Salon des Maires et des Collectivités Locales 2026 – Paris, France

What to expect in 2026

Salon des Maires et des Collectivités Locales 2026 is a major professional meeting point for local authorities, elected officials, territorial executives, public-sector buyers, companies, startups, associations and institutions working on local development. The event is designed around practical solutions for municipalities and territories, with a strong focus on transition, innovation, public services, infrastructure and quality of life.

The 2026 edition is presented under the theme “L’audace est locale” and is intended to help newly elected teams, public-sector professionals and local decision-makers understand challenges, compare solutions and build projects for their territories. The organiser describes the show as a reference event for local public action, bringing together decision-makers and partners around concrete and operational solutions.

The exhibition combines a large-scale trade show with conferences, innovation areas, demonstrations, thematic atmospheres, laboratories and networking opportunities. Visitors can meet suppliers, technology companies, engineering firms, service providers, associations, public operators and institutions in one place.

Key experiences include:

• Local authority solutions: Discover products, services and technologies designed for municipalities and other public bodies.
• Innovation: Explore new solutions for digital transformation, environmental transition, mobility, infrastructure and public services.
• Professional conferences: Attend discussions focused on current local-government challenges.
• Innovation awards: Discover projects recognised for their contribution to territorial transformation.
• Demonstrations: See equipment, prototypes, technologies and services in practical settings.
• Networking: Meet suppliers, peers, experts, public operators and potential project partners.
• Specialist pathways: Follow dedicated programmes for new elected officials and territorial executives.

The event also incorporates the Salon des Sports et Parasports and the Salon de la Biodiversité et du Génie Écologique, extending the range of solutions available to local authorities.

Event dates

Salon des Maires et des Collectivités Locales 2026 will take place from November 24 to November 26, 2026, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in Paris, France.

The visitor opening hours are 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on the first two days and 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the final day.

The organiser confirms that the event will be held in Pavilion 7 of Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, at 1 Place de la Porte de Versailles, 75015 Paris. Visitor admission to the exhibition is free for registered professional visitors.

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Venue & exhibition site

The event will be hosted at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, one of France’s principal exhibition centres. For this edition, the Salon des Maires will occupy Pavilion 7, creating a new exhibition environment designed to make visitor circulation easier and strengthen connections between different sectors.

The venue provides large exhibition areas, conference facilities, meeting spaces, visitor services, catering and transport connections. Its central Paris location also makes it accessible from major railway stations, airports and business districts.

The exhibition site is organised around solutions relevant to local government rather than a single commercial industry. Visitors can therefore move between technology, infrastructure, mobility, environmental, social, cultural and public-service suppliers according to the requirements of their own projects.

The organiser’s interactive plan allows visitors to locate exhibitors and programme activities and to select points of interest for creating a personalised visit guide.

Full event programme

The 2026 programme is designed around the practical challenges faced by municipalities and other territorial authorities. It combines conferences, debates, demonstrations, innovation presentations, thematic areas and dedicated visitor pathways.

Important programme areas include:

• Local government transformation
• Ecological transition and climate adaptation
• Infrastructure and urban development
• Mobility and transport
• Digital transformation and responsible technology
• Public safety and risk management
• Health, social services and inclusion
• Economic development and territorial attractiveness
• Culture, leisure and events
• Sport and parasport
• Biodiversity and ecological engineering
• Public procurement and financing
• Employment and recruitment
• Housing and urban planning

New visitor pathways are also being introduced for newly elected officials and territorial executives. The new-elected pathway brings together selected conferences and activities intended to help new teams establish priorities and move rapidly into implementation, while the territorial-executive pathway focuses on regulation, procurement, organisation and operational constraints.

Key speakers & keynote speakers

The programme brings together elected officials, public-sector decision-makers, business leaders, experts, researchers, associations and representatives of institutions involved in local development.

The event’s speaker ecosystem is deliberately broad because local projects often require cooperation between several types of organisations. Discussions can involve mayors and local councillors alongside territorial executives, technical specialists, companies, researchers, associations and public operators.

