World Food Ukraine 2026 brought together 237 exhibiting companies from 9 countries. The countries with the most exhibitors were Ukraine (220), Lithuania (3), Türkiye (3) and Poland (2). By sector, the largest group was Food & Beverage (201).
The Ukrainian food trade needs concentrated moments to refresh ranges and sourcing. WorldFood Ukraine 2026 brings producers, suppliers and retail buyers together at the International Exhibition Center to showcase product launches, packaging and retail equipment solutions.
Dates and venue for WorldFood Ukraine 2026
The event is scheduled from 27 to 29 October 2026 at the International Exhibition Center IEC, Pavilion 1. The venue is located at 15 Brovarsky Prospect in Kyiv. Visitor hours run across three days with 10.00 to 18.00 on the first two days and 10.00 to 16.00 on the final day.
Key figures and layout
Official figures indicate 400 participants, 7 000 visitors and 10 000 square metres of exhibition space. The 2026 edition is listed as the 29th international food and drink exhibition, structured to prioritise product display and face to face business meetings.
Exhibitor mix and visitor profile
Exhibitors include producers, distributors and importers of food and beverages, suppliers of commercial refrigeration and packaging manufacturers. Visitors are mainly category managers and FMCG buyers from convenience and large retail chains, alongside distributors, wholesalers and importers.
Programme highlights and thematic zones
The event programme features business lectures, seminars and round tables aimed at current challenges in retail and manufacturing. Signature zones include Novelty Alley for new product launches, Business Connect which enables free buyer registration, and parallel exhibitions Agro2Food and inSKLAD covering food processing technologies and warehouse logistics.
Practical steps to prepare B2B prospecting in Kyiv
- Map target buyers by category responsibility and focus outreach on those with purchasing authority.
- Use Business Connect to schedule meetings and secure buyer time slots ahead of the show.
- Prioritise physical samples and concise technical sheets for Novelty Alley presentations where new products are highlighted.
- Prepare packaging specifications and compliance documentation since packaging suppliers are a major exhibitor group.
- Bring concise case studies and logistics proposals to accelerate conversations with distributors and wholesalers.
Closing note and official resource
For companies in food, beverage or packaging supply chains, the show compiles market signals and meeting opportunities within a specialised environment. Check participation details and exhibitor lists on the official site http://www.worldfood.com.ua/en to arrange meetings and finalise logistics for Kyiv.
