Saudi Food Expo 2026 | Saudi Arabia
| Location: | Riyadh front expo, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| Starts: | 21 Jun, 2026 at 4pm |
| Ends: | 24 Jun, 2026 at 11pm |
Saudi Food Expo 2026 | Saudi Arabia
Saudi Food Expo 2026 is one of the most important food and beverage trade exhibitions in the Middle East. The event brings together global food manufacturers, exporters, distributors, and buyers looking to access the fast-growing Saudi and Gulf markets. It plays a central role in connecting international suppliers with regional trade decision makers.
The exhibition covers a broad range of food and drink categories, including chilled and frozen foods, meat and poultry, dairy, bakery, beverages, ingredients, and foodservice products. In addition, exhibitors present solutions across processing, packaging, logistics, and supply chain services. This makes the show highly relevant for producers and wholesalers targeting large-scale retail, hospitality, and catering buyers.
Importantly, Saudi Food Expo 2026 reflects Saudi Arabia’s rapidly expanding food sector and its focus on food security, local production, and import diversification. As a result, the event attracts strong attendance from government bodies, major distributors, and large buying groups operating across the Kingdom and wider GCC region.
Alongside the exhibition, the event features a supporting programme of talks, panels, and industry briefings. These sessions explore topics such as market access, regulation, halal compliance, sustainability, and evolving consumer demand. Furthermore, they provide valuable insight for international suppliers seeking to understand regional requirements and commercial opportunities.
Networking is a core strength of Saudi Food Expo. The show floor is designed to encourage direct engagement between suppliers and buyers. This creates a highly commercial environment focused on deal-making, partnerships, and long-term market entry.
Show highlights
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Gateway to the Saudi food market
Direct access to buyers and distributors serving one of the fastest-growing food markets globally. -
Strong meat, poultry, and frozen focus
High relevance for exporters and suppliers of protein, frozen foods, and value-added products. -
International exhibitor base
Global suppliers showcasing products tailored for Middle East and halal markets. -
Retail, foodservice, and wholesale buyers
Attendance from supermarkets, hotel groups, catering operators, and importers. -
Market insight & regulation
Sessions covering halal standards, import requirements, and regional consumer trends. -
High-value B2B networking
Face-to-face meetings designed to support distribution agreements and partnerships.