The programme also provides space for solution providers to present practical projects. Companies participating in the Innovation Arenas can deliver short, focused pitches explaining their products, technologies or services and the local problems they are designed to address.

The organiser has also established specialist programme areas where experts can discuss specific challenges such as financing, territorial adaptation, mobility, logistics, risk management and resilient economic development.

Conference sessions & tracks

The conference programme addresses the strategic and operational issues that local authorities need to manage.

Key tracks include:

• Ecological transition: Energy efficiency, climate adaptation, biodiversity and resilient planning.
• Mobility: Public transport, active mobility, infrastructure, logistics and mobility management.
• Digital and technology: Responsible digitalisation, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and modern public services.
• Construction and urban development: Housing, public spaces, infrastructure, land management and renovation.
• Health and social policy: Healthcare access, ageing, inclusion, social services and quality of life.
• Economic attractiveness: Business development, commerce, employment, investment and local economic ecosystems.
• Safety and resilience: Prevention, emergency planning, risk management and crisis response.
• Culture and sport: Cultural policy, events, sporting infrastructure and inclusive activities.
• Public finance: Financing, prioritisation and investment planning.
• Territorial governance: Cooperation, public procurement, organisation and implementation.

The 2026 programme also introduces an “Atmosphère Foncier, Sol et Ressources”, an “Atmosphère Mobilité et Logistique” and an “Atmosphère Prévention/Gestion des Risques et Sécurité”. Dedicated Labs address productive and resilient territories as well as financing and territorial adaptation.

Session times & schedule

The exhibition opens from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on November 24 and November 25, and from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on November 26.

Conference sessions and activities are distributed throughout the exhibition programme. Conferences are open and free to registered visitors, with no advance conference registration required according to the organiser’s visitor FAQ.

The interactive programme and venue plan are designed to help visitors build a personalised itinerary. Visitors can identify exhibitors and presentations they want to attend and save or print selected activities.

A productive visit can include:

• Reviewing the exhibitor directory before arrival.
• Selecting priority conferences.
• Planning meetings with suppliers.
• Allowing time for innovation demonstrations.
• Visiting specialist Labs and Atmospheres.
• Exploring the Innovation Awards.
• Leaving time for informal discussions with exhibitors and other local-government professionals.

Because the programme can evolve, visitors should check the official event schedule and interactive plan before travelling.

Ticket types & registration

Admission to the Salon des Maires exhibition is free for professional visitors. A visitor badge is required to enter the exhibition, and badges can be obtained through the official registration process or at the reception areas.

The event is reserved for professional visitors, including elected officials, local-government executives, public-sector buyers, technical decision-makers and other professionals working with territorial authorities.

There is no standard paid visitor ticket price to convert into USD because general exhibition admission is free.

The Congress of Mayors of France, which takes place alongside the exhibition, operates separately. Access to the Congress requires a separate accreditation, so visitors should distinguish between exhibition registration and Congress participation.

Journalists also have a dedicated accreditation process. Accredited or non-accredited journalists can collect a press badge by presenting a press card according to the organiser’s published conditions.

Registration deadlines

The organiser provides online visitor registration for the event and also makes badges available at the exhibition reception areas.

Visitors should register before travelling so that their professional credentials and badge information are prepared in advance. Early registration can also make it easier to plan meetings, review exhibitors and organise a detailed itinerary.

There is no published paid-ticket deadline because exhibition admission is free. However, professional visitors should complete registration before arrival rather than relying entirely on on-site procedures.

Separate arrangements apply to the Congress of Mayors, press access and certain professional activities.

Exhibitor list & major companies

The 2026 exhibitor directory includes companies and organisations from a wide range of sectors serving local authorities. The organiser’s exhibition structure covers construction and urban development, transport and mobility, economic development, health and social services, environment and quality of life, security and prevention, culture, leisure and events.

