Events - London Coffee Festival 2026
Get ready for caffeine fuelled fun at The London Coffee Festival, the ultimate hotspot for coffee enthusiasts and hospitality aficionados.
services.unitedbaristas.comHere are the latest publicly available details about the London Coffee Festival 2026.
Core answer
- The London Coffee Festival 2026 took place from May 14–17, 2026 at The Truman Brewery on Brick Lane, London. Public days were 16–17 May with industry days on 14–15 May; the event featured hundreds of exhibitors, live demonstrations, and the Coffee Masters final on Sunday.[1][3][5]
Key details
- Dates and venue: 14–17 May 2026 at The Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London E1 (entrance at F Block G1; alternative entrance at 15 Hanbury Street).[2][1]
- Audience and programming: 275 coffee and food brands, a Roasters Village, Latte Art Live, Demo Bar, Drip District, and hands-on cupping sessions and workshops as part of expanded experiential areas.[3][1]
- Industry vs public days: Industry Days on 14–15 May; Public Days on 16–17 May; Coffee Masters final occurred on the closing day (17 May).[5][1][3]
- Attendance and scale: 2025 edition attracted over 22,000 visitors and around 260 exhibitors; 2026 edition aimed to surpass those figures (reported in previews).[4][1][5]
- Organisers and context: Festival run by William Reed as of 2024, continuing the long-running London Coffee Festival brand; multiple outlets highlight that it remains a key industry event for hospitality professionals and coffee enthusiasts.[1][3][4][5]
What to expect if you’re planning a visit (recap)
- If you’re attending as a member of the public, you’ll be able to explore all 275 exhibitors, watch live demonstrations, and participate in specialty sessions across multiple zones, including the Drip District for pour-over coffee.[3][1]
- If you’re in the industry, the Thursday–Friday sessions focused on trade with additional networking and seminars, followed by full public access on weekend days.[5]
- Location details and entry options remained straightforward, with the main entrance at The Truman Brewery and an alternative entry point available at the Old Truman site for convenience.[1]
Illustrative note
- The festival is widely described as a flagship event for London’s specialty coffee scene, often drawing large crowds, with the Coffee Masters competition serving as a highlight on the final day.[3][5]
Citations
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