BOLD Optical Fair Closes 10th Anniversary Edition with 3,219 Visitors

BOLD Optical Fair concluded its tenth-anniversary edition, BOLD XXL 2026, at the Brabanthallen in ’s-Hertogenbosch. The two-day event attracted 3,219 registered optical professionals, including opticians and students. Approximately 75% of attendees traveled from the Netherlands, while 14% came from Germany, 7% from Belgium, and 4% from other countries. The fair featured eyewear collections, technology providers, and educational sessions on the Kennisplein platform. A special anniversary lottery and the Club Bizarre showcase by TEF Magazine highlighted independent brands. Organizers stated the event strengthened community ties and international reach. The next iteration, BOLD Light, is scheduled for March 1, 2027, at the same venue as a focused one-day trade event.