Fiera Didacta Italia 2027 – Florence, Italy

• March 10, 2027
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• March 12, 2027
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What to expect

Fiera Didacta Italia is the most important fair in Italy and one of the leading events in Europe dedicated to innovation in the world of education, vocational training, and the relationship between school and work. Organized by Firenze Fiera in partnership with INDIRE as scientific partner and in cooperation with Didacta International, the German organizer of the original Didacta concept, the fair represents a unique meeting point for the entire education ecosystem. The event is supported by the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of University and Research, and a broad organizing committee that includes leading institutions in the education sector.

Visitors can expect a comprehensive and immersive experience that combines a large exhibition area with an intensive scientific and training programme. The fair is aimed at teachers and head teachers of all levels, educators, university professors, researchers, school administrators, local authorities, students, families, and companies operating in the education supply chain. More than just a trade show, Didacta is a professional development platform where participants can explore innovative teaching methods, educational technologies, learning environments, and inclusive education practices through hands-on workshops, seminars, and immersive experiences.

The event showcases solutions for every educational segment from early childhood to higher education, vocational training, ITS, and lifelong learning. The atmosphere is highly professional, collaborative, and forward-looking, with a strong focus on digital transformation, sustainability, well-being at school, and active citizenship. The fair is also a marketplace for educational publishers, technology providers, furniture manufacturers, and service companies that support schools in their innovation journey.

Event dates

March 10–12, 2027
All official opening hours, detailed scientific programme, and registration deadlines will be published on https://fieradidacta.indire.it/. For information, contact +39 055 49721 or info@firenzefiera.it.

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Venue & event site

Fiera Didacta Italia takes place at the Fortezza da Basso, Viale Filippo Strozzi 1, Florence, Italy. The Fortezza da Basso is one of the most important exhibition venues in Italy, a monumental Renaissance fortress commissioned by Duke Alessandro de’ Medici and now serving as Florence’s main fair and congress center. Its historic bastions, spacious pavilions, and modern conference facilities provide an inspiring setting for education innovation.

The venue is organized to host both large exhibition areas and multiple training rooms of different capacities. The Spadolini Pavilion hosts the main exhibition with stands from publishers, technology companies, furniture manufacturers, and institutions. The Cavaniglia and other pavilions are dedicated to immersive workshops, seminars, and conferences, with rooms equipped for up to 80 participants for intensive training sessions and smaller rooms for focused group work. Outdoor courtyards and internal galleries are used for networking, installation of innovative learning environments, and hands-on demonstrations.

Located within walking distance of Santa Maria Novella railway station, the Fortezza is easily accessible from Florence historic center and is well connected to major transport hubs. The venue offers modern services including Wi-Fi throughout, business center, catering, and accessibility services, ensuring comfortable participation for thousands of educators and professionals.

Full education programme

The full education programme at Didacta Italia is developed by INDIRE, the National Institute for Documentation, Innovation and Educational Research, as scientific partner, and is considered the heart of the fair. The programme includes hundreds of training events including workshops, seminars, conferences, and immersive experiences covering all aspects of educational innovation.

The scientific programme is structured into thematic tracks that address current priorities in education. Tracks include digital innovation and artificial intelligence in teaching, STEM and STEAM education, inclusive education and special educational needs, early childhood education, learning environments and school architecture, vocational training and ITS, orientation and relationship between school and work, sustainability and civic education, well-being and emotional learning, and educational leadership and school management.

Each training event is led by experts including university professors, researchers, experienced teachers, pedagogists, and international guests. Workshops are designed as hands-on sessions where participants can experiment with new methodologies, tools, and technologies directly applicable in classroom practice. The programme also includes best practice presentations from schools that have implemented innovative projects with support from INDIRE and European programmes such as Erasmus+.

The programme is published online several months before the fair, allowing participants to consult the scientific agenda, select activities of interest, and complete registration by purchasing tickets directly on the portal. The use of teacher’s card is accepted for payment, facilitating professional development for Italian teachers.

Universities & educational institutions

Didacta Italia brings together a wide network of universities, research institutions, and educational organizations that present their training offers, research results, and innovation projects.

Universities: Leading Italian universities present degree courses in primary education sciences, pedagogy, psychology, and teacher training, as well as master’s programmes and specialization courses for teachers and school leaders. Universities also showcase research on learning sciences, educational technology, and inclusive education.

