Cholet Exhibition Centre

 

45 minutes from Nantes and Angers and 1 hour from the Atlantic Ocean, Cholet attracts visitors all year round for its attractiveness and economic dynamism.
The Meilleraie exhibition center with its 11,650 m2 offers a rich program for all local events.

Forum, exhibition and trade fair: the 2024-2025 program

The World of Dinosaurs from September 1 to 15, 2024

One of the best exhibitions on prehistoric giants is coming to Cholet. Discover these fascinating creatures including a life-size animatronic T-Rex over 4 meters high.
Live dinosaur shows are even organized throughout the day.

Practical information
⏲Opening hours: from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
💵Prices: €10. Free for children under 3.

The wedding fair on October 12 and 13, 2024

Are you planning to get married in 2025? Don't miss this exceptional fair where more than 60 exhibitors welcome you in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
The opportunity to choose the menu for your wedding, the decoration of your dreams or the ideal florist for this unique day.
And if you are still hesitating about the choice of your wedding dress or your suit, don't miss the three fashion shows presented by professional models.

Save the date!

Practical information
⏲Hours: from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

The model forum on October 19 and 20, 2024

If you are a model enthusiast, this is the unmissable event not to be missed.
More than 450 exhibitors will be present for this international gathering. On the program, creations of models of civilian and military vehicles, airplanes, figurines and dolls.

Come and discover all these incredible creations.

Practical information
⏲Opening hours: Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. - Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
💵Prices: €7

The home and decoration show on October 25 and 27, 2024

Are you looking for 2025 trends to decorate your living room or renovate your interior? This show is a real showcase for the home of today and tomorrow.
Nearly 180 exhibitors specializing in construction, renovation, equipment and decoration will be able to offer you advice, imagine the plans for your future interior or present future innovations.

Practical information
⏲Opening hours: from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
💵Prices: €5. Invitation to download.

Games in Cholet on May 4 and 5, 2025

If you are a gaming enthusiast, this is the event to put in your diary in 2025. The gaming convention in all its forms is back for a 2nd edition.

On the program:

• pinball machines;
• arcade terminals;
• retrogaming;
• video games;
• simulators;
• virtual reality;
• board games;
• card games;
• cosplays and animations.

Practical information
⏲Opening hours: from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
💵Prices: €10

The exhibition center also houses a gym: the Espace Rouge

Throughout the year, the exhibition center also hosts matches of the Cholet basketball club, which plays in Pro A.
The atmosphere will be at its peak in this 4,300 m2 gym.

Book your hotel in the city center of Cholet

Stay in our quiet and comfortable hotel in the historic center of Cholet, just a stone's throw from Place Travot.
In the morning, enjoy a hearty breakfast at the buffet. Also discover our package with breakfast included.