TRADE FAIR PROFILE
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Gulfood Dubai – International Food and Beverage Trade Show
Gulfood
This profile does not indicate VINUT TRUST participation. VINUT TRUST at Events
THE FAIR
A closer look.
Gulfood is an international food and beverage sourcing exhibition in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, organised by Dubai World Trade Centre. The event brings suppliers together with importers, distributors, retail buyers and hospitality professionals. Beverage-focused visitors can explore drink concepts alongside grocery, dairy and other categories across two exhibition venues.
Beverages is a dedicated sourcing sector.Power Brands and World Food broaden product discovery.Gulfood Grocery Trade focuses on wholesale sourcing.Gulfood Startups features emerging food businesses.
DATES & LOCATIONS
Published editions
Gulfood 2027
–
Dates shown in Asia/Dubai
Dubai World Trade Centre & Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Edition sources3
- gulfood.comChecked
Shows 15–18 Mar 2027 daily 10:00–18:00 and 19 Mar 10:00–17:00 at DWTC and DEC.
- mktg.gulfood.comChecked
Official visitor form collects professional and product-interest details.
- mktg.gulfood.comChecked
Exhibitor interest request for individual/pavilion stand and stand size.
Gulfood 2026
Dates have not been announced.
Dubai World Trade Centre & Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Edition sources3
- gulfood.comChecked
26–30 January 2026 at DWTC and Dubai Exhibition Centre, with sector examples.
- dwtc.comChecked
Confirms Gulfood 26–30 January 2026 in DWTC halls. Venue calls audience trade only.
- dubaiexhibitioncentre.comChecked
Confirms 26–30 January 2026 in DEC halls. Venue classifies audience trade and public.
WHO & WHAT TO EXPECT
Sectors & audiences
Exhibition sectors
- Beverages
- Dairy
- Fats & Oils
- Gulfood Fresh
- Meat & Poultry
- Seafood
- Pulses & Grains
- Power Brands
- World Food
- Gulfood Grocery Trade
- Gulfood Logistics
- Gulfood Startups
Exhibitor profiles
- Food and beverage producers
- Agricultural and commodity suppliers
- Food technology and logistics providers
Visitor profiles
- Importers and distributors
- Retail and grocery buyers
- Hospitality and foodservice buyers
USEFUL TO KNOW
Frequently asked questions
How can beverage buyers find suitable suppliers at Gulfood?
Start with the official Beverages sector, then compare exhibitor categories and confirm stand locations before arranging meetings. Ask each supplier about product specifications and market suitability.
Does Gulfood take place at more than one venue?
Yes. The published two-venue format uses Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai. Check the sector plan and travel arrangements for the relevant edition.
Does submitting the exhibitor enquiry reserve a stand?
No. The official enquiry collects company details, sector and preferred stand size. Availability, acceptance and participation terms require confirmation from the organiser.
CHECK THE DETAILS
Official sources
Read what each source supports and when it was checked. For the latest information, consult the organiser.
View profile sources9
- gulfood.comChecked
Show identity, Dubai food and beverage sourcing, organizer branding and published next-edition schedule.
- gulfood.comChecked
Visitor profile includes retailers, hospitality chains, manufacturers, distributors and investors.
- gulfood.comChecked
Two-venue 2027 format, international food and beverage exhibitors and exhibitor participation guidance.
- gulfood.comChecked
2026 official sector list covering beverages, dairy, oils, grocery, meat, brands, grains and world food.
- gulfood.comChecked
Named Beverages sector and organiser discussion of drink formats, packaging and product discovery.
- gulfood.comChecked
2026 dual-site configuration and the added fresh, grocery and logistics sectors.
- gulfood.comChecked
Organiser announcement dated 19 Jan 2026: dual-venue history, new categories and major exhibitor profiles.
- gulfood.comChecked
DEC accessible by Dubai Metro Red Line, Expo 2020 station, car and taxi.
- mktg.gulfood.comChecked
Application-interest form asks individual/pavilion type, company sector, product and preferred stand size.