INDIRE and Research Institutes: INDIRE presents its research activities, support to schools, and European projects including Erasmus+, eTwinning, and EPALE. Other research bodies including INVALSI, INAPP, and CNR contribute with data on learning outcomes, labor market needs, and innovation monitoring.

ITS – Higher Technical Institutes: The ITS system, representing higher technical education closely linked to enterprises, presents courses in strategic sectors such as mechanics, mechatronics, ICT, energy efficiency, sustainable mobility, and agri-food, highlighting the connection between education and employment.

Schools and Educational Networks: Innovative schools from across Italy, including Avanguardie Educative, Piccole Scuole, and other INDIRE-supported networks, present best practices, projects, and experimental teaching models such as debate, service learning, flipped classroom, and outdoor education.

Courses & study programmes

Courses and study programmes presented at Didacta cover the entire educational pathway and continuous professional development for educators.

Initial Teacher Training: Courses for future teachers including degree courses, TFA, and specialization paths for support teachers, with focus on innovative didactics, classroom management, and inclusion.

In-Service Teacher Training: Professional development courses on digital competences, coding and robotics, CLIL, innovative assessment, classroom differentiation, and subject-specific didactics for Italian, mathematics, science, languages, and arts. Many courses are eligible for teacher’s card.

Leadership and School Management: Training for head teachers and school administrators on school autonomy, evaluation, PNRR and European funds management, organizational innovation, and community building.

Vocational and Technical Education: Programmes linking school and work including alternanza scuola-lavoro, apprenticeship, orientation, and development of transversal skills such as entrepreneurship, problem solving, and digital citizenship.

Lifelong Learning and Adult Education: Courses for adult educators, CPIA, and second chance education, focusing on inclusion, literacy, and upskilling and reskilling for labor market transitions.

Exhibitors & education providers

Exhibitors at Didacta Italia include a comprehensive range of companies and institutions operating in the education supply chain, with over 300 exhibitors in recent editions.

Publishers and Content Providers: Educational publishers presenting textbooks, digital content, learning platforms, and innovative teaching materials for all school levels, including solutions for inclusive education and CLIL.

EdTech and Technology Providers: Companies offering interactive whiteboards, tablets, laptops, robotics kits, 3D printers, virtual reality headsets, learning management systems, and software for classroom management and assessment.

Furniture and Learning Environments: Manufacturers of school furniture, modular classrooms, libraries, science labs, makerspaces, and outdoor learning equipment that support flexible and innovative learning spaces.

Institutions and Service Providers: Ministry of Education, regional school offices, local authorities, trade unions, associations, foundations, and Erasmus+ national agency presenting opportunities, funding, and support services for schools.

Training Providers and Universities: Universities, ITS, training agencies, and language schools presenting post-diploma and post-graduate opportunities, certification courses, and international mobility programmes.

Seminars, talks & workshops

Seminars, talks, and workshops form the core interactive dimension of Didacta, with hundreds of events running simultaneously during fair days.

Immersive Workshops: Hands-on sessions lasting 50 minutes to 2 hours where participants work in small groups to experiment with methodologies such as design thinking, tinkering, coding with Scratch, robotics with LEGO and Arduino, outdoor education, and cooperative learning. Workshops are bookable through portal and include materials and certificates.

Conferences and Keynotes: Plenary sessions and thematic conferences featuring national and international experts discussing macro themes such as future of school, artificial intelligence and ethics, sustainability and Agenda 2030, and well-being at school. Recent editions have featured directors from Ministry of Education, researchers from OECD, and innovators from European education systems.

Best Practice Seminars: Teachers and head teachers present concrete projects implemented in their schools, sharing outcomes, challenges, and replicability, fostering peer learning and community building among Avanguardie Educative and other networks.

Corporate Workshops: Exhibitors organize training slots in dedicated rooms, presenting their products and methodologies in educational context, such as use of interactive boards, digital textbooks, and lab equipment, with sessions bookable as part of fair programme.

Admission & registration

Admission to Didacta Italia requires purchase of ticket through official portal and registration for selected training events. The fair uses an integrated system where participants consult scientific programme, select events of interest, and complete purchase directly on portal.

1-Day Ticket: USD 17.40
Previously EUR 16.00. Valid for single day, allows access to exhibition area and participation in training events scheduled for that day upon prior booking through portal. Includes access to all open conferences.

2-Day Ticket: USD 27.10
Previously EUR 25.00. Valid for two consecutive days, ideal for participants who wish to follow multiple training tracks and explore exhibition thoroughly.

