SIMA – Living Conference & Expo 2027 – Madrid, Spain

What to expect

SIMA – Living Conference & Expo is a major international meeting point for Spain’s residential real estate, investment, development, living and property technology sectors. The event brings together developers, investors, landowners, estate agencies, consultants, construction companies, financial institutions, public administrations, technology providers and private buyers in one large professional and consumer-focused platform.

The event is structured around four complementary areas: SIMA EXPO, SIMA INVEST, SIMAPRO and SIMA TECH. Together, these areas connect residential supply with buyers and investors, provide specialist investment information, create a professional forum for the living sector and showcase technology solutions for the real estate lifecycle.

SIMA EXPO is particularly relevant to homebuyers and property investors because it showcases residential developments and related services. The official platform says that more than 500 residential projects were presented at the latest edition, covering opportunities in Spain and international destinations.

SIMA INVEST focuses on private investors and property owners, combining an exhibition with an investor forum. SIMAPRO is the professional and international component, while SIMA TECH concentrates on digitalisation, artificial intelligence, Big Data, virtualisation, VR, tokenisation and other technologies affecting real estate.

The event is therefore useful for several different audiences. A consumer can investigate residential developments, an investor can explore opportunities and market intelligence, a developer can meet capital and business partners, and a technology company can demonstrate solutions to real estate decision-makers.

Event dates

SIMA – Living Conference & Expo 2027 will take place from May 26 to May 29, 2027, at IFEMA MADRID in Madrid, Spain. The official SIMA website has confirmed the event dates and venue.

The exhibition and its associated areas are organised around a multi-day programme covering residential property, investment, professional networking, technology and the broader living sector.

Visitors should check the final programme before travelling because the opening hours for individual SIMA areas and the conference programme can differ.

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Venue & exhibition site

SIMA – Living Conference & Expo will be held at IFEMA MADRID, one of Spain’s largest exhibition and convention venues.

Venue: IFEMA MADRID

Address: Avenida del Partenón, 5, 28042 Madrid, Spain

The venue is located close to Madrid-Barajas Airport and is connected to the city’s Metro, bus and road networks. Its large exhibition infrastructure allows SIMA to combine exhibition stands, conference areas, investor forums, networking spaces and technology showcases.

The latest edition was held in Hall 4 of IFEMA MADRID, while the organiser has not yet published the definitive hall assignment and detailed floor plan for the upcoming edition. Visitors should therefore use the final official visitor guide rather than assuming that the previous hall configuration will remain unchanged.

The venue’s location is particularly convenient for international attendees because Metro Line 8 provides a direct connection between the IFEMA area and Madrid-Barajas Airport.

Full event programme

The SIMA programme covers the entire residential and living value chain rather than focusing exclusively on property sales.

The four main components provide different experiences:

SIMA EXPO

SIMA EXPO is the residential property showcase, connecting developers, estate agencies and other property companies with buyers, investors and professionals. The area includes new-build and resale housing, holiday properties, investment opportunities and associated services.

SIMA INVEST

SIMA INVEST is designed for private investors and property owners. It combines an exhibition with an investor forum where participants can obtain information and advice about real estate investment opportunities.

SIMAPRO

SIMAPRO is the professional platform for the living sector. Its programme brings together investment funds, developers, government representatives, regions and other stakeholders to examine market dynamics, investment and global trends.

SIMA TECH

SIMA TECH concentrates on technology applied across the real estate lifecycle, from investment analysis and development to transactions, asset management and operations. Its participating companies include providers working with digitalisation, AI, Big Data, virtualisation, VR and tokenisation.

Key speakers & keynote speakers

The full speaker programme for the upcoming edition has not yet been published. The most recent edition, however, featured more than 300 speakers and 120 sessions, covering affordable housing, investment, public-private partnerships, international markets, new living models and innovation.

The SIMAPRO programme is designed around senior professionals and decision-makers from the real estate and investment ecosystem. Participants include developers, investors, financial organisations, public administrations, consultants, technology companies and other industry specialists.

The conference also creates opportunities to hear from people involved in major residential developments, investment strategies and emerging living models.

As the detailed speaker roster is announced, visitors should check the official SIMA programme for confirmed names, session titles and speaker affiliations rather than relying on previous editions.

Conference sessions & tracks

The professional conference is organised around several major content themes.

Affordable Housing & Private Investment

This track examines the relationship between housing affordability and private capital, including investment strategies and the role of private stakeholders in addressing residential demand.

Living Investors Day

Living Investors Day focuses on investment flows, institutional capital, residential assets and opportunities within the wider living sector.

Asset Classes Insights

This content area examines different real estate asset classes and their investment characteristics, helping professionals understand changes in demand, capital allocation and operating models.

Global Living Markets

The international track considers residential and living markets across different countries and regions, providing insight into international investment and development opportunities.

Technology & Innovation

This track focuses on technology transforming real estate, including digitalisation, artificial intelligence, Big Data, virtualisation, smart asset management and other emerging tools.

SIMA INVEST also operates its own specialist investor forum, while the wider exhibition allows visitors to explore residential projects and investment-related services.

Session times & schedule

The exact conference schedule for the upcoming edition has not yet been released.

The most recent professional programme used a dedicated accreditation period beginning in the morning, while the exhibition areas operated on a longer daily schedule. The professional conference programme included multiple simultaneous sessions and specialist activities.

The previous professional programme included more than 50 sessions within SIMAPRO and more than 170 top speakers, demonstrating the scale of the conference component.

Visitors should expect a combination of keynote-style presentations, panel discussions, investor sessions, technology presentations, market analysis and professional networking.

Because several activities can operate simultaneously, professionals should review the official programme in advance and identify priority sessions, exhibitors and meetings.

Ticket types & registration

Registration arrangements distinguish between general visitors and professional attendees.

The organiser’s current registration structure provides a free professional registration that includes access to SIMA EXPO, SIMA INVEST, SIMA TECH and the SIMAPRO business and networking area.

A Full Pass SIMAPRO has previously been offered at $450 approximately, converted from the published €399 price using a recent EUR/USD reference rate. The organiser stated that the price was before VAT. The pass included the professional registration benefits plus access to the International Living Conference, the complete professional conference programme and recorded sessions.

General visitors can also obtain a free invitation for access to SIMA EXPO and SIMA INVEST.

These previous-edition prices should be treated as reference figures rather than confirmed prices for the upcoming edition.

Registration deadlines

A specific registration deadline has not yet been published for the upcoming edition.

SIMA uses separate registration routes depending on whether the attendee is a general visitor, professional, investor, exhibitor, partner or conference participant. The organiser encourages interested participants to register through its official platform and contact the team for participation information.

Professionals planning to attend the conference should register early once the registration system is fully activated. This is particularly relevant for attendees who want to participate in specialist conference sessions or organise meetings with exhibitors and investors.

Exhibitor participation follows separate commercial procedures and should be arranged directly with the organiser.

Exhibitor list & major companies

The definitive exhibitor list for the upcoming edition has not yet been published. However, the official company directory demonstrates the broad range of organisations represented at the latest edition.

Companies listed by SIMA include major property developers, investment organisations, agencies, financial companies, technology businesses, public institutions and international property specialists. Examples include AEDAS HOMES, Alquiler Seguro, Actívitas Inversión Inmobiliaria, ALCAMESAN, ALMOND Real Estate and numerous international participants.

The latest edition included more than 390 exhibitors, partners and collaborators, representing approximately 5,500 companies. International participation reached 37%, with delegations from 40 countries.

SIMA EXPO alone provides a significant residential showcase, with more than 170 exhibitors and more than 17,000 properties offered through its platform.

The final exhibitor directory should be checked through SIMA’s official company list as additional companies and stand numbers are confirmed.

Exhibition halls & floor plan

The latest published visitor information placed SIMA in Hall 4 of IFEMA MADRID, accessed through the South Entrance.

For the upcoming edition, the organiser has not yet published the definitive hall allocation and stand-by-stand floor plan. Visitors should therefore wait for the official visitor guide before planning an exact route through the exhibition.

The exhibition configuration needs to accommodate several different areas, including residential property displays, investment services, professional networking, technology companies and conference spaces.

The official company directory provides stand information for participating companies from the latest edition, which can help illustrate how the exhibition is organised but should not be treated as the final layout for the upcoming event.

Networking & business meetings

Networking is one of SIMA’s most important functions. The event is specifically designed to connect supply, demand and capital within the residential and living ecosystem.

The professional component brings together developers, investment funds, regions, government representatives, consultants, financial institutions, technology companies and other decision-makers.

Business networking opportunities

• Developer and investor meetings
• Property investment discussions
• Institutional networking
• Real estate technology partnerships
• Residential project promotion
• International investment connections
• Professional services relationships
• Public-private sector dialogue
• Buyer and developer consultations

SIMA also organises dedicated social networking environments, including an International Welcome Reception, Institutional Dinner, Living Investors Day Cocktail and ASPRIMA-SIMA Awards activities.

For companies, the event can be particularly valuable for generating qualified leads and establishing relationships with investors, buyers and other property-sector decision-makers.

Industry sectors & highlights

Residential development

Residential property is the core of SIMA EXPO. Developers and agencies use the event to present new-build homes, resale opportunities, investment properties and other residential projects.

Real estate investment

SIMA INVEST provides opportunities for private investors and property owners to learn about investment products, market conditions and professional services.

Affordable and social housing

Affordable housing and social housing are important themes within the professional conference programme and the wider residential market discussion.

Flex living

Flex living is increasingly prominent within SIMA’s ecosystem, including models such as co-living, senior living, student housing and flexible rental solutions. The organiser also offers a dedicated Flex Living Space for companies operating in these areas.

Technology and proptech

SIMA TECH addresses digital transformation across real estate, with technologies including AI, Big Data, VR, virtualisation and tokenisation.

International real estate

International participation is a major feature of the event. The latest edition included projects from destinations such as the Dominican Republic, United States, Mexico, Panama, Costa Rica, Colombia, Paraguay, Venezuela, Portugal, Poland and the United Arab Emirates.

