Dates

    3–6 Feb 2027

    City / country

    Ljubljana, Slovenia

    Venue

    Gospodarsko razstavišče

    Time

    10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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    Event overview

    Overview

    Gast Expo 2027 will take place from February 3 to 6, 2027, at Gospodarsko razstavišče in Ljubljana, Slovenia.

    This event is a key gathering for the HoReCa sector, showcasing the latest trends and innovations in gastronomy and hospitality.

    Attendees can expect a diverse program of workshops, competitions, and networking opportunities.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Event dates: February 3-6, 2027
    2. 2Location: Gospodarsko razstavišče, Ljubljana, Slovenia
    3. 3Focus on HoReCa sector with over 500 exhibitors
    4. 4Expected attendance: over 20,000 visitors
    5. 5Diverse program including workshops and competitions

    Why visit

    GASTexpo 2027 gives HoReCa buyers a compact, high-density sourcing trip in central Ljubljana. Over four days you can walk 20 multifunctional halls and more than 12,300 sqm of indoor exhibition space, taste and compare gastronomy, drinks, coffee, confectionery, bakery, ice cream, wine and beer lines, and see hotel and restaurant equipment in live use. The programme runs alongside the 36th Alpe-Adria fair, adding supplier breadth, and includes livestreamed content, expert podcasts and competitions such as the coffee and lags contest. More than 20,000 visitors are expected, so the event supports real deal-making, distributor introductions and menu or equipment decisions in one trip rather than months of separate supplier visits.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors will benefit from direct access to a large audience of potential clients and partners, showcase their products, and gain insights into market trends. Gast Expo is crucial for professionals in the HoReCa sector, providing insights into the latest trends, technologies, and best practices. It serves as a platform for networking and collaboration among industry leaders.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Restaurant owners and managers
    Catering service providers
    Hotel operators and staff
    Food and beverage suppliers
    Hospitality consultants
    Culinary professionals and chefs

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Food and beverage manufacturers and brand owners
    Coffee, tea and beverage equipment suppliers
    Confectionery, bakery and ice cream producers
    Wine and beer producers and distributors
    Professional kitchen and catering equipment makers
    Hotel and restaurant furniture and fittings suppliers
    Hospitality technology and payment solution providers
    Packaging, disposables and food-service supply companies
    HoReCa distribution and wholesale businesses
    Marketing, consultancy and training firms serving hospitality

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Gastronomy equipment and supplies
    Beverages including wine and beer
    Culinary ingredients and products
    Hospitality technology solutions
    Food packaging and preservation
    Restaurant furniture and decor

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Gospodarsko razstavišče

    Dunajska cesta 18, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

    Facilities

    Parking

    Parking Gospodarsko razstavišče on Valjhunova ulica has around 400 spaces with prices from about EUR 1 to EUR 50, but construction nearby limits spaces. Organisers recommend P+R facilities and LPP city buses, which stop at Razstavišče directly in front of the main entrance.

    Parking: Parking Gospodarsko razstavišče on Valjhunova ulica has around 400 spaces with prices from about EUR 1 to EUR 50, but construction nearby limits spaces. Organisers recommend P+R facilities and LPP city buses, which stop at Razstavišče directly in front of the main entrance.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    10:00 AM –7:00 PM

    • Regular ticket (adults)

      €11.00

    • Family ticket (up to 2 adults and up to 3 children up to the age of 15)

      €22.00

    • Reduced entry ticket (students and pensioners)

      €9.00
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    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    PRIMORSKI SEJEM d.o.o. Koper

    Organizer

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    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Last edition

    2025

    Completed

    This edition

    2027

    Visitors: 20,000

    Exhibitors: 500

    Next edition

    Not announced yet

    New this edition

    • 1

      Hybrid fair format

      The fair is promoted as an international hybrid HoReCa event, combining on-site exhibition halls with an online participation track for exhibitors, as set out on the dedicated hybrid exhibitor page.

      Source
    • 2

      Co-located 36th Alpe-Adria fair

      The 36th Alpe-Adria fair runs as a parallel event alongside the Sejmi okusov GASTexpo HoReCa programme at Gospodarsko razstavišče.