3-Day Full Ticket: USD 32.50
Previously EUR 30.00. Valid for entire duration of fair, provides best value for teachers and school leaders attending intensive professional development programme.

Teacher’s Card Payment: All tickets can be purchased using Carta del Docente, the Italian teacher’s card for professional development, through portal procedure.

Registration requires personal account on fieradidacta.indire.it portal with professional profile. Early registration is recommended as workshops have limited places and sell out quickly. Access to exhibition without training events may be possible with basic ticket depending on edition.

Scholarships & funding opportunities

Didacta Italia serves as information hub for scholarships and funding opportunities that support educational innovation, mobility, and professional development.

Erasmus+ Programme: The Erasmus+ National Agency presents opportunities for school staff mobility, student mobility, strategic partnerships, and eTwinning projects, with dedicated info sessions and individual consulting at fair. Access to Erasmus events is free for teachers who have purchased training ticket, with registration through dedicated page.

PNRR and National Funds: Sessions dedicated to National Recovery and Resilience Plan funds for schools, including digital transition, STEM labs, innovative learning environments, and measures against early school leaving, with guidance on project design and reporting.

Teacher’s Card and Professional Development Funds: Information on use of Carta del Docente for training, school funds for teacher training, and regional funds supporting school innovation and inclusion projects.

Scholarships for Students and Schools: Presentation of scholarships for student mobility, ITS courses with paid internships, and competitions that award schools with equipment, training, or financial support for innovative projects.

Student services & career guidance

Didacta includes services and programmes dedicated to students, families, and young people exploring educational and career pathways.

Orientation Services: Areas dedicated to school orientation, ITS orientation, and university orientation where students can meet advisors, explore study programmes, and receive guidance on choice of secondary school, university, or vocational path.

Career Guidance and School-Work Transition: Workshops and seminars on development of transversal skills, entrepreneurship education, CV writing, and preparation for world of work, with participation of companies and employment agencies.

Inclusive Education and Well-being Services: Presentation of services supporting students with special educational needs, counseling, psychological support, and anti-bullying initiatives, with involvement of associations and local health authorities.

Family Engagement: Sessions for parents on supporting learning, digital citizenship, and collaboration between school and family, promoting co-responsibility in educational process.

International study opportunities

International dimension is strong at Didacta through European programmes and international exhibitors.

Erasmus+ and International Mobility: Detailed information on opportunities for pupils, students, teachers, and staff to study, train, or volunteer abroad within Erasmus+ programme, including school exchange partnerships and VET mobility.

eTwinning and European School Networks: Presentation of eTwinning platform that connects schools across Europe for collaborative projects, with workshops on designing European projects and using digital tools for international collaboration.

Foreign Language Learning and Certifications: Exhibitors presenting language courses, certifications such as Cambridge, Trinity, DELF, and study abroad programmes including summer schools and academic exchanges.

International Education Models: Seminars on education systems from Finland, Estonia, Singapore, and other high-performing countries, with comparative analysis and lessons for Italian context, often featuring international researchers and policy makers.

Event rules & visitor information

Professional Focus: Didacta is primarily aimed at education professionals, teachers, head teachers, educators, university students in education, and companies operating in education sector. Access requires ticket and registration for training events.

Badge and Access Control: Entry badge with QR code must be presented at entrance and in training rooms. Workshops require prior booking through portal; places are limited and assigned on first-come first-served basis.

Conduct in Training Rooms: Participants are requested to arrive on time, respect room capacity, and actively participate in hands-on activities. Materials and certificates are provided through portal after attendance.

Photography and Recording: Photography for personal use is allowed in exhibition area, but recording of training sessions may be restricted by speakers. Please respect signage and instructions.

Sustainability and Digital Materials: Didacta promotes sustainable practices including digital programmes, reduction of printed materials, and use of reusable materials in workshops. Participants are encouraged to bring personal devices for interactive activities.

How to get there

Fiera Didacta Italia takes place at Fortezza da Basso, Viale Filippo Strozzi 1, Florence. The venue is centrally located and easily reachable.

By train, Santa Maria Novella railway station, Florence’s main station, is located within walking distance, approximately 5 to 10 minutes on foot, served by high-speed connections from Milan, Rome, Venice, Bologna, and Naples.

