The eagerly anticipated European dive shows are back, and everyone is welcome!
Between January and March 2025, you can visit the scuba diving exhibitions in Paris (France) and Düsseldorf (Germany), Houten (The Netherlands), Bologna (Italy), Stoneleigh (UK), and Barcelona (Spain). Each dive show brings its unique schedule of talks and activities.
Whether you’re a beginner or have been diving for decades, a dive show is the place to be to talk non-stop about diving with fellow dive fanatics. If you have questions about dive courses, ocean conservation, equipment or even making a career out of scuba diving, you’re sure to find answers at one of these dive expos.
Keep reading to learn more about the PADI 2025 European dive show schedule.
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European Dive Show Dates 2025
- Salon de la Plongée 2025, Paris, France: 9-12 January
- Boot 2025, Düsseldorf, Germany: 18-26 January
- Duikvaker 2025, Houten, Netherlands: 1-2 February
- EUDI 2025, Bologna, Italy: 21-23 February
- Go Diving 2025, Stoneleigh, UK: 1-2 March
- Mediterranean Diving Show 2025, Barcelona, Spain: 28-30 March
What To Expect at a Dive Show
The European dive shows kickstart the diving season in Europe, and they’re renowned for bringing together the most creative, brilliant, and inquisitive scuba diving minds. With exhibitions and seminars by the biggest water sport companies, divers, explorers, and scientists, dive shows give you an exclusive insight into:
- Important technological advancements that improve safety and dive performance
- Exciting travel opportunities to unbelievable diving destinations
- The latest scuba gear and accessories
- Useful training resources and materials
But a scuba diving show is more than a collection of the best gadgets and gear — it’s an event that embodies the status quo of the diving industry.
And in 2025, you can expect the European dive shows to focus even more on ocean conservation, with PADI standing as a beacon of hope for people and planet in driving industry sustainability, ocean conservation and diversity and inclusion to make the oceans accessible to all. PADI staff and members will be there to personally advise you and guide you towards a more sustainable diving future.
How To Get the Most Out of the 2025 European Dive Shows
If you’re planning on attending any of the European dive shows in 2025, it helps to plan ahead, get involved and search out show discounts.
- Plan Ahead – Transportation, accommodation, and other reservations can take time to book. If you want first pick, make all your travel arrangements well in advance.
- Get Involved – The dive shows in Europe are not just a showcase of the latest designs, trends, and diving predictions. They’re also an opportunity to connect and chat with travel and conservation groups. You never know where a conversation might lead!
- Look Out for Discounts – Diving expos charge an entry fee ticket, which you can pay directly at the venue, but in return, you have access to the latest tech and resources. Some dive exhibitions in Europe offer discounts to new and certified divers. Planning on bringing the family? Some dive shows even offer complimentary entrance for children and young people to ensure it’s a fun day out for the entire family. Keep reading and visit the official websites of the European dive shows for more details.
The 2025 European Dive Shows in Detail
European diving fairs promise creativity, excitement, and opportunities for growth. Anyone passionate about scuba diving considers the European dive shows not-to-be-missed events.
PADI is one of the biggest stands at many of the dive shows, and within our stand, you’ll also find PADI dive centers and resorts selling courses and trips. There are no pushy sales here, just great conversations about diving and sometimes special “dive show” prices.
So don’t be shy. Mark these dates on your calendar, and come say hi!
Salon de la Plongée 2025, Paris, France: 9-12 January
For the 26th edition of the Paris International Dive Show, the theme is ‘oceans, seas and their protection’. Sponsored by award-winning naturalist photographer Greg Lecoeur, you know this dive event is a “full immersion in the world of beauty, emotion, and mystery” through art, films, and photos.
You’ll find these international PADI dive shops exhibiting at the PADI stand, plus many more throughout the show:
- Mio Palmo Plongée, France
- Sanary Plongée, France
- Sao Nicolau Diving Lda, Cape Verde
- Atmosphere Resorts & Spa, Philippines
- Ecole de Plongée Isanthea, France
- Circle Divers, Egypt
- Divewise, Malta
- La Perla Nera Diving, Italy
- Sea Spirit Resort, Italy
Boot 2025, Düsseldorf, Germany: 18-26 January
Boot 2025 in Düsseldorf is the largest yacht and water sports trade fair in the world. First inaugurated in 1969, today the Düsseldorf Boot Show has over 1,500 exhibitions spread across 220,000 square meters (237,000 square feet) where you can find — among its many themed areas — super yachts, motor boats, engines, surf sports, and diving in all its many facets.
You’ll find these international PADI Dive Shops exhibiting at the PADI stand, plus many more throughout the show:
- Go Divers Maldives, Maldives
- Prodivers Maldives, Maldives
- Scuba Point, Italy
- Maputo Dive Center, Mozambique
- Sao Nicolau Diving Lda, Cape Verde
- Island Divers, Maldives
- La Perla Nera Diving, Italy
- Scandi Divers, Philippines
Duikvaker 2025, Houten, Netherlands: 1-2 February
This dive expo is focused on diving and snorkeling enthusiasts interested in travel and new equipment.
In its 33rd edition, the Duikvaker Expo features presentations by travel agents, dive schools, and dive resorts giving presentations. The same outfits will also be taking bookings for 2025 dive travel and beyond. Although there are many dive destinations to choose from, for 2025, all eyes are on Indonesia, Egypt, Curacao, Galapagos, Maldives, and Bonaire. Visit the PADI stand to learn more about diving in remote and exotic locations.
Get 20% off your show ticket prices with code PADI25 (valid from 1 January 2025).
