We’re already more than one month into 2025. Therefore, let’s check out some of the interesting stamp exhibitions and shows taking place in Europe in the first half of the year. We’ll look at upcoming stamp shows in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, and Portugal.

United Kingdom

We’ll start in the UK and take a look at three interesting upcoming stamp exhibitions.

The London National Competitive Exhibition 2025

• Dates & Location: “The ABPS London National Competitive Exhibition 2025 will be held from Thursday 27 February to Saturday 1 March 2025 at The Royal Philatelic Society, 15 Abchurch Lane London EC4N 7BW” - www.abps.org.uk
• Details: “This is a National Exhibition, open to all exhibitors who are resident in the United Kingdom and from other countries who are affiliated to FIP or FEPA. Overseas entries are very welcome as well as those from the UK. This exhibition provides an opportunity for people to qualify for entry to international exhibitions if they achieve at least 80 points (Large Vermeil).” - www.abps.org.uk

Virtual Stampex 2025

• Dates & Location: March 6–8, 2025; Online
• Details: A virtual exhibition that brings together the global philatelic community, showcasing dealers, organizations, and educational seminars. "Virtual Stampex, proudly sponsored by Spink, connects you to the philatelic community all over the world - an opportunity to Buy, Sell, Learn, Connect & Explore." - stampex.vfairs.com

EuroPhilEx Birmingham 2025

• Dates & Location: May 7–11, 2025; National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham
• Details: “For the first time ever, Britain has decided to move its international exhibition out of London. Birmingham is the country’s second city, which is located in the centre of England, surrounded by a massive population and several other large cities.” - europhilex2025.co.uk

Germany

Next, we’ll move to Germany, France, and Italy for three more interesting stamp exhibitions.

Philatelia and Numismata Munich

• Dates & Location: March 1-2, 2025; Munich
• Details: “From March 1st to 2nd, 2025, Philatelia Munich and Numismata will take place in the MOC Event Center Munich. Philatelia Munich will take place in Hall 2, Numismata will be in Hall 3. Philatelia Munich is free of charge, Numismata charges admission.” - cg-collectors-world.com

France

Phila-France 2025 – Colmar

• Dates & Location: May 16–18, 2025; Lyon
• Details: "Our Federation (French Philatelic Federation (FFAP)) is pleased to announce that the next French Philatelic Championship (Championnat de France) will take place from 6 to 9 June 2025 at the Parc des Expositions in Colmar. As part of this event, our 98th National Federal Congress will be held at the same venue on the morning of Sunday, 8 June 2025. Further details regarding the practical arrangements for this event will be provided at a later date." - fepanews.com/phila-france-2025-colmar

Italy

Veronafil 2025

• Dates & Location: May 23–25, 2025; Verona
• Details: Veronafil is a well-known trade fair focused on philately, numismatics, and phone cards. It is held twice a year, typically in May and November, in Verona.

Portugal

We’ll finish today’s overview in Portugal with one more exhibition that has confirmed dates and location.

Porto International Numismatic Fair (PINF)

• Dates & Location: May 9–10, 2025; Boavista Ave. 4245, 4100-140 Porto
• Details: “The Porto International Numismatic Fair (PINF) is a significant event in the field of numismatics, held at the prestigious Dr. António Cupertino de Miranda Foundation in Porto, Portugal. The foundation is known for its cultural and education-oriented activities and houses the Museum of Paper Money as well as one of the largest coin collections from Portugal and its former colonies. As the second-largest city in Portugal and an important cultural, historical, and economic hub, Porto establishes itself as a vital center for numismatic activities and collections through PINF.” - www.tradefairdates.com

We truly hope you’ll have enough time and money to visit at least one stamp show this year.