Chocolate Shows Around the World

October 28 - November 1, 2026
Salon Du Chocolat Paris
Paris Porte de Versailles
www.salon-du-chocolat.com/?lang=en

One of the world's leading chocolate and pastry events brings together chocolatiers, pastry chefs, artisans and international brands for five days of tastings, demonstrations, creative showcases and chocolate experiences in Paris.

October 11, 2026 | 10 am - 6 pm
The Chocolate Expo 2026 New Hampshire
DoubleTree Expo Center, Manchester, NH
www.thechocolateexpo.com

Chocolate, food and entertainment come together with dozens of vendors offering chocolates, baked goods, speciality foods and other treats, alongside demonstrations, celebrity appearances and family activities.

October 24 - 25, 2026 | 10 am - 6 pm
The Chocolate Expo 2026 Maryland
State Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall, Timonium, MD
www.thechocolateexpo.com

Chocolate, food and entertainment come together with dozens of vendors offering chocolates, baked goods, speciality foods and other treats, alongside demonstrations, celebrity appearances and family activities.”

October 30 - November 1, 2026
Salon du Chocolat de Toulouse
MEETT, Toulouse Exhibition Center, Av. Concorde, France
www.salon-chocolat-toulouse.com

More than 40 chocolatiers and gourmet artisans gather at MEETT for three days of chocolate, pastry and speciality foods, with tastings, demonstrations and activities celebrating French chocolate craftsmanship.

November 10 - 12, 2026
Salon du Chocolat Shanghai
Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Shanghai, China
www.salonduchocolat.cn/en

One of Asia's major chocolate showcases brings together international brands, chocolatiers and industry professionals for tastings, chocolate art, demonstrations, competitions and the popular Chocolate Fashion Show.

November 14, 2026
California Chocolate Expo
Redding, California
californiachocolateexpo.com

Northern California's chocolate showcase brings together craft chocolate, artisan foods and speciality vendors for an afternoon of sampling and shopping, with locally made treats and gifts to discover.

November 15, 2026 | 10 am - 6 pm
The Chocolate Expo 2026 Rhode Island
Bally’s Twin River Lincoln Event Center, Lincoln, RI
www.thechocolateexpo.com/rhode-island-ballys

Chocolate, food and entertainment come together with vendors offering chocolates, baked goods, speciality foods and other treats, alongside demonstrations, celebrity appearances and family activities.

November 30 - December 2, 2026
Salon du Chocolat Dubai
Madinat Jumeirah Conference & Events Centre in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
www.salonduchocolatdubai.com

Chocolate, pastry, coffee and gelato come together at this major Middle Eastern showcase featuring chocolatiers, pastry chefs and international exhibitors, with tastings, demonstrations, workshops, competitions and the Chocolate Fashion Show.

December 7–9, 2026
Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Riyadh
Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
salonduchocolat-ksa.com

Chocolate, pastry, gelato and coffee take centre stage at this major Middle Eastern showcase featuring international chefs, demonstrations, masterclasses, competitions, industry talks and the Chocolate Fashion Show.

December 25–27, 2026
CHOCEX: Chocolate Expo China – Hangzhou
Hangzhou International Expo Center, Hangzhou, China
chocex.com.cn

Chocolate brands, makers and industry professionals gather for product showcases, tastings, educational activities and industry exchange, highlighting China's growing craft and premium chocolate market.

January 2027
Salon du Chocolat Tokyo
Isetan Shinjuku Store, Tokyo, Japan
www.mistore.jp/shopping/feature/foods_f3/salon_du_chocolat_f

One of Japan's premier chocolate events brings together renowned international and Japanese chocolatiers for exclusive creations, tastings and showcases celebrating contemporary chocolate craftsmanship.

January 17, 2027 | 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
The Chocolate Expo – American Dream
American Dream, East Rutherford, NJ
www.thechocolateexpo.com

Chocolate, food and entertainment come together at American Dream with dozens of vendors offering chocolates, baked goods and speciality foods, alongside demonstrations, celebrity appearances and family entertainment.

January 24, 2027
Sacramento Chocolate Show
The Citizen Hotel Ballroom, 926 J Street, Sacramento, California
www.sacchocolatesalon.com

Artisan and premium chocolatiers, confectioners and culinary makers gather for an afternoon of chocolate tasting, demonstrations and presentations celebrating Sacramento's chocolate scene.

January 31 – February 3, 2027
ISM Snacks & Sweets (TRADE ONLY)
Koelnmesse Exhibition Grounds, Cologne, Germany
www.ism-cologne.com

The world's leading trade fair for sweets and snacks brings together international brands, manufacturers, retailers and industry professionals to discover new products, flavours, technologies and market trends.

February 6 - 7, 2027 | 10 am - 6 pm
The Chocolate Expo - Boston-Wilmington
Shriners Auditorium, Wilmington, MA
www.thechocolateexpo.com

Chocolate, food and entertainment come together at Shriners Auditorium with dozens of vendors offering chocolates, baked goods and speciality foods, alongside demonstrations, celebrity appearances and family entertainment.

February 11 - 14, 2027
Cioccolentino
Piazza della Repubblica, Terni (Umbria), Italy
www.facebook.com/cioccolentino

Terni celebrates chocolate and Valentine's season with four days of artisan chocolate, show cooking, tastings, entertainment and activities throughout the historic city centre.

