Name: Horecava 2027
Start: 2027-01-11
End: 2027-01-14
Location: RAI Amsterdam

Event overview

Overview

Each year, Horecava also hosts the largest Dutch trade show by and for the foodservice industry. Around 60,000 hospitality professionals from over 30,000 companies visit the event.

TL;DR

1Event Name: Horecava 2027
2Dates: January 11-14, 2027
3Location: RAI Amsterdam, Netherlands
4Expected Visitors: 60,000 hospitality professionals
5Registration opens: Mid-November 2026

Why visit

Attendees will gain insights into the latest trends, network with industry leaders, and discover new products and services tailored for the hospitality sector.

Why exhibit

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Hospitality entrepreneurs

Food service managers

Catering professionals

Restaurant owners

Beverage suppliers

Food product manufacturers

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Food and beverage suppliers

Catering equipment manufacturers

Hospitality technology providers

Interior design firms for restaurants

Food packaging companies

Service and maintenance providers

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Food and beverage products

Catering equipment and supplies

Restaurant furniture and decor

Hospitality technology solutions

Food safety and hygiene products

Sustainable packaging solutions

Location & Facilities

Venue

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RAI Amsterdam

Europaplein 24, 1078 GZ, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Attend

Entry & tickets

Free registration

Event days & opening times

DayOpening hours

Monday 11 January10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Tuesday 12 January 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Wednesday 13 January 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Thursday 14 January 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Who runs the show

Organisers

RAI Amsterdam

Email Website

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Current edition

2027

Forecast — not final

Visitors

60,000

Exhibitors

600

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

Horecava is the leading platform for the foodservice industry. Horecava supports hospitality entrepreneurs and decision-makers in the world of food, beverages and out-of-home accommodation all year round — both online and offline. Each year, Horecava also hosts the largest Dutch trade show by and for the foodservice industry. Around 60,000 hospitality professionals from over 30,000 companies visit the event. Horecava serves as a crucial meeting point for industry professionals, fostering connections and.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Exhibitors can showcase their offerings to a targeted audience, enhance brand visibility, and connect directly with decision-makers in the foodservice industry. Horecava serves as a crucial meeting point for industry professionals, fostering connections and showcasing innovations in the foodservice sector. Exhibitor categories include Food and beverage suppliers, Catering equipment manufacturers, Hospitality technology providers, Interior design firms for restaurants. Exhibitors use the event for lead generation,.

Intelligence

Market context

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

Benelux / Western Europe — host city Amsterdam, Netherlands

Why it matters

Horecava is the Netherlands' largest hospitality and foodservice trade event and the primary annual buying platform for Dutch horeca operators, wholesalers, hotel groups, caterers and retail grocery buyers, with a substantial Benelux and German cross-border visitor base. For suppliers, it is the single most concentrated route into Dutch hospitality decision-makers; for operators, it compresses supplier comparison, equipment sourcing and trend intelligence into four days at RAI Amsterdam. The sector it serves is under sustained pressure from labour scarcity, energy and input costs, and sustainability regulation — all of which shape what buyers are looking for at the show.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Labour scarcity and kitchen automation

Persistent staffing shortages across Dutch and European hospitality continue to drive demand for self-ordering kiosks, kitchen automation, smart scheduling and robotics — a recurring theme in equipment and technology halls.

Plant-based and protein transition

Plant-based mains, meat-reduced menus and hybrid concepts have moved from novelty to standard menu engineering, with suppliers competing on taste parity, cost per portion and clean labelling.

Sustainability, food waste and packaging regulation

EU and Dutch rules on single-use packaging, waste reporting and energy use are pushing operators toward circular packaging, waste-tracking tools and lower-energy kitchen equipment.

Beverage premiumisation and low/no alcohol

Specialty coffee, craft and low-alcohol beer, premium soft drinks and no-alcohol cocktails are expanding menu margins as consumer drinking habits shift.

Digitisation of the guest journey

Reservation, ordering, payment and loyalty data are being integrated into single stacks, making hospitality technology and analytics a growing share of the show floor and conference programme.

European hospitality and foodservice trade circuit

January for the Benelux/France cluster and September–October for the Germany/Italy cluster; book stands 6–9 months ahead and hotels 2–3 months ahead.

