ICBC Berlin 2027: Dates, Tickets, Prices & Free Passes

Since Germany passed its cannabis law in 2024, Berlin has become the capital of Europe's cannabis business, and ICBC is its go-to industry conference. In 2026 it brought together more than 7,500 professionals from over 80 countries, according to the organizers. The 2027 show is the tenth in the city and returns to the Estrel. If you work in the industry, here's what you need to know.

What is ICBC?

The International Cannabis Business Conference (ICBC) is a B2B cannabis trade show and conference. It was founded by Alex Rogers: the first ICBC took place in 2014, and the first in Europe, in Berlin, in 2017. It has since held events in the United States, Canada, Spain, Switzerland, Croatia, Slovenia and Germany, but Berlin is its flagship show.

The April 2024 edition coincided with German legalization taking effect. According to Cannatech Today, it drew about 5,000 participants and some 350 exhibitors and sponsors. For 2026, the organizers reported more than 7,500 participants, 500 exhibitors and sponsors, more than 300 German medical cannabis pharmacies and more than 200 social clubs. They also say more than 80% of their partners come back every year.

ICBC Berlin 2027 agenda by day

The published schedule is provisional:

Tuesday, April 13. Pre-registration 2–9 p.m. and a VIP reception 7:30–9:30 p.m., included with the VIP ticket.
Wednesday, April 14. Registration from 7 a.m.; expo and talks 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Pharmacy Meetup 4–5:30 p.m. and an after party at Gretchen Club, 9 p.m.–12:30 a.m.
Thursday, April 15. Expo and talks 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Country Meetups 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m. and the Social Clubs Meetup 3–4:30 p.m.

New for 2027, the organizers announce a second stage on the expo floor, a speed-networking area, training workshops and an Outdoor Consumption Lounge. Speakers have not been announced yet.

ICBC Berlin 2027 tickets and prices

Tickets are sold on the official website. Published prices exclude Germany's 19% VAT; the totals with VAT and the dollar conversions are our own calculations (November 1, 2026 rate, €1 = $1.1204):

Expo Only (April 14–15: expo floor, networking lounges, expo stage and workshops): €299 + VAT = €355.81 (≈ $399).
Expo & Conference (all of the above plus the main conference sessions): €399 + VAT = €474.81 (≈ $532).
VIP (all of the above plus the VIP reception on Tuesday, April 13, drinks included): €499 + VAT = €593.81 (≈ $665).

Free tickets are available to anyone running a licensed cannabis pharmacy, grow shop or cultivation association (social club), through a dedicated form.

The organizers have announced a price increase in mid-November 2026. Their press release says November 18 and the registration page says November 19, so if you plan to go, buy sooner rather than later.

How to get to the Estrel

By S-Bahn. Sonnenallee station, on the Ring line (S41 clockwise, S42 counterclockwise), is about a five-minute walk from the Estrel.

From Berlin Hauptbahnhof (central station): bus M41 to Ziegrastraße, or the S-Bahn east to Ostkreuz or Treptower Park and then the S41 to Sonnenallee. About 25 minutes.
From Südkreuz: S42 to Sonnenallee, about 10 minutes.
From Ostbahnhof: S-Bahn to Ostkreuz or Treptower Park, then the S41 to Sonnenallee, about 15 minutes.
From BER airport: FEX or RB7 to Ostkreuz, then the S41 to Sonnenallee (about 40 minutes), or the S45 to Köllnische Heide and bus M41 to Ziegrastraße (about 30). You need an ABC zone ticket, which costs €4.70 (≈ $5.27).
By taxi: about 20 minutes from the central station or the airport.

ICBC offers special rates at the Hotel Estrel itself.

The legal landscape in Germany

Since April 1, 2024, adults in Germany can carry up to 25 g (just under 1 oz) of dried cannabis in public, keep 50 g (about 1.8 oz) at home and grow up to three plants. Licensed cultivation clubs can produce for their members, but commercial sales are still not allowed. That is why ICBC revolves around three audiences: medical cannabis in pharmacies, social clubs, and the international industry supplying the German market.

Frequently asked questions

When is ICBC Berlin 2027?

April 13–15, 2027, at the Estrel Berlin. Tuesday, April 13 is for pre-registration and the VIP reception; the expo and talks run April 14–15.

How much does ICBC Berlin cost?

Expo Only: €299 + 19% VAT (€355.81, about $399). Expo & Conference: €399 + VAT (€474.81, about $532). VIP: €499 + VAT (€593.81, about $665).

Are there free tickets for ICBC Berlin?

Yes, for anyone running a licensed cannabis pharmacy, grow shop or social club, through a free registration form.

Is ICBC open to the public?

It's a trade show and conference for professionals: producers, distributors, pharmacies, investors, lawyers, consultants and policymakers.

Can you consume cannabis at ICBC?

The 2027 program includes an Outdoor Consumption Lounge.

How do I get to the Estrel by public transport?

Take the S-Bahn Ring (S41/S42) to Sonnenallee, or bus M41 from the central station to Ziegrastraße.

The short versionICBC Berlin 2027: April 13–15 at the Estrel, with the expo and talks on April 14–15. Industry only. From €355.81 including VAT (about $399), and free for licensed pharmacies, grow shops and clubs. Take the S-Bahn to Sonnenallee.

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ICBC Berlin 2027: dates, agenda, tickets and how to get there