Chocolate y Cacao 2026
Event Date
September 3–5, 2026
Location
Mexico City, Mexico
Expected Exhibitors
200
About This Show
AI-drafted summarySalón Chocolate y Cacao is a specialized B2B and consumer exposition held in Mexico City that is dedicated to promoting the culture of chocolate and cocoa, identity, and market trends. It is presented as the only event to bring together, over three days, the complete chain from cocoa bean to gourmet and industrial chocolate, covering raw materials and processing technology through to fine and hand-crafted chocolate.
The show serves two audiences at once. On the professional side, it connects exhibitors with specialized buyers from across the country looking to discover select chocolate and cocoa products. At the same time, chocolate lovers can gather in one place to enjoy the wide range of chocolates, tastings, different products, and samples of the various forms of production.
The event leads gastronomic trends in Mexico by bringing together professionals from the HORECA industry, and it forms part of a wider gourmet experience held simultaneously with Expo Café, the Agave Fest, and the Wine Room. Inside the show, attendees find workshops, demos, and tastings designed to deliver a real chocolate experience. In 2026 the show marks its 15th anniversary.
Show Highlights
Signature features and activities include:
- Grand Prix de Chocolate — an award that recognizes Mexican chocolate brands for their commitment to quality, highlighting the country's best chocolates.
- Eat Me, Vestido de Chocolate — a dress made entirely by hand and mostly crafted from chocolate.
- Plataforma de Negocios 24/7 — a digital catalog presenting novelties and leading products to connect visitors with exhibitors 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Notiblog — weekly exclusive content on chocolate, cocoa, and everything related to the industry.
Core show activities span tastings (degustaciones), product sales, demonstrations of production methods, workshops (talleres), and cupping sessions (catas).
Attendance
The organizer reports figures of more than 16,000 visitors and more than 200 exhibitors. Due to the profile of the event, admission is not permitted for those under 18 years of age.
Booth Pricing
The base price is $5,300 Mexican pesos per m², plus taxes. Published packages include:
- Booth 2×2 (4 m²) — $21,200 MXN plus taxes
- Booth 3×2 (6 m²) — $31,800 MXN plus taxes
- Booth 4×2 (8 m²) — $42,400 MXN plus taxes
- Tables — $12,000 MXN plus taxes
Packages include black hard walls, illumination, general carpeting, business name on the marquee, and complete details in the Show Guide Exhibitors.
Registration
Admission costs $230 MXN with pre-registration and $270 MXN for on-site registration, priced per day, per person. Visitors can pre-register online through the show's official registration portal (registrotradex). Note that, due to the profile of the event, access is not allowed for anyone under 18 years of age. Companies wishing to exhibit can reserve a stand via the "¿Cómo ser expositor?" section of the official website.
History
The exposition is organized by Tradex Exposiciones and runs alongside other gourmet events such as Expo Café, the Agave Fest, and the Wine Room. Together these form a complete gourmet experience held simultaneously. In 2026 the show celebrates its 15th anniversary (15 Aniversario), reflecting its establishment as a recurring annual event in Mexico City. Over time it has positioned itself around presenting all the trends in the gourmet world, promoting the culture of good eating, and offering a forum for launches and presentations of gourmet products.
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 22, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Salón Chocolate y Cacao 2026 held?
The show takes place September 3–5, 2026, from 11:00 to 20:00, at the Pepsi Center in the World Trade Center (WTC) complex, Dakota s/n, Col. Nápoles, Benito Juárez, Mexico City.
How much does admission cost and how do I register?
Admission is $230 MXN with pre-registration and $270 MXN for on-site registration, priced per day, per person. Visitors can pre-register online through the show's official registration portal. Access is not permitted for anyone under 18 years of age.
Who should attend Salón Chocolate y Cacao?
It is aimed at HORECA and gourmet-industry professionals and specialized buyers seeking chocolate and cocoa products, as well as chocolate lovers who want to sample and discover a wide range of chocolates in one place.
What can I see and do at the show?
Highlights include tastings, product sales, production demonstrations, workshops and cupping sessions, plus signature features like the Grand Prix de Chocolate awards, the Eat Me chocolate dress, and the Negocios 24/7 digital business platform.
How much does it cost to exhibit?
Booth space starts at $5,300 MXN per m² plus taxes, with packages such as a 4 m² booth at $21,200 MXN, a 6 m² booth at $31,800 MXN, an 8 m² booth at $42,400 MXN, and tables at $12,000 MXN, all plus taxes. Packages include hard walls, lighting, carpeting and marquee signage.
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