ProWine Mumbai - Uncork India is the leading trade show for the alcobev industry, featuring wines, spirits, and craft beverages from 18-19 November 2026 at Jio World Convention Center, Mumbai.
Dates
18–19 Nov 2026
City / country
Mumbai, India
Venue
Jio World Convention Center
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Event overview
ProWine Mumbai, organized by Messe Düsseldorf India and All Things Nice, is the premier annual international gathering in Mumbai that unites the entire alcobev industry. The event showcases a comprehensive range of products including wines, spirits, craft beverages, and accessories.
Attendees can engage in masterclasses, panel discussions, and networking events, making it a vital platform for industry professionals to connect and explore new opportunities. ProWine Mumbai - Uncork India takes.
TL;DR
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet and interact with domestic and international wine and spirits brands. Attendees include importers, distributors, retailers, and hospitality professionals from across the region. Visitor registration is available online; early registration is recommended to secure attendance.
Exhibitors can engage face-to-face with leading wine and spirits brands, generating qualified leads and new sales opportunities. The event serves as a launchpad for brands entering the Indian market, allowing them to showcase their products to a diverse audience and establish valuable partnerships.
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
Mumbai, India
Jio World Convention Center in Mumbai typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Jio World Convention Center in Mumbai typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Jio World Convention Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
How the last edition performed
Edition #
5
Edition recap
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Impact
Trade coverage reported that ProWine Mumbai 2025 marked a successful wrap-up of its fifth edition. It was described as the lone major wine show and as raising a toast to India's booming wine and spirits scene. Coverage also framed the 2025 edition as a milestone in ProWine Mumbai's five-year run.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet and interact with domestic and international wine and spirits brands. The event features world-class masterclasses led by industry experts, providing insights into global trends and consumer preferences.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Digital buyer journeys
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Sustainability in procurement
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Automation and labour efficiency
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Regional supply-chain resilience
What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Hybrid engagement models
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Latest updates from across the market.
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ReadPlan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International
to venue
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
The Orchid Hotel Mumbai Vile Parle
Captured Google Hotels lead price of about INR 9,177 per night for 18-19 November 2026 (approximately USD 100-145 depending on room type and cancellation terms); rating 4.3. Airport-side location, roughly 30-50 minutes from BKC in traffic.
ICONIQA Hotel Mumbai International Airport
Captured lead price of about INR 9,557 per night (approximately USD 105-160), rating 4.6, free cancellation and spa listed. Convenient for late arrivals and early departures rather than for walking to the venue.
Aurika by Lemon Tree Hotels, Mumbai International Airport
Captured lead price of about INR 9,381 per night (approximately USD 102-150), rating 4.5, with pool and free parking listed. Useful if your team is arriving and departing by air within a short trip.
Hotel Mumbai House Mindspace Malad
Captured lead price of about INR 4,097 per night (approximately USD 46-70), rating 4.0, free cancellation and free parking. A mid-budget option in the northern business suburb, with a longer commute to BKC.
The Byke Business - Delotel
Captured lead price of about INR 3,767 per night (approximately USD 42-62), rating 4.3, free cancellation and free parking. The lowest-cost captured option; expect basic business facilities and a taxi or metro transfer to the venue.
BKC and Bandra Kurla business hotels (district guidance)
Rooms inside BKC itself command a premium over airport and Malad hotels because they remove the daily commute. Treat this as a planning band rather than a quoted rate and compare live prices for 18-19 November 2026 before booking.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
app cab (Uber/Ola)
Pick up from the designated app-cab zone at Terminal 2 rather than the kerbside taxi rank. Journey is 35-60 minutes depending on the Western Express Highway and BKC connector traffic.
prepaid airport taxi
A fixed-fare counter option that avoids app pickup confusion at arrivals; useful for first-time visitors arriving late at night with sample cases.
metro
The metro avoids road congestion entirely and is the cheapest way into the BKC district; carry a stored-value card or use the app-based QR ticketing, and allow 10-15 minutes for the walk or auto hop from the station to the venue gate.
suburban train
The suburban rail is the fastest cross-city option in peak hours but is extremely crowded; travel off-peak or in first class with luggage, and finish the trip by auto or cab from Bandra station.
auto rickshaw
Autos are the practical last-mile option for short distances and are cheaper than cabs, but they are not ideal for airport runs with large cases or in heavy rain.
hotel car or chauffeur
Worth arranging for teams carrying samples or stand materials; ask the concierge the evening before because morning demand around BKC is high during exhibition weeks.
