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    Dates

    12–14 Mar 2027

    City / country

    Trieste, Italy

    Venue

    Trieste Convention Center TCC - Porto Vecchio

    Time

    10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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    Event overview

    Overview

    Olio Capitale is the premier specialized fair dedicated to high-quality extra virgin olive oils in Italy, taking place in Trieste.

    The event serves as a key meeting point for producers and consumers, showcasing oils from various regions and offering tastings and educational workshops.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Dates and Venue: Olio Capitale Expo runs from March 12-14, 2027, at Trieste Convention Center, Italy.
    2. 2Scale and Focus: This event is a key platform for over 200 producers showcasing high-quality extra virgin olive oils.
    3. 3Organiser: The event is organized by Aries Società Consortile A.R.L., with more details available at oliocapitale.it.
    4. 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include restaurateurs, distributors, and olive oil enthusiasts, influencing purchasing decisions.
    5. 5Entry: Tickets are priced at €8, with reduced tickets available for €6 for ages 14-18 and free for children under 14.

    Why visit

    Visitors can explore a wide range of high-quality olive oils, participate in tastings, and attend workshops led by industry experts. Dates and Venue: Olio Capitale Expo runs from March 12-14, 2027, at Trieste Convention Center, Italy. Buyer Authority: Attendees include restaurateurs, distributors, and olive oil enthusiasts, influencing purchasing decisions.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors gain direct access to a targeted audience of industry professionals and consumers, enhancing brand visibility and fostering business relationships. The event is designed to showcase the best of Italian olive oil, providing a unique platform for sales and marketing. Olio Capitale Expo is crucial for promoting high-quality extra virgin olive oils, connecting producers with a diverse audience, and enhancing the visibility of Italian olive oil on international.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Restaurateurs looking for high-quality olive oils
    Distributors and wholesalers in the food sector
    Food enthusiasts and oil lovers
    Buyers from the Ho.Re.Ca. channel
    Retailers seeking unique products
    Olive oil producers and exporters

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Producers of high-quality extra virgin olive oil
    Packaging companies specializing in olive oil
    Suppliers of machinery and technology for olive oil production
    Organizations promoting olive oil quality and sustainability
    Consultants and experts in olive oil tasting and evaluation
    Food tourism companies focusing on olive oil experiences

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Extra virgin olive oils from various Italian regions
    Flavored and infused olive oils
    Organic and biodynamic olive oils
    Olive oil-based products and condiments
    Packaging solutions for olive oil
    Olive oil tasting kits and educational materials

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Halls & areas

    3
    Hall 27Hall 28Hall 28 Bis

    Trieste Convention Center TCC - Porto Vecchio

    Viale Miramare, 24/2, 34121 Trieste, Italy

    Entrances & gates

    Main Entrance

    Hall 27Hall 28Hall 28 bis

    Floor plans & maps

    Official venue page

    Facilities

    Food options

    On-site catering available

    On-site dining

    Parking: Parking is available at the venue; confirm rates and access on the venue or organiser site before travel.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    12 March –10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    13 March –10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    14 March –10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

    • Standard

      Reduced price €6 for ages 14-18; free for children under 14.

      €8.00
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    Ticket info

    Ticket notes

    Tickets can be purchased online or at the venue.

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    Aries Società Consortile A.R.L.

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    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Current edition

    2027 · 14,000 visitors · 200 exhibitors

    Forecast — not final

    New this edition

    • 1

      Extended Magazzini layout

      The 2027 edition runs 12-14 March 2027 in Magazzini 27, 28 and 30 at the Generali Convention Center (Porto Vecchio), with entrance from Viale Miramare 24/2, as the organiser confirms the format that has always distinguished the show while adding numerous novelties.

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    • 2

      Confirmed 2027 dates and venue

      Official organiser pages list Olio Capitale 12-14 March 2027 at the Generali Convention Center, Trieste, with hundreds of extra virgin olive oil producers from all Italian olive-growing regions and abroad.

