Americas Food & Beverage Show 2026
Event Date
September 14–16, 2026
Location
Miami Beach, FL
Expected Exhibitors
900
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Americas Food & Beverage Show & Conference (AF&B) is an exclusively B2B (business-to-business) trade event held annually in Miami. As the organizers describe it, it is only open to the industry, with attendees looking for new and innovative products to source, add to their store shelves, menus, and to wow their clients. The 2026 edition takes place at the Miami Beach Convention Center on September 14–16, 2026, and marks the show's 30th Anniversary.
The event draws a truly international, trade-focused audience. With over 900 exhibitors from 25+ countries, the Americas Food & Beverage Show is the premier trade event focused exclusively on food and beverage industry professionals, attracting more than 10,000 decision-makers, including buyers, importers, distributors, and retailers. Its position in Miami makes it a natural gateway between North American, Latin American, and global markets.
Beyond the exhibition floor, AF&B combines product sourcing with education and live experiences. The show brings together a comprehensive conference program, live product demonstrations at Center Stage, and the latest beverage trends and innovations at Beverage Stage, plus networking with buyers, distributors, retailers, and professionals from around the world. It is worth attending for anyone seeking to source products, explore trends, and form strategic partnerships across the Americas.
Show Highlights
AF&B is built around several signature features:
- Center Stage — live culinary demonstrations. The 2025/2026 program featured Center Stage Demonstrations with 13 presentations and 3 Michelin Star Chefs.
- Conference Program — a 3-day conference program with 14 speakers and bilingual (English & Spanish) content.
- Beverage Stage — a beverage demo stage featuring 20 presentations.
- International Pavilions — a Country of Honor program; Spain took center stage as Country of Honor with one of its largest international pavilions, nearly 60 exhibition stands, organized in partnership with the Spain-U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
- VIP Hosted Buyers Program — a by-approval program connecting high-level buyers with top global suppliers, offering benefits such as complimentary registration, early show-floor access, a buyers lounge, a VIP networking reception, and covered hotel accommodations for select buyers.
Marquee culinary talent has included chef Pierre Thiam, a James Beard Foundation Cookbook Hall of Fame member, and Michelin-rated chef Malyna Si, among chefs representing Spanish, Mexican, Peruvian, Japanese, Indian, and West African cuisine.
Attendance
The organizers report that the show attracts more than 10,000 decision-makers, including buyers, importers, distributors, and retailers, with over 900 exhibitors from 25+ countries. The audience is exclusively industry professionals, as it is a B2B-only event.
Booth Pricing
The official site does not publish specific booth prices; exhibit space is sold as all-inclusive turnkey packages. Standard configurations offered include a 10' x 10', 10' x 20', 20' x 20', and a Hard Wall Graphic package, each including carpet, a counter unit, TV, seating, and lighting. All-inclusive turnkey booth benefits include lead retrieval, guest passes, and a trade show app to schedule appointments. Interested exhibitors must contact the show to reserve a booth; a rush fee applies to orders placed after the July 24, 2026 deadline.
Registration
Registration is completed online at the show's website, and a single registration covers the full event. Pass tiers for 2026:
- Early Bird Pass — $110 USD (this rate ended July 17, 2026).
- Regular Registration — $165 USD, which ends September 13th and includes trade show floor access, access to Center Stage and the Beverage Demo Stage, and access to conference sessions.
- Onsite Registration — $225 (September 14–16).
Qualified buyers may also apply to the VIP Hosted Buyers Program, which offers complimentary registration but requires advance approval.
History
The Americas Food & Beverage Show is produced by World Trade Center Miami. The 2026 edition is a major milestone: the organizers confirm that AF&B 2026 marks the show's 30th Anniversary, placing its founding in the mid-1990s. Over three decades it has grown into what the organizers call the premier trade event focused exclusively on food and beverage professionals in the Americas, now hosting over 900 exhibitors from more than 25 countries and drawing more than 10,000 industry decision-makers. Recent editions have featured a rotating international Country of Honor program, with Spain designated as Country of Honor at the most recent show.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: July 23, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Americas Food & Beverage Show 2026?
The show takes place September 14–16, 2026, at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami Beach, Florida. The 2026 edition marks the event's 30th Anniversary.
Who should attend, and is it open to the public?
AF&B is an exclusively B2B (business-to-business) event open only to industry professionals. It is designed for buyers, importers, distributors, retailers, and foodservice operators looking to source new and innovative products.
How do I register and how much does it cost?
Registration is completed online at the show's website. Regular registration is $165 USD and ends September 13, while onsite registration during September 14–16 is $225. One registration includes the trade show floor, Center Stage, the Beverage Demo Stage, and conference sessions.
What can I see and do at the show?
Highlights include Center Stage culinary demonstrations featuring Michelin-star chefs, a bilingual multi-day conference program, the Beverage Stage, international country pavilions, and extensive networking with food and beverage professionals from more than 25 countries.
How do I get to the venue and where should I stay?
The Miami Beach Convention Center is served by Miami International (MIA) and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood (FLL) airports, with municipal parking garages nearby and the free Miami Beach Trolley in the area. Copa Airlines offers discounted airfare, and official housing partner FHTglobal provides preferred hotel rates for attendees and exhibitors.
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