Cafe Show Seoul 2026, November 11, COEX, Seoul, a premier event for coffee and F&B professionals.
Dates
11 Nov 2026
City / country
Seoul, South Korea
Venue
COEX
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Event overview
Cafe Show Seoul is the world's largest business platform that takes place every November to revitalize the global coffee industry and F&B culture.
The show provides a distinctive value and experience that is exclusive to the Cafe Show Seoul.
TL;DR
Attendees will gain insights into the latest coffee trends, network with industry leaders, and explore innovative products and solutions.
Exhibitors can showcase their products to a targeted audience, gain visibility, and connect with potential buyers and partners. Cafe Show Seoul serves as a vital platform for networking and discovering new trends in the coffee and F&B sectors, making it essential for industry professionals.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Halls & areas
45, Baekjegobun-ro 9-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05561, South Korea
Entrances & gates
Main Entrance
Attend
How the last edition performed
Current edition
2026
Impact
Cafe Show Seoul is the world's largest business platform that takes place every November to revitalize the global coffee industry and F&B culture. The show provides a distinctive value and experience that is exclusive to the Cafe Show Seoul. Cafe Show Seoul serves as a vital platform for networking and discovering new trends in the coffee and F&B sectors, making it essential for industry professionals. Cafe Show Seoul 2026, November 11, COEX,.
Audience quality
Visitors typically include Coffee shop owners and operators, F&B industry professionals, Coffee enthusiasts and connoisseurs, Suppliers of coffee equipment and products. Date: November 11, 2026. Location: COEX, Seoul, South Korea. Focus: Global coffee industry and F&B culture. Unique MICE model integrating industry and culture. Cafe Show Seoul attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.
Exhibitor outcomes
Exhibitors can showcase their products to a targeted audience, gain visibility, and connect with potential buyers and partners. Cafe Show Seoul serves as a vital platform for networking and discovering new trends in the coffee and F&B sectors, making it essential for industry professionals. Exhibitor categories include Coffee equipment manufacturers, Coffee bean suppliers, Beverage and food product companies, Packaging solution providers. Exhibitors use the event for lead generation, product launches, and direct.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attending Cafe Show Seoul on 2026-11-11 to 2026-11-11 in Seoul lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Digital buyer journeys
Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.
Sustainability in procurement
Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.
Automation and labour efficiency
Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.
Regional supply-chain resilience
Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.
Hybrid engagement models
Live demonstrations remain decisive, but follow-up webinars, digital catalogues, and year-round supplier portals extend the commercial window after the show.
Buyers covering food often plan Cafe Show Seoul alongside regional peer shows to compare products, pricing, and service coverage across markets.
Pre-show
Confirm exhibitor meetings and product demos for Cafe Show Seoul.
Show week
Hall walk-throughs, live demos, and supplier negotiations.
Peer events are widely known sector fairs; verify dates on each organiser website before booking.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Primary international gateway serving Seoul.
to venue
45–70 min
by car
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
taxi
AREX train to Seoul, then metro to the venue line.
Weather
November in Seoul typically sees 8–16°C. Cooling. Warm layers for outdoor queues. Check the forecast a week before travel and pack for walking between halls and outdoor transfers.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to South Korea.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Registration
Confirm registration and venue access with the organiser before travelling to Seoul.
Arrival
Arrive early on the first show day for orientation and security screening.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: ICN
Book flights to ICN (Seoul) when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue.
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Seoul (ICN): Primary international gateway serving Seoul.. Allow road or rail time to COEX; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Primary gateways: Seoul (ICN): Primary gateway for the host city — confirm routes on the organiser site.. Allow road time to COEX; confirm parking via the organiser.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Seoul; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Use local bus, tram, or metro routes serving COEX; check operator timetables.
Parking: On-site parking is available at COEX; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026
Temperature: 8–16°C
Seasonality: Cooling.
Packing: November in Seoul typically sees 8–16°C. Cooling. Warm layers for outdoor queues.
Decision
Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.
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What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Coffee machines and brewing equipment solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Cafe Show Seoul in Seoul.
Min. budget
$350.00
Timeline
4–8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change — confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Coffee machines and brewing equipment products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
3–6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall — confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Seoul show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
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Cafe Show Seoul
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