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    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    Olio Capitale is the premier specialized fair dedicated to high-quality extra virgin olive oils in Italy, taking place in Trieste. The event serves as a key meeting point for producers and consumers, showcasing oils from various regions and offering tastings and educational workshops. Olio Capitale Expo is crucial for promoting high-quality extra virgin olive oils, connecting producers with a diverse audience, and enhancing the visibility of Italian olive oil on international markets.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Restaurateurs looking for high-quality olive oils, Distributors and wholesalers in the food sector, Food enthusiasts and oil lovers, Buyers from the Ho.Re.Ca. channel. Dates and Venue: Olio Capitale Expo runs from March 12-14, 2027, at Trieste Convention Center, Italy. Scale and Focus: This event is a key platform for over 200 producers showcasing high-quality extra virgin olive oils. Organiser: The event is organized by Aries Società Consortile A.R.L., with more details available at.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors gain direct access to a targeted audience of industry professionals and consumers, enhancing brand visibility and fostering business relationships. The event is designed to showcase the best of Italian olive oil, providing a unique platform for sales and marketing. Olio Capitale Expo is crucial for promoting high-quality extra virgin olive oils, connecting producers with a diverse audience, and enhancing the visibility of Italian olive oil on international. Exhibitor categories include Producers of.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Trieste, Italy

    Why it matters

    Attending Olio Capitale Expo on 2027-03-12 to 2027-03-14 in Trieste lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Digital buyer journeys

    Digital buyer journeys describe how trade visitors research producers, products and meeting slots online before reaching the show floor.

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    Sustainability in procurement

    Sustainability in procurement is the shift toward sourcing criteria that weigh environmental impact alongside price and quality.

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    03

    Automation and labour efficiency

    Automation and labour efficiency cover machinery, software and services that lower operating cost per unit for producers and packers.

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    Regional supply-chain resilience

    Regional supply-chain resilience is the strategy of diversifying suppliers and logistics across neighbouring markets to absorb shocks.

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    Hybrid engagement models

    Hybrid engagement models combine live trade-fair contact with digital follow-up throughout the year.

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    Packaging trade fair circuit

    Book hotels and meetings 8–12 weeks before opening day; peer shows in the same sector often fall in adjacent months.

    Buyers covering packaging often plan Olio Capitale Expo alongside regional peer shows to compare products, pricing, and service coverage across markets.

    Pre-show

    Confirm exhibitor meetings and product demos for Olio Capitale Expo.

    Show week

    Hall walk-throughs, live demos, and supplier negotiations.

    Peer events are widely known sector fairs; verify dates on each organiser website before booking.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    TRS

    Trieste Airport (Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport)

    Nearest airport; Trenitalia trains link the airport to Trieste Centrale roughly every 20 minutes for EUR 3-6, and buses serve the main regional destinations.

    Approximately 31 km

    to venue

    About 30 minutes by car or train

    by car

    VCE

    Venice Marco Polo Airport

    Major international hub for long-haul arrivals; onward connection to Trieste by train, coach or transfer.

    About 140 km

    to venue

    Roughly 1.5-2 hours by road or rail via Venice

    by car

    LJU

    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport

    Cross-border option via the Italy-Slovenia frontier, 15 km from Trieste; useful for travellers combining Slovenia and Italy.

    About 100 km

    to venue

    Roughly 1.5-2 hours by road

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    Rail

    Estimated costEUR 3-6
    Best forTrieste Airport (TRS) to Trieste Centrale

    Trenitalia runs roughly every 20 minutes and the trip takes about 30-32 minutes; the station is a short walk or bus ride from the Porto Vecchio venue.

    Taxi or rideshare

    Estimated costEUR 40-90
    Best forTrieste Airport (Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport) (TRS) to Trieste Convention Center TCC - Porto Vecchio

    Door-to-door option taking around 30-40 minutes depending on traffic; useful with luggage or samples.

    Event shuttle bus

    Estimated costFree during the event
    Best forBovedo parking / Piazza della Liberta to Trieste Convention Center

    Free shuttles link the venue with the Bovedo parking lot and Piazza della Liberta (railway station) during the show; the Porto Vecchio TCC stop is also served by Trieste Trasporti buses.

    Car and on-site parking

    Estimated costFree uncovered parking, subject to availability
    Best forViale Miramare 24/2 entrance, Porto Vecchio

    The Generali Convention Center has a large free uncovered parking area and around 200 spaces; the Lisert motorway exit is about 20 km away and the Slovenia border roughly 15 km.

    Walking

    Estimated costFree
    Best forTrieste city centre to Trieste Convention Center

    About 20 minutes on foot from the city centre, and around 10 minutes from the railway station area.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forVenice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Trieste Convention Center TCC - Porto Vecchio

    Roughly 1.5-2 hours by road or rail via Venice; Major international hub for long-haul arrivals; onward connection to Trieste by train, coach or transfer.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) to Trieste Convention Center TCC - Porto Vecchio

    Roughly 1.5-2 hours by road; Cross-border option via the Italy-Slovenia frontier, 15 km from Trieste; useful for travellers combining Slovenia and Italy.

