Food Hospitality Queensland 2026

Food & Hospitality Queensland 2026 is a major industry event bringing together professionals from the foodservice, hospitality, café, coffee, retail, catering and technology sectors. The event takes place on 12 and 13 October 2026 at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre in South Bank, Brisbane, Queensland.

A Meeting Place for Food and Hospitality Professionals

The event provides an opportunity for hospitality businesses, chefs, café operators, restaurant owners, caterers, distributors, suppliers, manufacturers and industry professionals to meet under one roof. Visitors can discover new products, explore business solutions, connect with suppliers and learn about developments influencing the food and hospitality industry.

Explore Food and Beverage Products

Food Hospitality Queensland features a broad selection of food and beverage products designed for professional foodservice environments. Visitors can explore ingredients, prepared products, beverages, fresh produce and other solutions that can support menus and hospitality operations.

The exhibition also provides businesses with an opportunity to meet suppliers directly, compare products and discover ideas that may be relevant to their operations.

Hospitality Equipment and Technology

Modern hospitality businesses depend on efficient equipment, technology and operational solutions. The event showcases products and services across hospitality equipment, technology, commercial foodservice solutions and business systems.

Visitors can explore solutions related to kitchen operations, service, ordering, automation and other areas that contribute to day-to-day hospitality management.

Chef and Culinary Experiences

Culinary demonstrations and chef-focused sessions form an important part of the event. The Chef's Table provides opportunities to explore ingredients, culinary techniques, menu development and contemporary food trends.

Food professionals can gain practical insights while discovering new approaches to cooking, sourcing and menu creation.

Café and Coffee Industry

Café operators and coffee professionals can explore dedicated content covering coffee, café operations, food-to-go concepts and business development. The programme includes sessions addressing topics such as café profitability, customer expectations, coffee programmes, bakery operations and business systems.

The event's coffee-focused experiences also provide an opportunity for professionals to learn about developments affecting the coffee and café sector.

Business and Technology Insights

Food Hospitality Queensland also focuses on the commercial side of hospitality. Business and technology sessions cover subjects including operational efficiency, automation, hospitality technology, leadership, sourcing, food waste and business management.

These sessions give hospitality professionals an opportunity to consider different approaches to managing operations and responding to changing customer and industry requirements.

Competitions and Live Activities

The event includes culinary competitions and live demonstrations that add an interactive element to the exhibition. The programme includes the Queensland Chef of the Year competition and the Queensland Pizza Competition, providing opportunities for culinary professionals to showcase their skills.

Visitors can experience live food activity while connecting with chefs and other professionals working across the hospitality sector.

Networking Opportunities

Networking is another important feature of Food Hospitality Queensland. The event brings together operators, buyers, chefs, suppliers, manufacturers, distributors and other industry participants.

For businesses, attending can provide opportunities to establish professional connections, meet potential suppliers and discuss products and services directly with industry representatives.

Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Food Hospitality Queensland 2026 will be held at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, located at 1 Convention Centre Place, South Bank, Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia.

The venue is situated in South Bank and is accessible by public transport, including nearby railway stations. Its central Brisbane location makes it a convenient venue for professionals travelling from across Queensland and beyond.

Event Dates and Times

Food Hospitality Queensland 2026 is scheduled for Monday 12 October and Tuesday 13 October 2026. The exhibition runs from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on both days.

The event is designed as an in-person industry gathering, giving attendees the opportunity to see products, attend sessions, participate in demonstrations and meet exhibitors face to face.

Who Should Attend

The event can be relevant to a wide range of professionals, including:

• Restaurant and café operators
• Chefs and culinary professionals
• Caterers and foodservice businesses
• Hospitality managers and owners
• Coffee professionals
• Food and beverage suppliers
• Retail and convenience businesses
• Distributors and wholesalers
• Hospitality technology providers
• Food manufacturers

Experience Food Hospitality Queensland 2026

Food Hospitality Queensland 2026 brings together food, hospitality, coffee, technology, business education and networking in one professional exhibition. From culinary demonstrations and competitions to supplier discovery and business-focused education, the event provides a broad programme for people working throughout the foodservice and hospitality ecosystem.

Taking place in Brisbane on 12–13 October 2026, the event offers attendees an opportunity to discover products, learn from industry professionals, explore hospitality solutions and build connections within the Queensland market.