It's happening! Dutch Design Week (DDW) 2026 has officially kicked off! From 17 to 25 October, Eindhoven transforms into one big design festival. For nine days, discover the work of more than 2,500 designers, surprising installations, extraordinary exhibitions and endless inspiration. Ready to explore?
From former factory halls to creative hotspots, there's something to discover all across the city. Expect experiments, new materials, clever inventions and simply beautiful products.
Discover the DDW HUBs
No idea where to start? Check out the DDW HUBs! Here, designers, businesses and innovators come together to explore different themes. Discover where design meets industry at the Industrial Design HUB in Klokgebouw, or dive into the latest developments in textiles and materials at the Textile & Material Innovation HUB in the same building. Admire extraordinary furniture design at Forward Furniture in Building TX, explore the work of more than 45 emerging designers at the Young Graduates HUB at Design Perron, or discover how new materials, smart water solutions and unexpected collaborations could transform the construction industry at HUB Bouw aan Morgen in the Melkfabriek. Choose what suits you!
Get inspired with a DDW route
Prefer to dive straight in? We've got you! The DDW routes help you discover exhibitions that match your interests. From AI and digital worlds to extraordinary furniture, sustainability and emerging talent. There are even special routes for children and teenagers. Follow one in the DDW app or create your own perfect route. It's the ideal way to make the most of your DDW visit!
Eindhoven is ready. Are you?
Put on your comfiest shoes and head into the city. Plan which exhibitions you want to visit in advance, but make sure to leave plenty of room for unexpected discoveries.
Explore the full programme and get ready for nine days packed with design!