The exhibitor ecosystem includes:

• Private companies and public operators
• Public-service concessionaires
• Startups
• Technology companies
• Software publishers
• Engineering firms
• Consultancies
• Architects and urban planners
• Responsible digital technology providers
• Social and solidarity-economy organisations
• Government agencies and institutions
• Associations representing elected officials

Technology participation includes major companies working with local authorities. Dell Technologies, together with Computacenter and NVIDIA, is highlighted by the organiser in connection with artificial intelligence for municipalities.

The final exhibitor directory should be used to confirm individual companies and stand locations before visiting.

Exhibition halls & floor plan

The 2026 edition moves the Salon des Maires into Pavilion 7 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. The new space is intended to create a clearer exhibition route, improve connections between sectors and simplify visitor navigation.

The principal exhibition sectors include:

• Construction & Urban Development: Urban planning, architecture, engineering, public works, construction, renovation, public-space design, landscaping and sustainable construction.
• Transport & Mobility: Roads, public transport, fleet management, charging, traffic management, parking, shared mobility, cycling and urban logistics.
• Development, Attractiveness & Territorial Cohesion: Economic development, commerce, employment, territorial attractiveness and local investment.
• Health, Social Services, Childhood & Living Together: Health services, social policy, ageing, childhood, inclusion and community services.
• Environment & Quality of Life: Energy, water, waste, environmental management, climate adaptation and public-space quality.
• Security, Prevention & Protection: Public safety, risk prevention, emergency planning and security technologies.
• Culture, Leisure & Events: Cultural facilities, events, tourism, leisure, sport and community activities.

The interactive floor plan allows visitors to locate exhibitors and programme activities and create a personalised guide.

Networking & business meetings

Networking is central to the Salon des Maires because the exhibition is designed around cooperation between local authorities and their suppliers, partners and peers.

Elected officials and territorial executives can meet companies offering solutions for current or planned projects, while exhibitors gain direct access to professional decision-makers.

Networking opportunities include:

• Supplier meetings: Discuss products, services and implementation possibilities.
• Peer exchanges: Compare approaches with other local-government professionals.
• Innovation meetings: Explore emerging technologies and prototypes.
• Expert discussions: Obtain specialist perspectives on technical or regulatory issues.
• Public-sector partnerships: Identify organisations capable of supporting territorial projects.
• Startup connections: Discover smaller companies developing specialised solutions.
• Recruitment: Connect candidates with public and private employers through the recruitment programme.

The event’s overall structure encourages visitors to move beyond simple product discovery and discuss how solutions can be adapted to real territorial requirements.

Industry sectors & highlights

The Salon des Maires covers almost every major area of local public action.

Important sectors include:

• Urban planning and land management
• Construction and public works
• Roads and infrastructure
• Public transport
• Mobility and logistics
• Energy and climate adaptation
• Water and waste management
• Biodiversity and ecological engineering
• Digital services and cybersecurity
• Artificial intelligence
• Public safety and risk prevention
• Healthcare and social services
• Education and childhood
• Housing
• Economic development
• Commerce and local attractiveness
• Culture and events
• Sport and leisure
• Accessibility and inclusion
• Public procurement and financing

The 2026 programme adds new spaces dedicated to land, soil and resources; mobility and logistics; prevention, risk management and security; productive and resilient territories; and territorial financing and adaptation.

The “Journée de l’Innovation sociale” focuses on practical solutions related to housing, employment, health and food, while the “Journée Jeunesse” addresses youth perspectives on employment, mobility, housing, environment and sport.

Event rules & visitor information

The exhibition is reserved for professional visitors and requires a visitor badge. General exhibition admission is free, while the Congress of Mayors requires separate accreditation.

Security procedures apply at the venue. Visitors may be asked to open coats and bags for visual inspection, and luggage may be checked by security teams. Additional security procedures can be applied when necessary.

Important visitor information includes:

• Professional access: A professional visitor badge is required.
• Security checks: Bags and coats may be inspected at entry.
• Conference access: Conferences are free and open to registered visitors.
• Congress access: Separate accreditation is required for the Congress.
• Press access: Journalists can obtain dedicated press credentials.
• Programme changes: Sessions and activities may be adjusted by the organiser.
• Accessibility assistance: Visitors requiring mobility assistance can contact the organiser in advance.

