Italian Exhibition Group Announces New Dates for SIGEP WORLD 2026 to Avoid Overlaps and Maximize Business Potential.

Italian Exhibition Group has announced new dates for SIGEP WORLD 2026, a major international event for gelato, pastry, bakery, coffee, and pizza. The exhibition will now take place from January 16 to January 20, 2026, at the Rimini Expo Centre. This revised schedule aims to avoid overlaps with other major trade shows and ensure a smoother trade fair calendar. SIGEP WORLD 2026 will feature a comprehensive showcase of products, equipment, technology, and design & packaging, as well as conferences, competitions, and live demonstrations. It promises to be a must-attend platform for professionals shaping the future of the foodservice sector.

The Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) has announced new dates for SIGEP WORLD 2026, the highly anticipated international trade show dedicated to gelato, pastry, bakery, coffee, and pizza (1). The event will now take place from January 16 to January 20, 2026, at the Rimini Expo Centre. This revision in schedule aims to avoid overlaps with other major trade shows and ensure a more streamlined trade fair calendar.

SIGEP WORLD has been a significant source of inspiration for the global foodservice community, bringing together professionals from various sectors, including gelato, pastry, chocolates, coffee, bakery, and pizza (1). The event is renowned for its comprehensive showcase of products, equipment, technology, and design & packaging, as well as conferences, competitions, and live demonstrations.

One of the most highly anticipated aspects of SIGEP WORLD 2026 is the SIGEP Vision Talk, which will provide insights into global trends and future scenarios shaping the gelato and foodservice industries (1). This talk will delve into the impact of emerging technologies, the evolution of consumer preferences, and strategies for building sustainable and future-oriented brands in the foodservice sector.

The event will also feature new pavilions, a renewed layout with a special focus on the world of pizza, and a new Vision dedicated to innovation (1). Additionally, attendees can expect onsite projects and industry trends, as well as the expansion of the exhibition centre to provide more square metres dedicated to bakery and pizza.

SIGEP WORLD 2026 is not only an excellent platform for professionals to discover the latest trends and innovations in the foodservice sector but also an opportunity to network and build connections with industry peers from around the world. With its new date and exciting updates, SIGEP WORLD 2026 is sure to be a must-attend event for anyone looking to shape the future of the foodservice sector.

References:
[1] Italian Exhibition Group. (2025). SIGEP WORLD 2025. Retrieved from https://en.sigep.it/en