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: check with organiser
    Official visa page

    Weather

    Trieste in March is cool and changeable: daily highs climb from roughly 10 C to 14 C and lows sit near 5 C to 8 C, with about 13 rain days and 70 mm of precipitation across the month. Expect the strong local 'bora' wind near the waterfront, so a water-resistant layer and windproof jacket are useful for walking between halls at Porto Vecchio.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Italy has strong 4G/5G coverage in Trieste and around Porto Vecchio. EU/EEA SIMs roam at domestic rates; visitors from outside the EU can buy a prepaid tourist SIM or an Italy eSIM for video calls, tethering and business data, or rely on hotel Wi-Fi and the venue's connectivity. Confirm your operator's data bundle before travelling.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Trade and tasting culture

    Olio Capitale mixes trade business with public tasting: producers present the new olive harvest, run guided tastings and workshops, and sell to both buyers and consumers, so expect a busy, convivial hall atmosphere.

    Tickets and family entry

    Admission is EUR 8 standard and EUR 6 reduced for ages 14-18, with children under 14 free, so the show is open to trade visitors, families and enthusiasts.

    Admission and registration

    Tickets are sold through oliocapitale.it/biglietti; buy online before arrival and carry photo ID in case of checks at the entrance from Viale Miramare 24/2.

    Local language and dining

    Italian is the working language with some English support; Trieste's city centre is about a 20-minute walk from the venue and has ample restaurants for business lunches between 12:30 and 14:30.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: TRS

    Book flights to TRS (Trieste) when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue.

    Visa

    EU/EEA and Schengen-area nationals need no visa. Many other nationalities can enter Italy visa-free for short business visits of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Nationalities outside those groups must obtain a Schengen short-stay business visa before travelling, supported by an invitation from the Italian company or exhibition organiser where relevant.

    Estimated cost: Schengen short-stay visa fee is EUR 90 for adults (about USD 100); reduced EUR 45 for children aged 6-11; children under 6 are exempt.

    Processing: Schengen visa applications should be lodged at least 15 calendar days before travel, and no earlier than 6 months in advance; peak season can take longer, so apply several weeks ahead of show week.

    Apply through the Italian embassy or consulate or its authorised visa centre and use the official Visa for Italy portal to confirm whether your nationality needs a visa. Carry original documents and photocopies, plus proof of accommodation, return travel and business purpose, as requested at the consulate.

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    Hotels

    Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

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    Check-out (recommended)

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    Areas to stay

    Porto Franco Vecchio · Trieste · Trieste city centre

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    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Trieste Airport (Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport) (TRS): About 30 minutes by car or train; Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE): Roughly 1.5-2 hours by road or rail via Venice; Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU): Roughly 1.5-2 hours by road. Allow road or rail time to Trieste Convention Center TCC - Porto Vecchio; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Trieste Convention Center TCC - Porto Vecchio: Porto Franco Vecchio: Hotello; Trieste: B&B HOTEL Trieste; Trieste: Pensione Rittmeyer.

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Trieste; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Trieste Convention Center TCC - Porto Vecchio.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Trieste Convention Center TCC - Porto Vecchio; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: March 2027 (show dates 12-14 March 2027)

    Temperature: Daily highs around 10-14 C (50-58 F); overnight lows around 5-8 C (41-47 F)

    Seasonality: Spring transition month: cloud cover eases after winter, with roughly 13 rain days and about 70 mm (2.76 in) of precipitation across March; the bora wind can make the waterfront feel colder.

    Packing: Pack layers: sweaters, long-sleeve shirts and a lightweight jacket, plus a windproof and water-resistant outer layer for the bora wind. Bring comfortable walking shoes for the Porto Vecchio halls and formal or smart-casual attire for trade meetings with producers.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    1

    Check passport validity and Schengen entry requirements — Confirm your nationality's visa need via vistoperitalia.esteri.it; apply for a Schengen business visa if required, allowing several weeks.

    1

    Register and buy tickets online — Purchase admission at oliocapitale.it/biglietti (EUR 8 standard, EUR 6 reduced for ages 14-18, free under 14) and save the confirmation.

    2

    Book flights to Trieste Airport (TRS) — TRS is about 30 minutes from the venue; Venice (VCE) or Ljubljana (LJU) are alternatives for long-haul routes.

    3

    Book hotel near the venue — Target Porto Franco Vecchio for walking access or the city centre for wider choice; check in 11 March and out 15 March 2027.

    4

    Plan airport to venue transfer — Train from TRS to Trieste Centrale costs EUR 3-6 and takes about 32 minutes; taxi or transfer runs roughly EUR 40-90.

