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Top 7 Coffee Shops Conferences in California 2026

California hosts 7 Coffee Shops conferences in 2026 — the 1st most of any state.

Ranked list

7 conferences
  1. PlatinumOrbital’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.

    Coffee Fest Los Angeles

    Aug 21–22, 2026Los Angeles, CA2k–5k attendees$$ ticket

    Our take

    Given its 2k–5k expected attendees, Coffee Fest Los Angeles has cemented its place as a marquee event in the Coffee Shops industry. Attendance pricing of $$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and the Orbital team rates it in the top tier reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Coffee Shops market, the show should be on your shortlist.

  2. 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.

    California Restaurant Show

    Aug 23–25, 2026Anaheim, CA5k–10k attendees$$ ticket

    Our take

    With 5k–10k industry professionals on the floor, California Restaurant Show sits firmly as a strong-performing show across the Coffee Shops space. Ticket pricing at $$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and our team places it among Gold events based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. Sales teams working the Coffee Shops vertical, this show deserves a line item in your event budget.

  3. 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.

    Canada Bubble Tea Festival

    Aug 1–1, 2026Vancouver, CA10k+ attendees$ ticket

    Our take

    Considering 10k+ registered participants, Canada Bubble Tea Festival stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Coffee Shops vertical. Registration at $ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, 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 Coffee Shops market, this conference merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.

  4. 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.

    San Francisco Coffee Festival

    Nov 7–8, 2026San Francisco, CA10k+ attendees$ ticket

    Our take

    Considering 10k+ registered participants, San Francisco Coffee Festival stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Coffee Shops vertical. Registration at $ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, leading Orbital to rate it as a Gold event informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. Exhibitors focused on the Coffee Shops category, this event should be on your shortlist.

  5. 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.

    Cafe Collectif Montreal

    May 31–Jun 1, 2026Montreal, CA2k–5k attendees$ ticket

    Our take

    Given its 2k–5k expected attendees, Cafe Collectif Montreal has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Coffee Shops industry. Attendance pricing of $ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, 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 Coffee Shops vertical, this show is worth a serious look.

  6. 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.

    Canadian Barista Championship

    Jun 12–14, 2026Calgary, CA<500 attendees$$ ticket

    Our take

    With <500 industry professionals on the floor, Canadian Barista Championship sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Coffee Shops space. Ticket pricing at $$ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, and our team places it among Silver events informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Coffee Shops category, this gathering should be on your shortlist.

  7. PlatinumOrbital’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.

    World of Coffee San Diego

    Apr 10–12, 2026San Diego, CA10k+ attendees$$ ticket

    Our take

    Based on 10k+ annual attendees, World of Coffee San Diego ranks solidly as a flagship conference within the Coffee Shops sector. Entry at $$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, which is why Orbital rates it at Platinum using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. For teams targeting the Coffee Shops industry, this show merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.

Quick reference

All 7 conferences at a glance

ConferenceTier
Coffee Fest Los AngelesPlatinumOrbital’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.
California Restaurant ShowGoldOrbital’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.
Canada Bubble Tea FestivalGoldOrbital’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.
San Francisco Coffee FestivalGoldOrbital’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.
Cafe Collectif MontrealSilverOrbital’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.
Canadian Barista ChampionshipSilverOrbital’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.
World of Coffee San DiegoPlatinumOrbital’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 Coffee Shops conferences are happening in California?

There are 7 Coffee Shops conferences listed for California in this guide. Browse the full list above to compare dates, locations, and expected attendance.

When is the biggest Coffee Shops event in California?

Coffee Fest Los Angeles is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 2k–5k attendees. It takes place Aug 21–22, 2026. Location: Los Angeles, CA.

What's the cheapest Coffee Shops conference to attend?

Cafe Collectif Montreal has the lowest ticket price on this list ($). It's held in Montreal, CA. Expected attendance: approximately 2k–5k.

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