ISE in Barcelona is just around the corner – and especially for first-time visitors, many questions arise: What are the key innovations? How do I get to the exhibition venue? What are the opening hours? Here's the overview from our ISE-experienced editors.
ISE 2026: The invidis Trade Show Guide
For the fifth time, ISE will take place in Barcelona. From February 3 to 6, the doors of Fira de Barcelona – Gran Via will open to the international AV industry. More than 1,700 exhibitors will present their solutions across over 100,000 square meters of exhibition space.
Given the scale of the show, good planning is essential. That’s why invidis provides this practical ISE guide, answering the most important questions for visitors.
How do I get a ticket?
Visitors can register directly via the official ISE website. By using the code ISE2026invidis, registration is free of charge. After registering, the ticket can be downloaded and printed.
ISE recommends bringing a printed badge to the venue. Alternatively, badge printing services are available at the entrances and at the airport.
How do I get to ISE 2026?
The Fira Gran Via venue is very well connected to public transportation.
By bus:
Bus lines H12, V1, 46, 65, and 79 stop close to the exhibition center. From there, it’s a 5–10 minute walk to the venue.
By metro:
Several metro lines provide convenient access:
- Metro Line L9 runs directly from the airport to the Fira and Europa | Fira stations. The Fira station offers easy access to both the South and East entrances.
- From Europa | Fira, visitors can quickly reach the South Entrance and the Main Entrance.
- For the North Entrance, the Foc station on Line L10 is the best option.
Free shuttle service:
ISE also offers a free shuttle bus service:
- Morning: From Plaça Espanya to the North Entrance, every 15 minutes between 8:30 am and 12:00 pm
- Afternoon/Evening (Tuesday–Thursday): From the South and North entrances back to Plaça Espanya, every 15 minutes from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
- Friday: Shuttle service runs every 15 minutes from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Do I need a public transport ticket?
ISE 2026 visitors traveling from outside Barcelona receive a free public transport ticket for Zone 1.
- Valid for three days from first use
- Only usable during the show dates: Tuesday, February 3, to Friday, February 6
- Valid on metro, buses, and local trains, including travel to and from the airport
Tickets can be collected after ISE registration:
- On-site at the exhibition venue
- At Barcelona Airport (Terminals T1 and T2B)
- At Plaça Espanya
Exhibition halls at a glance
- Hall 1: Unified Communications & Education Technology
- Hall 2: Unified Communications & Education Technology / Residential & Smart Building
- Hall 3: Multi-Technology
- Hall 4: Digital Signage, DooH & Broadcast AV
- Hall 5: Multi-Technology
- Hall 6: Lighting & Staging
- Hall 7: Audio
- Hall 8.0 (Ground Floor): Audio Demo Rooms
- Hall 8.1 (Upper Floor): Audio, Lighting & Staging, Multi-Technology
An interactive floor plan is available on the ISE website, making it easy to locate exhibitors and conference rooms.
Which entrance should I use?
Visitors can access the venue through three entrances:
- South Entrance: Main entrance with the highest visitor volume
- East Entrance: Located between Halls 2 and 3
- North Entrance: Best access point for Halls 6, 7, and 8
Opening hours
- Tuesday, February 3 – Thursday, February 5: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Friday, February 6: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Early opening:
Halls 1, 2, 3, and 8.0, as well as the upper-level corridor, open at 9:00 am.
What’s new at ISE 2026?
A key highlight this year is the Spark Conference, debuting in Hall 8.1. This new format connects the ProAV industry with the creative economy, focusing on storytelling and AI applications in design and gaming.
Another new addition is the Cybersecurity Summit, which addresses the protection of connected AV systems and presents strategies to defend against digital threats within corporate IT infrastructures.
A full overview of all conferences and summits at ISE 2026 is available on invidis.
Where is Fira Gran Via Barcelona located?
The Fira Gran Via venue is located southwest of Barcelona. Officially, it is situated in L’Hospitalet del Llobregat, the second-largest city in Catalonia. Barcelona’s city center is approximately 10 kilometers (6 miles) away.
Address:
Fira Barcelona – Gran Via
Av. Joan Carles I, 64
08908 L’Hospitalet del Llobregat
Barcelona, Spain
