Name: HOFEX '2027
Start: 2027-05-10
End: 2027-05-10
Location: Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre

Event overview

Overview

HOFEX '2027 is Asia's leading food and hospitality tradeshow, taking place on May 10, 2027, at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre.

This event gathers a vast amount of food and beverage importers, wholesalers, and retailers, as well as high-profile buyers from restaurants, hotels, and supermarkets, under one roof to source for their business.

TL;DR

1Event Name: HOFEX '2027
2Date: May 10, 2027
3Location: Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre
4Expected Exhibitors: 600+
5Target Audience: F&B importers, wholesalers, and retailers

Why visit

Visitors will benefit from networking opportunities with industry leaders, access to innovative products, and insights into the latest market trends.

Why exhibit

Exhibitors gain visibility among a targeted audience of high-profile buyers, enhancing their brand presence and potential for sales. The event also offers opportunities for sponsorship and inviting VIPs to attend. Expected Exhibitors: 600+. HOFEX is a pivotal event for the food and hospitality industry, providing a platform for networking, sourcing, and gaining insights into future food trends. It connects key players in the market, enhancing business opportunities.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Food and beverage importers

Wholesalers

Retailers

Restaurant owners

Hotel managers

Catering service providers

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Food manufacturers

Beverage producers

Hospitality technology providers

Kitchen equipment suppliers

Packaging companies

National pavilions

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Bakery and confectionery products

Food and drinks

Food packaging solutions

Hospitality technology

Kitchen equipment and catering supplies

Specialty coffee and beverages

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre

Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Attend

Entry & tickets

Who runs the show

Organisers

Informa Markets

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How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Current edition

2027

Forecast — not final

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

HOFEX '2027 is Asia's leading food and hospitality tradeshow, taking place on May 10, 2027, at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre. This event gathers a vast amount of food and beverage importers, wholesalers, and retailers, as well as high-profile buyers from restaurants, hotels, and supermarkets, under one roof to source for their business. HOFEX is a pivotal event for the food and hospitality industry, providing a platform for networking, sourcing,.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Intelligence

Market context

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

Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Why it matters

Attending HOFEX '2027 on 2027-05-10 to 2027-05-10 in Hong Kong 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.

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.

Food trade fair circuit

Book hotels and meetings 8–12 weeks before opening day; peer shows in the same sector often fall in adjacent months.

Buyers covering food often plan HOFEX '2027 alongside regional peer shows to compare products, pricing, and service coverage across markets.

Pre-show

Confirm exhibitor meetings and product demos for HOFEX '2027.

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

Travel & logistics

Local currency · HKD

Arrival airports

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

HKG

Hong Kong

Primary international gateway serving Hong Kong.

to venue

35–50 min to HKCEC

by car

Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

taxi

Estimated costHKD 300–400 (urban taxi estimate)

Best forHong Kong (HKG) to Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre

Airport Express to Hong Kong station, then taxi or MTR.

Weather

May in Hong Kong typically sees 24–30°C. Humid pre-summer. Light clothing; umbrella for tropical showers. 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 Hong Kong.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

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

Registration

Confirm registration and venue access with the organiser before travelling to Hong Kong.

Arrival

Arrive early on the first show day for orientation and security screening.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

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

Flights

Destination: HKG

Book flights to HKG (Hong Kong) when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue.

Transport

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

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Hong Kong (HKG): Primary international gateway serving Hong Kong.. Allow road or rail time to Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

Hotel → venue: Primary gateways: Hong Kong (HKG): Primary gateway for the host city — confirm routes on the organiser site.. Allow road time to Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre; confirm parking via the organiser.

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

Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre.

Parking: On-site parking is available at Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: May 2027

Temperature: 12–20°C

Seasonality: Pleasant spring.

Packing: May in Hong Kong typically sees 12–20°C. Pleasant spring. Light coat for evenings.

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

Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.

Best for

Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Bakery and confectionery products solutions and benchmarking suppliers at HOFEX '2027 in Hong Kong.

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 Bakery and confectionery products 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 Hong Kong show week.

Timeline

N/A

Risks

No major risks listed.

Gallery

Photos

Official imagery from HOFEX '2027

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Sources

References

Publishers

Date checked

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