The 51 Best Food & Beverage Industry Conferences & Trade Shows in 2024 (& Beyond)
Wise Systems
In an ever-evolving landscape marked by rapid innovation, evolving consumer preferences, and complex fulfillment and supply chain dynamics, staying informed and connected is more crucial than ever for professionals in the food and beverage sector. Food and beverage industry conferences and trade shows serve as pivotal platforms for industry leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, and marketers to converge, share insights, and forge valuable business connections.
In this article, we explore the leading events in the food and beverage industry. From global expos showcasing cutting-edge products to forums discussing the latest trends in supply chain and logistics, health and sustainability, each conference offers unique opportunities to learn, network, and grow.
Whether you’re looking to discover the next big thing in food technology, understand the intricacies of beverage marketing, overcome common pain points, or simply stay ahead of the curve in this fast-paced industry, these events are your gateway to a world of opportunity and insight.
In this article:
- Q1 Food & Beverage Industry Conferences
- Q2 Food & Beverage Industry Conferences
- Q3 Food & Beverage Industry Conferences
- Q4 Food & Beverage Industry Conferences
- 2025 Events & Events Not Yet Scheduled for 2024
- Frequently Asked Questions
Keep reading to discover 51 must-attend food and beverage industry conferences to determine which events align best with your professional goals and industry interests.
Q1 Food & Beverage Industry Conferences
1. Philadelphia National Candy, Gift & Gourmet Show
January 14-15, 2024
Cherry Hill, NJ
The Philadelphia National Candy, Gift & Gourmet Show is held twice annually. In 2024, the second event will take place on September 22-24, 2024, in Pocono Manor, PA. The show features a series of seminars led by leading confectionary professionals and opportunities to discover the latest offerings in candy, chocolate, and gourmet specialities, equipment, packaging, and more.
2. Annual Beer, Wine & Spirits Summit
January 14-16 , 2024
San Diego, CA
The 21st Annual Beer, Wine & Spirits Summit brings together brewers, importers, distillers, wineries, wholesalers, retailers, and other industry professionals in the U.S. beverage alcohol industry. A slate of speakers discuss the latest industry trends across marketing, distribution, strategy, and more, with an open Q&A session to ask your most pressing industry questions. Attendance is capped at 500 attendees to maximize networking opportunities, and this event sells out in most years.
3. Direct to Consumer Wine Symposium
January 17-18, 2024
Concord, CA
The Direct to Consumer Wine Symposium is a marketing and sales summit featuring keynote speakers, workshop sessions, town-hall type discussions, and a trade show highlighting the top industry suppliers. All contributions and net income from the Direct to Consumer Wine Symposium fund Free the Grapes!, an organization that works with lobbyists and regional associations to streamline the complex shipping regulations and promote direct-to-consumer shipments to broaden consumer choice in wine.
4. FMI Midwinter Conference
January 18-21, 2024
Marco Island, FL
A premier forum for food industry professionals, the FMI Midwinter Conference focuses on the shifting trends and arms attendees with the knowledge to prepare for what’s coming next in the grocery space.
5. Fancy Food Show – Winter
January 21-23, 2024
San Francisco, CA
The Fancy Food Show is held twice each year, with a winter event taking place in January in San Francisco, CA, and a summer event held in June in New York, NY. Specialty food makers showcase their latest offerings, and buyers discover their next best-selling products. This event also offers networking and education opportunities.
6. Sustainable Foods Summit
January 24-25, 2024
San Francisco, CA
The Sustainable Foods Summit, as its name suggests, focuses on sustainability developments in the food industry. It’s an international series of summits, with other events taking place in Europe (July 4-5, 2024 in Amsterdam), Latin America (São Paulo), and the Asia-Pacific (Singapore). Organic, fair-trade, and eco-labeling schemes, the evolution of plant-based foods, regenerative agriculture and upcycled foods, and green packaging materials are just a few of the pressing industry issues discussed.
7. International Production & Processing Expo
January 30 – February 1, 2024
Atlanta, GA
More than 1,290 exhibitors are booked for the International Production & Processing Expo. The event brings together meat, poultry, egg, and animal food professionals together to discover new suppliers and vendors and build relationships with industry leaders.
