Lisbon Food Affair, February 15-17, 2027, Lisbon, Portugal - A key platform for food and beverage professionals.
Dates
15–17 Feb 2027
City / country
Lisbon, Portugal
Venue
FIL - Feira Internacional de Lisboa atividades
Time
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Event overview
The Lisbon Food Affair is a major event dedicated to the growth of the food and beverage sector, taking place from February 15 to 17, 2027, at FIL - Feira Internacional de Lisboa.
This event will feature over 200 companies showcasing a wide range of brands and solutions across the entire value chain, along with more than 70 activities including conferences, showcookings, and technological demonstrations.
TL;DR
Visitors will gain access to a diverse range of exhibitors, learn about the latest industry trends, and participate in valuable networking opportunities. Dates And Venue: The 2027 edition runs 15-17 February 2027 at FIL - Feira Internacional de Lisboa in Parque das Nacoes, Lisbon.
Exhibiting at the Lisbon Food Affair provides companies with the opportunity to showcase their products to a targeted audience, enhance brand visibility, and engage directly with potential buyers. Scale: Organisers expect more than 200 exhibitors across the food and beverage value chain. Buyer Authority: International buyers from strategic markets meet distributors, retail buyers and HORECA decision-makers. The Lisbon Food Affair serves as a vital platform for professionals.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Rua do Bojador, 1998-010 Lisbon, Portugal
Attend
Event days & opening times
1 day
2 days
3 days
Study Visits
For students over 16 years old
Build-up & tear-down
Who runs the show
Fundação AIP
CCL - Câmara de Comércio e Indústria Luso-Alemã
FIL - Feira Internacional de Lisboa
How the last edition performed
Current edition
2027 · 200 exhibitors
Exhibitors
200
Impact
The Lisbon Food Affair is a major event dedicated to the growth of the food and beverage sector, taking place from February 15 to 17, 2027, at FIL - Feira Internacional de Lisboa. This event will feature over 200 companies showcasing a wide range of brands and solutions across the entire value chain, along with more than 70 activities including conferences, showcookings, and technological demonstrations. The Lisbon Food Affair serves as a.
Audience quality
Visitors typically include Food and beverage distributors, HORECA professionals, Retail buyers, Gourmet and specialty store owners. Event dates: February 15-17, 2027. Location: FIL - Feira Internacional de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal. Over 200 exhibitors expected. More than 70 activities including conferences and showcookings. Lisbon Food Affair attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.
Exhibitor outcomes
Exhibiting at the Lisbon Food Affair provides companies with the opportunity to showcase their products to a targeted audience, enhance brand visibility, and engage directly with potential buyers. The Lisbon Food Affair serves as a vital platform for professionals in the food and beverage industry, fostering business growth, innovation, and networking opportunities. It highlights the latest trends and developments in the sector, making it essential for industry players. Exhibitor categories include Food producers.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Lisbon Food Affair sits inside FIL's Parque das Nações exhibition campus, close to Lisbon airport and the Oriente rail hub, giving buyers a compact sourcing trip. Portugal's food and beverage sector is a significant export engine — wine, olive oil, canned fish, cheese, bakery and private-label ingredients lead outbound trade — and the event connects producers from Portugal and Iberia with international importers, distributors, retail buyers and food-service operators. The February timing also lets visitors combine the show with the wider Iberian food-trade circuit.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Atlantic origins and premium Portuguese categories
Plant-based, functional and better-for-you lines
Sustainability and packaging compliance
Private label and retailer sourcing
Channel diversification beyond food service
Lisbon Food Affair is one stop in a dense European food and beverage calendar. Pairing it with one large-scale European show (SIAL, ANUGA or TuttoFood) and one Iberian/North African show (Alimentaria, Gulfood) gives buyers year-round sourcing coverage across Portuguese, Spanish, Italian and Middle Eastern ranges.