You’ll find these PADI Dive Shops exhibiting at the PADI stand, plus many more throughout the show:
- Dive Inc, Netherlands
- RnG Diving Services, Netherlands
- Discovery Divers, Netherlands
- Discovery Divers, Netherlands
- MaiDiving Divecenter, Netherlands
- 1st2dive, Netherlands
EUDI 2025, Bologna, Italy: 21-23 February
The European Dive Show (EUDI) is the biggest dive event in Italy and one of Europe’s most important water sport events.
Regardless of your interests and experience level, you can find engaging activities, workshops, and guest speakers at EUDI. For its 30th edition, entry is free for newly qualified divers!
You’ll find these international PADI Dive Shops exhibiting at the PADI stand, plus many more throughout the show:
- La Perla Nera Diving, Italy
- Sea Spirit Resort, Italy
- Sottolonda Diving Center, Italy
- Poggisub Asd, Italy www.aicsbologna.it
- DiveBase, Spain
- Divewise, Malta
Go Diving 2025, Stoneleigh, UK: 1-2 March
Go Diving is the first and only scuba diving trade show in the UK. Launched in 2019, the event is still relatively new, but anybody who’s anybody is sure to be there.
Big, bold, professional, and fun, Go Diving 2025 will have many things to do, see, and try. It’s the place to gather to share dive experiences, get your hands on the latest gear, and attend guest talks by renowned photographers, explorers, technical divers, and conservationists.
You’ll find these international PADI Dive Shops exhibiting at the PADI stand, with more to come, plus many more throughout the show:
- Kuredu Prodivers, Maldives
- Scuba Dream, United Kingdom
Mediterranean Diving Show 2025, Barcelona, Spain: 28-30 March
The 25th editions of the Mediterranean Diving Show marks the final European dive expo for 2025, and it’s where all the leading manufacturers, dive schools, travel agents, distributors, insurance companies, and certifying bodies meet.
For visitors, this means getting your hands on the latest equipment (like underwater cameras, dive computers, and more) and talking to people who have your best interests at heart.
You’ll find these international PADI Dive Shops exhibiting at the PADI stand, plus many more throughout the show:
- iDive Barcelona, Spain
- Super Dive Tossa De Mar, Spain
- Buceo El Bajon, Spain
- Saphira Dive, Spain
- Himmafushi Scuba Adventure, Maldives
- Poseidon Calella, Spain
- Aqaba Sharks Bay Divers, Jordan
- Lanzarote non stop Divers, Spain
- Timanfaya, Spain
- DUNE Baleares Fornells, Spain
- CENTRO BUCEO BURBUJAS, Spain
- Unisub Estartit, Spain
- Scuba College, Spain
- Medusa Dive, Spain
- Divewise, Malta
- Sao Nicolau Diving Lda, Cape Verde
5 PADI Reasons To Attend
Going to a scuba expo can be intimidating, especially if you’re new to diving. Surely, you just Google your questions and watch a video on YouTube, right?
But just like diving, it’s better to see things with your own eyes and experience them in person.
So here’s how PADI makes visiting the diving shows and events in Europe totally worth it.
1. Save the Oceans
PADI empowers divers and non-divers to take part in ocean conservation. You can help in different ways:
- Signing petitions
- Joining a conservation event
- Participating in citizen science programs
- Benefiting from community grant programs
- And enrolling in PADI AWARE® programs
Find out how you can drive ocean change by visiting a PADI stand and talking with a PADI staff member or a PADI Dive Center.
2. Seek Adventure
Diving and traveling go hand in hand. The more you dive, the more you want to travel. And the more you travel, the more you want to dive and become a better diver.
With PADI, you can easily find a dive center, dive resort, or even a liveaboard to organize your next PADI course and dive trip, anywhere in the world.
Find out where to dive based on your interests and level of experience by stopping by the PADI booth.
3. Join PADI Club
Gain access to members-only diving events and special offers with PADI Club™, an annual scuba diving membership. Some of the PADI Club membership benefits include:
- 20% off most PADI eLearning™ courses
- A subscription to Scuba Diving® magazine
- Free exclusive PADI Club eCard
- Free PADI ReActivate® online refresher course
- And much, much more
PADI Club membership will be available as a ‘show special’ at each of these dive shows in 2025. Visit the PADI stand at the show to learn more about the promotion and sign up to PADI Club.
4. Seek Adventure. Save the Ocean. Together.
Diving is a very social activity. You’re surrounded by boat crew, dive staff, and other divers who are always happy to talk and swap diving and travel stories.
Still, it’s nice to have a friend with you. The best way to get your friends into diving is by taking advantage of PADI’s Dive Together initiative. When you refer a friend, you get:
- A diving buddy (Yay!)
- AND 30-day PADI Club trial membership
Plus, your friends will get 15% off the PADI Open Water Diver eLearning course.
Need help getting your friends into scuba diving? Bring your potential dive buddy to a dive show and come and chat to us!
5. Become a PADI Pro
If the idea of working as a professional diver has been on your mind, then visit the PADI stand to find out how to become a Divemaster and start your career in scuba diving.
Granted, there is a lot of information needed to start a career in scuba diving, giving you all the more reason to talk to a PADI expert in person.
Are You Ready?
To start and keep a hobby like scuba diving takes commitment, and if you’re out of the water for too long, the wait between dives can become unbearable. Attending dive exhibitions is an effective way to keep your interest alive, see the latest tech, and meet people you otherwise wouldn’t get to meet face-to-face.
When you’re a diver, there’s always new info to unravel and cool things to try, so visit the PADI stand to find out how you can improve your dive experience. PADI staff understand the love of being underwater and is ready to support and encourage you on your diving adventure.
