Food Week Korea 2026
2026 trade exhibition and professional visitor guide
Nov 4 – 7, 2026
60,000 visitors projected (2025 actual attendance: 55,711)
COEX Halls A, B, C and The Platz, Seoul, South Korea
1,000 companies and 1,800 booths from approximately 30 countries (organiser forecast)
🎫 Event Snapshot
HOURS
4–6 Nov: 10:00–18:00; 7 Nov: 10:00–17:00
VISITORS
60,000 projected visitors
Nov 4 – 7, 2026
DATES
EXHIBITORS
ADULT TICKET
COUNTRIES
1,000 companies / 1,800 booths projected
Foreign visitors: free after organiser approval/registration. Korea resident public: KRW 10,900 until 3 Nov (second early-bird); KRW 15,000 regular 4–7 Nov; four-day pass KRW 30,000. Trade buyers free if pre-registered by 3 Nov 18:00 KST.
International and regional industry participants
Who Should Attend
Food Importers
Food Importers should prioritise food and beverage sourcing at Food Week Korea in South Korea, prepare relevant specifications for processing capacity, beverage quality controls, bottling formats, cleaning procedures and distribution requirements, and use the organiser's current 2026 registration and exhibitor information to arrange targeted conversations.
Food Producers
Food Producers should prioritise food industry technology at Food Week Korea in South Korea, 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.
Retail Category Buyers
Retail Category Buyers should prioritise korean retail market at Food Week Korea in South Korea, 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.
Distributors
Distributors should prioritise international product launches at Food Week Korea in South Korea, prepare relevant specifications for minimum order quantities, target shelf price, destination-market labelling, import documentation and supplier capacity, 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 Food Week Korea (Nov 4 – 7, 2026), shortlist exhibitors relevant to food and beverage sourcing and send a concise buying or technical brief before attending COEX Halls A.
2
Compare Technical and Commercial Fit
During Food Week Korea, ask suppliers about guest or customer throughput, equipment uptime, stock turns, hygiene and local service coverage and record which claims are backed by real production data, certificates or verified case studies.
3
Explore Sector Innovations
Use the food industry technology area at Food Week Korea 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 COEX Halls A, record contact details, requested samples and next steps for international product launches. Agree who will send quotations or supporting documentation after the event.
5
Confirm Event Access and Logistics
Before travelling to Food Week Korea, confirm the latest visitor registration, show hours, hall allocation and exhibitor meetings directly through https://www.foodweek.co.kr/.
What You'll See & Do
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Food and Beverage Sourcing
Food Importers can use Food Week Korea (Nov 4 – 7, 2026, COEX Halls A) to evaluate food and beverage sourcing against processing capacity, beverage quality controls, bottling formats, cleaning procedures and distribution requirements. Food Week Korea is the 21st Seoul International Food Industry Exhibition, held 4–7 November 2026 at COEX Halls A, B, C and The Platz.
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Korean Retail Market
For korean retail market at Food Week Korea, demand comparable supplier information on guest or customer throughput, equipment uptime, stock turns, hygiene and local service coverage before shortlisting companies. COEX forecasts 1,000 exhibitors from around 30 countries, 1,800 booths and 60,000 visitors.
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Food Industry Technology
The food industry technology meetings at Food Week Korea are most useful when buyers bring precise requirements for real line or field throughput, interoperability, commissioning requirements, operator training, parts availability and after-sales support. The event spans premium food, plant-based and alternative products, manufacturing automation, smart logistics, farm technology and professional foodservice; it serves both B2B buyers and consumers.
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International Product Launches
A meaningful international product launches discussion during Food Week Korea should end with written specifications covering minimum order quantities, target shelf price, destination-market labelling, import documentation and supplier capacity and a named follow-up contact. Food Week Korea is the 21st Seoul International Food Industry Exhibition, held 4–7 November 2026 at COEX Halls A, B, C and The Platz.
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Food Factory & Smart Logistics
Manufacturers can evaluate production automation, cold chain systems and tracking technologies alongside finished-food categories at COEX.
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Korean Market Access
International food exporters should confirm Korean-language labeling, importer obligations, cold chain needs and distributor expectations.
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Getting to Seoul
For Food Week Korea, arrive in Seoul with enough time for local transport, event registration and meetings at COEX. Check the organiser's updated visitor instructions before booking flights or accommodation, as entry rules and venue logistics can change.
✈️ Flights to Seoul — Skyscanner
For Food Week Korea in Seoul, compare flights to the relevant gateway airport (ICN) before arranging onward travel to COEX Halls A, B, C and The Platz, Seoul, South Korea. Check arrival times against the event's published opening hours and advance registration requirements.
Where to Stay
Real hotels convenient for visiting Food Week Korea. Distances and available room types vary: confirm the exact route to the exhibition venue and cancellation conditions before booking.
Tools & Services for Attendees
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL ESSENTIALS
🛂 South Korea — Entry & Business Travel
Entry requirements for South Korea depend on citizenship, passport validity and business-travel purpose. Before attending Food Week Korea at COEX Halls A, B, C and The Platz, Seoul, South Korea, 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 Food Week Korea, calculate transport and import requirements for samples, equipment or stand displays arriving at COEX Halls A, B, C and The Platz, Seoul, South Korea. Coordinate delivery windows and temporary-import documentation with the appointed freight handler and venue.
POST-EVENT CRM & LEAD MANAGEMENT
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is Food Week Korea in 2026?
Nov 4 – 7, 2026; check the organiser for changes or individual conference sessions.
Where is Food Week Korea held?
COEX Halls A, B, C and The Platz, Seoul, South Korea
What are the published opening hours?
4–6 Nov: 10:00–18:00; 7 Nov: 10:00–17:00
How much does admission cost and who can attend?
Foreign visitors: free after organiser approval/registration. Korea resident public: KRW 10,900 until 3 Nov (second early-bird); KRW 15,000 regular 4–7 Nov; four-day pass KRW 30,000. Trade buyers free if pre-registered by 3 Nov 18:00 KST.
What can industry visitors explore?
Food Factory & Smart Logistics and Korean Market Access. Food Week Korea is the 21st Seoul International Food Industry Exhibition, held 4–7 November 2026 at COEX Halls A, B, C and The Platz. COEX forecasts 1,000 exhibitors from around 30 countries, 1,800 booths and 60,000 visitors. The
Which participants benefit most from visiting?
Food Importers, Retail Category Buyers, Food Producers, Distributors.
Where should trade visitors stay?
Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas, The Westin Seoul Parnas, Oakwood Premier Coex Center, Shilla Stay Samsung. Confirm travel time and cancellation terms for the actual dates.
How can international visitors plan airport transfers?
For Food Week Korea in Seoul, compare flights to the relevant gateway airport (ICN) before arranging onward travel to COEX Halls A, B, C and The Platz, Seoul, South Korea. Check arrival times against the event's published opening hours and advance registration requirements. This route planner shows travel options from Seoul airport to COEX Halls A, B, C and The Platz, Seoul, South Korea. Check the arrival terminal, public transport connections, and meeting-day traffic before choosing an option.
How do exhibitors get official stand information?
Exhibitors at Food Week Korea 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 Food Week Korea organiser site for current programme updates and visitor/exhibitor announcements.
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