Horecava sits inside a dense European circuit of hospitality, foodservice and grocery trade fairs. Buyers and suppliers commonly plan a January cluster (Horecava plus Sirha Lyon in odd years) and a September–October cluster (Gastvrij Rotterdam, Anuga, HostMilano) rather than attending a single national show.

January

Horecava anchors the Benelux calendar, with Sirha Lyon in odd years; hotel and flight demand in Amsterdam and Lyon peaks in this window.

March

Internorga (Hamburg) serves the German-speaking hospitality market.

September–October

Gastvrij Rotterdam, then Anuga (Cologne) and HostMilano (Milan) in odd years for grocery and equipment buyers.

Peer events identified from public industry calendars; confirm dates, frequency and venue on each organiser's website before planning travel.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · EUR

Arrival airports

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

AMS

Amsterdam Schiphol

Schiphol train to Amsterdam Zuid is often faster than road.

to venue

20–30 min

by car

Hotel tiers

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

Budget

Zuidas / RAI and Europaplein (walkable to the venue)

Limited budget inventory near RAI — book 6–8 weeks out, as Horecava week lifts Amsterdam rates. Most budget options need a short metro or tram ride.

Mid-range

Europaboulevard / RAI station / Zuidas business district

Best balance of walkability and price; several properties are within a 5–15 minute walk of the RAI halls and Amsterdam RAI rail station.

Premium

RAI / Zuidas premium cluster

Walk-to-venue convenience and meeting facilities; rates typically peak on show-week weeknights, so lock in a refundable rate early.

Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

train

Estimated costEUR 5–7 one-way, 2nd class (NS)

Best forAmsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to RAI Amsterdam

Fastest airport-to-venue option — roughly 8–12 minutes with a short walk from Amsterdam RAI station to the RAI entrances; trains run frequently through the day.

tram

Estimated costEUR 3.40 per 1-hour ticket (typical GVB single)

Best forGVB tram 4 → Europaplein / RAI stop

Useful from the city centre and De Pijp; slower than metro 52 during peak hours.

taxi

Estimated costEUR 45–60 taxi estimate for the 10–12 km trip

Best forSchiphol Airport → RAI Amsterdam (Europaplein entrance)

Metered or fixed-fare taxis from the Schiphol rank; 20–30 minutes off-peak, 30–45 minutes during morning peak. Confirm the fare before departure.

rideshare

Estimated costUSD 35–50 (approx. EUR 30–45) for the airport-to-venue run

Best forUber / Bolt across Amsterdam, including Schiphol ↔ RAI

Widely available in Amsterdam; pickup points at Schiphol and the RAI are signposted. Surge pricing is likely on show-week mornings.

taxi

Estimated costapprox. EUR 28–35 per day parking estimate (hourly rates also apply)

Best forOn-site parking at RAI Amsterdam (P-garages)

Pre-book parking during Horecava week; the RAI has multiple garages and direct hall access. Driving into central Amsterdam is discouraged.

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa required

ATA Carnet: accepted

Type	Who needs it	Fee	Processing
Schengen short-stay (type C) visa	Nationals of countries without a Schengen visa-waiver agreement who travel to Horecava for up to 90 days within any 180-day period (business visits, trade fairs, meetings).	—	15 calendar days standard; up to 45 days in individual cases — apply 4–6 weeks before departure.
Visa-free short stay (90/180)	EU/EEA and Swiss citizens, plus nationals of visa-waiver countries (e.g. US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea) entering for business meetings, trade fairs or tourism.	—	No visa required; the EU's ETIAS pre-travel authorisation is expected to apply to visa-waiver nationals once launched.

EU/EEA and Swiss nationals travel freely; many other nationalities (US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan and others) may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180.

The Netherlands accepts ATA carnets for temporary admission of exhibition goods and professional equipment; obtain and validate the carnet at your home chamber of commerce before shipping to RAI Amsterdam.

Official visa page

Weather

January in Amsterdam is cold, grey and frequently damp: daytime highs typically around 5–7°C, night-time lows near 1–2°C with occasional frost. Expect rain or drizzle on roughly half the days of the month (about 60–70 mm), often wind-driven — pack a waterproof coat, warm layers and comfortable waterproof shoes for the walk between Amsterdam RAI station and the halls.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Netherlands.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

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

Tipping and service charges

Service is included by law and shown on the bill. Tipping is optional; rounding up or adding 5–10% for good service in restaurants and bars is standard. For taxis, rounding up to the nearest euro is normal.