8. Food Processing Expo
February 13-14, 2024
Sacramento, CA
Thousands of food processors and allied industry members attend the Food Processing Expo. Attendees can explore the expansive trade show floor, discover and connect with new vendors, learn about the latest food processing products and services, and attend educational sessions led by industry leaders.
9. Convenience Retailing University
February 28 – March 1, 2024
Nashville, TN
Convenience Retailing University is the only conference dedicated specifically to convenience category managers. Join more than 300 category managers, buyers, and decision-makers and learn the latest approaches to driving your core categories, how to integrate technology, and the latest research to understand the fickle consumer from industry leaders.
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— Informa Connect Foodservice (@connect_foods) December 1, 2023
10. Refrigerated Foods Association Exhibition & Conference
March 3-5, 2024
Fort McDowell, AZ
The 43rd annual Refrigerated Foods Association Exhibition & Conference is an opportunity to learn about food safety and regulatory issues, building organizational alignment, fueling profitable growth, and more. The Tabletop Display & Reception features key suppliers with the latest equipment, packaging, services, and ingredients for the refrigerated food industry. Additionally, attendees can take part in popular One-on-One CEO Sessions.
11. Food Shippers of America Annual Logistics Conference
March 3-5, 2024
Orlando, FL
The 2024 Food Shippers of America Annual Logistics Conference focuses on driving resilience through talent and technology. With designated meeting areas for one-on-one meetings and educational sessions led by industry thought leaders on the most pressing issues and opportunities in food shipping, such as supply chain and logistics strategy, workforce shortages, and infrastructure challenges.
12. International Restaurant & Foodservice Show
March 3-5, 2024
New York, NY
The International Restaurant & Foodservice Show is the place to be for those with a passion for food. Attendees can choose from education summit tracks including Independent Operators, Multi-Unit/Chain Operators, Techbytes, and Foodservice, watch live culinary demonstrations and food and beverage competitions, and browse the show floor featuring hundreds of exhibitors.
13. Seafood Expo North America
March 10-12, 2024
Boston, MA
The Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America event features more than 30 educational sessions delivered by experts in the seafood industry and exhibitors from more than 50 countries around the world. Attendees can discover, sample, and source products, have face-to-face meetings with existing and new suppliers, and network with industry peers.
14. National Grocer’s Association – NGA Show
March 10-12, 2024
Las Vegas, NV
More than 40 sessions and workshops and over 300 exhibits await attendees at the NGA Show, which brings together grocery retail and wholesale professionals, food retail industry executives, manufacturers, and suppliers for an inclusive and enriching experience. Get up-to-date insights on the latest trends and best practices, discover strategies to boost your bottom line, and more.
15. World Tea Expo
March 18-20, 2024
Las Vegas, NV
The World Tea Expo brings together retailers, tea shop owners, grocers, mass merchants, bar and restaurant operators, distributors, and more to explore new ideas to attract customers, discover creative solutions to adapt to current consumer lifestyle trends, incorporate diversified product offerings, and much more.
16. Pack Expo East
March 18-20, 2024
Philadelphia, PA
Pack Expo East is the place to gather with packaging and processing professionals. Attendees can explore hundreds of exhibitors, watch machinery in action, get hands-on experience with materials, learn from packaging and processing industry experts, and discover solutions you didn’t know you needed.
17. Annual Meat Conference
March 18-20, 2024
Nashville, TN
Did you know that the meat department is the top-selling category in grocery retail? At the Annual Meat Conference, you’ll discover ways to adapt to changing consumer shopping habits, learn how inflation impacts shopper behavior, and discover innovative ways to engage shoppers at the meat counter. The Annual Meat Conference is the top conference for meat retail professionals, offering professional development opportunities, networking, and dozens of valuable presentations from industry experts.
18. International Pizza Expo & Conference
March 19-21, 2024
Las Vegas, NV
The International Pizza Expo & Conference is the industry’s largest event and celebrates its 40th year in 2024. At this one-of-a-kind event, attendees can meet suppliers from around the world, network with industry peers, attend educational sessions led by industry leaders, and participate in national competitions like the International Pizza Challenge and World Pizza Games.
