Trade show
International Cheese & Dairy Expo 2026
The International Cheese & Dairy EXPO 2026 will be held on June 24-25 at Staffordshire County Showground in Stafford, UK. This trade-only event focuses on the cheese and dairy industry, featuring over 200 exhibitors, networking zones, and the International Cheese & Dairy Awards. The event theme is 'Dairy CONNECT' with five pillars: Networks & Collaboration, Environment & Sustainability, eXperience & Engagement, Upskilling & Culture, and Systems & Supply Chain Excellence. Day 1 focuses on retail with ICDA judging, while Day 2 focuses on foodservice with the awards presentation.
The International Cheese & Dairy EXPO 2026 will be held on June 24-25 at Staffordshire County Showground in Stafford, UK. This trade-only event focuses on the cheese and dairy industry, featuring over 200 exhibitors, networking zones, and the International Cheese & Dairy Awards. The event theme is 'Dairy CONNECT' with five pillars: Networks & Collaboration, Environment & Sustainability, eXperience & Engagement, Upskilling & Culture, and Systems & Supply Chain Excellence. Day 1 focuses on retail with ICDA judging, while Day 2 focuses on foodservice with the awards presentation.
Event details
- Dates: 24–25 Jun 2026
- Venue: Staffordshire County Showground
- Industry: Cheese, Dairy, Food & Beverage
- Category: Trade show
Audience scale
- Exhibitors: 200+
- Attendees: 5,000+
Why exhibit
Exhibit at the ICDA EXPO to connect with the full cheese and dairy supply chain—from retail buyers and foodservice operators to distributors and technical leaders. With over 200 exhibitors, targeted buyer meetings, and themed zones, you can secure listings, menu placements, and distributor agreements. The event offers credibility, access, and acceleration for your business.
Why visit
Visit the ICDA EXPO to discover new products, meet suppliers, and gain insights across the dairy value chain. The event features retail and foodservice theatres, a Chef's Kitchen, technical content, and the ICDA Awards Showcase. It's ideal for buyers, operators, cheesemakers, and technologists looking to source, learn, and network.
Exhibitor profile
- Cheese and dairy brands
- Artisan producers
- Ingredient suppliers
- Packaging and processing machinery
- Logistics and cold-chain providers
- Sustainability solutions
- Testing and data/automation providers
Visitor profile
- Retail buyers
- Foodservice operators
- Distributors
- Importers/exporters
- Dairy technologists
- Procurement specialists
- Chefs and menu developers
Industries
- Cheese
- Dairy
- Food & Beverage