sports village, a regional mini-enterprise fair, and a cinema complete the offering.

The park offers daily entertainment, craft demonstrations, practical workshops, and shows. The Saturday late-night openings, extended until 10 p.m., add a festive dimension to this family event. With prices ranging from free (children under 12, seniors on Tuesdays, weekday lunch slots) to 8 euros for a full-price ticket, the Rouen International Fair remains a popular and accessible event.