Expo Cafe 2026
Event Date
September 3–5, 2026
Location
Mexico City, Mexico
Expected Exhibitors
300
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryExpo Café is Mexico's premier business event dedicated to coffee, bringing together the entire coffee industry under one roof for three days in Mexico City. Held at the World Trade Center CDMX (with activities extending to the Pepsi Center and the Salones Mayas), the show promotes a culture of quality coffee consumption and connects professionals across the value chain. It is an 18-and-over, business-focused event.
The show draws a broad professional audience, including café owners, roasters, restaurateurs, hotel and banquet buyers, coffee producers, distributors, equipment manufacturers, investors and entrepreneurs looking to open a coffee business. Alongside the exhibition floor, attendees gain access to hands-on workshops (Talleres), expert-led conferences (Conferencias), tasting experiences and the Negocios 24/7 digital catalog for year-round connections.
Expo Café is worth attending for anyone seeking to grow a coffee-related business or deepen their knowledge of specialty coffee. With more than 25,000 visitors and over 300 exhibitors, it offers a concentrated opportunity to source products, discover new brands and equipment, learn from industry leaders, and network with the Mexican and international coffee community.
Show Highlights
- Premio Sabor Expo Café — a competition spotlighting the best blends and single-origin coffees from brands present in Mexico, awarding recognition and a dedicated space within the show.
- Mexican Barista Competition — the national barista championship (23rd edition held in 2025).
- Salón de Talleres (Workshops) — a full program of hands-on training sessions.
- Salón de Conferencias (Conferences) — in-person talks with sector experts.
- Negocios 24/7 — a digital exhibitor catalog to connect with brands year-round.
- Tasting experiences and a roaster/coffee-making showcase spanning the coffee industry.
Attendance
According to the organizer, Expo Café attracts more than 25,000 visitors and over 300 exhibitors. The event reports that more than 90% of attendees rate the show as excellent, over 80% are satisfied with the experience, and 85% highlight the variety and quality of exhibitors. The audience includes over 9,700 direct consumers alongside professional buyers such as cafés, restaurants, hotels, roasters, producers, investors and coffee marketers.
Booth Pricing
Exhibitor pricing is quoted at $7,750 MXN + VAT per square meter (corner spaces add 10% extra). Prices are subject to change. Published stand costs include:
- 2×2 (4 m²) booth: $31,000 + VAT
- 3×2 (6 m²) booth: $46,500 + VAT
- 4×2 (8 m²) booth: $62,000 + VAT
- 3×3 (9 m²) booth: $69,750 + VAT
- 6×3 (18 m²) booth: $139,500 + VAT
- Island 36 m² booth: $279,000 MXN + VAT
Pavilion options: Producers pavilion $14,700 + VAT; Flavor Award pavilion $13,250 + VAT. Standard stands include a partition wall, marquee signage, exhibitor directory listing, general carpeting, exhibitor badges/wristbands (based on contracted area) and a 1,000-watt electrical contact. Payment is typically structured as 25% to reserve, followed by staged payments, with the balance due about 15 days before the show.
Registration
Visitors can pre-register online through the official registration portal at expocafecdmx.registrotradex.com. Entry costs are $230 with pre-registration and $270 on site. Note that Expo Café is an exclusive event for adults 18 and over — strollers and children are not permitted. Companies interested in exhibiting can request a booth through the organizer at info@expocafe.mx or +52 (55) 5604 4900 ext. 124 and 122.
History
Expo Café is a long-running event, presenting its 29th edition and billed as the most important coffee event in Mexico. Its signature Premio Sabor Expo Café competition celebrated 14 years in 2023 and 15 years in 2024, reflecting the show's sustained role in promoting Mexican coffee and high quality standards. The organizer notes that the number of visitors has grown year over year. The show is produced by Tradex Exposiciones.
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 Expo Café 2026 held?
Expo Café 2026 takes place September 3–5, 2026, at the World Trade Center CDMX (WTC) and Pepsi Center in Colonia Nápoles, Mexico City. Show hours are 11:00 to 20:00 each day.
How much does it cost to attend, and how do I register?
Entry costs $230 MXN with online pre-registration and $270 MXN on site. You can pre-register through the official registration portal linked from expocafe.mx.
Who should attend Expo Café?
It is aimed at coffee industry professionals and enthusiasts, including café and restaurant owners, roasters, hotel and banquet buyers, producers, distributors, equipment makers, investors and entrepreneurs. Note that it is an event exclusively for people aged 18 and over.
What can I see and do at the show?
Beyond the exhibition floor with 300+ exhibitors, Expo Café offers hands-on workshops, expert conferences, coffee tastings, the Premio Sabor Expo Café quality competition and the Mexican Barista Competition.
How much does an exhibitor booth cost?
Space is priced at $7,750 MXN + VAT per square meter, with corner spaces 10% extra. Ready-built stands range from $31,000 + VAT for a 4 m² booth up to $279,000 MXN + VAT for a 36 m² island; prices are subject to change.
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