Prolight + Sound Frankfurt – a stage for event, lighting, and AV technology

Technology, creativity, and innovation in tune with the event industry

Prolight + Sound Frankfurt is the leading international trade fair for technologies and services related to entertainment, shows, audiovisual productions, and events. It brings together the key sectors of the event industry and provides an impressive stage for everything that enables sound, light, image, and movement at the highest technical level. Every year, trade visitors from all over the world come to Frankfurt to find out about and discuss the latest developments in lighting technology, sound technology, stage technology, media technology, and event services. Whether theater stage, concert arena, festival grounds, or hybrid conference environment—Prolight + Sound covers all relevant trades in great detail. This makes it not only a product show, but also a creative innovation lab that combines technical precision with artistic ambition.

A trade fair that reflects live communication

The rapid development in event and media technology is strongly influenced by digitalization, sustainability issues, safety requirements, and new forms of live communication. At Prolight + Sound, manufacturers, service providers, operators, and creative minds come together to discuss which tools and concepts will shape the stages of the future. The exhibition spectrum ranges from high-quality light sources and sophisticated audio systems to special solutions for stages, rigging, laser technology, video mapping, signal management, network technology, and broadcast integration. New technologies such as extended reality (XR), virtual production, immersive media, and AI-controlled control systems are also increasingly present. Anyone interested in other trade fairs in Frankfurt will find what they are looking for at Frankfurt Trade Fair, where the most important events in technology, design, and culture are clearly listed.

Live demonstrations and hands-on technology

A special feature of Prolight + Sound is the high experience factor. Many exhibitors rely on interactive presentations: large demo stages, live shows, sound runs, and light shows demonstrate products directly in use. Visitors experience not only individual devices, but complete system solutions in a practical environment. Sound and lighting technology in particular only unfolds its full effect when used in combination – and this is precisely what is impressively staged at the trade fair. Whether it's moving lights running in sync, immersive 3D audio experiences, or flexible control centers for complex shows – Prolight + Sound is a place where technologies become visible, audible, and tangible.

Focus on networking and knowledge transfer

In addition to the product exhibition, the trade-oriented supporting program is the second major pillar of the trade fair. In panels, lectures, masterclasses, and training modules, experts discuss current trends – such as the digitization of event control, remote solutions in theater operations, energy efficiency in touring, and new business models for event agencies. Formats such as the “ProAudio College,” the “Broadcast + Production Forum Stage,” and the “Future Talents Day” program are specifically aimed at different target groups. Young talents, career changers, freelancers, and established industry professionals alike will find inspiration for their work – practical, inspiring, and discursive.

A market for services, software, and service structures

In addition to hardware—i.e., lighting technology, sound reinforcement, rigging, and video—the field of software and event IT is steadily growing in importance. Prolight + Sound showcases tools that can be used to efficiently organize event planning, security management, ticketing, crowd flow, monitoring, and control. Sustainability tools – such as CO₂ calculators for tours or tracking solutions to reduce energy consumption – are also part of the exhibitor portfolio. Many providers rely on modular platform solutions that can be used flexibly both at trade fairs and for mobile shows or hybrid events.

Safety and sustainability as cross-cutting issues

Safety is a key aspect in the event industry – especially in times of increasing technical complexity and growing audience numbers. Prolight + Sound takes this into account: specialist presentations and product demonstrations focus on evacuation technology, fire protection, access control, reliability, and digital emergency planning. At the same time, sustainability is playing an increasingly important role. From energy-saving LED technology and durable stage modules to recyclable rigging equipment and intelligent energy management, numerous exhibitors are demonstrating that professional event technology is no longer at odds with environmental responsibility.

Frankfurt as a location for a global stage

With its central location, diverse event venues, and high international reach, the city of Frankfurt offers ideal conditions for Prolight + Sound. Not least due to its close connection to Musikmesse—with which it ran in conjunction for many years—the trade fair has become a fixed date in the calendar of the international event industry. The interdisciplinary structure of the visitors – from concert organizers and film production companies to theaters, opera houses, trade fairs, and corporate event agencies – makes Frankfurt the ideal meeting place.

Technology meets emotion: The future of show technology

Prolight + Sound Frankfurt proves that technology is not just a tool, but a means of design. From planning software to laser effects, from acoustic engineering to network infrastructure – this is where the foundations are laid for shows, conferences, cultural projects, and experiences that move people. For industry insiders, creative minds, and tech-savvy professionals, this trade fair is not only a source of inspiration, but also a professional working environment that invites exchange on an equal footing. Further information can be found on the organizer's website: pls.messefrankfurt.com