A new and larger venue has been found for Bold Optical Fair. The next edition of the Dutch optical event will take place at the “Brabanthallen” in Den Bosch on 8 and 9 September 2024.
With this move, BOLD XXL not only increases the space for exhibitors but also offers numerous advantages for visitors. The Brabanthallen, with more than 4,000 parking spaces, allows visitors to visit the fair easily and comfortably.
The indoor climate in September in this new venue will also be more pleasant, improving the overall experience for all attendees.
Add BOLD XXL to your agenda now to miss this chance to experience the new venue and visit an even bigger and more impressive BOLD XXL. Check the preliminary list of participants online, to see the 290+ brands already signed up.
In addition, Den Bosch is a wonderful city to visit. known for its historical charm and vibrant atmosphere, and also offers a great opportunity for a weekend getaway. Here are three highlights of the city:
St John’s Cathedral:
Admire the beautiful Gothic architecture of this impressive cathedral, one of Den Bosch’s highlights.
The Binnendieze:
Explore the city from the water with a cruise through the centuries-old canals of the Binnendieze.
The Bossche Bol :
Taste the local delicacy, the famous Bossche Bol, at one of the city’s many bakeries.
Save the date: BOLD XXL Datum: 8 + 9 September 2024
Venue: Brabanthallen, Den Bosch
About Bold Optical Fair
Bold is the optical event of The Netherlands, where opticians and suppliers come together for a large-scale presentation of the latest trends, products, developments, inspiration, and much more. The place for inspiration, purchasing, innovations, experience, and everything related to optics or store improvement can be found here.
The new location for BOLD XXL on September 8+9, 2024 will be ‘De Brabanthallen’ in Den Bosch. This new location is larger, with more than enough parking space right next to the door for both suppliers and visitors. This location will also be a relief in terms of temperature in September!
Bold Optical Fair was founded in early 2016 as a unique purchasing event for independent opticians in the Netherlands. It’s the place for inspiration, purchasing, innovations, experience, and everything related to optics or store improvement.
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