      Source
    • 3

      Livestreaming and expert podcasts

      Fair proceedings are livestreamed and supported by expert podcast content listed in the event programme and news section of the official site.

      Source
    • 4

      On-site competitions and tastings

      The exhibition grounds host recurring features including a coffee and lags contest, pizza and beer stations, and a 2027 promo map guiding visitors through the hall programme.

      Source

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    Gast Expo 2027 will take place from February 3 to 6, 2027, at Gospodarsko razstavišče in Ljubljana, Slovenia. This event is a key gathering for the HoReCa sector, showcasing the latest trends and innovations in gastronomy and hospitality. Attendees can expect a diverse program of workshops, competitions, and networking opportunities. Gast Expo is crucial for professionals in the HoReCa sector, providing insights into the latest trends, technologies, and best practices. It serves.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors will benefit from direct access to a large audience of potential clients and partners, showcase their products, and gain insights into market trends. Gast Expo is crucial for professionals in the HoReCa sector, providing insights into the latest trends, technologies, and best practices. It serves as a platform for networking and collaboration among industry leaders. Exhibitor categories include Food and beverage manufacturers, Kitchen equipment suppliers, Catering service providers, Hospitality.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Slovenia — Ljubljana and the Alpine-Adriatic (Alpe-Adria) cross-border region linking Central Europe with northern Italy, Austria, Croatia and the Western Balkans; the country's principal HoReCa, tourism and food-service buying hub.

    Why it matters

    Attending Gast Expo 2027 on 2027-02-03 to 2027-02-06 in Ljubljana 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.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Digital buyer journeys

    Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.

    02

    Sustainability in procurement

    Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.

    03

    Automation and labour efficiency

    Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.

    04

    Regional supply-chain resilience

    Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.

    05

    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.

    Food and HoReCa trade fair circuit

    Book Ljubljana hotels and exhibitor meetings 8–12 weeks before 3 February 2027; the co-located Alpe-Adria fair keeps city hotels and the venue catering busy throughout the fair week. Peer shows in this sector cluster in January, February and October.

    Buyers covering food and hospitality usually plan Gast Expo 2027 together with the co-located Alpe-Adria tourism and leisure fair in the same Gospodarsko razstavišče halls, then benchmark offers against the major European HoReCa shows. The Ljubljana run is the most efficient single stop for Alpine-Adriatic, northern Italian and Balkan buyers: it is compact, takes place in early February before the spring contract and menu season, and covers food, drink, coffee, bakery, ice cream and professional kitchen equipment under one ticket.

    Pre-show (November 2026 – January 2027)

    Confirm exhibitor meetings and equipment demos for Gast Expo 2027, secure Ljubljana hotel rooms for 3–6 February and pre-register trade badges.

    Show week (3–6 February 2027)

    Hall walk-throughs across food, bakery, coffee, wine and kitchen equipment, tasting sessions, live demos, Alpe-Adria crossover meetings and supplier negotiations.

    Post-show (February – March 2027)

    Compare Gast Expo offers against HostMilano and INTERNORGA alternatives, issue purchase orders before the spring season and schedule supplier factory visits.

    Peer events are established sector fairs listed for itinerary planning; each runs on its own published cycle in its own host city.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    LJU

    Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (Brnik)

    Primary gateway for the fair. Frequent airport coaches (Nomago/Arriva) run to Ljubljana bus station in around 30 minutes; from there LPP city buses reach the Razstavišče stop at the venue entrance, or a taxi covers the final stretch for roughly EUR 5. A direct taxi or pre-booked transfer from the airport to central Ljubljana costs about EUR 25–40.

    ~24 km north of Gospodarsko razstavišče

    to venue

    25–35 min by car or taxi, about 45 min on the airport shuttle

    by car

    TRS

    Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (Ronchi dei Legionari)

    Practical alternative for exhibitors and buyers from northern Italy. The drive follows the A4/E70 motorway via the Fernetiči/Fernetti crossing and the Vipava valley; hiring a car at Trieste is the simplest option, as direct cross-border coaches to Ljubljana are limited.

