Coffee Fest New York 2027
Event Date
March 7–9, 2027
Location
New York, NY
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryCoffee Fest New York is a business-to-business trade show serving the specialty coffee, tea, and beverage community, positioned as a key resource for independent specialty coffee businesses on the East Coast. Held at the Javits Center in Manhattan, the event brings together top-selling brands from the specialty coffee industry and beyond under one roof, giving attendees the chance to connect face-to-face with suppliers, educators, experts, and the broader coffee community.
The show is built for coffee and restaurant professionals — cafe owners, operators, roasters, and industry professionals — as well as those seriously interested in launching a specialty coffee business; it is not open to the general public. Attendees can source new products, sharpen their skills through education sessions, and network with peers in an energetic, collaborative environment.
Coffee Fest is worth attending for its blend of hands-on education, a product-rich exhibit floor, and signature competitions such as the Latte Art World Championship Open. It runs side-by-side with the New York Restaurant Show, broadening the sourcing and networking opportunities available to attendees during the three-day event.
Show Highlights
Key features of Coffee Fest New York include:
- Latte Art World Championship Open — a high-energy, bracket-style competition where baristas face off in sudden-death, head-to-head matches, each creating one free-pour drink judged against their opponent in a 64-competitor bracket.
- Education program — a wide variety of topics led by industry experts, including complimentary sessions and the paid, hands-on Coffee Skills Series training.
- Show floor features — a product-rich exhibit floor showcasing new products, suppliers, and solutions from specialty coffee brands.
- Conversation Corner — panel discussions and expert insights on the show floor.
- Co-location with the New York Restaurant Show — held side-by-side, with discounted cross-registration available (separate badges required).
Registration
As of this writing, 2027 registration was not yet open. The organizer notes that 2027 registration information is "coming soon," advising prospective attendees to check back in December 2026, and offers a sign-up form to receive updates when registration goes live.
Key things to know about passes:
- A General Admission badge is valid for all three show days and includes exhibit hall access plus hours of complimentary education sessions.
- Some hands-on training (the Coffee Skills Series) is a paid add-on.
- Attendance is limited to coffee/restaurant professionals or those seriously interested in entering the industry — the show is not open to the public.
- A Coffee Fest badge does not include entry to the co-located New York Restaurant Show, but registrants receive a code for discounted cross-registration.
To exhibit or sponsor, prospective exhibitors can book a booth or contact the organizer through the show website.
History
Coffee Fest was founded in 1992, when its organizers gathered coffee professionals together in Seattle for their first coffee festival. After several years of hosting consumer events, Coffee Fest shifted its focus toward the specialty coffee, gourmet tea, and alternative beverage industry, launching its first retail "trade only" show in 1998.
Over the decades the brand grew into a series of regional trade shows strategically positioned across the United States. Its Latte Art World Championship Open has become a well-known fixture in the industry, with the bracket-style competition held largely across America since 2002. Today Coffee Fest is produced by Clarion Events (Clarion Food & Beverage Group) and runs multiple shows annually, including the New York edition at the Javits Center alongside events in cities such as Chicago, Pasadena, and Dallas-Fort Worth.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Coffee Fest New York 2027?
Coffee Fest New York 2027 takes place March 7-9, 2027, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, located at 429 11th Ave in Manhattan's Hudson Yards on the West Side.
Who should attend Coffee Fest New York?
Coffee Fest is a business-to-business event for coffee and restaurant professionals — including cafe owners, operators, and roasters — as well as people seriously interested in starting a specialty coffee business. It is not open to the general public.
How do I register for Coffee Fest New York 2027?
As of this writing, 2027 registration was not yet open; the organizer advises checking back in December 2026 and offers a sign-up form for updates. A General Admission badge is valid for all three days and includes exhibit hall access plus complimentary education sessions.
What makes Coffee Fest New York worth attending?
Attendees can source new products from top specialty coffee brands, learn from industry experts through education sessions and hands-on training, and network with the broader coffee community. Signature features include the bracket-style Latte Art World Championship Open.
Is there parking at the Javits Center?
The Javits Center does not offer general public on-site parking, but several off-site garages are within walking distance. Booking in advance through a service such as SpotHero is recommended, and the venue is also easily reached by the 7 subway line and multiple bus routes.
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