About this expo
HOFEX is recognized as Asia's premier food and hospitality tradeshow, held every two years. It aims to present a wide array of Food & Drinks and Hospitality Equipment & Supplies products to the Asian market. The event is scheduled from May 10 to May 12, 2027, at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Exhibitors showcase products across various sectors, including Food & Drinks, Bakery & Confectionery, Specialty Coffee & Tea, Food Packaging, Kitchen Equipment & Catering Supplies, Hospitality Technology, and Tableware & Hospitality Supplies. Specific product examples include Beer, Dairy Products, Seafood, Organic/Health Food, Espresso machines, and Hotel supplies.
HOFEX attracts a professional audience, including F&B importers, wholesalers, retailers, and high-profile buyers from restaurants, hotels, and supermarkets. Past editions have demonstrated significant scale, with 2,060 exhibitors & brands and 27,005 visitors in 2025, and 1,600+ exhibitors from 27 countries and 30,823 visitors from 64 countries in 2023. The event is UFI approved and AUMA listed, underscoring its industry standing.
Highlights
5 items- Asia's Leading Food & Hospitality Tradeshow
- Held at Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong SAR, China
- UFI Approved and AUMA Listed
- 2,060 exhibitors & brands and 27,005 visitors (2025)
- Features concurrent events like ProWine Hong Kong Wine Forum and Hong Kong International Culinary Classic (HKICC)
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does it take place?+
HOFEX will be held from May 10 to May 12, 2027, at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre in Hong Kong.
Who organizes it?+
The event is organized by Informa Markets - Asia. Informa Markets manages over 550 international B2B events across various sectors, including Hospitality, Food & Beverage.
What industries and products are covered?+
HOFEX covers Food & Drinks, Hospitality Equipment & Supplies. Core exhibit sectors include Bakery & Confectionery, Specialty Coffee & Tea, Food Packaging, Kitchen Equipment & Catering Supplies, Hospitality Technology, and Tableware & Hospitality Supplies.
How can I attend or exhibit?+
HOFEX is open to professionals. Admission is for trade visitors aged 18 or above only. Registration for the event is available on the official HOFEX website.
What are the practical participation details?+
The exhibition hours are 10:30 – 18:30 on May 10 – 11, 2027, and 10:30 – 17:00 on May 12, 2027. HOFEX Connect, an online matchmaking platform, is also available and free of charge for buyers.