    ~100 km west of Ljubljana

    to venue

    1 h 15 – 1 h 30 by car

    by car

    ZAG

    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport

    Main hub for Balkan and south-east European visitors. The A2/E70 motorway via Bregana links Zagreb to Ljubljana in under two hours, and frequent intercity coaches connect Zagreb bus station with Ljubljana bus station, a short LPP ride or walk from the exhibition grounds.

    ~140 km south-east of Ljubljana

    to venue

    1 h 45 – 2 h by car or coach

    by car

    KLU

    Klagenfurt Airport

    Small Austrian gateway used mainly by Carinthian and southern Austrian visitors driving to the fair via the Karawanks tunnel and the A2 motorway; limited flight choice, so most Austrian buyers compare fares with Ljubljana or Graz before booking.

    ~150 km north of Ljubljana

    to venue

    ~2 h by car

    by car

    VCE

    Venice Marco Polo Airport

    Long-haul option for intercontinental visitors: fly into Venice, then take the coach or rail connection to Ljubljana, or hire a car and follow the A4 motorway east. Allow a full half-day for the transfer and check cross-border rail schedules on arrival day.

    ~240 km west of Ljubljana

    to venue

    2 h 45 – 3 h by car, about 3 h 30 by coach and rail

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Grand Plaza Hotel & Congress Center, Ljubljana

    Ljubljana

    4.6

    5-star congress hotel returned in the Exhibition And Convention Centre hotel cluster for the 3-6 February 2027 dates.

    B&B Hotel Ljubljana Park

    Ljubljana

    4.3

    Pet-friendly with parking, listed in the convention centre hotel cluster.

    Hotel Meksiko

    Ljubljana

    3.8

    Parking and free Wi-Fi, listed in the convention centre hotel cluster.

    Vila Teslova

    Ljubljana

    4.5

    Free cancellation and pet-friendly.

    Hotel Vila Katrca

    Ljubljana

    3.8

    Pet-friendly with parking.

    ibis Styles Ljubljana The Fuzzy Log

    Ljubljana

    4.1

    Economy option in the convention centre cluster.

    AdHoc Hostel

    Ljubljana

    4.3

    Budget hostel option with pet-friendly policy and free Wi-Fi.

    Villa pod Gradom

    Ljubljana

    2.9

    Small budget property listed for the show dates.

    Cha cha rooms

    Ljubljana

    4.3

    Free cancellation and parking.

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    LPP city bus

    Estimated costEst. EUR 2-5 per single trip

    The Razstavišče bus stop sits directly in front of the venue main entrance, and LPP city buses are the recommended access while construction works limit parking around the grounds.

    Parking at the venue

    Estimated costEUR 1-50 per stay

    Parking Gospodarsko razstavišče at Valjhunova ulica 6 offers about 400 spaces with prices ranging from EUR 1 to EUR 50; nearby construction reduces street availability.

    P+R park and ride plus LPP bus

    Estimated costEst. EUR 2-6 combined parking and bus

    Organisers recommend leaving cars at P+R facilities outside the centre and continuing by LPP city bus, which runs quickly and reliably to the exhibition grounds.

    Taxi or shuttle from Ljubljana airport

    Estimated costEst. EUR 20-40 for an airport transfer

    GR Ljubljana states the venue is about 20 minutes from the airport and can be reached by taxi or shuttle; the central location also allows walking from many downtown hotels.

    taxi

    Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forLjubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (Brnik) (LJU) to Gospodarsko razstavišče

    25–35 min by car or taxi, about 45 min on the airport shuttle; Primary gateway for the fair. Frequent airport coaches (Nomago/Arriva) run to Ljubljana bus station in around 30 minutes; from there LPP city buses reach the Razstavišče stop at the venue entrance, or a taxi covers th

    taxi

    Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forTrieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (Ronchi dei Legionari) (TRS) to Gospodarsko razstavišče

    1 h 15 – 1 h 30 by car; Practical alternative for exhibitors and buyers from northern Italy. The drive follows the A4/E70 motorway via the Fernetiči/Fernetti crossing and the Vipava valley; hiring a car at Trieste is the simplest option, as direct cross-border coaches to Ljubljan

    taxi

    Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Gospodarsko razstavišče

    1 h 45 – 2 h by car or coach; Main hub for Balkan and south-east European visitors. The A2/E70 motorway via Bregana links Zagreb to Ljubljana in under two hours, and frequent intercity coaches connect Zagreb bus station with Ljubljana bus station, a short LPP ride or walk from th

    taxi

    Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forKlagenfurt Airport (KLU) to Gospodarsko razstavišče

    ~2 h by car; Small Austrian gateway used mainly by Carinthian and southern Austrian visitors driving to the fair via the Karawanks tunnel and the A2 motorway; limited flight choice, so most Austrian buyers compare fares with Ljubljana or Graz before booking.