Card-first, PIN-based payments

Debit card and contactless payment are accepted almost everywhere and many venues are cashless; Maestro/Visa Debit and credit cards work, but some small cafés do not accept cash. Carry a card rather than relying on euros.

Direct communication and cycling etiquette

Dutch business culture is informal, punctual and direct — first names are used quickly and straightforward feedback is not rudeness. Never walk or stand in the red cycle lanes; cyclists have priority and will not stop.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

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

Flights

Destination: AMS

Book flights to AMS (Amsterdam) when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue.

Visa

Schengen short-stay rules apply. EU/EEA and Swiss nationals travel freely; many other nationalities (US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan and others) may enter the Netherlands for up to 90 days in any 180 without a visa for business visits, trade fairs and tourism. Nationals without a waiver need a Schengen type-C visa (EUR 90 adult / EUR 45 children 6–12), applied for at least 4–6 weeks ahead through the Dutch visa service, with travel medical insurance of at least EUR 30,000 cover.

Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

Lodged through the Dutch visa service (VFS Global) in your country of residence; travel medical insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 cover is mandatory. Children 6–12 pay EUR 45; under 6 are exempt. Confirm your nationality against the Dutch government's visa-waiver list before booking; carry proof of accommodation and onward travel.

Official

Hotels

Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

Areas to stay

Europaboulevard / RAI station / Zuidas business district · RAI / Zuidas premium cluster · Zuidas / RAI and Europaplein (walkable to the venue)

budget

mid range

premium

Transport

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

Airport → venue: Schiphol (AMS) to RAI: direct train ~10 min to Amsterdam RAI station (3-min walk to halls).

Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near RAI Amsterdam: Zuidas / RAI and Europaplein (walkable to the venue): Ibis Budget Amsterdam City South (Zuidas), MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West, easyHotel Amsterdam Arena Boulevard; Europaboulevard / RAI station / Zuidas business district: Novotel Amsterdam City (Europaboulevard, ~5 min walk to RAI), Van der Valk Hotel Amsterdam Zuidas, ibis Amsterdam City West; RAI / Zuidas premium cluster: nhow Amsterdam RAI (adjacent to the RAI complex), Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South,

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

Public transit: Metro 52 and tram 4 stop at Europaplein; Amsterdam RAI train station serves domestic and international rail.

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

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: January 2027

Temperature: 1°C to 7°C typical January range in Amsterdam (night-time lows near 1–2°C, daytime highs around 5–7°C; occasional frost)

Seasonality: Cool, grey and often wet: roughly 60–70 mm of rain spread over about 11–12 days in January, with drizzle, wind and a strong wind-chill near the canals. Pack waterproof layers and an umbrella for the venue walk.

Packing: Cool, grey and often wet: roughly 60–70 mm of rain spread over about 11–12 days in January, with drizzle, wind and a strong wind-chill near the canals. Pack waterproof layers and an umbrella for the venue walk.

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: Day 2 — Tuesday 12 January 2027

Horecava runs Monday 11 to Thursday 14 January 2027 at RAI Amsterdam. Day 2 gives you a fully built show floor and the densest programme mid-week while opening-day logistics and press activity have settled; Thursday typically winds down with lighter attendance and some exhibitors packing early. Plan two days if you need both sourcing and the full knowledge programme.

Confirm Schengen entry requirements for the Netherlands — Check whether your nationality needs a short-stay Schengen C visa for the 11-14 January 2027 Horecava dates and apply early at the relevant Dutch mission.

Book flights to Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) — Target arrival 10-11 January 2027 to keep a buffer before the Horecava opening day at RAI Amsterdam.

Reserve a hotel for the show period — Book accommodation in Amsterdam near RAI Amsterdam or along a direct metro, tram or rail link for the 10-14 January 2027 stay.

Complete online visitor registration — Register at horecava.nl to obtain your visitor badge and save the confirmation email for on-site collection.

Download the hall plan and exhibitor list — Use the Horecava floor plan to shortlist stands that match your buying remit across halls at RAI Amsterdam.