19. Western Candy Conference
March 20-24, 2024
Scottsdale, AZ
The Western Candy Conference, an annual meeting for members of the Western Candy Association, is celebrating its 89th year in 2024. It brings together candy manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors to share best practices and the latest trends in the candy industry.
20. American Food Innovate Summit
March 26-27, 2024
Atlanta, GA
The American Food Innovate Summit unites food innovators, professionals, and experts to discuss the latest innovations, technologies, and developments within the industry. Keynote speakers from leading companies share insights on best practices, regulations, and techniques. The event aims to foster a collaborative community of leaders, aiming to deepen understanding of the food industry and facilitate face-to-face networking, knowledge sharing, and business development
21. SNAXPO
March 30 – April 1, 2024
Orlando, FL
At SNAXPO, attendees can explore state-of-the-art processing and packaging solutions, ingredients, seasonings, and flavors to enhance their products and businesses. The event is unique for its focus on the snack industry, targeting snack producers with resources to foster growth, improve quality, and increase profits. SNAXPO facilitates valuable networking and educational opportunities, featuring sessions on industry trends, challenges, and opportunities.
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— SF&WB (@SFWB) March 30, 2023
Q2 Food & Beverage Industry Conferences
22. Food Automation & Manufacturing Conference and Expo
April 7-9, 2024
Bonita Springs, FL
The Food Automation & Manufacturing Symposium and Expo (FA&M) focuses on sustainability in food manufacturing, emphasizing the use of engineering practices to achieve efficiencies in resources and cost savings. Attendees will learn the latest in the design, construction, and operation of food manufacturing and processing facilities, including topics like LEED construction, greenfield developments, and energy-efficient materials and designs.
23. Food Northwest Process & Packaging Expo
April 10-11, 2024
Portland, OR
The Food Northwest Process & Packaging Expo is celebrating its 52nd year. The largest regional food manufacturing trade show in the U.S., it offers attendees two days packed with world-class education, equipment, service solutions, and networking opportunities. At this event, you’ll gain ideas, solutions, and connections to drive your food manufacturing business forward.
24. Supply Side East
April 16-17, 2024
Secaucus, NJ
SupplySide East is an event dedicated to exploring industry trends and new opportunities in the health and nutrition sector. The expo offers a platform to connect with over 250 leading health and nutrition suppliers and service providers and brings together more than 3,000 decision-makers and industry experts from the global health and nutrition space, facilitating a robust networking environment. Attendees can discover the latest and most innovative ingredients and solutions on the market.
25. Food Safety Summit
May 6-9, 2024
Rosemont, IL
The Food Safety Summit features interactive educational sessions, hands-on workshops, and specialized training, including HACCP certification. Attendees have the opportunity to engage with industry-leading food safety solution providers, showcasing the latest tools and products, network with thousands of professionals across the entire food supply chain, and earn Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) through The National Environmental Health Association (NEHA). It attracts a diverse audience, including government leaders, regulatory bodies, academia, growers, processors, retailers, distributors, foodservice companies, testing laboratories, and other food safety professionals.
26. NAMA Show
May 7-9, 2024
Dallas, TX
The NAMA Show focuses on vending, micro markets, kiosks, unattended retail, coffee service, pantry, and self-service. It showcases the latest technologies, products, and solutions for operators and professionals in convenience services within diverse environments like hotels, hospitals, universities, and large residential complexes. The show features fully functioning autonomous unattended retail stores and other innovative prototype environments, aimed at revolutionizing the experience of convenience services.
27. PLMA’s WORLD OF PRIVATE LABEL International Trade Show
May 28-29, 2024
Amsterdam, Netherlands
PLMA’s “World of Private Label” International Trade Show has been connecting retailers with manufacturers for over 35 years. Participants can find new products, establish new contacts, and discover innovative ideas to enhance and grow their private label programs. The event showcases a wide range of products including fresh, frozen, and refrigerated foods, dry groceries, and beverages, as well as non-food categories such as cosmetics, health and beauty, household and kitchen items, auto aftercare, garden products, housewares, and DIY.
