What To Know
- Among the major announcements was the renewal of the partnership between the Specialty Coffee Association and DXB LIVE, extending the organisation of World of Coffee Dubai for five additional years through 2031.
- DXB LIVE confirmed that the sixth edition of World of Coffee Dubai will take place from January 26 to 28, 2027 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
- Organised by DXB LIVE in partnership with the Specialty Coffee Association, the fifth edition of World of Coffee Dubai brought together more than 2,100 companies and brands representing 78 countries.
Dubai has reinforced its status as a regional hub for the specialty coffee industry after World of Coffee Dubai 2026 recorded more than 20,000 trade visits from professionals across 80 countries.
Organised by DXB LIVE in partnership with the Specialty Coffee Association, the fifth edition of World of Coffee Dubai brought together more than 2,100 companies and brands representing 78 countries. The event also featured nine national pavilions, making it the largest exhibition within the global World of Coffee series to date.
Industry professionals accounted for 83 per cent of total visitors, with international participation exceeding 70 per cent. Notably, 63 per cent of attendees were first-time visitors, underscoring the exhibition’s expanding global footprint.
Strong Commercial Activity at World of Coffee Dubai 2026
Commercial engagement remained a key highlight of World of Coffee Dubai 2026. According to organisers, 68 per cent of attendees were decision makers or purchasing managers. Around 60 per cent reported concluding deals or entering new agreements and partnerships during the event.
A total of 14 memorandums of understanding and partnership agreements were signed between 23 companies, entities and organisations.
Among the major announcements was the renewal of the partnership between the Specialty Coffee Association and DXB LIVE, extending the organisation of World of Coffee Dubai for five additional years through 2031.
A separate three-year agreement was signed between DXB LIVE and the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority to organise the Bahrain Coffee Festival. Additional cooperation agreements were also concluded at local, regional and international levels.
Khalid Al Hammadi, Executive Vice President of DXB LIVE, said the exhibition’s success was reflected in tangible outcomes, including product launches, sourcing opportunities and partnership signings.
Shouq bin Redha, Exhibition Manager, noted that the 2026 edition demonstrated increasing interest from decision makers and global brands, reflecting the growing maturity of the specialty coffee sector in the region.
World of Coffee Dubai 2027 Dates Announced
DXB LIVE confirmed that the sixth edition of World of Coffee Dubai will take place from January 26 to 28, 2027 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Organisers reported that more than 90 per cent of exhibitors have already confirmed plans to return. Additionally, 50 per cent of the 2027 exhibition space was reserved during the 2026 show days, highlighting strong confidence in the event’s continued expansion.
With growing international participation and high levels of dealmaking, World of Coffee Dubai continues to strengthen Dubai’s position within the global specialty coffee trade calendar.