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: check with organiser

    Slovenia is a party to the Schengen Agreement. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for business or tourist stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period, and the 90-day count starts on first entry into the Schengen Zone.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    February is mid-winter in Ljubljana: average daytime highs around 5-6 C and night lows near -2 C, with roughly 70-88 mm of precipitation spread over about 9-12 wet days. Mornings are cold and snow is possible, so plan indoor time and warm transport between hotels and Gospodarsko razstavišče.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Slovenia is an EU country with good mobile coverage in Ljubljana. Visitors can use their home roaming plan or buy a travel eSIM before departure; eSIM marketplaces such as KnowRoaming and MobiMatter sell instant-delivery data plans that activate on landing, avoiding a local SIM shop visit during show days.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Greetings and punctuality

    Greet contacts with a handshake and 'Dober dan' (good day); Slovenian business culture is formal and punctual, so arrive on time for stand appointments and use gospod or gospa with surnames until invited to switch to first names. English is widely spoken in the HoReCa trade, though a few Slovenian phrases are always appreciated.

    Tipping and paying

    Tipping is not obligatory: round up the bill or leave around 5–10% in restaurants and cafés for good service, ideally in cash. Cards are accepted almost everywhere in Ljubljana, including at the venue, but keep some euro coins for cloakrooms, tasting stands and small cafés outside the fair.

    Tasting and stand etiquette

    Tasting samples at the food, coffee, wine and ice-cream stands are offered free to trade visitors — accept a small portion, then ask about minimum order quantities, price tiers and delivery terms. Bring plenty of business cards, exchange them at the start of a stand visit, and avoid holding a bottle or cup while shaking hands.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: LJU

    Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Ljubljana; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Visa

    Slovenia is a Schengen Area member. U.S. citizens and other visa-exempt nationals can attend business events for short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period without a visa. Third-country nationals who are not visa-exempt must obtain a Schengen short-stay C-type visa from a Slovenian diplomatic mission or consulate, or through a VFS Global application centre, before travelling.

    Processing: Slovenia visa guides quote appointment and processing times of roughly 5-7 working days at some centres, but allow several weeks before travel to secure an appointment and documents.

    Apply at the Slovenian embassy or consulate responsible for your country of residence, or at a VFS Global Slovenia application centre. The New Delhi embassy requires name, surname, date of birth and passport number by email to schedule visa section visits.

    Official

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (Brnik) (LJU): 25–35 min by car or taxi, about 45 min on the airport shuttle; Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (Ronchi dei Legionari) (TRS): 1 h 15 – 1 h 30 by car; Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG): 1 h 45 – 2 h by car or coach; Klagenfurt Airport (KLU): ~2 h by car. Allow road or rail time to Gospodarsko razstavišče; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Gospodarsko razstavišče: Ljubljana: Grand Plaza Hotel & Congress Center, Ljubljana; Ljubljana: B&B Hotel Ljubljana Park; Ljubljana: Hotel Meksiko.

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Ljubljana; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: The Razstavišče LPP bus stop is located directly in front of the venue main entrance. Because construction in the surrounding area limits parking, organisers suggest arriving by LPP city buses or by using P+R facilities rather than driving to the grounds.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Gospodarsko razstavišče; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: February 2027

    Temperature: Average highs around 5-6 C and night lows near -2 C; records for February have ranged from about -11 C to 19 C.

    Seasonality: February is a wet continental winter month in Ljubljana, with about 70-88 mm of rain across roughly 9-12 rainy days. Ljubljana sees precipitation in every month, so a compact umbrella and waterproof outer layer are useful even on dry-looking days.

