What is WorldFood Istanbul?

WorldFood Istanbul is a food and beverage trade fair for:

  • Importers and distributors
  • Wholesalers and manufacturers
  • Buyers, including hospitality operators sourcing products

WorldFood Istanbul is for trade visitors attending on business. Importers, distributors, manufacturers and hospitality buyers form its intended audience. Register through the organiser rather than looking for a consumer ticket.

When is WorldFood Istanbul 2026?

The dates listed for the 34th edition are 15 to 18 December 2026. Registration is handled through the organiser's site for business visitors. Check the edition information there before arranging flights or accommodation.

How big is WorldFood Istanbul?

  • Over 80,000 visitors in 2025, including 20,000 from abroad
  • 153 countries represented
  • More than 900 buyers from 100 countries

Fair week brings additional demand for European-side hotels and airport transfers. The venue is in Yesilkoy, beside the former Ataturk Airport. Compare accommodation with the M1A route below when planning the stay.

Where is WorldFood Istanbul held?

At Istanbul Fuar Merkezi in Yesilkoy, Bakirkoy, beside the former Ataturk Airport. The venue covers 249,000 square metres in eleven halls, with 98,000 square metres of exhibition space. Eight halls are run by CNR Expo and three by WTC Istanbul.

Istanbul Fuar Merkezi, Yesilkoy

How to get to Istanbul Fuar Merkezi

By metro

The M1A stops at DTM, Istanbul Fuar Merkezi, at the fairground. From the historic peninsula and Yenikapi, the M1A runs direct.

From Istanbul Airport

  1. Take an HVIST bus towards the city.
  2. Change to the M1A, usually at Atakoy-Sirinevler.
  3. Ride to DTM, Istanbul Fuar Merkezi.

By car

The venue is close to the ring roads and has a large car park. Fair traffic can make the M1A a more useful option than driving. Its DTM, Istanbul Fuar Merkezi stop serves the fairground.

How to register for WorldFood Istanbul

Registration is through the organiser's site and is for people attending for business. There is no consumer ticket, and any site selling one is not selling access to this fair.

For a public, drinks-led event, see Istanbul Cocktail Festival.