Food Week Korea 2026 runs from Wednesday, November 4, to Saturday, November 7, 2026 at COEX Hall A, B, C and The Platz in Seoul. Now in its 21st edition since launching in 2006, it is Korea’s largest international food exhibition (B2B2C), bringing together food and beverage products, HORECA solutions, and food-tech innovation under one roof.
Event at a Glance
| Event | Food Week Korea 2026 (21st Seoul Int’l Food Industry Exhibition) |
| Dates | November 4 (Wed) – November 7 (Sat), 2026 (4 days) |
| Hours | 10:00–18:00 (Wed–Fri) / 10:00–17:00 (Sat) Last entry 1 hour before closing |
| Venue | COEX Hall A, B, C & The Platz, conference rooms 513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06164 |
| Visitor type | B2B2C — trade professionals and general public |
| Expected scale | 1,000 exhibitors, 1,800 booths, 60,000 visitors from 30 countries (2026 target) |
| Official website | www.foodweek.co.kr |
About Food Week Korea
Food Week Korea is the largest food exhibition in Seoul. Since its first edition in 2006, it has grown into Asia’s leading international food industry platform. The 2025 edition drew 950 companies from 21 countries across 1,532 booths, attracting 55,711 visitors.
The 2026 show — the 21st edition — is organised across three broad zones:
- Food & Beverage: Processed food, convenience meals, fresh produce, international food, seasonings and sauces, desserts and bakery, snacks, beverages, wine and liquor, vegan and alternative foods, functional foods
- HORECA Solution: Commercial kitchen equipment, kitchen tools and utensils, tableware, bulk food ingredients, table-service solutions
- Food Technology & AI: Food manufacturing and processing equipment, packaging equipment, smart kitchen appliances, smart food factories, logistics and distribution, smart farming, green-bio food
Important — Confirm Opening Hours
The official visitor guide page lists the hours above in its header text. However, the detailed schedule table further down the same page currently shows October 29–November 1 dates that do not match. The page contains conflicting date information. Confirm current opening hours with the organiser before travelling.
Dates, Venue and Admission
Food Week Korea 2026 takes place over four days: November 4 (Wednesday) through November 7 (Saturday). Opening hours are 10:00 to 18:00 on Wednesday to Friday, and 10:00 to 17:00 on the final Saturday. Last entry is one hour before closing each day.
The exhibition occupies four halls at COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul:
| Hall A | Domestic & International Global food pavilion — processed and fresh food, international products, sauces and seasonings |
| Hall B | Fancy Food & Trends Premium brands, desserts and bakery, wine and liquor, gourmet and specialty food |
| Hall C | Next K-Food & Smart Solutions Smart kitchens, commercial kitchen equipment, food manufacturing and packaging, smart farming |
| The Platz | Export & Trade (BKF+) One-on-one business matching between Korean food exporters and overseas buyers |
Admission and Registration
Overseas visitors: Free admission with online pre-registration and secretariat approval. You will receive a QR code by email 2–3 days before the event. If you miss pre-registration, you can register on-site for free by presenting a valid ID that confirms your status as a foreign visitor at the registration desk (COEX Hall A, 1F).
Korean visitors: The official visitor guide states that free admission is available only for overseas visitors. The general local admission fee has not been published as of the latest update.
F&B industry buyers: Free buyer pre-registration is open until 5 PM on November 3, 2026. A business card attachment is required during registration.
- Food Week Korea does not issue invitation letters for visa purposes.
- The admission pass is valid for all 4 days, but on-site re-registration is required each day.
General visitor pre-registration is listed as 「Coming Soon」 on the official site. Check the official website for the latest registration information.
Exhibition Areas and Programme
The organiser has not yet published the detailed programme, conference schedule, or exhibitor list for the 2026 edition. The 「Concurrent Programs」 and 「Exhibitor Line-up」 sections on the official website are currently marked 「Coming Soon」.
Check the official website for the latest programme and exhibitor information before your visit.
Getting to COEX
The venue is COEX (513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06164). Detailed transport information — including subway, bus, and parking — has not yet been verified for this guide. Refer to the COEX official website for directions and parking information. For a broader visitor guide to COEX covering accommodation, transport, and sightseeing, see our COEX Seoul Visitor Guide.
Independent Visitor Notes
The following is independent editorial advice from K-Expos and is not official event information.
- Non-attendance: K-Expos has not attended Food Week Korea 2026. All information in this guide is drawn from the official event website (foodweek.co.kr) and the COEX event page (coexcenter.com).
- Conflicting opening hours: The official visitor guide page contains inconsistent date information. Confirm current hours with the organiser before travelling.
- Admission fees: Free admission for overseas visitors is confirmed. The local general-admission fee has not been published by the organiser.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When is the event and what are the hours?
A. November 4 (Wed) to November 7 (Sat), 2026. Hours are 10:00–18:00 Wednesday to Friday, and 10:00–17:00 on Saturday. Note that the visitor guide page shows conflicting date information — confirm current hours with the organiser before travelling.
Q. How much do tickets cost?
A. Overseas visitors can enter free of charge with online pre-registration or on-site registration showing foreign ID. Korean visitor admission fees have not been published. F&B industry buyers can register free of charge until November 3, 2026.
Q. Where can I find the exhibitor list and programme?
A. The 2026 exhibitor list and detailed programme have not been published yet. Check the official website for updates.
Q. Can I get an invitation letter for a visa?
A. No. Food Week Korea does not issue invitation letters for visa purposes.
Q. Where is the venue and how do I get there?
A. COEX Hall A, B, C and The Platz, 513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. Refer to the COEX official website for directions and our COEX Seoul Visitor Guide for broader travel information.
Q. Is parking available?
A. COEX has on-site parking, but the organiser’s visitor parking policy was not confirmed at the time of writing. Check the COEX parking page for details.
Sources and Update Policy
- Food Week Korea — Official Website (English)
- Food Week Korea 2026 — COEX Event Page
- COEX Seoul Visitor Guide — K-Expos
Last verified: 24 July 2026. Event schedules, admission policies, exhibitor line-ups, and programmes may change. Confirm current details with the organiser before travelling.
K-Expos is operated by K-Expos Lab, a Melbourne-based exhibition columnist covering Korean trade shows and consumer exhibitions for international visitors. This guide is drawn from official sources; the author has not attended this event in person.
Information Verification: Event details, venue assignments, ticket prices, and admission policies were verified against official sources as of 2026-07-30. Exhibitions may change schedules or details after publication. K-Expos recommends confirming directly with each event organizer before making travel arrangements.