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2025 Ice Cream Industry Fairs & Exhibitions

Like any industry, networking is vital in the ice cream and frozen dessert sector. In addition to building new business relationships, attending networking events provides valuable opportunities to learn about the latest trends and receive actionable advice.


Fortunately, this year offers numerous opportunities to connect with others in our industry, including sample-tasting! To help you decide which events to attend, we’ve compiled a list of this year’s top international industry fairs and exhibitions.


 

JANUARY

THE SPECIALITY FOOD ASSOCIATION’S WINTER FANCY FOOD SHOW

This one-of-a-kind event brings together tastemakers from retail, distribution, and food service to unveil new trends and products for the year ahead. Expect products in 40+ categories, including vegan, gluten-free, and protein-centric solutions, plus new products, ideas, and connections.

Location: Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada

Dates: January 19-21, 2025


SIGEP WORLD - ITALY


Plan on attending SIGEP WORLD, the 46th International Exhibition for the Artisan Production of Gelato Pastry, Confectionery, and Bakery! This event, especially important for those in the artisan gelato sector, features the latest in raw materials, basic products, plants, machinery, furnishings, and fittings.

Location: Rimini Expo Centre, Italy Dates: January 18-21, 2025 More Info: https://en.sigep.it/


 

FEBRUARY

 

ICE CREAM & ARTISAN FOOD SHOW - ENGLAND


Visit the only trade event catering UK’s ice cream and artisan food markets! Become one of the 3,000+ trade professionals who come to learn the latest and greatest in the industry through a comprehensive program of industry talks and national competitions.

Location: Birmingham NEC, Birmingham Dates: February 4-5, 2025 More Info: https://ice-cream.org/ice-cream-and-artisan-food-show/#!form/ExhibitorEnquiry 


GULFOOD – UNITED ARAB EMIRATES


For more than thirty years, Gulfood has been a pivotal force in global food commerce, fostering innovation, promoting cross-cultural collaboration, and shaping the future of the food industry. The event is advertised as the “world’s largest arena of food innovation & brand power,” with over 5,500 exhibitors from more than 129 countries.

Location: Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai Dates: February 17-21, 2025 More Info: https://www.gulfood.com/

 

INTERNATIONAL ICE CREAM AND POPSICLE FAIR – MEXICO


Discover upcoming trends and the most innovative products in the ice cream and cold desserts industry. Visit the Ice Cream Academy, where you’ll receive training from experts in the field. Be sure to check out the Mexican Popsicle World Cup event!

Location: Expo Guadalajara, Guadalajara Dates: February 27-March 1, 2025 More Info: www.feriadelhelado.org


 

MARCH

NATURAL PRODUCTS EXPO WEST - USA


As the leading trade show in the natural, organic, and healthy lifestyle industry, Expo West offers unique programming, countless networking opportunities, and product discovery. This year’s show is bigger and better than ever, with new show dates and hours!

Location: Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, California

Dates: March 4-7, 2025


 

APRIL

ICE CREAM & CULTURED INNOVATION CONFERENCE - USA


A must-attend for industry professionals looking for knowledge, inspiration, and connections! You'll meet ice cream and frozen dessert technology professionals through hands-on sessions, product tastings, Innovative Flavor and Product Competitions, and networking. Leave with the ability to propel your products and processes forward.

Location: Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa, Fort Lauderdale, Florida Dates: April 1-2, 2025 More Info: https://www.idfa.org/events/ice-cream-technology-conference


FOOD AND DRINK EXPO - ENGLAND

By incorporating The Restaurant Show, the Food & Drink Expo provides a 2-for-1 opportunity to discover new industry opportunities! Over 30,000 visitors and 1,500 suppliers converge during this two-day opportunistic show.

Location: National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham Dates: April 7-9, 2025 More Info: https://www.foodanddrinkexpo.co.uk/

 

ANUGA SELECT BRAZIL - BRAZIL

Previously known as ANUFOOD Brazil, Anuga Select Brazil is the largest food and beverage fair in the Americas! Last year, over 15,000 visitors attended, connecting with 500+ exhibitors and enjoying 145+ hours of content.

Location: Distrito Anhembi - SP  Dates: April 8-10, 2025 More Info: https://anuga-brazil.com.br/en/

 

EUROPEAN FROZEN FOOD SUMMIT – SPAIN

At the European Frozen Food Summit, leading Western European, Eastern European, and Eurasian retail chains and distributors will meet with international frozen food suppliers in Barcelona. Discover innovative offerings and the latest solutions from established and new brands in the frozen food category!

Location: Hotel Barceló Sants, Barcelona Dates: April 22-23, 2025 Website: https://www.wabel.com/summits/barcelona-western-european-frozen-food-summit/


AFRICA DAIRY SUMMIT – KENYA


The Africa Dairy Summit is Africa’s Leading dairy industry conference and expo. Held in Nairobi, Kenya, it offers world-class education, capacity building, and networking in the African dairy industry. Attend this pan-African conference and help shape the future of Africa’s dairy industry!

