When do the action days take place?

The action period is October 2026.

What can I expect on site?

Guided tours, insights into kitchens, technical or event rooms, tastings, hands-on actions, and conversations with the teams are planned.

Is there an entrance fee?

The official announcement does not mention ticket sales. Many actions are designed as open offerings from the participating establishments; details are available on the establishment's website.

Do I need to register in advance?

That depends on the respective establishment. Some offerings may require registration, while others are openly accessible.

Who is the event suitable for?

The initiative targets the general public, private individuals, as well as potential professionals and apprentices.

Where can I find the participating establishments?

An overview will be published on the action website of IHK Darmstadt.

Darmstadt's Hospitality Sector Opens Its Doors and Shows Surprising Insights

Name: Visiting the Economy – Action Days in the Hospitality Sector
Start: 2026-10-01T02:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-11-01T00:59:59+01:00
Location: verschiedene Betriebe in der Region

A Look Behind the Scenes of the Hospitality Industry in Southern Hesse

With “Visiting the Economy – Action Days in the Hospitality Sector”, an entire industry opens its doors in October 2026 for curious guests, young talents, and anyone who wants to experience gastronomy and hospitality up close. The IHK Darmstadt Rhein Main Neckar and DEHOGA Hessen jointly invite you to an event format that promises genuine insights, personal conversations, and an immediate event experience. ([ihk.de](https://www.ihk.de/darmstadt/produktmarken/beraten-und-informieren/branchen/tourismus-in-suedhessen/zu-gast-in-der-wirtschaft2/zu-gast-in-der-wirtschaft-7059128?utm_source=openai))

Authentic Insights Instead of Pure Theory

The focus is on guided tours, insights into kitchens, technical and event rooms, tastings, hands-on actions, and conversations with owners, chefs, service staff, and hotel personnel. The concept is aimed at the general public as well as potential professionals and apprentices. This creates a public atmosphere driven by curiosity, closeness, and genuine industry interest. ([ihk.de](https://www.ihk.de/darmstadt/produktmarken/beraten-und-informieren/branchen/tourismus-in-suedhessen/zu-gast-in-der-wirtschaft2/zu-gast-in-der-wirtschaft-7059128?utm_source=openai))

The Region Shows What Hospitality Can Do

Especially exciting: Each participating establishment designs its own offer during the action period. This transforms the campaign from a rigid single experience into a versatile view of the regional hospitality sector. Those interested in organization, career paths, professional practice, and culinary culture will get a practical picture of an industry that offers much more than regular guest operations. ([ihk.de](https://www.ihk.de/darmstadt/produktmarken/beraten-und-informieren/branchen/tourismus-in-suedhessen/zu-gast-in-der-wirtschaft2/zu-gast-in-der-wirtschaft-7059128?utm_source=openai))

Why the Visit is Worthwhile

The action strengthens the visibility of the establishments and makes the attractiveness of the hospitality industry experienceable from a new perspective. For visitors, a lively event experience emerges with direct exchange, regional references, and many conversation opportunities. Anyone looking to get to know Southern Hesse better, both culinary and economically, will find a particularly accessible way here. ([ihk.de](https://www.ihk.de/darmstadt/produktmarken/beraten-und-informieren/branchen/tourismus-in-suedhessen/zu-gast-in-der-wirtschaft2/zu-gast-in-der-wirtschaft-7059128?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: “Visiting the Economy” brings people, businesses, and ideas together. In October 2026, taking a look behind the scenes of the hospitality sector in Darmstadt and the surrounding area is especially worthwhile, as genuine hosts, real insights, and authentic encounters await. Those who want to experience the diversity of the region live should not miss the action days. ([ihk.de](https://www.ihk.de/darmstadt/produktmarken/beraten-und-informieren/branchen/tourismus-in-suedhessen/zu-gast-in-der-wirtschaft2/zu-gast-in-der-wirtschaft-7059128?utm_source=openai))