28. International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association Show
June 9-11, 2024
Houston, TX
IDDBA 2024 is organized by the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association. Recognized as the largest industry-only show for the dairy, deli, bakery, and foodservice industries, the event is dedicated to connecting buyers and sellers from these industries, featuring a wide range of products and services. It serves as a flagship event for the association, playing a crucial role in facilitating business connections and showcasing the latest trends and innovations in these sectors.
29. Urban Food Systems Symposium
June 11-13, 2024
Columbus, OH
The 2024 Urban Food Systems Symposium (UFSS) gathers a national and international audience of academic and research-oriented professionals. It aims to facilitate the sharing and acquisition of knowledge on building coalitions to adapt to a changing world and understanding the role of urban food systems in these adaptations. Attendees will explore how urban food systems can contribute to solutions in an evolving global landscape.
30. Fancy Food Show – Summer
June 23-24, 2024
New York, NY
The Fancy Food Show is held twice annually, with the winter event taking place in January in
San Francisco, CA and the summer event happening in June in New York, NY. It’s the largest trade-only specialty food event in the U.S., attracting thousands of attendees from all corners of the industry, including makers, buyers, brokers, distributors, and other industry professionals to discover new products, network, and explore potential business opportunities.
31. Vinexpo America & Drinks America
June 24-25, 2024
New York, NY
For more than 20 years, Vinexpo America has been a leading event in the wine and spirits industry. In 2023, the event expanded its offerings to include spirits, positioning itself as a one-stop platform for the entire sector. The event offers a unique blend of business meetings, networking opportunities, and knowledge-sharing sessions with industry experts.
32. SmartFood Expo™
June 25-27, 2024
Chicago, IL
Progressive Grocer partners with United Fresh to bring you the SmartFood Expo, centered around “better-for-you” food and beverage innovations. This expo is dedicated to showcasing smart food options that are not only health-conscious but also beneficial for businesses and consumers. Attendees can explore a diverse range of products from snacks and entrees to packaged goods, all geared towards promoting a healthier, more conscious approach to food and beverage offerings
Q3 Food & Beverage Industry Conferences
33. Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) FIRST Annual Event & Expo
July 15-17, 2024
Chicago, IL
The IFT FIRST Annual Event & Expo features over 1,000 exhibitors showcasing the latest in food science, including non-stop tastings and innovations in food technology. It offers high-value networking opportunities and over 100 Science FIRST sessions, focusing on groundbreaking scientific research and solutions in areas like novel technology, health and nutrition, sustainability, and food safety. Additionally, it includes a Business FIRST stage for panel discussions on key industry topics and access to 100 food and tech startups with a multi-day pitch competition.
34. Newtopia Now
August 6-8, 2024
Savannah, GA
Newtopia Now, previously Natural Products Expo East, is an innovative three-day event offering curated connections, intentional product discovery, and inspiring content, aiming to influence the future of conscious products and promote positive growth. This event is designed for CPG changemakers and those who are passionate about making a significant impact in the realm of conscious consumerism.
35. Food Marketing Institute’s Annual Business Conference (ABC)
September 9-12, 2024
Arlington, TX
The Food Marketing Institute’s Annual Business Conference (ABC), exclusively for FMI members, offers joint business planning opportunities, focusing on growth strategies, consumer insights, pricing, promotional plans, new product introductions, and omnichannel supply chain performance enhancements. Attendees typically include C-Level and senior executives from various sectors involved in marketing, sales, merchandising, supply chain, business development, and strategic alliances.
36. America’s Food & Beverage Show
September 16-18, 2024
Miami, FL
The 28th edition of the Americas Food & Beverage Show & Conference is organized by World Trade Center Miami in collaboration with Food Hospitality LATAM by Informa Markets. This event will integrate various aspects of the food and beverage industry, highlighting everything from farm to fork, including fresh produce, grocery items, organic foods, beverages, and the latest in food technology. It is designed to offer a comprehensive experience covering every aspect of the industry, from retail to food service innovation, providing a mix of flavor, technology, and industry advancement.
37. IFDA Distribution Solutions Conference
September 23-25, 2024
Kansas City, MO
The premier event for the food distribution community, the IFDA Distribution Solutions Conference is the only event designed by and for food distribution industry operations professionals. Attendees join industry-leading speakers, innovators, and disruptors to chart the future of food distribution.