Location: Nairobi Dates: April 29-30, 2025 More Info: https://africadairysummit.com/


SIAL - CANADA

Over 20,000 professionals from 70 countries are expected to travel through SIAL Canada’s upcoming conference! Learn from an exceptional network of seasoned experts in the Central Expert Hub, participate in three contests, and attend over 20 workshops. The event’s customized Hosted Buyer Program is incredibly unique, offering exhibitors one-on-one meetings with interested Canadian, American, and international buyers. Location: Enercare Centre, Toronto Dates: April 29-May 1, 2025 More Info: https://sialcanada.com/en/


 

MAY

 

SWEETS AND SNACKS EXPO – USA


Salty, sweet, spicy, or savory: you can find it all at The Sweets & Snacks Expo this May! As the leading event for candy and snacks, this expo is the go-to destination for products and insights that deliver results in two of retail’s most lucrative categories.

Location: The Indianapolis Convention Center, Indianapolis, Indiana  Dates: May 13-15, 2025 More Info: https://sweetsandsnacks.com/


SIAL SHANGHAI - CHINA

Asia’s largest food and beverage trade fair will be held in a 200,000-square-meter exhibition space, and more than 180,000 visitors are expected. This year's event will showcase nine key sectors alongside national and regional pavilions.

Location: Shanghai New International Expo Center, Shanghai

Dates: May 19-21, 2025

  

THE 2025 WORLD OF PRIVATE LABEL INTERNATIONAL TRADE SHOW – THE NETHERLANDS


PLMA’s annual World of Private Label International Trade Show brings together the largest concentration of private label professionals. Attendees can discover new products, connect with others, and learn innovative ideas to help private label programs grow successfully.

Location: RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre, Amsterdam

Dates: May 20-21, 2025


 

JUNE

FREE FROM & SPECIALTY FOOD + WINE 2025 - AUSTRIA

Free From & Specialty Food + Wine 2025 provides new business connections among buyers from rapidly growing retail outlets and the food industry. At the conference, you can grow your business in Central Europe's thriving healthy and free-from-food market and take advantage of its immense growth!

Location: Vienna Dates: June 17-18, 2025 More Info: https://vienna.freefromfoodexpo.com/

 

THE SPECIALTY FOOD ASSOCIATION’S SUMMER FANCY FOOD SHOW - USA


Explore the entire specialty food landscape at one event! The SFA Summer Fancy Food Show in NYC is the industry's leading event for product discovery. It features a curated selection of high-quality artisan products across over 40 categories and provides valuable insights into emerging consumer needs, preferences, and values.

Location: Javits Center, New York City

Dates: June 29-July 1, 2025

 

JULY

AFMASS FOOD MANUFACTURING EXPO KENYA & EASTERN AFRICA EDITION – KENYA


The 9th edition of the AFMASS Food Manufacturing Expo helps you discover a world of taste, innovation, and new technologies in Eastern Africa! As the region's leading food and beverage manufacturing trade show, connect with global, regional, and local suppliers, food manufacturers, retailers, and stakeholders in food and agriculture.

Location: Sarit Expo Centre, Nairobi Dates: July 2-4, 2025 More Info: https://www.afmass.com/


 

AUGUST

NEWTOPIA NOW - USA


Newtopia Now helps pave the way for the future of purpose-driven CPG. Join leading buyers, retailers, CPG brands, service providers, and industry leaders to drive the conscious retail revolution.

Location: Colorado Convention Center, Denver, Colorado

Dates: August 20-22, 2025 More Info: https://www.newtopianow.com/en/home.html


ANUGA SELECT INDIA - INDIA


Anuga Select India 2025 is an exceptional platform for connecting with buyers and sellers in agri and F&B business sectors. Event highlights include an Innovative Trends Zone showcasing the latest industry trends, a Culinary Corner featuring renowned chefs, and B2B Matchmaking Programs that facilitate productive meetings. Location: Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai Dates: August 20-22, 2025 More Info: https://anuga-india.com/


 

SEPTEMBER

SIAL SHENZHEN - CHINA


This comprehensive food and beverage trade fair for South China encompasses 60,000 square meters and attracts 1,500+ exhibitors from 50 countries! There will be Highlight Villages, including Chinese Food & Beverage Village, International Food & Beverage Village, International Meat Village, and Pulses and Grains, as well as various events and activities, including SIAL Innovation, Snacking Awards, Chic & Tea Contest, and the SIAL CUP Barista Challenge.

Location: Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center, Shenzhen Dates: September 1-3, 2025 More Info: https://www.sialchina.com/


FINE FOOD AUSTRALIA - AUSTRALIA


Fine Food Australia is celebrating 40 years of food connections at this year's event! Thousands of visitors, exhibitors, numerous brands, and food industry leaders attend, setting themselves up for success for years.