    5

    Download hall plan and exhibitor list — Use the exhibitor directory to shortlist the 200+ Italian producers and international olive oil brands you want to meet.

    6

    Pre-schedule meetings with producers — Email target exhibitors to agree tasting and negotiation slots across the three show days.

    7

    Shortlist tastings, workshops and sessions — Olio Capitale runs guided tastings, hands-on workshops and cooking book presentations; plan your schedule around them.

    8

    Arrange travel insurance and payment methods — Confirm medical cover for Italy and carry a card plus some euros for on-site purchases.

    9

    Plan local transport in Trieste — Trieste Trasporti buses reach the Porto Vecchio TCC stop; event shuttles run from Bovedo parking and Piazza della Liberta.

    10

    Pack layers and business materials — March highs near 10-14 C with rain and bora wind; bring a windproof jacket, walking shoes, business cards and note-taking tools.

    11

    Reconfirm meetings and ticket — Send final confirmations to exhibitors and recheck show opening hours for 12-14 March 2027.

    12

    Travel and Day-1 arrival at the venue — Arrive at Viale Miramare 24/2, Magazzini 27-28 (Porto Vecchio), collect your badge and orient in the halls before tastings begin.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    No stand or shell-scheme price list appeared in the extension captures for Olio Capitale 2027. Contact the organiser Aries Societa Consortile or use the exhibitor pages at oliocapitale.it and oliocapitale.com to request current raw space and shell scheme rates.

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    Estimated total€150.00

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    Decision

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    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

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    Assess how this option fits your objectives.

    Best for

    Olive oil importers, food distributors, delicatessen and restaurant buyers, and specialty retailers who want to taste the new harvest and negotiate directly with 200+ Italian and international EVO producers.

    Min. budget

    $450.00

    Timeline

    4-6 weeks to secure flights, a hotel in Porto Vecchio or the city centre, and any Schengen visa.

    Risks

    Show-week hotel demand in compact Trieste pushes room rates up early.

    Schengen visa approval can take several weeks for non-exempt nationalities.

    Popular guided tastings fill quickly, so pre-plan which sessions to attend.

    exhibit

    Assess how this option fits your objectives.

    Best for

    Olive oil mills, bottlers, packagers and labelling or logistics suppliers targeting Italian producers, importers and the 1,500 international buyers attending the fair.

    Min. budget

    $2,500.00

    Timeline

    8-12 weeks for stand design, build contractor booking, freight and organiser form approvals.

    Risks

    Limited hall space in Magazzini 27-28 means stand allocation is competitive.

    Freight and customs lead time for oil samples and display units from outside the EU.

    Electrical and rigging form deadlines can trigger on-site surcharges if missed.

    skip

    Assess how this option fits your objectives.

    Best for

    Buyers outside olive oil, specialty food and related packaging and equipment categories, or suppliers with no Italian or Mediterranean distribution interest.

    Min. budget

    Not yet confirmed

    Timeline

    None.

    Risks

    No relevant buyer or supplier audience for non-food sectors.

    Trade value is concentrated in EVO oil sourcing and packaging, not general industry.

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    Photos

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    Official imagery from Olio Capitale Expo

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    Glossary

    1
    Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)
    High-quality olive oil made from pure, cold-pressed olives.
    2
    Olio Capitale
    A specialized Italian fair dedicated to high-quality extra virgin olive oils, held annually in Trieste.
    3
    B2B
    Business-to-business interactions, often involving direct sales or partnerships between producers and trade buyers.
    4
    Degustazione
    Italian for tasting session, where visitors sample and compare different olive oils.
    5
    EVO
    Extra Virgin Olive, referring to the highest quality grade of olive oil.
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    Packaging
    Materials used to contain and protect products, here including bottles, caps and labels for olive oil.
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    DOP
    Denominazione di Origine Protetta, an EU protected designation of origin confirming a product is produced and processed in a defined geographic area.
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    IGP
    Indicazione Geografica Protetta, an EU protected geographical indication for foods and oils linked to a specific region.
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    Cold extraction
    A milling method keeping temperatures low during pressing to preserve the oil's aroma and quality.
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    Stand or booth
    An exhibitor's assigned trading space on the show floor where producers display and sample their oils.
    11
    Shell scheme
    A ready-built modular stand package supplied by the organiser, including walls, carpet and basic furniture, so exhibitors only add branding and displays.
    12
    Oleotourism
    Travel focused on olive groves, mills and oil tastings, increasingly used by producers to build brand and sell direct to buyers and consumers.

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