February 2027 | 10 am - 5 pm
GLENDALE CHOCOLATE AFFAIRE
Glendale Civic Center, 5750 W Glenn Dr, Glendale, AZ
thechocolateaffaire.com

The Chocolate Affaire is the premiere event for chocolate lovers everywhere. The event brings unique chocolate experiences to the City of Glendale for a two-day exhibition of 50+ chocolatiers, wine tastings, food demonstrations, live music, and family-friendly interactive experiences!

February 20 - 21, 2027
Salon du Chocolat – Mumbai
Jio World Convention Centre, India
salonduchocolatindia.com

India's international chocolate and pastry showcase brings together chocolatiers, pastry chefs, cacao artisans and brands for tastings, demonstrations, workshops, competitions and industry networking.

February 21 - 24, 2027
Expo Sweet 2027 (TRADE ONLY)
Expo XXI Centre Hall, Warsaw, Poland
www.exposweet.pl

Poland's largest confectionery and ice cream trade fair brings together more than 200 exhibitors with professionals from pastry, bakery, gelato and hospitality for product launches, demonstrations, competitions and industry networking.

March 13 - 14, 2027
Salon du Chocolat 2027
Center 415, 415 5th Ave, New York, NY
www.salonduchocolatnyc.com

Salon du Chocolat brings international chocolatiers, pastry chefs and chocolate brands to New York for two days of tastings, demonstrations, entertainment and chocolate experiences.

March 2027
Salon du Chocolat Lyon
Halle Tony Garnier, Lyon, France
lyon.salon-du-chocolat.com

Lyon celebrates chocolate and pastry with leading chocolatiers, pastry chefs and cacao specialists, alongside tastings, demonstrations, workshops and creative showcases.

March 6 - 7, 2027 | 10 am to 6 pm
The Chocolate Expo New Jersey
New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center, Edison, NJ
www.thechocolateexpo.com

Chocolate, food and entertainment come together with dozens of vendors offering chocolates, baked goods and speciality foods, alongside demonstrations and family entertainment.

March 13, 2027 | 11:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
California Chocolate Expo – Santa Rosa
Hall of Flowers, Sonoma County Fair & Event Center, Santa Rosa, CA
californiachocolateexpo.com

Northern California's chocolate showcase brings together craft chocolate, artisan foods and speciality vendors for an afternoon of sampling and shopping, with locally made treats and gifts to discover.

March 17–18, 2027
World Cocoa Foundation 2027 Partnership Meeting (TRADE ONLY)
Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City, Accra, Ghana
worldcocoafoundation.org

Global cocoa and chocolate industry leaders gather in Ghana to explore climate resilience, farmer livelihoods, supply security, sustainability and collaboration across the cocoa value chain.

April 2027 | 1:00 to 4:00 pm
24th Annual Chocolate to the Rescue!
Crystal Ballroom, 44 Maynard St, Middletown, CT
www.columbushouse.org/resource-center/events/23rd-annual-chocolate-rescue

The 23rd annual Chocolate to the Rescue takes place at the Crystal Ballroom in Middletown. Guests can sample exquisite chocolate creations from top local chocolatiers, vote for their favourites, and browse auction items. All proceeds benefit the Middlesex Family Shelter, supporting families with emergency shelter and services to help them transition to stable housing.

April 4, 2027 | 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
The Chocolate Expo – Long Island
Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, NY
thechocolateexpo.com

Chocolate, food and entertainment come together with dozens of vendors offering chocolates, baked goods and speciality foods, alongside demonstrations, celebrity appearances and family entertainment.

April 2027
CHOCOLATE & BAKERY EXPO (CBEX) 2026
Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, India
tradeshows.tradeindia.com/cbexindia

The Chocolate & Bakery Expo (CBEX) 2027 is India's premier trade event for the chocolate, confectionery, and bakery industries. CBEX brings together top manufacturers, suppliers, and artisans to showcase the latest innovations in ingredients, equipment, and packaging. Attendees can explore new trends, network with industry leaders, and participate in live demonstrations and tastings. Whether you're a chocolatier, baker, or distributor, CBEX 2027 offers a platform to discover business opportunities and stay ahead in the evolving confectionery and bakery market.

April 17–18, 2027 | 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
The Chocolate Expo – Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT
thechocolateexpo.com

Chocolate, food and entertainment come together with dozens of vendors offering chocolates, baked goods and speciality foods, alongside demonstrations, celebrity appearances and family entertainment.

May 2027
Le Marché du Chocolat
Hilton Union Square, Grand Ballroom, San Francisco, CA
www.lemarcheduchocolat.com

An international gathering of craft chocolate makers and master chocolatiers featuring chocolate sampling, artisan shopping, expert discussions and experiences celebrating the journey from cacao bean to finished chocolate.

May 18 – 20, 2027
Sweets & Snacks Expo Indianapolis (TRADE ONLY)
Indianapolis Convention Center, Indianapolis, Indiana
sweetsandsnacks.com

North America's major confectionery and snack trade show brings together brands, retailers, manufacturers and industry professionals to discover new products, consumer trends, innovations and business opportunities.

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July 2027
Salón del Cacao y Chocolate Internacional
Centro de Convenciones de Lima, Lima, Peru
salondelcacaoychocolate.pe

Peru's major cacao and chocolate showcase brings together producers, makers and international buyers for tastings, competitions, demonstrations, industry forums and experiences celebrating Peruvian cacao.

July 2027
CHOCEX: Chocolate Expo China – Shenzhen
Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center, Shenzhen, China
en.chocex.com.cn

Chocolate brands, bean-to-bar makers, artisan chocolatiers and cacao suppliers gather for product showcases, tastings, demonstrations and industry programming exploring China's growing chocolate market.

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