The organiser recommends checking the official visitor information before travelling for the latest access and security conditions.

How to get there

Paris Expo Porte de Versailles is located at 1 Place de la Porte de Versailles in the 15th arrondissement of Paris.

The venue is directly connected to several public-transport routes, making it accessible from central Paris and major railway connections. Visitors can use Metro Line 12, tramways T2 and T3a, or buses serving Porte de Versailles.

For visitors arriving by car, designated parking facilities are available around the exhibition centre. Because traffic can be heavy around major exhibitions, public transport is a practical alternative for many visitors.

Public transport & parking

The official access information identifies several public-transport options:

• Metro: Line 12, Porte de Versailles station.
• Tramway: T2 and T3a, Porte de Versailles – Parc des Expositions.
• Bus: Line 80, Porte de Versailles – Parc des Expositions.
• Bus: Line 39, Desnouettes.
• Bicycle: Bicycle facilities are available around the venue.
• Car: Parking facilities serve the exhibition complex.

Visitors using public transport should follow the venue signage toward the appropriate entrance for Pavilion 7.

Those arriving by car should use official parking facilities and allow additional time for traffic. Parking conditions can vary according to wider events taking place at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.

Accommodation areas

Visitors can choose accommodation in several neighbourhoods around the exhibition centre.

Porte de Versailles: The closest option, ideal for visitors who want to walk to the exhibition and minimise daily transport.

Vaugirard and Convention: These neighbourhoods offer hotels, restaurants and easy Metro connections while remaining close to the venue.

Montparnasse: A convenient central base with extensive hotel options, restaurants and strong public-transport connections.

Invalides and central Paris: Suitable for visitors combining the exhibition with meetings elsewhere in the city.

Saint-Germain-des-Prés: A central cultural district with restaurants, hotels and connections toward Porte de Versailles.

Boulogne-Billancourt: An alternative accommodation area west of the venue that can work well for visitors with meetings in western Paris.

Visitors should book accommodation early when attending large professional exhibitions because availability and room rates can change significantly.

Previous year’s highlights

The previous edition attracted 65,672 visitors and 1,380 exhibitors, with 448 speaking engagements, 45 official visits, 176 innovation candidates and nearly 600 journalists. The organiser reported an 8.4% increase in visitor numbers compared with the previous edition.

The programme addressed practical territorial issues including energy efficiency, water management, climate adaptation, infrastructure modernisation, inclusion, ageing, decarbonised mobility, safety, cybersecurity, economic attractiveness, culture and sport.

The Innovation Arena, Labs, Atmospheres and immersive spaces provided opportunities to see practical projects rather than relying only on traditional conference presentations. The event also included specialist areas focused on mobility, solar energy, reuse and other local-transition topics.

The Salon de la Biodiversité et du Génie Écologique continued to provide a dedicated environment for biodiversity, ecological engineering, renaturation and nature-based territorial solutions.

The Innovation Awards also highlighted projects across areas such as energy efficiency, decarbonised mobility, ecological planning, responsible digital technology, risk management, inclusion, local attractiveness and sustainable housing.

Official registration & tickets

Official visitor registration is available through the Salon des Maires website. The general exhibition is free for professional visitors, but a visitor badge is required for entry.

Visitors should use the official website to:

• Obtain a free visitor badge.
• Review the 2026 exhibitor directory.
• Explore the programme.
• Check the interactive exhibition plan.
• Identify innovation spaces.
• Review transport and venue information.
• Find accessibility information.
• Follow programme announcements.
• Check requirements for press or Congress access.

The official website also provides dedicated information for exhibitors, including participation options, exhibitor services, innovation awards and pitch opportunities.

For professional visitors, registration is the principal step for accessing the exhibition. The Congress of Mayors remains a separate event with its own accreditation requirements.