By car, Florence is connected to A1 Milan-Rome and A11 Florence-Pisa motorways. Follow signs for Firenze Centro and then Fortezza da Basso. On-site parking is limited; use of public transport is recommended.

By plane, Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport and Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport offer international connections, with tram and bus links to Santa Maria Novella station and then walking to venue.

Detailed directions, accessibility information, and updates are available on https://fieradidacta.indire.it/.

Public transport & parking

Public Transport: Florence’s public transport system operated by Autolinee Toscane includes buses and tram lines T1 and T2 that connect Santa Maria Novella station and city center to Fortezza da Basso. Bus stops near venue include Fortezza, Stazione, and Faenza. During fair, increased frequency and special signage guide visitors to entrances. A single ticket costs approximately USD 1.60 and is valid for 90 minutes. Tram connection from airport to center is also available.

Parking: On-street parking near Fortezza is limited and metered. Recommended parking facilities include Parcheggio Fortezza Fiera, Parcheggio Stazione Santa Maria Novella, and Parcheggio Parterre, all within 5 to 15 minutes walk, with rates around USD 2.70 to USD 3.80 per hour. Park-and-ride facilities at Villa Costanza and other peripheral lots with tram connection are recommended for visitors arriving by car. Bicycle parking and bike-sharing stations are available near venue.

Taxi and Ride Services: Taxi stands are located at Santa Maria Novella station and at Fortezza entrance. App-based ride services operate in Florence with designated pickup points.

Accommodation areas

Florence offers extensive accommodation options, with early booking strongly recommended due to high demand during fair period.

Historic Center and Santa Maria Novella Area: Hotels, B&Bs, and boutique residences within walking distance of Fortezza da Basso, ideal for participants who wish to be close to venue and to Florence’s artistic attractions.

Firenze Fiera and Business District: Modern hotels catering to exhibitors and professional visitors, offering business services, early breakfast, and shuttle to venue.

University and Novoli Area: Budget-friendly accommodations near University of Florence campuses, suitable for students and young teachers, with bus connections to Fortezza.

Hills and Scenic Areas: Hotels and agriturismi in hills surrounding Florence, providing tranquil environment after intensive training days, with bus connections to center.

Many hotels offer Didacta packages including tickets and special rates. Official hospitality partner listed on fair website provides support for group bookings.

Accessibility

Fortezza da Basso is progressively adapted for accessibility, with ramp access to most pavilions, accessible restrooms, and elevators where available. Due to historic nature of fortress with uneven flooring and steps in some areas, staff assistance is available on request at information points.

Free or reduced entrance and dedicated support may be granted to visitors with disabilities plus one companion upon presentation of valid documentation. Large-print programmes, accessible workshop formats, and sign language interpretation are organized on selected days upon reservation through organizer.

For specific accessibility needs or assistance during visit, contact info@firenzefiera.it or +39 055 49721 in advance to arrange support. The venue is committed to making education innovation accessible to all.

Previous year’s highlights

Recent editions of Didacta Italia have confirmed its role as leading event for educational innovation in Italy, with growing participation of teachers, schools, and companies. The fair has hosted hundreds of training events across multiple thematic tracks, with strong focus on digital innovation, inclusion, and sustainability.

Highlights included plenary sessions with Ministry of Education representatives, OECD researchers, and international experts discussing future of school and artificial intelligence in education. Best practice presentations from Avanguardie Educative schools showcased concrete innovations such as outdoor education, debate, service learning, and flipped classroom, fostering peer learning community.

Exhibition area presented latest solutions from publishers, EdTech providers, and furniture manufacturers, with immersive installations of innovative learning environments, makerspaces, and STEM labs. The Erasmus+ area provided free access to events for ticket holders and attracted large number of teachers interested in European mobility. The event’s organization by Firenze Fiera with scientific partnership of INDIRE and cooperation with Didacta International ensured high scientific quality and international outlook.

Official registration

Official registration for Fiera Didacta Italia 2027 is managed exclusively through official portal https://fieradidacta.indire.it/. Participants must create personal account, consult scientific programme, select training events of interest, and complete purchase directly on portal.

Tickets can be purchased using standard payment methods and Carta del Docente. After purchase, participants receive QR code badge and access to selected events. Registration for free events and Erasmus+ area requires separate registration through dedicated pages.

Beware of unofficial sellers claiming to sell Didacta tickets. All official information, including programme, exhibitor list, and accommodation support, is available only on official website. For assistance, contact info@firenzefiera.it or +39 055 49721.

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