Pastry and chocolate take over Paris Expo Porte de Versailles for five days from 28 October to 1 November 2026. For professionals in food, retail and confectionery the show gathers live demonstrations, discovery areas and a dedicated BtoB Village.
Dates and venue for Salon du Chocolat FR 2026
The event runs from 28 October to 1 November 2026 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. The schedule includes five days of exhibits and one opening night.
Exhibitor profile and show areas
Exhibitors range from artisan chocolatiers and pastry chefs to confectionery companies and suppliers for retail and foodservice. Dedicated spaces include Cake Time, an international destinations pavilion and the En Résidence pop-up area. A BtoB Village is available for professional meetings and sourcing.
Highlights of the programme
The Pastry Show features live recipes and demonstrations by leading pastry chefs and master chocolatiers. The traditional chocolate fashion show evolves into a Musical Show in 2026, mixing chocolate creations with music and dance. Additional activities cover ateliers gourmands, tastings and curated discovery zones showcasing international products.
Key figures for the edition
Official figures list 96,000 participants and 240 exhibitors. The programme offers more than a hundred hours of events over five days, including an opening night.
Practical steps to organise B2B outreach
Book meetings in advance through the exhibitor area and target slots in the BtoB Village. Use Pastry Show demonstration times to observe techniques and evaluate product fit. Bring compact sample portions suitable for public tastings and product sheets that list SKUs, pricing and lead times to speed buyer decisions.
After meetings, log agreements and next steps in a standard follow-up template that includes commercial terms, sample delivery dates and regulatory requirements. For retail targeting, prepare margin and shelf plan information to support buyers in negotiation.
Final note and link to the organiser
For companies working with chocolate and pastry, Salon du Chocolat FR 2026 combines live spectacle with sourcing opportunities; align visibility and meeting schedules across the five days to make the most of both. Entry and programme details are published on the official site https://www.salon-du-chocolat.com/en/paris
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