Horeca Expo 2026
2026 trade exhibition and professional visitor guide
Nov 15 – 18, 2026
Restaurant and Hotel Buyers; Chefs and Caterers; Foodservice Distributors; Hospitality Entrepreneurs
Flanders Expo, Maaltekouter 1, 9051 Ghent, Belgium
Exhibitors and suppliers active in Professional Catering, Hospitality Equipment, Bakery and Coffee, Restaurant Concepts
🎫 Event Snapshot
HOURS
15–18 Nov: 10:00–18:00
VISITORS
Restaurant and Hotel Buyers; Chefs and Caterers; Foodservice Distributors; Hospitality Entrepreneurs
Nov 15 – 18, 2026
DATES
EXHIBITORS
ADULT TICKET
COUNTRIES
Exhibitors and suppliers active in Professional Catering, Hospitality Equipment, Bakery and Coffee, Restaurant Concepts
€70 on-site for hospitality professionals without an invitation; prior registration required. Admission is for industry professionals, not the general public.
International and regional industry participants
Who Should Attend
Restaurant and Hotel Buyers
Restaurant and Hotel Buyers should prioritise professional catering at Horeca Expo in Belgium, prepare relevant specifications for guest or customer throughput, equipment uptime, stock turns, hygiene and local service coverage, and use the organiser's current 2026 registration and exhibitor information to arrange targeted conversations.
Foodservice Distributors
Foodservice Distributors should prioritise bakery and coffee at Horeca Expo in Belgium, prepare relevant specifications for origin traceability, lot quality, tasting results, shelf life, packaging formats and viable wholesale volumes, and use the organiser's current 2026 registration and exhibitor information to arrange targeted conversations.
Chefs and Caterers
Chefs and Caterers should prioritise hospitality equipment at Horeca Expo in Belgium, prepare relevant specifications for real line or field throughput, interoperability, commissioning requirements, operator training, parts availability and after-sales support, and use the organiser's current 2026 registration and exhibitor information to arrange targeted conversations.
Hospitality Entrepreneurs
Hospitality Entrepreneurs should prioritise restaurant concepts at Horeca Expo in Belgium, prepare relevant specifications for guest or customer throughput, equipment uptime, stock turns, hygiene and local service coverage, and use the organiser's current 2026 registration and exhibitor information to arrange targeted conversations.
Top Reasons to Attend
1
Plan Relevant Exhibitor Meetings
For Horeca Expo (Nov 15 – 18, 2026), shortlist exhibitors relevant to professional catering and send a concise buying or technical brief before attending Flanders Expo.
2
Compare Technical and Commercial Fit
During Horeca Expo, ask suppliers about real line or field throughput, interoperability, commissioning requirements, operator training, parts availability and after-sales support and record which claims are backed by real production data, certificates or verified case studies.
3
Explore Sector Innovations
Use the bakery and coffee area at Horeca Expo to compare several providers on the same criteria; ask for technical datasheets and realistic implementation or delivery dates.
4
Arrange Post-Show Follow-Up
Before leaving Flanders Expo, record contact details, requested samples and next steps for restaurant concepts. Agree who will send quotations or supporting documentation after the event.
5
Confirm Event Access and Logistics
Before travelling to Horeca Expo, confirm the latest visitor registration, show hours, hall allocation and exhibitor meetings directly through https://www.horecaexpo.be/fr/.
What You'll See & Do
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Professional Catering
Restaurant and Hotel Buyers can use Horeca Expo (Nov 15 – 18, 2026, Flanders Expo) to evaluate professional catering against guest or customer throughput, equipment uptime, stock turns, hygiene and local service coverage. Horeca Expo 2026 runs 15–18 November at Flanders Expo in Ghent, with daily opening hours of 10:00–18:00.
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Hospitality Equipment
For hospitality equipment at Horeca Expo, demand comparable supplier information on real line or field throughput, interoperability, commissioning requirements, operator training, parts availability and after-sales support before shortlisting companies. It is reserved for hospitality professionals, not private consumers; children are not admitted.