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38. NBWA 87th Annual Convention and Product Showcase
September 29 – October 2, 2024
San Diego, CA
The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) holds an annual event every fall. Attendees can take advantage of educational opportunities, and distributors can connect with new vendors and discover new products and technologies to run more efficient operations. On the Product Showcase Floor, attendees can explore more than 200 companies showcasing the top trending beers and beverages and discover services that can help grow their companies.
Q4 Food & Beverage Industry Conferences
39. National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Convention (NFRA)
October 5-8, 2024
National Harbor, MD
The National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Convention offers breakfast speakers, luncheons and a networking reception and also facilitates one-on-one business meetings to make new business connections and strengthen existing relationships. This event brings together retailers, manufacturers, sales agents, logistics providers, and suppliers, enabling participants to hold dozens of meetings over the course of a few days.
40. NACS Show
October 7-10, 2024
Las Vegas, NV
The NACS Show is the only global event dedicated entirely to the convenience industry. The show offers a mix of educational sessions, product showcases, and networking opportunities, making it a comprehensive platform for discovering the latest in world-leading technologies, products, and trends in the convenience sector.
41. GroceryShop
October 7-9, 2024
Las Vegas, NV
Groceryshop focuses on the intersection of grocery, consumer packaged goods (CPG), technology, and innovation. The event features a dynamic agenda with themes and speakers from top retail and brand leaders, providing valuable insights into the evolving grocery and CPG ecosystem, how today’s consumers discover, shop, and purchase CPG products, and the rapid changes occurring in the production and distribution of consumer products.
42. The Global Produce & Floral Show
October 17-19, 2024
Atlanta, GA
The Global Produce & Floral Show offers unparalleled opportunities for connection and business development in the produce and floral industries. Recognized for hosting an impressive lineup of guests, it provides a platform to encounter a vast array of buyers, fostering new relationships and enhancing product visibility. Attendees can tailor their experience to meet influential buyers and suppliers, explore innovative technologies, and discover new products and services that can drive their business forward.
43. Supply Side West
October 28 – November 1, 2024
Las Vegas, NV
SupplySide West is a health and nutrition industry event featuring various educational sessions. Attendees can discover new and innovative ingredient technologies at the Supplier Presentation Theater, which offers presentations on ingredient-specific science, applications, formulation, and marketing. The event also includes specialized resource centers, like the Omega-3 Resource Center and the International Probiotics Association’s Probiotics Resource Center, providing insights into specific market segments like omega-3 and probiotics, including technology, regulatory updates, and market trends.
2025 Events & Events Not Yet Scheduled for 2024
44. The NAFEM Show
February 26-28, 2025
Atlanta, GA
The NAFEM Show is recognized as the world’s leading showcase for commercial foodservice equipment and supplies (E&S). Attendees can explore a vast array of products, technologies, and solutions relevant to the foodservice industry. It brings together professionals involved in foodservice management and operations across various industries to gain insights, discover technologies, build connections, and learn the latest industry trends and advancements.
45. International Baking Industry Exposition
September 13-17, 2025
Las Vegas, NV
The International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) caters to the global grain-based food industry. It features a world-class education program known as IBIEducate, offering over 100 sessions covering a wide range of topics pertinent to the world of professional baking. The expo is designed to unite all stakeholders in the grain-based food industry, showcasing a variety of solutions and facilitating connections with innovations, key individuals, and ideas pivotal for success.
46. The New York Produce Show & Conference
Not yet scheduled for 2024
Last held December 5-7, 2023
New York, NY
The New York Produce Show and Conference, presented by the Eastern Produce Council and PRODUCE BUSINESS magazine, encompasses three co-located conferences: the Foundational Excellence program featuring Cornell professors, the Global Trade Symposium focusing on produce importing and exporting in the Northeast Region, and the “Ideation Fresh” Foodservice Forum that discusses the role of produce in culinary innovation and foodservice profitability. It features a variety of networking opportunities, including a one-day trade show with over 400 companies, a retail thought-leader breakfast panel, educational micro-sessions, and more.
