Trade show
IFEX - Food, Drink, Hospitality & Retail Exhibition 2028
IFEX is Northern Ireland's premier food, drink, hospitality and retail trade show, held at the Eikon Exhibition Centre in Lisburn from 22-24 February 2028. The event features over 210 exhibitors and attracts more than 6000 visitors, offering product showcases, competitions like Salon Culinaire Belfast, and innovation awards.
IFEX is Northern Ireland's premier food, drink, hospitality and retail trade show, held at the Eikon Exhibition Centre in Lisburn from 22-24 February 2028. The event features over 210 exhibitors and attracts more than 6000 visitors, offering product showcases, competitions like Salon Culinaire Belfast, and innovation awards.
Event details
- Dates: 22–24 Feb 2028
- Location: Lisburn, United Kingdom
- Venue: Eikon Exhibition Centre
- Industry: Food
- Category: Trade show
Audience scale
- Exhibitors: 210+
- Attendees: 6,061+
Why exhibit
IFEX offers a unique platform to showcase your products to over 6000 key buyers from the Island of Ireland, including owners, proprietors, publicans, restaurateurs, symbol group buyers, and wholesalers. With 210+ exhibitors and strong footfall, exhibitors gain valuable connections and commercial opportunities. The event features innovation awards, themed showcases, and a dedicated focus on local produce and hospitality solutions.
Why visit
Attend IFEX to discover the latest products and trends in food, drink, hospitality, and retail. Meet over 210 exhibitors showcasing everything from local produce to catering equipment and technology. Enjoy live chef demonstrations, competitions like Salon Culinaire Belfast, and the Great Taste Market. Network with industry peers and find inspiration to grow your business.
Exhibitor profile
- Bar Equipment
- Beverages
- Catering Equipment
- Chilled Food
- Confectionery
- Dairy
- Display Equipment
- Disposables
- EPOS / Computer Systems
- Fish & Meat
- Fresh Produce
- Frozen
- Furniture
- Great Taste Award Winners
- Packaging Equipment
- Retail Equipment
- Speciality Foods
- Tableware
- Waste Solutions
Visitor profile
- Owners / Proprietors
- Publicans
- Restaurateurs
- Symbol Group Buyers
- Wholesalers
- Foodservice Professionals
- Retailers
- Hospitality Managers
Industries
- Food
- Drink
- Hospitality
- Retail