Horecava 2026

Horecava 2026 serves as the premier trade fair for the hospitality sector in the Netherlands, uniting professionals from foodservice, beverage, and out-of-home hospitality. With a legacy spanning over 65 years, it has established itself as the key annual event for individuals in the hospitality field. Over the course of four days, more than 60,000 attendees come together to examine current trends, uncover innovative solutions, enhance business connections, and gather inspiration for their hospitality enterprises.

Reasons to Attend Horecava 2026

This event is crucial for anyone involved in the hospitality industry, offering a comprehensive overview and facilitating connections with suppliers, decision-makers, and innovators all in one venue.

Key Reasons to Visit

• Discover the newest trends and innovations in hospitality
• Connect with both new and established suppliers
• Participate in expert-led sessions and live demonstrations
• Engage with hospitality professionals from across the Netherlands
• Find inspiration for the upcoming year

Exhibitors and Innovations

Horecava showcases nearly 700 exhibitors from the entire hospitality ecosystem. Attendees can explore offerings in food and beverages, sustainable packaging, commercial kitchen equipment, hospitality technology, interior design, and professional services.

The exhibition covers over 26,000 square meters and is organized into eight themed sections, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and workforce challenges.

Program Highlights at Horecava

The event features a varied program each day, including interactive symposiums, expert presentations, live competitions with Michelin-starred chefs and skilled baristas, along with product demonstrations and tastings.

This program aims to provide practical insights, inspiration, and hands-on experiences for hospitality professionals at all levels.

Intended Audience

Horecava is suitable for restaurant owners, hotel staff, caterers, hospitality entrepreneurs, chefs, baristas, managers, suppliers, distributors, and service providers within the hospitality sector.

Exhibiting at Horecava

Horecava acts as the national hub for hospitality professionals in the Netherlands. Exhibiting allows brands to reach a focused audience actively looking for new suppliers, products, and solutions.

Exhibitors gain significant brand exposure, direct interaction with decision-makers, opportunities to present innovations, and valuable networking with industry leaders and peers.

Location: RAI Amsterdam

RAI Amsterdam is recognized as one of Europe’s most accessible exhibition venues, featuring excellent transport links via tram, metro, bus, and an on-site train station. Its central location makes it suitable for large-scale international hospitality events.

Event Timing

The event is scheduled from Monday, January 12 to Thursday, January 15, 2026.

Opening hours each day are from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM.