Gulfood 2027 (15 to 19 March): Dates, Venues and a Plan for Food and Beverage Brands
Short answer
Gulfood 2027 runs from 15 to 19 March 2027, from 9am to 5pm daily, across two venues: Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai. It is one of the world's largest food and beverage trade shows. The 2027 dates fall just after Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, which are expected in February and early March, so preparation and meeting bookings should be done before Ramadan.
Key takeaways
- ✓Two venues: check which halls your targets are in and plan travel between them.
- ✓Gulfood 2027 starts about a week after the expected Eid al-Fitr.
- ✓Book meetings before Ramadan begins (around 8 February).
- ✓Bring product specs, certificates and pricing for GCC markets.
Key facts
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Dates | 15 to 19 March 2027 |
| Hours | 9am to 5pm daily |
| Venues | Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai |
| Focus | Food and beverage producers, importers, distributors, retailers and food service |
Plan around Ramadan
With Ramadan expected to begin around 8 February and Eid al-Fitr around 9 or 10 March 2027, many buyers will be slower to respond during Ramadan. Do your outreach and meeting bookings in December and January. See our Ramadan 2027 marketing calendar.
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- Use the two-venue layout in your invitations: tell buyers exactly where to find you.
- Run pre-show campaigns to buyers by role and company on LinkedIn.
- Prepare sampling and tasting logistics carefully, including food safety.
- Follow up within 48 hours with pricing and next steps.
For buyers and new brands
- List the categories and countries you are sourcing from.
- Bring your specification and target pricing.
- Ask about GCC registration, Arabic labelling and shelf life.
- Packaging made in China? See custom packaging for D2C brands.
Husbar supports F&B brands with exhibition marketing, launches and lead follow-up. See also restaurant marketing in Dubai or plan your event with Husbar.
When is Gulfood 2027?+
15 to 19 March 2027, from 9am to 5pm daily.
Where is Gulfood 2027 held?+
Across Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai.
Is Gulfood 2027 after Ramadan?+
Yes. Ramadan 2027 is expected around 8 February to early March, with Eid al-Fitr expected around 9 or 10 March.
Can Husbar help us exhibit at Gulfood?+
Yes. We plan pre-show marketing, stand experience and lead follow-up.
Sources
- Austrade: Gulfood 2027 (15 to 19 March 2027, Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Exhibition Centre).
- Gulfood official website, gulfood.com.
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