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Gulfood is the world's largest annual food and beverage trade show, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The 30th edition ran February 17-21, 2025 with 5,500+ exhibitors from 129+ countries; the 2026 edition expands across DWTC and Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai.
Details.
| Type | TRADE SHOW |
|---|---|
| Sub-type | food & beverage general trade |
| Location | 🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Region | GCC |
| Frequency | ANNUAL |
| Typical month | February |
| Next edition | January 26-30, 2026 |
| Year founded | 1987 |
| Typical attendance | ~98,000 visitors; 5,500+ exhibitors in 2025 (30th edition); 2026 expanding to two venues with 8,500+ exhibitors across 280,000 sqm |
| Organizer | Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) |
| Focus area | Food & beverage global trade, innovation |
| Website | https://www.gulfood.com |
Key features.
- Gulfood Innovation Awards
- Top Table chef program
- Startup Hub
- World Food sustainability zone