February
March
May to October
Compiled from listing context and publicly published event calendars for the European and Gulf food and beverage trade circuit; confirm dates on each organiser's website before booking.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Gateway airport for Lisbon.
to venue
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
metro
Fastest public option in peak traffic; trains run roughly 06:30-01:00.
taxi
Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals; ask for the metered fare. Small luggage surcharges may apply.
rideshare
Uber and Bolt operate widely in Lisbon; pickup points at the airport are signposted outside arrivals.
train
Oriente is Lisbon's main rail hub for arrivals from Porto, Coimbra and the Algarve; the venue is a short walk or one metro stop away.
bus
Useful for the Baixa/Chiado-Avenida area when the metro requires changes; allow extra time for traffic.
parking
FIL has adjacent car parks and the Vasco da Gama shopping centre car park is a 5-10 min walk away; confirm exhibitor parking passes with the organiser.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) | Nationals of countries without a Schengen visa-waiver agreement who are travelling to Portugal for trade-fair, business-meeting or tourism purposes. | Not yet confirmed | Typically 15 calendar days; allow 4-6 weeks including appointment and document checks (can extend to 45 days in peak periods). |
EU/EEA/Schengen citizens and visa-waiver nationals (US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, Brazil and others) enter visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period — no visa needed for a standard 3-day show visit.
Portugal is a party to the ATA Carnet scheme; exhibitors importing professional equipment or samples for temporary use should confirm carnet acceptance and required documentation with Portuguese customs and the organiser in advance.
Official visa pageWeather
February in Lisbon is mild but the wettest month of the year: daytime highs typically 15-17°C, overnight lows near 8-10°C, with roughly 80-100 mm of rain spread over about 12-15 days. Expect cool, occasionally windy River Tagus conditions at Parque das Nações and pack layers plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Portugal.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Tipping
Service is usually included in the bill as 'serviço'. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated for good service in restaurants and taxis; tipping is not obligatory.
Meal times and business hours
Lunch is typically 12:30-14:30 and dinner from 20:00 onwards, so evening networking dinners usually start late. Offices generally open 09:00-18:00 with a longer midday break.
Dress and greetings
Business dress at Portuguese trade fairs is smart-casual to business formal. A firm handshake is standard; greetings are relatively informal and English is widely spoken in the food and beverage trade.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: LIS
Book flights to LIS (Lisbon) when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue.
Portugal is in the Schengen area. EU/EEA/Schengen nationals and visa-waiver nationalities (e.g. US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, Brazil, South Korea) can enter visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period for business visits and trade fairs. Most other non-EU visitors must obtain a Schengen Type C short-stay visa before travel; apply several weeks ahead through the Portuguese consulate (VFS/embassy) covering your residence.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Children aged 6-12 pay a reduced fee (approx. EUR 45); under 6 free. Apply at the Portuguese consulate or its authorised visa centre in your country of residence. Standard documents: passport valid 3+ months beyond return, travel medical insurance with min. EUR 30,000 cover, proof of accommodation, means of subsistence and return ticket.
OfficialFind a stay near the venue with options for every budget.
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS). Allow road or rail time to FIL - Feira Internacional de Lisboa; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near FIL - Feira Internacional de Lisboa: Parque das Nações / Oriente and the airport perimeter: ibis Lisboa Parque das Nações, ibis Styles Lisboa Aeroporto, Holiday Inn Express Lisbon Airport; Parque das Nações / Oriente, walking distance to FIL: Hotel Meliá Lisboa Oriente, Tivoli Oriente Hotel, Olissippo Oriente Hotel; Parque das Nações riverside and central Lisbon: Myriad by Sana Hotels (adjacent to FIL), Martinhal Lisbon Oriente, EPIC SANA Lisboa.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Lisbon; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to FIL - Feira Internacional de Lisboa.
Parking: On-site parking is available at FIL - Feira Internacional de Lisboa; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: February 2027
Temperature: 15-17°C daytime highs, 8-10°C overnight lows (Lisbon, February)
Seasonality: February is Lisbon's rainiest month — around 80-100 mm over roughly 12-15 wet days. Mild, changeable Atlantic weather; pack a waterproof layer and comfortable walking shoes for the Parque das Nações riverside walk to FIL.
Packing: February is Lisbon's rainiest month — around 80-100 mm over roughly 12-15 wet days. Mild, changeable Atlantic weather; pack a waterproof layer and comfortable walking shoes for the Parque das Nações riverside walk to FIL.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 — Tuesday 16 February 2027
The show runs three days (15-17 February). The middle day combines a full programme with the largest number of stands fully staffed and buyer meetings already in rhythm, while avoiding the opening-day badge queues and the wind-down of the final afternoon. If sourcing is the priority and Day 2 is impossible, the morning of Day 1 is the fallback for peak exhibitor availability.
