About this expo
World of Coffee Dubai is a specialty coffee trade show organized by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) and DXB LIVE. The upcoming edition is scheduled from January 26 to 28, 2027 at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre – Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), in Za'abeel Halls 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6. The SCA is a trade association with a global membership spanning the entire coffee value chain. DXB LIVE is an integrated event management and experiential agency of Dubai World Trade Centre.\n\nThe event has grown across recent editions. The 2023 edition received registrations from more than 1,000 companies and brands from over 30 countries, with over 6,000 trade visitors. The 2024 edition saw slightly above 13,000 visitors and 1,650 exhibitors and brands from 51 countries. The 2025 edition featured 1,980 participating companies including 131 new ones, over 300 exhibitors, and 10 national pavilions. The 2026 edition attracted over 20,000 trade visits from professionals representing over 80 countries, with more than 2,100 companies and brands from 78 countries participating.\n\nConcurrent programs include the UAE National Championships (Barista, Cup Tasters, Coffee Roasting), Roaster Village, Cupping Room, Dubai Coffee Auction, Coffee Design Awards, Best New Product Competition, Producers Village, Brew Bar, SCA Community Lounge, Lectures, Workshops, and the Cezve/Ibrik Championship (2026). In 2026, 95% of exhibitors reported fully or partially achieving their objectives, and over 75% generated serious business leads. Exhibit sectors include coffee accessories, commercial and consumer coffee preparation and serving equipment, and an open class category.
Highlights
5 items- Organized by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) and DXB LIVE
- The 2026 edition attracted over 20,000 trade visits from professionals representing over 80 countries, with more than 2,100 companies from 78 countries
- The 2024 edition had slightly above 13,000 visitors and 1,650 exhibitors and brands from 51 countries
- In 2026, 95% of exhibitors reported fully or partially achieving their objectives and over 75% generated serious business leads
- Concurrent programs include UAE National Championships, Dubai Coffee Auction, Roaster Village, and Producers Village
FAQ
5 questionsWho organizes World of Coffee Dubai?+
The event is organized by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) and DXB LIVE, an integrated event management and experiential agency of Dubai World Trade Centre.
Where and when is the next edition held?+
The next edition takes place from January 26 to 28, 2027 at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre – Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), in Za'abeel Halls 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6.
How many visitors and exhibitors attended the 2026 edition?+
The 2026 edition attracted over 20,000 trade visits from professionals representing over 80 countries, with more than 2,100 companies and brands from 78 countries participating.
What concurrent programs take place at World of Coffee Dubai?+
Concurrent programs include the UAE National Championships (Barista, Cup Tasters, Coffee Roasting), Dubai Coffee Auction, Roaster Village, Producers Village, Cupping Room, Coffee Design Awards, Best New Product Competition, SCA Community Lounge, Brew Bar, Lectures, Workshops, and the Cezve/Ibrik Championship (2026).
What exhibit sectors are covered at World of Coffee Dubai?+
Sectors include coffee accessories, commercial coffee preparation and serving equipment, consumer coffee preparation and serving equipment, and an open class for products aligning with industry trends.