Sustainability and origin traceability are central issues for chocolate buyers in 2027. Chocoa Trade Show - Amsterdam 2027 takes place from 15 to 21 February in Amsterdam and brings together producers, chocolatiers and buyers focused on responsible sourcing and product innovation.
Practical information for Chocoa Trade Show Amsterdam 2027
The event is hosted at Beurs van Berlage located at Damrak 243, 1012 ZJ Amsterdam. Official dates run from 15 to 21 February 2027. The event website provides details on tickets, booth options and a networking app to schedule meetings during the festival.
Key figures for the festival
The event lists 8,000 attendees and around 100 exhibitors in the public festival. The programme includes more than 45 tasting sessions that serve as direct engagement points between brands and specialized visitors.
Sectors and exhibitor profile
Exhibitors represent the food and beverage sector with a clear sustainability focus. Typical participants include artisan chocolatiers, cacao producers using direct trade models, cooperatives and companies offering traceability and certification solutions.
Programme highlights
The programme features guided tastings and entertainment within Beurs van Berlage. Tastings exceed 45 sessions and provide short, focused formats to assess origin, processing and new product references. The exhibitors area allows for appointment-based B2B meetings at individual stands.
Commercial prospecting and preparation tips
- Filter exhibitors by product type and supply model and shortlist those that report sustainability credentials.
- Use the networking app to book meetings in advance rather than relying on chance encounters.
- Attend targeted tastings to raise technical questions about origin and processing that are harder to address at a stand.
- Carry concise technical sheets and compact samples so procurement can quickly appraise price, yield and logistics needs.
- Set three measurable goals for each visit, for example identify an alternate supplier, evaluate a new coating or secure a trial order.
Closing note
If your activity touches the cacao supply chain, prioritise tasting sessions and the exhibitor list at Beurs van Berlage to compare sustainable sourcing options. Visit the official site at http://www.chocoa.nl to check the programme and secure meetings before the show.
