Gastro Rostock 2026 has 103 exhibiting companies from 9 countries. The countries with the most exhibitors are Germany (60), Austria (3), Italy (3) and Denmark (2). By sector, the largest group is Food & Beverage (39).
Two days in November bring a professional focus on hospitality to Rostock; the confirmed dates are 16 and 17 November 2026. Gastro Rostock 2026 takes place at HanseMesse Rostock and is aimed at professionals in food and beverage for the hospitality sector.
Dates and venue for Gastro Rostock 2026
The fair runs on 16 and 17 November 2026 at HanseMesse Rostock. Pre-sale ticket office hours are 08:00 to 18:00 Monday to Friday and remain open during event days. For tickets and enquiries contact +49 381 44 00 444 or tickets@inrostock.de and willkommen@inrostock.de. Ticket purchase includes 30 minutes of free parking.
Who attends Gastro Rostock 2026
The event targets the hospitality supply chain: food producers, beverage suppliers and professional kitchen equipment manufacturers. Communications position the fair for operators and managers in gastronomy and hotel businesses, with emphasis on market-ready products and services.
Preparing B2B prospecting at Gastro Rostock 2026
- Define target segments by outlet type
- Rank prospects by their business model: restaurants, hotels, caterers, and distributors. Focus outreach on fits with product functionality and order volume.
- Technical messaging and short demos
- Bring concise technical sheets and demo formats that highlight operational savings and lifecycle costs. Hospitality buyers prioritize durability and total cost.
- Book short meetings
- Secure 15 to 20 minute slots via pre-event emails. If no official scheduling tool is available, map priority stands for quick in-person meetings.
- Logistics and collateral
- Prepare samples and technical documentation in German and English. Coordinate inbound deliveries to HanseMesse Rostock to avoid delays.
Tickets access and practical contacts
Tickets are handled through inRostock’s pre-sale office. Opening hours are 08:00 to 18:00 Monday to Friday and the office also opens on event days. Phone contact is +49 381 44 00 444 and emails are tickets@inrostock.de and willkommen@inrostock.de. Use the 30 minutes free parking included with ticket purchase to streamline load-in operations.
Final note for commercial teams
Gastro Rostock 2026 gathers suppliers and buyers with a professional focus on food and kitchen equipment. Sales teams should prioritize clear demonstrations of operational savings and straightforward financial proposals to shorten decision cycles. Check dates and ticket conditions on the official site http://www.inrostock.de/messen/gastro and adapt your field plan to the two days on 16 and 17 November 2026.