    Packing: Pack insulated layers, a waterproof jacket, warm boots or waterproof shoes and gloves for a cold, damp Ljubljana winter. Slovenia travel guides note temperatures can swing within a day, so versatile layers and rain gear are more useful than a single heavy coat.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Friday 5 February 2027 (third day of the fair)

    Gast Expo runs Wednesday 3 to Saturday 6 February 2027. Wednesday is dominated by the opening, press activity and first-round appointments, while Saturday draws a larger consumer and retail-side audience. The third day, Friday, balances full exhibitor presence in every hall — food, bakery and confectionery, coffee, ice cream, wine and beer and professional kitchen equipment — with the densest programme of buyer meetings and the co-located Alpe-Adria hospitality audience, so decision-makers from Slovenian, Italian and Austrian hotel and restaurant groups are all on site. Arrive at opening time and pre-book stand meetings, because Friday afternoons thin out early as regional visitors travel home for the weekend.

    1

    Confirm registration and ticket route — Check the organiser site for the visitor ticket process and current pricing (adult 11 EUR, family 22 EUR, reduced 9 EUR) before booking travel.

    2

    Check visa or entry status — Slovenia is in the Schengen Area: confirm whether your nationality is visa-exempt for short business stays or needs a C-type visa via a Slovenian embassy or VFS Global centre.

    3

    Book flights and arrival slot — Fly into Ljubljana and plan a taxi or shuttle transfer of about 20 minutes to the city centre venue; allow buffer time before the 3 February opening.

    4

    Reserve hotel near the venue — Book a central Ljubljana property (for example in the Exhibition And Convention Centre cluster) for 3 to 6 February 2027 and confirm free-cancellation terms.

    5

    Plan airport-to-venue transfer — Choose between taxi or shuttle from the airport, or arrive at Ljubljana bus and rail stations and continue on foot or by LPP bus to the Razstavišče stop.

    6

    Download hall plan and programme — Save the 2027 promo map and programme from gast.si so you can target the gastronomy, coffee, bakery, wine and hotel equipment halls.

    7

    Shortlist exhibitors and sessions — List the suppliers you want to meet and the livestream, podcast and competition sessions you want to attend across the four show days.

    8

    Request B2B meetings — Contact target exhibitors before travel to schedule stand meetings, especially for equipment quotes and distributor discussions.

    9

    Arrange local transport and parking — If driving, plan for limited parking near the venue and use P+R plus LPP buses, or park at Gospodarsko razstavišče on Valjhunova ulica.

    10

    Prepare winter packing — Pack insulated layers, waterproof jacket, warm boots and gloves for Ljubljana in February, with highs near 5-6 C and lows around -2 C.

    11

    Organise meeting documents — Print or download company details, product specs, order requirement lists and business cards for stand conversations.

    12

    Confirm payments and currency — Slovenia uses the euro (EUR); cards and contactless payments are widely accepted, so carry only a small amount of cash for minor purchases.

    13

    Reconfirm travel and hotel — Check flight times, hotel confirmation and airport transfer details one day before departure.

    14

    Arrive and collect badge — Land in Ljubljana, transfer to the venue area, collect your badge on the first morning and pick up a printed hall plan for orientation.

    Side trips

    2

    Lake Bled

    Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle

    Networking spots

    3

    Coffee, ice-cream and beverage tasting zones

    Venue catering and restaurant area, Gospodarsko razstavišče

    Alpe-Adria partner and business corner, Dunajska cesta halls

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

    visitor_ticket

    visitor · Regular ticket (adults)

    EUR 11 / per person

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    visitor_ticket

    visitor · Family ticket (up to 2 adults and up to 3 children up to the age of 15)

    EUR 22 / per person

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    visitor_ticket

    visitor · Reduced entry ticket (students and pensioners)

    EUR 9 / per person

    official

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

    QUESTION 1 OF 6

    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    You want to compare products, taste and benchmark brands, meet regional suppliers and attend the co-located Alpe-Adria fair without committing stand budget.

    Best for

    Independent restaurant, hotel, bakery and coffee shop owners, chefs and food service buyers sourcing ingredients, drinks and equipment, plus distributors scouting regional HoReCa suppliers across the gastronomy, coffee, bakery, ice cream, wine and beer halls.

