Coffee Fest 2026
Event Date
October 17–18, 2026
Location
Fort Worth, TX
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryCoffee Fest Dallas-Fort Worth is a business-to-business trade show serving the specialty coffee, tea, and beverage industry. Coffee Fest brings together top-selling brands from the specialty coffee industry and beyond, all under one roof, giving attendees the chance to connect face-to-face with suppliers, educators, experts, and the broader specialty coffee community. The Dallas-Fort Worth edition returns to the Fort Worth Convention Center on October 17-18, 2026.
The event serves as a key gathering for the specialty coffee community in the South, offering a unique opportunity to connect face-to-face with suppliers, educators, and industry experts. The show is built for coffee, tea, and restaurant professionals, from established cafe owners, operators, and roasters to entrepreneurs planning to open their own coffee shop.
Attendees find a wide variety of product-sourcing solutions across a broad range of product categories, alongside new business connections. With hands-on education, a bustling exhibit floor, live competitions, and abundant networking, Coffee Fest is a practical, high-value stop for anyone looking to grow a coffee or beverage business.
Show Highlights
Coffee Fest Dallas-Ft. Worth 2026 features dedicated show-floor areas including the Roasting Hub, Cupping Corner, Latte Art Venue (hosting the LAWCO competition), Conversation Corner, and Tech Lab.
Key highlights include:
- Latte Art World Championship Open (LAWCO) — a signature live barista competition held at the Latte Art Venue.
- Extensive education — over 80 hours of programming, with more than 50 free seminars and panel discussions plus paid workshops and hands-on training sessions.
- Roasting Hub & Cupping Corner — interactive zones focused on roasting and coffee tasting/evaluation.
- Coffee Skills Series — structured, skills-based training on the show floor.
- Organized by Clarion Events, a global events company with a portfolio spanning multiple industries.
Attendance
According to third-party conference guides, Coffee Fest Dallas-Fort Worth is one of the largest events in its category with approximately 2,000-5,000 attendees, taking place Oct 17-18, 2026 in Fort Worth, TX. The show's audience is composed of coffee, tea, and restaurant professionals, including cafe owners, operators, roasters, and industry decision-makers. Note: these attendance figures come from a third-party directory rather than the official Coffee Fest website.
Registration
A General Admission badge provides access to the exhibit hall and all free educational sessions, while the Gold Pass unlocks additional workshops and hands-on experiences. A single badge grants exhibit hall access for all show days plus complimentary education sessions.
At the time of research, the official site noted that 2026 registration information was "Coming Soon," advising visitors to check back in early summer 2026 and to sign up for updates. To exhibit or sponsor, prospective vendors can use the "Book Your Booth" links on the official website.
History
Coffee Fest is a long-running business-to-business trade show for the specialty coffee, tea, and beverage industry, staged in multiple U.S. cities. It is organized by Clarion Events, a global events company with a portfolio spanning multiple industries. In addition to the Dallas-Fort Worth edition, the brand runs shows in cities including New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles. Specific founding-year details were not confirmed on the sources reviewed.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Coffee Fest Dallas-Fort Worth 2026?
Coffee Fest Dallas-Fort Worth 2026 takes place October 17-18, 2026 at the Fort Worth Convention Center, 1201 Houston St, Fort Worth, TX 76102. The exhibit floor is open Saturday 10:00 AM-5:00 PM and Sunday 10:00 AM-4:00 PM.
Who should attend Coffee Fest?
Coffee Fest is a business-to-business event for coffee, tea, and restaurant professionals, as well as people seriously interested in getting started in the specialty coffee industry. It is not open to the general public, but those not yet in business are welcome and can access start-up education and resources.
How do I register and what passes are available?
A General Admission badge provides access to the exhibit hall and all free educational sessions, while the Gold Pass unlocks additional paid workshops and hands-on experiences. At the time of research the official site listed 2026 registration as coming soon, advising visitors to check back in early summer 2026 and sign up for updates.
What can I see and do at the show?
The show features dedicated areas including the Roasting Hub, Cupping Corner, Latte Art Venue (hosting the LAWCO competition), Conversation Corner, and Tech Lab. It also offers over 80 hours of education, with more than 50 free seminars and panel discussions plus paid workshops and hands-on training.
Where can I park and stay near the venue?
Convention center parking is available at 1200 Houston Street and 1301 Commerce Street, with additional garages and lots downtown. The venue is walkable to many hotels, including the adjacent Omni Fort Worth Hotel, plus the Kimpton Harper, Embassy Suites, AC Hotel, and Aloft, all within about a kilometer.
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