EVENT DETAILS
Join one of the most popular expat events organised by IamExpat Media in Eindhoven on Saturday, 8th of November, 2025. The IamExpat Fair is an international one-day event designed to connect and support the expat community in the Netherlands. Over the course of the day you can meet businesses and organisations offering a variety of services, attend presentations and workshops to help you thrive in the Netherlands, and encounter other internationals, all in a single location!
What: Expat Fair
When: Saturday, 8th of November, 2025, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Klokgebouw 50, 5617 AB Eindhoven, the Netherlands
Who: IamExpat Media
ABOUT THE IAMEXPAT FAIR
The IamExpat Fair is an international one-day event designed to connect and support the expat community in the Netherlands. Since its launch, the event has established itself as a leading expat fair in the Netherlands and became a popular meeting place for expats and local businesses. The fair is designed to support internationals in the Netherlands, providing them with everything they need in one location, on one day. The last edition held in Amsterdam has connected over 400 companies with more than 24.200 visitors from 150 countries around the world, and run 200 workshops and information sessions, making it the leading fair for internationals in the Netherlands.
At the 2025 edition of the IamExpat Fair in Eindhoven, you will learn all about life in the Netherlands: from finding a house, a job or a school for your kids, to choosing an accountant, a legal advisor and so on. The event venue, Het Klokgebouw is located at Strijp-S, once the industrial heartland of Philips. It was originally built in the 1920s as a Philips factory hall and still retains its industrial character. Browse the many stands, pick up free goodies here and there, go to informative workshops and presentations, and network with other expats and expat-friendly companies. All of this under one roof, for free!
Over the course of the day you can meet businesses and organisations offering a variety of services, attend presentations and workshops to help you thrive in the Netherlands, and encounter other internationals, all in a single location and free of charge with a complimentary goodie bag.
On top of browsing the stands, you can take advantage of various workshops, which run throughout the day, where you can have all of your expat-related questions answered.
Join the IamExpat Fair Eindhoven to:
- – Find all the services and businesses you need in a single location
- – Attend free workshops and presentations
- – Benefit from special offers only available at the IamExpat Fair
- – Learn how to navigate life in the Netherlands
- – Learn how to rent, buy property, and secure a mortgage
- – Meet recruiters and browse job vacancies
- – Find out how studying an MBA can transform your career
- – Discover expat-focused services and businesses
- – Find the perfect Dutch language school
- – Explore international schools, tutoring and educational opportunities for youth
- – Bring the whole family and have fun with the little ones in the supervised kids’ area
- – Connect with other expats, organisations and the international community
AGENDA
The fair is open between 10:00 a.m. and 5 p.m. In addition to visiting the exhibition you may attend several complimentary workshops and presentations at the fair. Various free workshops and presentations, where industry insiders will be sharing their knowledge on how things work in the Netherlands, will be running throughout the day. Most workshops and presentations at previous editions sold out, so please sign up and reserve your spot on time. To view the full programme and register please consult the official programme.
🕒 VENUE
The Klokgebouw is located in the heart of Strijp-S, Eindhoven’s most dynamic and creative district. Once the industrial heartland of Philips Electronics, Strijp-S has undergone a remarkable transformation into a thriving hub of design, technology, and innovation—while proudly preserving its industrial heritage. Today, it is home to a vibrant mix of startups, creative studios, cafés, concept stores, and cultural venues, making it one of the most inspiring places to visit in the Netherlands.
Originally built in the 1920s as a Philips factory hall, the Klokgebouw (literally “Clock Building”) retains its iconic industrial character with high ceilings, raw concrete, and vintage details. It now serves as a landmark venue for conferences, festivals, and exhibitions—where creativity meets history in a unique setting. Whether you’re travelling from Eindhoven or from across the country, the Klokgebouw is easy to reach by public transport, on foot, or by car.
DIRECTIONS
Klokgebouw is conveniently located at the heart of Strijp-S, making it easily accessible by various modes of public transport.
Klokgebouw 280
5617 AC Eindhoven
The Netherlands
By Car: Klokgebouw is well-connected via major motorways:
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From Amsterdam: take the A4
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From Rotterdam: take the A3
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From Utrecht: take the A12
Parking: The closest options for garage parking are:
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Parkeergarage Om De Hoek – Philitelaan 59F, 5617 AK Eindhoven
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Parkeergarage Langs het Spoor – Philitelaan 71, 5651 GW Eindhoven
By Public Transport: From Eindhoven Centraal Station:
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By train: Take an NS sprinter to Eindhoven Strijp-S station. From there, it’s just a 4-minute walk. A walk from Eindhoven Centraal Station will take 30 minutes.
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By bus: Take lines 401, 402, or 403 and get off at Strijp-S.
REGISTRATION
- – Entrance to the fair is free or €5 with prior online registration through Eventbrite.
- – There’s a limited quantity of complimentary tickets available.
- – After the complimentary Early Bird tickets are sold out, price goes up to €5.
- – If purchased at the door tickets cost €12.10.
- – You will need to register separately for workshops and presentations.
- – The first 2.000 visitors will receive a free tote bag.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this website is for inspiration and general reference only. While LaMatu aims to keep details accurate and up to date, we cannot guarantee their completeness or correctness. LaMatu is not responsible for any changes, updates, or cancellations related to this event. LaMatu disclaims any liability for errors, omissions, or decisions made based on this information. For the most current details, please refer to the official event organisers.