GRASSIMESSE 2025 in Leipzig

GRASSIMESSE 2025 will take place from October 24 to 26, 2025, at the GRASSI Museum of Applied Arts in Leipzig and sees itself as an international showcase for high-quality applied arts and contemporary design. Every year, a jury of experts selects exquisite pieces that visitors can admire and purchase – from one-of-a-kind items to small series in the fields of textiles, jewelry, ceramics, glass, furniture, metal, leather, paper, and toys.

The event focuses on the following main themes:

• Selected objects: textiles, jewelry, ceramics, glass, furniture, metal, leather, paper, toys
• Innovative product design and design trends
• Sales exhibition: art for sale directly on site
• Award ceremony: Grassi Awards & smow Design Prize with total prize money of up to €3,000
• Jury selection: quality assured by a jury of experts and curated presentation

The fair brings together around 80 selected exhibitors in the museum's historic exhibition space, offering a dense, high-quality selection in an intimate setting. In addition to the sales exhibition, there will be award ceremonies, including the renowned smow Design Prize (€2,500), the Grassi Awards, and other awards for outstanding contributions.

For visitors, GRASSIMESSE not only offers the opportunity to purchase exceptional design objects, but also provides intensive insights into creative developments and trends in applied art. The limited number of visitors and precise selection of exhibitors ensure an exclusive trade fair experience that appeals to design enthusiasts and quality-conscious buyers alike.