The FlightSimWeekend Foundation has officially announced that registration for commercial exhibitors at FlightSimWeekend 2026 is now open. The annual event will be held at the Aviodrome Aviation Museum in Lelystad, Netherlands, from March 20th to 22nd. In addition to the opening of registrations, the team has shared several new details about the upcoming event.

The team announced that FlightSimWeekend 2026 will introduce a new expansion hall, larger booth formats, and a variety of exhibitors from around the globe. Niels Voogd, the Chairman of FlightSimWeekend, stated that after gathering feedback from both exhibitors and visitors at recent events, the team decided to increase capacity and further enhance the quality of presentations. Jannes van Gestel, the Finance & Operations Lead, added, “This expansion represents a new chapter for FlightSimWeekend.” As the community continues to grow rapidly, the team aims to provide everyone—whether hobbyists or industry leaders—the space they deserve. Magnus Lorvik, Senior Accounts & Projects Manager, concluded by mentioning that the new hall will allow for even more engaging content for visitors to explore.

For the 2026 event, Navigraph, Honeycomb Aeronautical, and iniBuilds will serve as the primary partners. These companies are returning to enhance the event with expanded exhibits and exclusive showcases in the new exhibition zones. The team emphasises that these partners have played a crucial role in the event's success. Additionally, the event will welcome new major partners for the first time, including one of the most recognisable names in the flight simulation industry. In the coming weeks, the team will provide more details as additional exhibitors and partners are confirmed.

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Exhibitors interested in learning more about opportunities at the event can find a brochure here, and registration is available here. Please note that exhibitor registration is open only to commercial parties. Non-profit communities and organisations will be able to register next month, in November, using a separate form.

The FlightSimWeekend Captain’s Dinner will be returning this year, alongside the second edition of the Flight Sim Awards. Last year marked the inaugural Flight Sim Awards, which honoured various developers and their contributions to the flight simulation community in partnership with FSElite, Threshold, and Cruiselevel. This event is scheduled for Friday, March 20th, at the Van der Valk Hotel Lelystad.

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In addition to the Captain’s Dinner and the Flight Sim Awards, the team has announced a new social event called the FlightSimWeekend After Dark Party. This event will also take place at the Van der Valk Hotel Lelystad and aims to bring together exhibitors, partners, and the public for networking and celebration in a relaxed and festive atmosphere. Tickets for both events will be made available to the general public at a later date.

FlightSimWeekend 2026 will introduce several changes and improvements to enhance the visitor experience. The event will feature increased floor space with a redesigned layout to reduce crowding and improve flow. Full-scale rigs, multi-station demos, and centrepiece installations will occupy a larger area at the event. Developers from around the world will be in attendance, and alongside commercial exhibitors, freeware projects, global networks, and grassroots clubs will play a significant role.

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For exhibitors and partners, the event will include standardised modular booths as well as a limited number of large plaza booths. Professional system walls and fascia signage will provide a clean, organised look throughout the venue. As always, the environment will be welcoming to everyone, from major brands to community projects.

If you're interested in learning more about the history, current status, and future of the event, be sure to read Magnus's comprehensive article. For information about the upcoming event, including travel arrangements, logistics, and other details, please visit the FlightSimWeekend website.

FlightSimWeekend 2026 will be held at the Aviodrome Aviation Museum from March 20th to March 22nd. The public exhibit will take place on Saturday, March 21st, and Sunday, March 22nd.

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