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Bakery and Coffee
The bakery and coffee meetings at Horeca Expo are most useful when buyers bring precise requirements for origin traceability, lot quality, tasting results, shelf life, packaging formats and viable wholesale volumes. The organiser specifies two entry points, Halls 1 and 8, requires registration and lists €70 onsite entry for professionals without an invitation.
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Restaurant Concepts
A meaningful restaurant concepts discussion during Horeca Expo should end with written specifications covering guest or customer throughput, equipment uptime, stock turns, hygiene and local service coverage and a named follow-up contact. Horeca Expo 2026 runs 15–18 November at Flanders Expo in Ghent, with daily opening hours of 10:00–18:00.
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Belgian Foodservice Procurement
Compare specialist food suppliers, wholesalers, beverage products and kitchen systems based on real restaurant menu and operating needs.
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Restaurant Efficiency and Waste
Ask catering equipment companies about utility usage, maintenance, staff workflow and food waste reduction.
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Getting to Ghent
For Horeca Expo, arrive in Ghent with enough time for local transport, event registration and meetings at Flanders Expo. Check the organiser's updated visitor instructions before booking flights or accommodation, as entry rules and venue logistics can change.
Where to Stay
Four existing accommodation options for Horeca Expo. Confirm actual venue access and travel dates, room availability and refundable rates before making a reservation.
Tools & Services for Attendees
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL ESSENTIALS
🛂 Belgium — Entry & Business Travel
Entry requirements for Belgium depend on citizenship, passport validity and business-travel purpose. Before attending Horeca Expo at Flanders Expo, Maaltekouter 1, 9051 Ghent, Belgium, confirm your eligibility, possible invitation-letter requirements and applicable entry rules. Do not rely on a trade-show registration as permission to enter.
Post-Event CRM & Lead Management
📦 Exhibition freight and customs
For Horeca Expo, calculate transport and import requirements for samples, equipment or stand displays arriving at Flanders Expo, Maaltekouter 1, 9051 Ghent, Belgium. Coordinate delivery windows and temporary-import documentation with the appointed freight handler and venue.
POST-EVENT CRM & LEAD MANAGEMENT
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is Horeca Expo in 2026?
Nov 15 – 18, 2026; check the organiser for changes or individual conference sessions.
Where is Horeca Expo held?
Flanders Expo, Maaltekouter 1, 9051 Ghent, Belgium
What are the published opening hours?
15–18 Nov: 10:00–18:00
How much does admission cost and who can attend?
€70 on-site for hospitality professionals without an invitation; prior registration required. Admission is for industry professionals, not the general public.
What can industry visitors explore?
Belgian Foodservice Procurement and Restaurant Efficiency and Waste. Horeca Expo 2026 runs 15–18 November at Flanders Expo in Ghent, with daily opening hours of 10:00–18:00. It is reserved for hospitality professionals, not private consumers; children are not admitted. The organiser specifies two e
Which participants benefit most from visiting?
Restaurant and Hotel Buyers, Chefs and Caterers, Foodservice Distributors, Hospitality Entrepreneurs.
Where should trade visitors stay?
voco Ghent, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent, JAM Hotel Ghent, Courtyard by Marriott Ghent. Confirm travel time and cancellation terms for the actual dates.
How can international visitors plan airport transfers?
For Horeca Expo at Flanders Expo, Maaltekouter 1, 9051 Ghent, Belgium, compare available routes through Brussels Airport (BRU). Check local connections and travel time before confirming flight arrangements. Use the directions planner to compare routes from Brussels Airport to Flanders Expo, Maaltekouter 1, 9051 Ghent, Belgium. Check public transit, peak road congestion and organizer-recommended arrival gates.
How do exhibitors get official stand information?
Exhibitors at Horeca Expo should obtain their stand-build, logistics, safety, access and delivery instructions from the organiser. Verify venue deadlines and approved services before contracting suppliers. Registration, stand servicing, freight and security rules may differ from ordinary visitor access.
Where can I confirm the complete programme and registration details?
Visit the official Horeca Expo organiser site for current programme updates and visitor/exhibitor announcements.
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