Event rules & visitor information

Visitors should follow the admission and security procedures established by SIMA and IFEMA MADRID.

Because SIMA combines public exhibition areas with professional conference and networking spaces, access can vary depending on the registration category and ticket or accreditation held.

Visitors should:

• Keep registration confirmation available.
• Follow IFEMA security instructions.
• Check whether individual conference areas require professional accreditation.
• Respect exhibitor and meeting areas.
• Review the official programme before arrival.
• Allow sufficient time for registration and security.
• Use the official floor plan once published.

Professionals attending for business purposes should also prepare company information, contact details and meeting objectives in advance.

The event can be particularly busy around popular conference sessions and major networking activities, so early arrival is recommended for high-priority meetings.

How to get there

IFEMA MADRID is located at Avenida del Partenón, 5, in Madrid.

The exhibition centre is well connected to Madrid’s road and public transport networks and is particularly accessible from Madrid-Barajas Airport.

By Metro

Metro Line 8 connects the IFEMA area with Nuevos Ministerios and Madrid-Barajas Airport. The relevant station is Feria de Madrid, with the Recintos Feriales exit providing access toward the South Entrance.

By bus

Madrid city buses serving IFEMA include Lines 73, 112 and 122. Intercity Line 828 also serves the exhibition centre.

By car

Visitors can reach IFEMA using the M-11, M-40 and A-2. IFEMA recommends specific motorway exits depending on the direction of travel.

By taxi

Taxi services are available at IFEMA, providing direct access from central Madrid, the airport and surrounding districts.

Public transport & parking

Public transport is one of the easiest ways to reach IFEMA MADRID, particularly for visitors staying in central Madrid.

Metro

Line 8 provides the principal Metro connection. Feria de Madrid station is the closest stop and offers access toward the exhibition complex.

Bus

Lines 73, 112 and 122 provide connections from different parts of Madrid, while Line 828 provides an intercity connection.

Airport

Madrid-Barajas Airport is especially convenient for international visitors because Metro Line 8 links the airport with the IFEMA area.

Parking

Visitors arriving by car can use IFEMA’s parking facilities. The exhibition complex provides extensive visitor parking, although availability and access arrangements can vary according to individual events.

Electric-vehicle users should also check IFEMA’s current information regarding charging and dedicated parking facilities.

Accommodation areas

Visitors attending SIMA can choose accommodation close to IFEMA or stay in central Madrid and travel to the venue by Metro.

Campo de las Naciones

This is one of the most convenient areas for visitors prioritising quick access to IFEMA. It is close to the exhibition complex and connected to Metro Line 8.

Barajas

The Barajas area offers numerous hotels near Madrid’s airport and can be particularly convenient for international visitors.

Salamanca

Salamanca provides an upscale central option with restaurants, shopping and good connections toward the IFEMA area.

Chamartín

Chamartín is useful for visitors who want convenient access to central Madrid while maintaining strong public transport connections.

Madrid city centre

Visitors combining the event with sightseeing can stay around Gran Vía, Sol, Centro or other central neighbourhoods and use Metro Line 8 and connecting services to reach IFEMA.

Professionals with early conference commitments may prefer accommodation closer to IFEMA, while leisure travellers may prefer central Madrid.

Previous year’s highlights

The latest edition recorded more than 22,000 visitors, including over 9,000 professionals and investors. The event also welcomed approximately 390 exhibitors, partners and collaborators and represented more than 5,500 companies.

International participation reached 37%, with delegations from 40 countries. This represented significant growth compared with the previous edition and reinforced Madrid’s role as a connection point between Spanish and international real estate investment.

More than 500 residential projects were showcased, covering both Spanish and international opportunities. International projects included destinations across the Americas, Europe, the Caribbean and the Middle East.

SIMA’s professional programme included approximately 300 speakers and 120 sessions, with subjects ranging from affordable housing and investment to public-private partnerships, global markets, new living models and technology.

The event also maintained a strong technology focus through SIMA TECH, where companies demonstrated solutions involving digitalisation, AI, Big Data, VR, virtualisation and tokenisation.

The combination of residential projects, professional conferences, investment opportunities, technology and networking made the latest edition one of the largest and most internationally focused editions in the event’s recent history.

Official registration & tickets

The official SIMA website is the primary source for registration, tickets, exhibitor information, conference programmes, participating companies and visitor updates.

The organiser provides separate pathways for professional visitors, general public visitors, exhibitors, partners and conference participants. Professional registration has previously included access to SIMA EXPO, SIMA INVEST, SIMA TECH and the SIMAPRO business and networking area.

The official website also provides a contact form for visitors who need information about exhibiting, sponsorship, the programme or attending the event.

Telephone: +34 915 77 47 97

Email: contactosima@gplanner.com

Official website: SIMA – Living Conference & Expo (https://simaexpo.com/)

Visitors should rely on the official SIMA registration platform for final admission conditions and updated programme information rather than using older ticket information from previous editions.