Gulfood 2026 to Double in Size as Global Food Trade Show Expands Across Two Dubai Venues
Gulfood 2026 to Double in Size as Global Food Trade Show Expands Across Two Dubai Venues
Gulfood 2026, the world's largest and most influential food and beverage (F&B) sourcing event, will take place from January 26 to 30, 2026, in Dubai, marking a historic new chapter for the global food industry. Positioned as the first and biggest F&B sourcing and innovation show of the year, Gulfood 2026 is set to be 100% bigger, broader and more transformative, responding to record global demand across food, agriculture, logistics and foodtech.
A Landmark Dual-Venue Expansion
For the first time in its history, Gulfood will span two mega venues — Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) at Expo City Dubai — creating a single, seamlessly connected global platform. This dual-venue format delivers 100% more floor space, enhanced accessibility and smarter sector clustering, fundamentally redefining how global food trade connects, sources and scales.
Record-Breaking Global Participation
Gulfood 2026 will host 8,500+ exhibitors from 195 countries, showcasing more than 1.5 million products, making it the most international edition in the event's history. New national pavilions, first-time exhibitors and emerging food economies will join established global brands, offering buyers unrivalled exposure to new suppliers, categories and markets shaping the future of food.
More Business, Deeper Sector Focus
Designed to help businesses buy bigger, move faster and unlock new opportunities, Gulfood 2026 introduces clearer sector focus across 12 specialised zones, covering Power Brands, Beverages, Meat & Poultry, Seafood, Pulses & Grains, Fresh Produce and more. The expanded layout and smarter clustering across both venues enable more efficient sourcing, stronger matchmaking and larger-scale global trade deals.
Innovation, AI and the Future of Food
Innovation takes centre stage at Gulfood 2026 with the launch of four new sectors: Gulfood Logistics, Gulfood Startups, Gulfood Fresh and Gulfood Grocery Trade. These additions spotlight how AI, automation, smart logistics and foodtech are transforming the global F&B ecosystem — from farm to fork. Gulfood Startups alone brings together hundreds of disruptive innovators, offering direct access to next-generation technologies and scalable business models.
A Strategic Platform for the Entire Global Food Ecosystem
Gulfood 2026 attracts decision-makers from every layer of the value chain. Trade authorities and ministries attend to advance bilateral cooperation and market access; retail and hospitality chains source high-demand products and regionalise portfolios; investors and private equity firms scout scalable, future-fit ventures; while manufacturers, distributors, startups, academics and sustainability leaders converge to exchange data, form partnerships and align innovation with science-based sustainability goals.
Why Exhibit at Gulfood 2026
Building on its legacy and responding to unprecedented demand, Gulfood 2026 will double in size, firmly positioning Dubai as the epicentre of international food trade. Exhibitors benefit from first-mover advantage at the year's most important F&B event, expanded presentation capabilities, access to a diversified global buyer base, and a platform purpose-built to showcase breakthrough innovation at scale.
Global Leadership and Long-Term Impact
High-level dialogue will shape the industry's next decade through the Gulfood World Food Economy Summit and the Future Food 500 Summit, bringing together ministers, CEOs, policymakers and investors to address trade resilience, food security and sustainable growth.
With unmatched scale, deeper sector integration and a future-focused agenda, Gulfood 2026 is not just bigger — it is transformational. As global food systems face rapid change, this landmark edition offers the connections, intelligence and opportunities needed to future-proof businesses and redefine global food trade.
Event Details:
Dates: January 26-30, 2026
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre & Dubai Exhibition Centre, Dubai
Website: https://www.gulfood.com/