ays, the exhibitor list for the Europe Drum Show 2026 has grown again, adding a mix of returning giants and curious newcomers. While the announcement was low-key: posted quietly through social media, it struck a chord with musicians who’ve been counting down the days to Friedrichshafen.
The show, scheduled for April 11 and 12 next year, already had a solid roster. Brands like Ludwig, Pearl, Yamaha, DW, and Paiste don’t need an introduction. But now, alongside these titans, names like Stefy Line are stepping in: bringing Italian craftsmanship and functional design to the spotlight. A few older exhibitors are making a return as well, perhaps lured by the steady growth of the event and the sheer energy that pulses through the halls each year.
What makes this moment land differently is that familiar drum-show excitement in the air, the kind where rumors start flying. Some folks are whispering about Sonor’s reappearance. Others are speculating on surprise drops or secret collabs that might show up last-minute. Nothing confirmed, of course, but that’s part of the charm. The waiting, the watching, the what-if.
For those who’ve never been, the Europe Drum Show is more than booths and brand banners. It’s the small moments: a drummer testing a snare and letting out a surprised laugh, a quiet chat with a cymbal maker about his newest alloy, the unplanned jam that pulls a crowd. Those are the things that stay with you.
And let’s be real: after a few shaky years for live events, people are ready to meet in person again. Shake hands. Swap stories. Maybe even argue over the merits of coated heads vs. clear ones, face to face. There’s something grounding about that.
With this latest batch of exhibitors added, the show feels fuller: not crowded, just more layered. Each new addition adds something. Maybe a strange little accessory you didn’t know you needed. Maybe a kit that makes you rethink what you play. Or maybe just a good conversation.