# ISM Cologne 2027 · Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany · Sweets | TradeShowIntel > ISM 2026 is the world's leading trade fair for sweets and snacks, taking place from January 31 to February 3, 2026 at the Exhibition Centre Cologne, Germany. Th URL: https://tradeshowintel.com/events/ism-cologne-2027 --- Trade show # ISM Cologne 2027 ISM 2026 is the world's leading trade fair for sweets and snacks, taking place from January 31 to February 3, 2026 at the Exhibition Centre Cologne, Germany. The event features around 1,600 exhibitors from 72 countries and includes co-located events ISM Ingredients and ISM Manufacturing. ISM 2026 is the world's leading trade fair for sweets and snacks, taking place from January 31 to February 3, 2026 at the Exhibition Centre Cologne, Germany. The event features around 1,600 exhibitors from 72 countries and includes co-located events ISM Ingredients and ISM Manufacturing. ## Event details - **Dates:** Jan 31 – Feb 3, 2027 - **Location:** Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany - **Venue:** Koelnmesse GmbH - **Industry:** Sweets - **Category:** Trade show ## Audience scale - **Exhibitors:** 1,600+ ## Why exhibit ISM is the world's leading trade fair for sweets and snacks, attracting around 1,600 exhibiting companies from 72 countries. Exhibitors gain unparalleled international exposure, access to key decision-makers, and the opportunity to showcase products across the entire value chain. The event offers strong synergies with ISM Ingredients and ISM Manufacturing, creating a comprehensive platform for business growth. ## Why visit ISM offers trade visitors a unique opportunity to discover the latest trends, innovations, and products in the sweets and snacks industry. With a high international presence and segments covering chocolate, snacks, sugar confectionery, and more, attendees can network with global suppliers, source new products, and gain insights from expert stages and special shows. ## Exhibitor profile - Chocolate and chocolate products - Fine bakery products - Ice cream and frozen confectionery - Raw materials and ingredients - Snack foods - Sugar confectionery - Sugar-free confectionery and snacks - Trend snacks and natural snacks ## Visitor profile - Retailers - Wholesalers - Importers and exporters - Food service buyers - Procurement managers - Product developers - Industry specialists ## Industries - Sweets - Snacks - Confectionery - Food Ingredients - Food Manufacturing - Packaging - Bakery - Ingredients ## Organisers - Koelnmesse GmbH