Weather
Mid-to-late November is one of the more comfortable windows in Mumbai: daytime highs typically around 32-34 C with high humidity, and nights cooling to roughly 20-23 C (approximate seasonal bands, confirm the forecast in the week before travel). Rain is minimal in the post-monsoon period, so the practical discomfort is heat and humidity during outdoor transfers rather than wet weather. Haze and air quality can worsen in late November, so travellers with respiratory sensitivities should plan indoor routes and carry medication.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Indian prepaid tourist SIMs from Airtel, Jio or Vi are sold at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International arrivals and in city stores against a passport and valid visa, usually activated within a few hours; eSIM plans bought before departure are the simplest option for a two-day trip. 5G coverage is broad across Mumbai including BKC, and hotel and venue Wi-Fi is standard, with the venue Wi-Fi password typically issued at registration - confirm on arrival. India uses 230V with type C, D and M sockets, so bring a universal adapter for laptops and stand equipment, and note that many Indian hotels offer power banks or chargers on request rather than in-room.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Greetings and business cards
The Indian wine trade runs on warm but relatively informal business etiquette: a handshake is normal in trade settings, and offering a business card with both hands is a well-received courtesy. Cards get passed to importers and hotel buyers quickly, so bring more than you think you need and note your importer or agent details on the back.
Dress and tasting-room norms
Smart casual is the standard on the ProWine India floor - open collar shirts, jackets optional, closed shoes for a long day on concrete. Tasting counters expect you to use the spittoon, and it is normal to ask before photographing a stand, a label or a producer's team.
Alcohol, licensing and sampling
Alcohol is state-regulated in Maharashtra, so sampling on the floor happens under the venue and organiser permissions held by exhibitors, and badge checks at tasting counters are routine. If you plan private tastings or a buyer dinner with wine service, ask the hotel or restaurant in advance rather than assuming a licence covers it.
Food and dietary expectations
Vegetarian food is widely available in Mumbai and many business lunches default to it, with Jain and no-onion-no-garlic requirements common enough that hotels handle them easily. If you are hosting, ask dietary preferences when you send the invitation; it is a normal question, not an awkward one.
Timing, traffic and evening plans
Business meetings start on time but road journeys do not: build 30-45 minutes of buffer around any cross-city appointment, and avoid scheduling back-to-back meetings across BKC and the northern suburbs. Business dinners usually begin around 20:00 and can run late, so plan the next morning's first meeting accordingly.
Language and negotiation style
English is the working language of the Indian wine trade and is used in menus, price lists and most supplier conversations, with Hindi and Marathi common in local retail and logistics settings. Expect detailed questions on duties, label registration and margins before a commercial commitment, and expect decisions to involve an importer's senior team rather than a single buyer.
Tipping and payments
Restaurants often add a service charge, in which case an extra 5-10 percent is optional; otherwise 10 percent is a reasonable signal. Cards and UPI mobile payments are accepted almost everywhere in Mumbai, but keeping some rupees in cash is useful for autos, small shops and tips.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: BOM
Book into Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (BOM) for the shortest transfer to the venue; no other Mumbai airport should be assumed operational for November 2026 travel. Domestic connections from Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Goa are frequent, and if you are coming from a wine-producing region in Europe it is usually worth routing through a Gulf hub for a single-stop overnight arrival. Aim to land the evening before your first show day rather than the same morning, allow 60-90 minutes for immigration and baggage during peak arrival windows, and book 4-8 weeks ahead as Mumbai business demand tightens the week of the show.
Most foreign nationals need a valid Indian visa before travel; business visitors typically apply for an e-Business Visa through the official India Visa Online portal, while some nationalities may be eligible for other e-visa categories.
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Apply only through the official India Visa Online portal or an Indian mission; check the Ministry of Home Affairs and Incredible India visa pages for current eligibility and category rules before booking travel.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (BOM). Allow road or rail time to Jio World Convention Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Jio World Convention Center: Vile Parle, near the airport: The Orchid Hotel Mumbai Vile Parle; Near Mumbai International Airport: ICONIQA Hotel Mumbai International Airport; Near Mumbai International Airport: Aurika by Lemon Tree Hotels, Mumbai International Airport.
Ride-hail: Uber and Ola are the two main app-based cab services in Mumbai, with both offering economy and premium tiers and app-based fare estimates before you book. At Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International, use the designated app-cab pickup zone at Terminal 2 rather than hailing at the kerbside. Expect surge pricing during the morning and evening peaks and in wet weather; if a cab is more than 10 minutes away, the airport prepaid counter is usually a faster exit. Keep the app linked to an international card or set up a local payment method, and confirm the driver's name and plate before getting in.