Location: International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Sydney

Dates: September 8-11, 2025


AMERICAS FOOD & BEVERAGE SHOW & CONFERENCE - USA


AF&B promises to be so much more than a trade show! Throughout its 360,000 square feet of exhibit space and extensive food and beverage demo stage, the show helps redefine the culinary landscape. Buyers from almost 100 countries go to the annual event alongside 10,000 attendees.

Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, Florida  Dates: September 10-12, 2025 More Info: https://www.americasfoodandbeverage.com/


GOURMET SELECTION – FRANCE


This two-day event offers numerous conferences, workshops, and fine food tastings. As “the professional meeting place for fine foods and good taste,” the show typically welcomes 4,300 professionals and 300+ exhibitors.

Location: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles  Dates: September 21-22, 2025 More Info: https://www.salon-gourmet-selection.com/


FREE FROM & FINE FOOD DUBAI – UNITED ARAB EMIRATES


The Free From & Fine Food event is “your gateway to exponential growth in the Middle East’s rapidly expanding market!” Create impactful connections with the industry’s best distributors, wholesalers, and decision-makers, access exclusive sessions led by experts, and partake in a custom-tailored matchmaking program with guaranteed 1-1 introductions.

Location: Le Meridien, Dubai Dates: September 24-25, 2025 More Info: https://dubai.freefromfoodexpo.com/


ICE CREAM CHINA 2025 – CHINA


Check out new products and technologies in the ice cream industry during this three-day exhibition, which will take place in an area of over 40,000 square meters! More than 450 domestic and international companies and 1,000 professionals from over 50 countries will attend new product releases, professional seminars, and networking events.

Location: Meijiang Convention & Exhibition Center, Tianjin Dates: September 24-26, 2025 More Info: http://en.icecreamchinashow.com/nav/1.html


 

OCTOBER

ANUGA - GERMANY


Easily explore 10 trade shows under one roof and 7,900 exhibitors from 118 countries. Enjoy a newly designed hall structure and format that fosters better networking opportunities and a clearer view of global trends this year.


Location: Cologne

Dates: October 4-8, 2025


INDIAN ICE CREAM EXPO 2025 – INDIA


At the 13th edition of the Indian Ice Cream Expo, become part of the most “exclusive ice cream extravaganza in South Asia”! Connect with stakeholders across the region – and beyond – while experiencing a larger and more impressive event than past years.


Location: Yashobhoomi India International Convention & Expo Center, Sector 25, Dwarka, New Delhi

Dates: October 6-8, 2025


THE NATIONAL FROZEN & REFRIGERATED FOODS ASSOCIATION CONVENTION - USA


Prepare to meet with the entire industry in one place – retailers, manufacturers, sales agents, logistics providers, and suppliers! Unlike typical networking events, the NRFA Convention will center around 1-1 business meetings with companies of your choice. In addition, there will be breakfast speakers, luncheons, and receptions.


Location: World Center Marriott, Orlando, Florida

Dates: October 18-21, 2025


 

NOVEMBER

TICA 55th ANNUAL CONVENTION - USA


The Ice Cream Association’s must-attend industry event offers members the ultimate opportunity to connect, build, and expand their businesses! The exhibit hall features the latest products and services, dynamic speakers deliver engaging and relevant educational sessions, and attendees can enjoy exceptional networking and social events.


Location: The Wigwam Resort, Phoenix, Arizona

Dates: November 3-5, 2025


CONECON (PRESENTED BY NORTH AMERICAN ICE CREAM ASSOCIATION) – UNITED STATES


Attend the largest ice cream and frozen dessert trade event in the United States! Besides traditional networking opportunities, you can participate in Flavor of the Year (Dairy and Non-Dairy) contests and attend an Ice Cream Clinic, where Association members can test their products for quality.


Location: Palm Beach Convention Center, West Palm Beach, Florida

Dates: November 8-11, 2025

 

Conclusion: Building Valuable Connections for Future Success


Building a loyal customer base requires a deep understanding of consumer preferences, innovative product offerings, and exceptional service. In a competitive landscape where trends and tastes constantly evolve, networking can help attract new customers and foster long-term success.


At Innodelice, we bring together a global network of trusted partners, including manufacturers, brands, distributors, and suppliers, all dedicated to helping you expand and elevate your ice cream business. Whether you're seeking innovative ingredients, cutting-edge equipment, creative packaging solutions, or market insights, our collaborative network provides the resources and expertise you need to thrive in the competitive frozen dessert industry.


We can connect you with the right partners to realize your vision and achieve sustainable growth! Connect with us to get started.

 

ABOUT INNODELICE

Founded by former executives in the ice cream industry, INNODELICE aims to create a worldwide ecosystem of solutions within the frozen dessert industry. Thanks to the relationships fostered by INNODELICE, manufacturers, brands, importers, distributors, and suppliers can discover, buy, and sell solutions to grow their businesses. These solutions include co-manufactured and branded products and innovative and competitive ingredients, packaging, and services. Our collaboration model generates lower costs and fewer risks for our participating partners while optimizing their time to market. To learn more about INNODELICE, contact Andrea Montreuil or visit www.innodelice.com.


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