About this expo
HORECATEL serves as the most significant B2B trade show for professionals within the Horeca and Gastronomy sectors across French-speaking Belgium. Held annually at WEX (Wallonie Expo) in Marche-en-Famenne, Belgium, the event is scheduled from March 14 to March 17, 2027. It is organized by Wallonie Expo S.A. and is open exclusively to professionals.
The exhibition showcases a comprehensive range of professional products, equipment, technologies, and services. This includes kitchen appliances, catering materials, beverages, delicacies, and digital tools, with exhibitors providing concrete solutions tailored to various professional activity profiles. The event fosters inspiration, innovation, and business networking, facilitating matchmaking, workshops, and opportunities for sustainable collaborations.
HORECATEL attracts a diverse target audience, including restaurateurs, hoteliers, cafetiers, frituristes, caterers, butchers, chefs, and professionals from food service, catering, retail, and crafts. The 2027 edition marks the 60th anniversary of the event, which saw 420 exhibitors and over 30,000 visitors in its 2026 edition.
Highlights
5 items- 60th edition in 2027
- 420 exhibitors (2026) and over 30,000 visitors (2026)
- AUMA listed
- Held at WEX (Wallonie Expo) in Marche-en-Famenne, Belgium
- Features culinary demonstrations, competitions, Horecatel Hospitality Awards 2027, and Trophée Éric Martin 2026
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does HORECATEL 2027 take place?+
HORECATEL 2027 will be held from March 14 to March 17, 2027, at WEX (Wallonie Expo) in Marche-en-Famenne, Belgium.
Who organizes HORECATEL?+
The event is organized by Wallonie Expo S.A. (WEX S.A.).
What industries and products are covered at HORECATEL?+
HORECATEL focuses on the Horeca and Gastronomy sectors, featuring professional products, equipment, technologies, and services such as kitchen appliances, catering materials, beverages, delicacies, and digital tools.
How can I attend HORECATEL?+
Entry is free with an invitation obtained via online registration. Without an invitation, the ticket price is 70€. Hospitality student groups can enter for free on Wednesday afternoons by sending a request to horecatel@wex.be, and children under 12 also receive free entry.
Are there any specific deadlines for participation?+
Applications for the Horecatel Hospitality Awards 2027 are open until September 13, 2026.