Food & Hospitality Vietnam 2026, a trade exhibition for the food and hospitality industries, was held at SECC in Ho Chi Minh City from March 24–26, 2026. The original article described the event in the present tense as of its opening, but the event has since concluded. It took place on a scale of approximately 400 exhibitor booths, 36 countries and regions, and around 17,000 industry visitors, and was held concurrently with HOTELEX Vietnam.
A B2B Trade Show, Not a Public Food Festival
The venue is a business-to-business setting for companies dealing in food ingredients, beverages, kitchen equipment, hotel supplies, and professional services. While tastings and competitions are part of the event, it is a different experience from a festival where visitors can casually sample food. Visitor registration, industry verification, and appointment booking may be required, so it is not necessarily an event travelers can simply drop into.
Key Programs Held in 2026
The official schedule included the Vietnam Culinary Challenge, pizza and BBQ competitions, the Vietnam Barista Competition, seminars, and a business matching program. "Aroma Star Championship," which appeared in the original article, could not be confirmed in the official schedule and has been removed. Figures for the number of exhibiting countries, visitors, and booths should also be read carefully to avoid conflating different categories.
Item: Details
Dates: March 24–26, 2026 (concluded)
Venue: SECC, 799 Nguyễn Văn Linh
Scale: Approx. 400 booths, 36 countries and regions
Visitors: Approx. 17,000 industry professionals
Target: primarily businesses in food, dining, and hospitality
For Japanese Businesses Considering Participation
Narrowing your objective to market research, sourcing imports, or comparing equipment—and preparing company materials in English or Vietnamese, business cards, and a clear list of requirements—will make meetings more productive. For food products, you will need to verify not just price but also export certification, minimum order quantities, temperature management, and ingredient labeling. A busy trade show does not in itself guarantee the quality of individual suppliers.
If you are using this article for current planning
Proper nouns, prices, and opening hours are subject to change. I would check the publication date and the period covered in the article, then cross-reference with official information from the operator or relevant authority just before visiting. For reviews, I read the posting date and specific conditions of use rather than the overall score. Having one nearby alternative ready means that if something sells out, the weather turns bad, a venue is closed, or there are delays, your itinerary is less likely to fall apart.
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If you are using this article for current planning
Proper nouns, prices, and opening hours are subject to change. I would check the publication date and the period covered in the article, then cross-reference with official information from the operator or relevant authority just before visiting. For reviews, I read the posting date and specific conditions of use rather than the overall score. Having one nearby alternative ready means that if something sells out, the weather turns bad, a venue is closed, or there are delays, your itinerary is less likely to fall apart.
Next Edition Scheduled for March 24–26, 2027
The official website lists Food & Hospitality Vietnam 2027 as planned for March 24–26, 2027, at the same SECC venue. Dates and entry conditions may change, so check the organizer's registration page before booking flights. General travelers should also look at multiple event schedules rather than attributing hotel price increases solely to this exhibition when planning accommodation.
Source:FHV Official Schedule、FHV Official Website
How to use the information in this article for current planning
Proper nouns, figures, prices, and opening hours are updated over time. Check the publication date and the period covered by the article, and reconfirm with official information from operators, government bodies, or companies immediately before booking or visiting. When reading reviews, look at the posting date and the specific conditions of use, and avoid judging safety or quality based on a single rating alone.
