For over three decades, WorldFood Moscow has served as the leading international autumn food and beverage exhibition in Russia and the broader Eurasian region. The event is more than just a trade show; it is a comprehensive industry ecosystem designed to facilitate year-round interaction between food producers, retail representatives, HoReCa professionals, and their partners. Since its founding in 1992, it has grown into the largest platform for professionals seeking to navigate the complex Russian and CIS food markets.
Event Overview
The 35th edition of WorldFood Moscow is scheduled to take place from September 15 to 18, 2026, at the Crocus Expo International Exhibition Centre in Moscow, Pavilion 3, Halls 14 and 15. The exhibition consistently draws a high-calibre audience, with over 1,100 exhibitors and more than 26,000 visitors attending annually. In 2025, the event saw a 17% increase in visitors compared to the previous year, underscoring its growing influence.
A Comprehensive Exhibition Platform
The exhibition is organized into 16 thematic sections that cover the entire spectrum of the food and beverage industry. This structure allows attendees to navigate the show efficiently and find solutions across all product categories:
- Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Beverages: A broad range of drinks from global producers.
- Grocery Products: A staple section featuring a wide variety of dry goods.
- Confectionery and Bakery: Showcasing sweets, baked goods, and innovative treats.
- Meat, Poultry, and Eggs: Featuring producers and suppliers of these key proteins.
- Dairy Products and Cheeses: A significant category with a dedicated practical conference within the business programme.
- Fish and Seafood: A vital sector for the Russian market.
- Fruits and Vegetables: A unique feature of WorldFood Moscow, this section is exclusively presented in the autumn in a scale unrivalled by any other exhibition in Russia.
- Frozen Food and Ready Meals: Products catering to the growing demand for convenience.
- Oil and Fat Products and Sauces: Ingredients essential to food preparation.
- Canned Food: A traditional category with a strong market presence.
- Organic and Healthy Food: A special exposition highlighting the growing trend for functional and organic products.
- Halal Products: A dedicated section for this important market segment.
- Tea and Coffee: Hot beverages, a key category for retailers and HoReCa.
- Ingredients and Additives: Products for food manufacturers.
- Non-Food Products: Packaging, equipment, and other services supporting the food industry.
An Unmatched Business Platform
WorldFood Moscow is explicitly designed to address the needs of the entire food industry value chain, making it a potent business tool for producers, retailers, wholesalers, and HoReCa professionals.
- For Food Producers: The event provides a platform to find new clients, increase sales, expand geographical reach, and launch new products. In 2025, the exhibition was a launching pad for over 150 new companies, including more than 110 from Russia.
- For Retail and Wholesale: The event is the primary venue for finding new suppliers. Retailers like Azbuka Vkusa, Auchan, Magnit, Lenta, Metro, Ozon, and X5 Retail Group regularly attend to source new products and negotiate deals directly.
- For HoReCa: Restaurant and hospitality professionals can find suppliers, taste products prepared by chefs, and network with top industry experts.
- For International Attendees: The event attracts an impressive international roster, having hosted exhibitors and visitors from over 80 countries in 2025, including major delegations from China, India, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia, which was the partner country.
Business Programme and Special Events
The four-day event is complemented by a comprehensive business programme featuring over 50 events and more than 150 speakers across four dedicated platforms.
Key Platforms:
- Food Industry Leaders Forum: A platform for exchanging experiences and discussing challenges facing retail, featuring presentations on statistics and market trends.
- Retail Academy: Practical conferences for commercial departments focusing on category development for key products like dairy, fruits and vegetables, and confectionery.
- Culinary Marathon: A live cooking area where professional chefs prepare dishes using participant products, offering a unique tasting experience for visitors.
- WorldFood HoReCa: A training programme for hospitality industry specialists, providing ready-to-use tools to boost profitability.
Competitions:
- Product of the Year: An annual competition to identify and announce the best quality food products on the Russian market across multiple categories.
- Product Launch of the Year: A new competition for 2026 to highlight the most innovative and interesting products recently launched.
Conclusion
WorldFood Moscow is the central meeting point for the food and beverage professional community in Russia and the CIS. It offers a unique, comprehensive ecosystem that enables business growth in just four days. For any professional involved in the food industry, this event remains an essential date on the calendar, offering unparalleled opportunities for sourcing, networking, and staying ahead of market trends.
