Summer hosts 19 Restaurant conferences in 2026 — the 4th most of any season.
New York leads with 4, followed by Georgia (3) and California (3).
Ranked list
10 conferences
1
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With 5k–10k industry professionals on the floor, India HoReCa Expo sits firmly as a strong-performing show across the Restaurant space. Ticket pricing at $ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and our team places it among Gold events reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Restaurant industry, this event belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
2
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Jun 28–30, 2026·New York, NY·10k+ attendees·$ ticket
Our take
Considering 10k+ registered participants, Summer Fancy Food Show stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Restaurant vertical. Registration at $ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, leading Orbital to rate it as a Gold event drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. Operators building pipeline in the Restaurant market, this conference deserves a line item in your event budget.
3
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Given its 5k–10k expected attendees, Texas Restaurant Show has cemented its place as a well-regarded event in the Restaurant industry. Attendance pricing of $ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, and the Orbital team rates it in the second tier drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. If you're selling into the Restaurant category, this gathering deserves a line item in your event budget.
4
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Considering 2k–5k registered participants, The Foodservice Conference (Monterey) stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Restaurant vertical. If you're selling into the Restaurant market, this show deserves a line item in your event budget.
5
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Aug 20–22, 2026·Atlanta, GA·500–1k attendees·$$$ ticket
Our take
Given its 500–1k expected attendees, Association for Healthcare Foodservice National Conference has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Restaurant industry. Attendance pricing of $$$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and the Orbital team rates it in the mid tier drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. If you're selling into the Restaurant category, this gathering merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
6
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With <500 industry professionals on the floor, BITAC Purchasing & Design Summer sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Restaurant space. Ticket pricing at $$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and our team places it among Silver events based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. Sales teams working the Restaurant vertical, this show deserves a line item in your event budget.
7
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Jun 1–2, 2026·New York, NY·2k–5k attendees·$$$$ ticket
Our take
Based on 2k–5k annual attendees, IHIF Americas ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Restaurant sector. Entry at $$$$ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, which is why Orbital rates it at Silver informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. Exhibitors focused on the Restaurant vertical, the show should be on your shortlist.
8
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Based on 500–1k annual attendees, NACUFS National Conference ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Restaurant sector. Entry at $$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, which is why Orbital rates it at Silver drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. Operators building pipeline in the Restaurant category, this event deserves a line item in your event budget.
9
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Aug 13–13, 2026·Denver, CO·5k–10k attendees·$ ticket
Our take
Given its 5k–10k expected attendees, Shamrock Foods Expo has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Restaurant industry. Attendance pricing of $ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, and the Orbital team rates it in the mid tier informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Restaurant vertical, this show should be on your shortlist.
10
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Jun 28–Jul 2, 2026·Grand Rapids, MI·1k–2k attendees·$$$ ticket
Our take
Given its 1k–2k expected attendees, ACF National Convention has cemented its place as a niche event in the Restaurant industry. Attendance pricing of $$$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and the Orbital team rates it in the specialist tier drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. If you're selling into the Restaurant category, this gathering merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Frequently asked questions
How many Restaurant conferences are happening in 2026?
This guide covers 10 Restaurant conferences for 2026. Scroll up to see dates, locations, and details for each event.
When is the biggest Restaurant event?
India HoReCa Expo is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 5k–10k attendees. It takes place Jul 1–3, 2026. Location: Bengaluru, IN.
What's the cheapest Restaurant conference to attend?
Shamrock Foods Expo has the lowest ticket price on this list ($). It's held in Denver, CO. Expected attendance: approximately 5k–10k.
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