47. Global Trade Symposium
Not yet scheduled for 2024
Last held December 5, 2023
New York, NY
The Global Trade Symposium, set for December 5, 2023, is co-located with The New York Produce Show and Conference. Presented by PRODUCE BUSINESS and the EASTERN PRODUCE COUNCIL, it’s a pivotal annual gathering for international traders of fruits and vegetables. The event focuses on bringing together leading minds from around the globe to discuss the complexities of import and export in the dynamic and challenging world of global produce trade.
48. Ideation Fresh Foodservice Forum
Not yet scheduled for 2024
Last held December 7, 2023
New York, NY
The Ideation Fresh Foodservice Forum is a highly anticipated event held in conjunction with the New York Produce Show and Conference In New York City. Attendees have the opportunity to enhance their business strategies, focusing on the use of fresh produce. Participants can learn innovative ways to incorporate fresh produce into their operations, understand market trends, explore effective marketing tactics, and gain insights into how to attract customers through produce-based offerings.
49. Future Smarts
Not yet scheduled for 2024
Last held December 11, 2023
New York, NY
Future Smarts, presented by Beverage Digest, provides a comprehensive review of the major industry happenings over the past year and a road map of what beverage industry professionals can expect in the coming year. It brings together professionals from manufacturing, marketing, finance, investment, supply chain, distribution, and other corners of the beverage industry for interviews, presentations, panel discussions, and data snapshots.
50. BevNET Live – Summer/Winter
Not yet scheduled for 2024
Last held December 3-5, 2023
New York, NY (summer) and Santa Monica, CA (winter)
BevNET Live is held twice each year, in New York, NY in the summer and Santa Monica, CA in the winter. For over a decade, this signature event has been a hub for discovering the latest trends and networking within the beverage community. It brings together industry leaders, innovators, and emerging brand founders to foster growth and success in the beverage sector. The Beverage School, a key offering of BevNET Live, offers presentations and networking opportunities for those new to the industry, covering vital areas such as finance, sales, marketing, design, and operations.
51. NOSH Live
Not yet scheduled for 2024
Last held November 30 – December 1, 2023
New York, NY and Marina Del Ray, CA
NOSH Live is a prominent event for leaders and innovators in the natural food industry. The event features prominent speakers from both established and emerging brands who offer actionable insights on a variety of topics relevant to the natural food business, such as growth, branding, marketing, capital utilization, retail dynamics, customer insights, and data-driven decision-making. Among other opportunities, the event includes a Boot Camp offering in-depth knowledge on launching a food brand.
From problem-solving and strategic planning to investment, collaboration, and growth opportunities, discovering innovative products, services, and technologies, keeping up with regulatory and compliance requirements, and more, food and beverage industry professionals can gain valuable benefits from attending these industry-leading conferences.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the food and beverage industry in the U.S.?
The food and beverage industry in the U.S. encompasses all companies involved in processing raw food materials, packaging, and distributing them. This includes fresh, prepared foods as well as packaged foods, and alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. It is a major sector of the US economy, contributing significantly to employment, economic output, and innovation.
What are the 3 main parts of the food and beverage industry?
The three main parts of the food and beverage industry include production, distribution, and retail and service:
- Production: This involves the initial creation and processing of food and beverage products, from farming and agriculture to food processing factories.
- Distribution: This includes the logistics and supply chains that transport food and beverage products from producers to retailers or directly to consumers.
- Retail and Service: This final segment involves the sale of food and beverages to consumers, which includes grocery stores, supermarkets, restaurants, and bars.
What is the biggest challenge in the food industry?
One of the biggest challenges in the food industry is ensuring food safety and quality throughout the supply chain. This involves maintaining hygiene standards, adhering to regulations, and implementing efficient recall systems. Additionally, adapting to consumer demands for sustainability and healthier options while maintaining profitability is also a significant challenge.
What are the top trends in the food industry?
The top trends in the food industry include an increasing consumer interest in healthy foods and beverages and plant-based products. There’s also a growing demand for convenient, ready-to-eat meals and snacks. Additionally, the food industry is increasingly utilizing technology solutions for food production, supply chain management, and customer experience, such as online ordering and delivery services.
