Food industry trade fairs and congresses (February 2026)
In the industry, February is a critical month for the wine trade in Europe and fresh produce in Germany.
February 2026 is packed with activity for the food industry, with an international calendar full of trade fairs, congresses, and professional events bringing together experts, producers, distributors, and brands from around the world. From events specializing in sweets and confectionery, such as ISM in Cologne, to spaces dedicated to the hospitality, catering, and professional equipment sectors, such as AGECOTEL in Nice, this period presents a key opportunity to discover innovations, anticipate trends, and strengthen business networks within the sector. These international events offer insights into advances in food technology, new sustainable approaches, and emerging consumer and market demands, solidifying their position as strategic hubs for those seeking to stay ahead of the curve.
Fecha | Evento | Ubicación | Foco |
|---|---|---|---|
1 Feb | Bordeaux & Nouvelle Aquitaine Wine Fair | Luxemburg | Closing of the wine-focused event that began in January |
1–3 Feb | AGECOTEL | Nice, France | Salón de la hostelería mediterránea y gastronomía (HORECA) |
1–4 Feb | ISM Cologne | Cologne, Germany | The world's leading trade fair for confectionery and snacks (sweets, biscuits) |
2–4 Feb | Barcelona Wine Week | Barcelona, Spain | Wine industry event. |
4–6 Feb | FRUIT LOGISTICA | Berlin, Germany | Leading trade fair for the global fresh produce business. |
9–11 Feb | Wine Paris | Paris, France | Important event for the wine industry. |
19–22 Feb | South Beach Wine & Food Festival (SOBEWFF) | Miami Beach, U.S.A. (Florida) | A prominent event showcasing world-renowned wine and spirits producers and chefs. |
23 Feb | SITT Spring Wine Trade | Manchester, UK | Trade event for independent wine buyers from the UK |
25 Feb | SITT Spring Wine Trade | London, UK | Trade event for independent wine buyers from the UK |
Extended festivals, such as the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts (at Walt Disney World, Florida, USA), continue into February (until February 23) after having begun in January.
February acts as a bridge. The global wine industry gathers in Europe (Barcelona and Paris), and the fresh produce sector meets in Berlin to define the year's trends.