Request B2B meetings with target suppliers — Use the organiser matchmaking or exhibitor contact tools to pre-schedule meetings before travel.

Shortlist programme sessions — Pick the keynote, culinary demo and innovation sessions you want to attend and block the times in your diary.

Plan local transport to the venue — RAI Amsterdam has its own rail station plus city metro and tram services; plan a routed arrival from your hotel.

Prepare a January packing list — Dutch January is cold and damp - bring warm layers, a waterproof coat, comfortable walking shoes and business cards.

Compile meeting documents — Bring price lists, company profiles and negotiation notes for scheduled supplier meetings.

Check the Amsterdam weather forecast — Review the forecast for 11-14 January 2027 and finalise attire and daily travel timing.

Day-1 arrival and badge collection — Arrive early at RAI Amsterdam, collect your badge, orient with the floor plan and confirm your first meetings.

Sample visitor itinerary

Route-optimised day

09:30–10:30

Enter via the Europaplein entrance at RAI Amsterdam, collect your badge and pick up the hall plan; map must-see stands against the day's session times.

RAI Amsterdam, Europaplein entrance halls

10:30–13:00

Work the food, beverage, equipment and interior halls against a pre-built supplier shortlist; capture pricing and lead times, and book follow-up appointments.

RAI Amsterdam exhibition halls

13:00–15:30

Lunch in the show-floor catering areas, then attend keynote/panel sessions and the innovation awards in the congress area; note operational takeaways.

RAI Amsterdam catering zones and Elicium congress area

15:30–18:00

Return to priority stands for deeper talks, then close the day at the networking reception and hospitality bar area near the main entrance.

RAI Amsterdam networking areas

Side trips

Amsterdam historic centre (Dam Square and the Jordaan)

Haarlem

Networking spots

Show-floor hospitality and brand pavilions

Supplier pavilions and B2B zones on the Horecava floor are where distributor and buyer conversations actually happen during show hours.

Elicium congress and session area, RAI Amsterdam

Keynote and panel audiences concentrate decision-makers; speaker Q&A and coffee breaks are the easiest openers.

Networking receptions and venue bars at the Europaplein entrances

End-of-day drinks at the venue's entrance-side bars and catering areas let you close conversations started on the floor without leaving RAI.

Budget

Costs & budget

Cost reference

Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

visitor_ticket

visitor · trade_professional_pre_registered

—

forecast

visa_fee

visitor · schengen_short_stay

EUR 90 / per_person

official

Item	For	Tier	Estimated range	Status	As of
visitor_ticket	visitor	trade_professional_pre_registered	—	forecast
visa_fee	visitor	schengen_short_stay	EUR 90 / 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 run or buy for a hospitality, foodservice or retail grocery business and want supplier shortlists plus trend input within a 2–3 day trip.

Best for

Hospitality operators, F&B buyers, chefs and specifiers scouting suppliers, comparing products and using the knowledge programme for market intelligence.

Min. budget

$600.00

Timeline

2–4 weeks (pre-register for free trade entry, then book flights and a hotel early — Horecava week tightens Amsterdam room supply).

Risks

Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

Hotel rates near RAI Amsterdam rise sharply during show week.

January weather can disrupt short intra-Europe connections.

exhibit

You have an active Benelux route-to-market plan and can staff a stand for all four show days with Dutch-speaking or English-speaking salespeople.

Best for

Suppliers of food, beverage, kitchen equipment, hospitality tech, interiors and services targeting Dutch and Benelux hospitality buyers.

Min. budget

$2,400.00

Timeline

4–9 months (stand booking, stand build, logistics, staffing and sample planning ahead of January).

Risks

Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

Stand space rates are not published in the listing — request the organiser's stand-rate card and hall plan.

Build, logistics, staffing and sample costs typically multiply the base space fee.

skip

Your product, service or territory focus does not align with Horecava's hospitality and foodservice audience.

Best for

Vendors with no Dutch/Benelux target market, or whose offer is not sold into hospitality, foodservice or retail grocery.

Timeline

None.

Risks

No major risks listed.

Gallery

Photos

Official imagery from Horecava 2027

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Sources

References

Publishers

Date checked

Horecava

Horecava Official Website
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Horecava Tickets
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Horecava Programme
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