Frequently asked questions

In Hangaar 604 at GC Klein Boom, Mechelbaan 604, 2580 Putte, Belgium.

From Antwerp or Brussels take the E19 to exit 9 Mechelen-Noord. Continue through Mechelen (R12 or R6) onto the N15 towards Heist-op-den-Berg / Putte. GC Klein Boom is on this route; follow the local signs.

Tip: enter GC Klein Boom, Putte in your navigation app.

The nearest stop is GC Klein Boom, a short walk from Hangaar 604. These lines stop there:

• 51A – Geel – Westerlo – Hulshout – Heist-op-den-Berg – Mechelen
• 51B – Herentals – Heist-op-den-Berg – Mechelen

By train, travel to Mechelen; buses from the station stop at GC Klein Boom. Check live times with De Lijn or NMBS.

There is a large free car park for hundreds of cars around GC Klein Boom. If it fills up, you can also park along the main road and on the empty Vertommen lot.

These are public parking spaces: De Karperbeurs is not liable for damage or accidents.

A ticket costs €5 and is valid for the whole weekend (Saturday and Sunday). Buy your ticket in advance with the ticket button on this website.

We recommend buying your ticket in advance so you skip the queue. Every ticket is personal, valid for both days, and gives you a chance to win a free fishing holiday.

Yes. On both days exhibitors run free workshops and activities. No sign-up needed: just head to the stand, where you can ask what is on and when.

Yes, there are food and drink stands at the show. For hygiene and safety reasons you may not bring your own food or drink.

Children are very welcome. Some workshops and activities have a minimum age (8–16); this is clearly shown per activity.

For safety and hygiene reasons pets are not allowed, except assistance dogs.

No, there are no lockers. Keep your valuables with you.

Yes. A tattoo artist works on the show floor on both days. Drop by the stand to ask what is possible and what it costs.