Food Week Korea 2026: Seoul Serves Up the Future of Food

Food Week Korea 2026

Seoul is preparing to become a global meeting place for the food industry when Food Week Korea 2026 returns to COEX from 4 to 7 November 2026. The 21st Seoul International Food Industry Exhibition will bring together food, beverage, hospitality, food technology and smart food solutions in one of Asia's major international food exhibitions.

A Global Food Exhibition in Seoul

Food Week Korea is designed as a major B2B2C platform, connecting food industry buyers and businesses with consumers. The 2026 exhibition is expected to feature around 1,000 exhibitors and 1,800 booths from 30 countries, with approximately 60,000 visitors expected. The previous 2025 edition attracted 55,711 visitors from 81 countries, demonstrating the show's growing international appeal.

For international visitors, Food Week Korea offers an opportunity to discover Korean food trends while exploring products and innovations from around the world.

From Premium Food to Food Technology

Food Week Korea 2026

The exhibition covers a broad spectrum of the modern food industry. Visitors can discover processed and convenience foods, fresh produce, international foods, sauces, ingredients, desserts, bakery products, snacks, beverages, wine and speciality foods.

There is also a strong focus on emerging consumer trends, including vegan, alternative and functional foods.

Beyond food and drink, Food Week Korea showcases commercial kitchen equipment, tableware, smart kitchen appliances, food manufacturing and processing equipment, food packaging, smart factories, logistics, distribution, smart farming and green biotechnology.

Discover the Future of Korean Food

For travellers interested in Korean cuisine, Food Week Korea provides a different perspective on Seoul's dynamic food culture.

The exhibition highlights the development of Korean food products alongside international food trends, giving visitors an insight into how traditional food culture, modern technology and changing consumer preferences are shaping the future of the food industry.

For business visitors, it also provides opportunities to meet producers, distributors, buyers and food technology companies.

COEX: A Major Seoul Exhibition Venue

Food Week Korea 2026

Food Week Korea will occupy COEX Halls A, B and C and The Platz, with conference facilities also forming part of the event program. COEX is one of Seoul's best-known international exhibition and convention venues, located in the Gangnam district and surrounded by hotels, restaurants, shopping and entertainment.

The exhibition runs from 10am to 6pm from 4 to 6 November, with the final day, 7 November, operating from 10am to 5pm.

Food Week Korea 2026 offers food professionals, international buyers, hospitality businesses and food-loving travellers an opportunity to experience the changing face of Korea's food industry in the heart of Seoul.

Food Week Korea 2026 

Website: https://www.foodweek.co.kr/
Email: foodweekkorea@outlook.com
Phone: +82 2 6000 8164 / +82 2 6000 1115
Venue: COEX, Seoul, South Korea

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