    Min. budget

    $350.00

    Timeline

    4-6 weeks for flights, hotel and ticket planning before the 3-6 February 2027 dates

    Risks

    Ljubljana hotel rates and availability tighten around the early-February fair period

    Cold winter weather and limited parking near the venue during construction require P+R or LPP bus planning

    exhibit

    Your products fit the HoReCa equipment, food, drink or hospitality supply chain and you want direct contact with thousands of regional buyers in one venue.

    Best for

    Food and beverage producers, professional kitchen and hotel equipment makers, coffee and beverage suppliers, packaging and hospitality technology firms targeting the Alpine-Adriatic HoReCa market and the parallel 36th Alpe-Adria audience.

    Min. budget

    $2,200.00

    Timeline

    6-9 months for stand booking, build, freight and staff planning

    Risks

    Hall and stand allocation at Gospodarsko razstavišče is limited and books early

    Freight and customs lead time for demo equipment and product samples entering Slovenia

    Visa and appointment lead time for non-EU stand staff travelling to a Schengen country

    skip

    You have no HoReCa sourcing, distribution or menu and equipment decisions to make at this year's show.

    Best for

    Companies whose product lines sit outside food, beverage, kitchen and hotel equipment and hospitality supply, or teams already served by a regional distributor network with no new sourcing targets.

    Timeline

    0 weeks - no travel or stand commitment

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

    Gallery

    Photos

    Dog show highlights at Gast Expo 2027
    Dog show highlights at Gast Expo 2027

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    What are the ticket prices for Gast Expo 2027?
    Regular ticket for adults is 11 EUR, family ticket is 22 EUR, and reduced entry for students and pensioners is 9 EUR.
    When will Gast Expo 2027 take place?
    Gast Expo 2027 will take place from February 3 to 6, 2027.
    Where is the event held?
    The event is held at Gospodarsko razstavišče in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
    What industries does Gast Expo focus on?
    Gast Expo focuses on the HoReCa sector, showcasing gastronomy, hospitality, and related industries.
    How many visitors are expected?
    Over 20,000 visitors are expected to attend Gast Expo 2027.
    Do I need a visa to attend Gast Expo in Slovenia?
    Slovenia is a Schengen Area member, so U.S. citizens and other visa-exempt nationals can attend for business stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period without a visa. Non-exempt third-country nationals must obtain a Schengen C-type short-stay visa through a Slovenian embassy or consulate or a VFS Global centre before travelling.
    What currency is used in Ljubljana and at the show?
    Slovenia uses the euro, ISO code EUR. Cards and contactless payments are widely accepted across Ljubljana, and bank-owned ATMs are recommended if you need cash.
    Is parking available at Gospodarsko razstavišče?
    Parking Gospodarsko razstavišče on Valjhunova ulica has around 400 spaces with prices from about EUR 1 to EUR 50, but construction nearby limits spaces. Organisers recommend P+R facilities and LPP city buses, which stop at Razstavišče directly in front of the main entrance.

    Glossary

    1
    HoReCa
    An acronym for Hotels, Restaurants and Catering, the food service and hospitality sector that GASTexpo is built around.
    2
    Gastronomy
    The art and science of good eating, often associated with fine dining and culinary excellence.
    3
    Exhibitor
    A company or individual that displays products or services at a trade show.
    4
    Networking
    The act of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts.
    5
    Workshop
    A hands-on training session where participants learn skills or techniques related to a specific topic.
    6
    GASTexpo
    The Sejmi okusov GASTexpo series, an international hybrid HoReCa trade fair held at Gospodarsko razstavišče in Ljubljana and promoted as the leading event of its kind in the region.
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    Alpe-Adria
    The regional Alpine-Adriatic fair held as a parallel event alongside GASTexpo; the 36th edition runs with the 2027 Sejmi okusov programme.
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    Schengen Area
    The group of European countries with a common short-stay visa policy. Slovenia is a member, so visa-exempt visitors can attend business events for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
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    P+R
    Park and ride: a car park outside the city centre where visitors leave their vehicle and continue to the venue by public bus, recommended here because parking near Gospodarsko razstavišče is limited.
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    LPP
    Ljubljana Passenger Transport, the city bus operator whose Razstavišče stop is located directly in front of the venue main entrance.

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