Visitor FAQ

Value Milan is an international event dedicated to high-quality fabrics and materials for apparel. The event brings together manufacturers, brands, design studios, buyers, and industry professionals in an exclusive setting dedicated to textile excellence.

Value Milan is a biannual event that aligns with the Milan fashion calendar. The next edition will take place from February 3 to 5, 2027.

• February 3 and 4: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• February 5: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The event is being held at The Mall Milano, in the Porta Nuova neighborhood.

Value Milan is organized by Messe Frankfurt, one of the leading international trade fair groups specializing in B2B trade shows dedicated to textiles and fashion.

Yes, admission is free for all industry professionals upon online registration.

You can register online and get your free ticket directly from the event's official website.

The ticket is valid for the entire duration of the event and grants access on the days the event is open.

Yes, once you've completed registration, you'll receive a confirmation email containing your badge and instructions on how to access the event.

Yes, however, each visitor must register individually using their own email address.

No, you just need to show it digitally on your smartphone.

No. The badge is personal and linked to the registered name.

Visiting Value Milan means gaining access to an exclusive event dedicated to international textile excellence, meeting new suppliers, discovering innovative materials, and developing new business opportunities.

Value Milan stands out for its boutique format and its carefully curated selection of companies and collections, prioritizing the quality of networking opportunities and business prospects.

You'll find international manufacturers and suppliers specializing in fabrics, yarns, knitwear, leather, and premium materials for the fashion and luxury industries.

• High-end apparel fabrics
• Fine yarns
• Luxury knitwear
• Leather and specialty finishes
• Sustainable and innovative materials

All product categories featured at the trade show

Yes. The event was created to foster networking among manufacturers, brands, buyers, design teams, and professionals from major international markets.

Yes. Sustainability, innovation in materials, and transparency in supply chains are among the event’s central themes.

The event is aimed at professionals in the fashion and textile industries, including:

• Buyers
• Purchasing managers
• Sourcing managers
• Product managers
• Designers and design studios
• Fashion brands and fashion houses
• Entrepreneurs and decision-makers

The event is reserved for professionals in the fashion, textile, and apparel industries.

The venue is easily accessible by subway, train, tram, and bus thanks to its central location in the Porta Nuova neighborhood.

The nearest stops are:

• Garibaldi FS (M2 and M5)
• Gioia (M2)
• Repubblica (M3)

From any of these stops, you can reach the event venue in about 5–10 minutes on foot.

Yes. The nearest train station is Milano Porta Garibaldi, just a few minutes' walk from the venue.

Yes. The exhibition venue is about a 5- to 10-minute walk from the station.

The most convenient routes are:

• Tram 10
• Tram 33

The nearest bus routes are:

• Bus 43
• Bus 94

From Linate, you can take the M4 line to San Babila and then the M3 line to Repubblica. From there, the office is within walking distance.

Yes. The Mall Milano is easily accessible from the main ring roads and highways serving the Milan metropolitan area.

Yes, there are public parking lots in the immediate vicinity of the venue.

Yes. The area is served by the city’s major taxi services.

Main Phone Numbers

• 02 8585 (Radio Taxi Milano InTaxi) – One of the largest dispatch centers, also reachable via WhatsApp message or the InTaxi app.
• 02 4040 / 02 6767 (Taxiblu) – The largest radio taxi fleet in Milan. It also supports the appTaxi app.
• 02 6969 (RadioTaxi Milano) – Available 24/7; bookings can also be made via WhatsApp and the itTaxi app.
• 02 7777 (Milano in Taxi) – The City of Milan’s single toll-free number, which automatically selects the nearest taxi via the call boxes or the official app.

Via Smartphone App

If you’d rather avoid waiting on the phone and track the taxi’s arrival in real time, you can download and use:

• Freenow
• InTaxi, appTaxi, or itTaxi

Finding a Taxi on Foot

If you’d rather not call, the Porta Nuova area is well-served. You’ll find an official taxi stand just a few steps from The Mall in Piazza Gae Aulenti or near the nearby Milano Porta Garibaldi Station.

Yes. The event's official website offers a service for booking partner hotels at discounted rates.

Yes, visitors will be able to enjoy dining options inside or in the immediate vicinity of the venue.

The organizers will announce any coat check services closer to the event.

Yes, provided that security checks may be conducted at the entrances.