IFEX 2026 | Northern Ireland
| Location: | Eikon Exhibition Centre, Lisburn, Northern Ireland |
| Starts: | 24 Feb, 2026 at 9am |
| Ends: | 26 Feb, 2026 at 5pm |
IFEX 2026 | Northern Ireland
IFEX 2026 is Northern Ireland’s largest food, hospitality, and retail trade exhibition. The event brings together food and drink producers, hospitality operators, wholesalers, distributors, and service providers to showcase products and solutions for the foodservice and retail sectors.
The exhibition features a broad mix of food and drink products, catering equipment, packaging, technology, and business services. In addition, exhibitors present solutions focused on efficiency, menu development, sustainability, and cost control. This makes IFEX highly relevant for restaurants, hotels, cafés, contract caterers, and foodservice suppliers operating across Northern Ireland and the wider UK market.
Importantly, IFEX 2026 has a strong regional and cross-border focus. As a result, the show attracts buyers and decision makers from Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, and Great Britain. The event provides a practical environment for sourcing, supplier comparison, and identifying new commercial opportunities.
Alongside the exhibition, IFEX delivers a programme of live demonstrations, competitions, and industry features. These include chef showcases, skills competitions, and talks covering hospitality trends and operational best practice. Furthermore, the format encourages engagement between suppliers and operators in a highly commercial setting.
Networking is a central feature of IFEX. The show floor is designed for face-to-face interaction, allowing attendees to build relationships, explore partnerships, and discover new products in one place.
Show highlights
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Northern Ireland’s flagship food & hospitality show
A key trade event for foodservice, hospitality, and retail operators. -
Food, drink, and equipment showcase
Products and solutions across catering, hospitality, and retail supply. -
Live chef demos and competitions
Skills showcases and culinary inspiration from industry professionals. -
Regional and cross-border audience
Buyers and suppliers from Northern Ireland, Ireland, and Great Britain. -
High-value B2B networking
Direct access to decision makers in a focused trade environment.
Dates & venue
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Dates: 24–26 February 2026
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Venue: Eikon Exhibition Centre, Lisburn, Northern Ireland
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