Bold Light 2026:
A new chapter for the Bold Optical Fair
When a trade show shifts location, the mood shifts with it. Bold Light 2026 enters the season with exactly that kind of renewed momentum.
On 2 March 2026 the compact spring edition of the Bold Optical Fair returns in a freshly renovated home, the Hertog Hal in the Brabanthallen in ’s-Hertogenbosch. The hall’s raw industrial character adds a sense of purpose to the event, a signal that this spring optical trade show Netherlands is ready to deliver something tighter, sharper and more energised.
Bold Light 2026 is created for opticians who want to shape their spring buying season with clarity. One focused day, a refined selection of brands, and a layout that eliminates visual noise. The show is known for its informal and accessible atmosphere, but this edition sharpens the spotlight on new collections, making it an efficient gateway into the buying cycle for both corrective frames and sunglasses.
A spring fair that fills up fast
Demand tells its own story. With 70 percent of the stand space already filled, Bold Light 2026 is heading toward another fully booked edition well ahead of schedule. Exhibitors see value in this compact format. A single powerful day, strong traffic, and an audience ready to place orders. The organisers expect a vibrant edition shaped by discovery and momentum.
Registration for opticians opens soon. Visitors will be able to attend the fair free of charge.
Why Bold Light 2026 stands out
The spring season needs a different rhythm than autumn. Buyers are preparing for high-turnover sun collections, fresh acetate colour stories, and lightweight metal concepts. Bold Light 2026 answers that demand.
The core strengths of this edition include a compact schedule, a curated brand mix, and a venue that visually reinforces the show’s modern identity. The Hertog Hal offers a clean, industrial backdrop that gives exhibitors and visitors a renewed sense of focus, ideal for early season product selection.
“Bold Light is a day full of energy, inspiration and new opportunities. The compact format keeps attention sharp, and visitors still discover a wide variety of brands.”
Over 100 participating brands and counting
The exhibitor list already includes more than one hundred names, illustrating the strength of the Bold Optical Fair community. Visitors can expect a diverse blend of mid- to high-segment brands, combining established houses with independent innovators.
A selection of confirmed brands for Bold Light 2026 includes:
Acid, Alex Spector, American Optical, Ana Hickmann, Andy Wolf, Art & Jack, AVA Bien-Lu, AVA Kids, AYZ, Azzaro, Banana Moon, Basta Classics, Basta Sports, Bellinger House, Berlin Eyewear, Betty Barclay, Bevel, Bovelo, Carven, Centrostyle, Charriol, Chroma, COBLENS, ColibriS, COOLOURS, De Brillenstylist, DITA Lancier, Dr. GRAM, EKKIU, Eleven Paris, Etnia Barcelona, F22 Titanium, Fashion Frames, FitOfar, Flips Eyewear, Frameworks2020, Frank Custom, Frédéric Beausoleil, Funk Schuster, Gerry Weber, Gouverneur, Guess, Heyelander, Hickmann, ic! berlin, iky Eyewear, INVU, Italart Eyewear, J.F. Rey, Johann von Goisern, Jos Eyewear, Kappa, Kunoqvist, l.a.Eyeworks, Lafont, L.G.R, Lamarca, Lapima, Lithe, LOOK, Lool, Lunor, Luxol, Masao, Masunaga, Matttew, MaxMara, MiNiMA, MODO, Moleskine, MYKITA, NIRVAN JAVAN, Nuxe, Odette Lunettes, Opal, Optometric Leisure Association, Out of Optics, Outspoken Eyewear, OVVO Optics, Parasite, Pascal Mathieu, Pellicer, Polar, Preciosa, Raen, Rēvo, Roy Robson, SportOfar, Steve McQueen, Studio Eyewear, Studio FB, Tom Ford, Trussardi, V-Design, VANNI, VonBogen, Wissing, Wollenweber Hornline, Woodys, Young, Zegna and ZipZap.
More brands will be announced in the coming weeks.
Conclusion
Bold Light 2026 returns with a refined sense of purpose. A new location, a powerful brand mix and a compact format designed to deliver clarity at the start of the buying season. For opticians searching for an efficient, inspiring and future-focused spring optical trade show in the Netherlands, this edition of the Bold Optical Fair promises to be the strongest yet.
About Bold Optical Fair
Bold Light 2026
March 2, 2026
De Brabanthallen, Den Bosch, The Netherlands
Bold Light is the spring edition of the Bold Optical Fair, created as a focused meeting point where opticians and suppliers come together to explore the newest trends, products and ideas shaping the season ahead.
While the main Bold event is known for its large-scale presentations and high-energy showcases, Bold Light brings the same spirit into a more intimate and efficient format.
Some stats from the last Bold edition (BOLD XXL 2025):
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“The Brabanthallen in ‘s-Hertogenbosch holds a deep-rooted history, stretching back to the early 20th century. Initially, these halls housed the Bossche Veemarkt, a bustling hub in the city center till 1931. With the escalating livestock trade, public spaces began to feel the strain, paving the way for the inauguration of the first fully enclosed livestock market complex in 1931. Now, this cherished venue is set to greet approximately 2,750 eye care specialists, primarily from the Netherlands, Germany, and Belgium, and even from countries beyond Europe, such as the United States.”
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.
Add BOLD to your agenda now to miss this chance to experience this new venue.
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