Public transit: Mumbai's metro and suburban rail are the fastest way to cover distance during peak traffic. The metro network connects the airport corridor and central districts and includes stations serving the Bandra Kurla Complex business district where Jio World Convention Centre sits, with fares in the region of INR 10-80 per journey depending on distance. The Western Line suburban service links Andheri, Bandra and Dadar and is quick but very crowded at rush hour; use first class or off-peak services if carrying luggage, then take an auto rickshaw for the final kilometre. Store-value metro cards and QR ticketing through the metro app save time at ticket counters.
Parking: Jio World Convention Centre in Bandra Kurla Complex has multi-level basement parking used during exhibitions, with entry from the BKC road network and separate access for exhibitor vehicles and deliveries. Confirm the day rate, hall-specific parking allocation and any exhibitor vehicle pass with the organiser before you drive in, since rates and access rules change between shows. Drop-off at the main entrance is usually easier for visitors than parking, and app cabs can wait in the designated zones rather than at the gate.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026 (show dates 18-19 November)
Temperature: Daytime highs typically 32-34 C and night lows around 20-23 C, with high humidity during the day (approximate seasonal bands - check the forecast in the week before travel).
Seasonality: November sits in Mumbai's post-monsoon window, so rain is rare and usually limited to a brief shower; the practical issue is heat and humidity between air-conditioned spaces. Haze and reduced air quality can build in late November, which matters for travellers with asthma or other respiratory conditions.
Packing: Pack light, breathable business wear - cotton shirts and light trousers - plus a jacket or wrap for heavily air-conditioned halls and evening events. Bring comfortable closed shoes for the exhibition floor, a compact umbrella as a monsoon-season precaution, a refillable water bottle, a power bank for long stand days, business cards, and a universal adapter for India's 230V type C, D and M sockets.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at ProWine Mumbai - Uncork India usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day -14: Confirm your ProWine India 2026 badge status with the organiser and check whether your pass is trade-only, then check that your passport or ID matches the name on the registration.
Day -14: Block 18-19 November in your diary and decide which of the two days you will spend on the floor versus in masterclasses, since two days is tight for a full supplier sweep.
Day -12: Book flights into Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (BOM) and aim to land the evening before the first show day rather than on the morning of.
Day -12: Reserve a hotel - airport hotels in Vile Parle and Andheri put you 30-50 minutes from BKC, while BKC and Bandra Kurla properties shorten the morning commute.
Day -10: Apply for or verify your Indian visa or e-Visa status and carry a printed copy plus your hotel confirmation for immigration.
Day -10: Ask the exhibitors you most want to meet for appointments in the first half of day one, before stands get busy and staff rotate.
Day -7: Draft a buying brief: categories of interest (for example Italian still wines, Scotch, Indian craft gin, sparkling for the on-trade), target price bands and volume expectations.
Day -7: Note the questions your importer or accounts team will ask - duties, label registration timelines, MOQs, exclusivity - so you can answer on the stand rather than promise to revert.
Day -5: Arrange local transport: an app cab or prepaid airport taxi for arrival, and a Mumbai Metro Line 3 or Western Line plan for show days if you are staying outside BKC.
Day -5: Sort payment and connectivity: a card that works in India, some rupees for auto rickshaws, and either an eSIM or a prepaid tourist SIM picked up at BOM arrivals.
Day -3: Check the ProWine India schedule page for masterclass slots and tasting times, and mark clashes so you do not lose a session to queueing.
Day -3: Pack smart-casual trade-fair wear, closed shoes for a long exhibition floor, a light layer for air-conditioned halls and a compact umbrella for the short walk between halls and transport.
Day -1: Collect your badge if early collection is offered, confirm the venue gate you need at Jio World Convention Centre, and plan arrival 30-45 minutes before opening for security screening.
Day 0 (show days): Carry business cards and a charged power bank, taste with a spittoon, and keep a written note of each supplier's importer, price band and follow-up owner before you leave the stand.
Registration and hall orientation at Jio World Convention Center
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
ProWine Mumbai - Uncork India registration concourse
Jio World Convention Center
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Jio World Convention Center
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
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Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether ProWine Mumbai - Uncork India fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For ProWine Mumbai - Uncork India, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Wines from various regions and Spirits including whiskey, vodka, and rum solutions and benchmarking suppliers at ProWine Mumbai - Uncork India in Mumbai.
Min. budget
$450.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Wines from various regions and Spirits including whiskey, vodka, and rum products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Mumbai show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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