Check passport validity and whether a Schengen short-stay visa is needed for Portugal — Confirm the passport is valid well beyond the trip and, if a visa is required, start the Schengen application for Portugal early enough to allow several weeks of processing before February 2027.
Book flights into Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) — Target arrival on 14 February 2027 so there is a rest day before the 15-17 February show window; Lisbon is the closest major gateway to FIL.
Reserve a hotel near FIL in Parque das Nacoes — Parque das Nacoes properties put visitors within a short walk or taxi ride of the venue; choose free-cancellation rates because show dates are still months out.
Complete professional visitor registration — Register through the Business FIL platform linked from lisbonfoodaffair.fil.pt and keep the confirmation email or QR code for badge collection at the entrance.
Download the exhibitor list and hall plan — Mark the distributors, HORECA suppliers and technology stands relevant to your category so the three show days are routed efficiently.
Request B2B meetings with target exhibitors — Email suppliers and buyers with your company profile, product interests and preferred slots on 15-17 February 2027.
Shortlist conference and showcooking sessions — The programme carries more than 70 activities; select the sessions that match your buying category and note the times in your diary.
Plan airport to venue transport — Pre-book a transfer or taxi from LIS to Parque das Nacoes, or use the metro and suburban rail links into the area; keep a taxi app installed for evening returns.
Set the travel budget and payment methods — Budget for flights, three nights of hotel, local transport and meals in Lisbon, and carry a card plus a small amount of cash for small vendors.
Prepare meeting documents and materials — Load or print your company profile, price lists and product catalogues, and bring business cards for badge-gated meetings on the show floor.
Pack for Lisbon in February and confirm arrival details — Expect mild, changeable winter weather, so bring layers, a light rain jacket and comfortable shoes for long walking days in the halls.
Travel to Lisbon and collect your badge — Arrive with the registration confirmation, collect the visitor badge at FIL and orient yourself on the floor plan before the first full show day.
Budget
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · 1 day
EUR 30 / per person
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visitor · 2 days
EUR 35 / per person
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visitor · 3 days
EUR 40 / per person
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visitor · Study Visits
EUR 6 / per person
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| visitor_ticket | visitor | 1 day | EUR 30 / per person | official | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | 2 days | EUR 35 / per person | official | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | 3 days | EUR 40 / per person | official | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Study Visits | EUR 6 / per person | official |
Decision
Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You need supplier discovery, sample collection and 10-20 stand conversations rather than a fixed negotiating position.
Best for
Importers, distributors, retail and food-service buyers, and consultants scouting Portuguese and Iberian food and beverage suppliers across a 2-3 day trip.
Min. budget
$520.00
Timeline
Book 4-8 weeks ahead: flights, 2 nights hotel in Parque das Nações/Oriente, and (if required) a Schengen visa appointment 4-6 weeks before travel.
Risks
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
February is Lisbon's wettest month; allow travel time between the airport, Oriente and the venue.
Ticket tiers rise with duration (1 day EUR 30, 2 days EUR 35, 3 days EUR 40) — choose the pass that matches your meeting load.
exhibit
You have an Iberian or export growth plan, a defined distributor/buyer target list and staff to run the stand for all three show days.
Best for
Portuguese and Iberian producers, ingredient and equipment suppliers, and export-focused brands targeting importers, retail buyers and food-service operators.
Min. budget
$3,000.00
Timeline
6-9 months ahead: reserve stand space and shell scheme, plan logistics and customs/ATA carnet, print materials and book stand staff travel in the low-season February window.
Risks
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
Stand space, shell scheme, insurance and drayage costs are quoted separately by the organiser — request the current exhibitor price list.
Cross-border sample transport and food-safety labelling must comply with EU/Portuguese rules; allow extra time for customs.
skip
Your category is not represented in Portugal or Iberia, or the February travel window conflicts with a higher-priority European show.
Best for
Teams with no Iberian or Portuguese sourcing/export objective, or those who already cover the region through Alimentaria, SIAL or ANUGA.
Min. budget
Not yet confirmed
Timeline
No preparation required; monitor the organiser site for the next edition dates if priorities change.
Risks
No major risks listed.
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