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Top 7 Coffee Shops Conferences in May 2026

May 2026 has a strong lineup for coffee shop operators, with seven conferences spread across North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia.

Ranked list

7 conferences
  1. 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.

    Northeast Coffee Festival

    May 15–16, 2026Concord, NH5k–10k attendees$ ticket

    Our take

    Considering 5k–10k registered participants, Northeast Coffee 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 using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. For teams targeting the Coffee Shops space, this gathering merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.

  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.

    NRA Show

    May 16–19, 2026Chicago, IL10k+ attendees$$ ticket

    Our take

    With 10k+ industry professionals on the floor, NRA 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.

    World of Coffee Bangkok

    May 7–9, 2026Bangkok, TH5k–10k attendees$ ticket

    Our take

    With 5k–10k industry professionals on the floor, World of Coffee Bangkok 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 informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Coffee Shops category, this gathering is worth a serious look.

  4. 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

    Considering 2k–5k registered participants, Cafe Collectif Montreal stands as a Silver-rated gathering for the Coffee Shops vertical. Registration at $ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, leading Orbital to rate it as a Silver event reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Sales teams working the Coffee Shops industry, this show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.

  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.

    London Coffee Festival

    May 14–17, 2026London, GB10k+ attendees$ ticket

    Our take

    Considering 10k+ registered participants, London Coffee Festival stands as a Silver-rated gathering for the Coffee Shops vertical. Registration at $ signals a serious operator audience, leading Orbital to rate it as a Silver event based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. If you're selling into the Coffee Shops vertical, the show deserves a line item in your event budget.

  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.

    World Cup Tasters Championship

    May 7–9, 2026Bangkok, TH<500 attendees$ ticket

    Our take

    Considering <500 registered participants, World Cup Tasters Championship stands as a Silver-rated gathering for the Coffee Shops vertical. Registration at $ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, leading Orbital to rate it as a Silver event reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Sales teams working the Coffee Shops industry, this show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.

  7. 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.

    World of Coffee Bangkok 2026

    May 7–9, 2026Bangkok, TH10k+ attendees$ ticket

    Our take

    Based on 10k+ annual attendees, World of Coffee Bangkok 2026 ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Coffee Shops sector. Entry at $ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, which is why Orbital rates it at Silver informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. Exhibitors focused on the Coffee Shops vertical, the show is worth a serious look.

Quick reference

All 7 conferences at a glance

ConferenceTier
Northeast 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.
NRA 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.
World of Coffee BangkokGoldOrbital’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.
London Coffee FestivalSilverOrbital’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 Cup Tasters 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 Bangkok 2026SilverOrbital’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 2026?

This guide covers 7 Coffee Shops conferences for 2026. Scroll up to see dates, locations, and details for each event.

When is the biggest Coffee Shops event?

Northeast Coffee Festival is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 5k–10k attendees. It takes place May 15–16, 2026. Location: Concord, NH.

What's the cheapest Coffee Shops conference to attend?

World of Coffee Bangkok 2026 has the lowest ticket price on this list ($). It's held in Bangkok, TH. Expected attendance: approximately 10k+.

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