TASTE VILNIUS 2026 – one of Lithuania’s key professional trade shows for HoReCa and retail

On 15–17 October 2026, the Lithuanian Exhibition and Congress Centre LITEXPO will host TASTE VILNIUS 2026 – an international specialised trade show for HoReCa and retail equipment, food products and beverages. Held every two years, the event brings together hospitality, retail and food industry professionals, manufacturers, suppliers, technology developers and service providers.

TASTE VILNIUS is one of Lithuania’s key professional trade shows for the HoReCa, retail and food industries. The event is designed not only for presenting products, but also for building business relationships, discovering new solutions, comparing professional equipment and discussing the latest developments shaping the market.

For companies and professionals looking for a HoReCa trade show in Lithuania or the Baltic region, TASTE VILNIUS offers an opportunity to explore products, equipment, technologies and services for the hospitality, foodservice and retail sectors in one place. For exhibitors, it is a chance to reach a targeted professional audience; for visitors, it is an opportunity to discover new suppliers, business solutions and valuable industry contacts.

What is TASTE VILNIUS?

TASTE VILNIUS is a professional trade show for the HoReCa and retail sectors, bringing together different parts of the hospitality and retail value chain. The exhibition presents food products, beverages, professional kitchen and retail equipment, technological solutions, business services and innovations designed to improve everyday operations.

TASTE VILNIUS is not simply a tasting event or a food festival. It is a specialised business platform where companies can showcase their products, meet potential clients and partners, while visitors can speak directly with manufacturers, suppliers and industry experts.

The event combines the functions of a restaurant and hotel equipment exhibition, a food and beverage trade show and a platform for presenting retail technologies and business solutions.

A professional platform for business and networking

A highly targeted professional audience is one of the defining features of TASTE VILNIUS. The exhibition is created for companies and specialists who make decisions regarding equipment, suppliers, product ranges, technologies, customer service and everyday business operations.

It is a place where professionals can do more than simply see new products. Visitors can discuss their individual business needs, compare different offers, establish contacts and evaluate potential areas of cooperation.

Face-to-face meetings at the exhibition also allow visitors to test selected solutions, see professional equipment in operation, ask specific questions and make better-informed business decisions.

Who is TASTE VILNIUS for?

Restaurant, café and hotel professionals

TASTE VILNIUS is relevant to restaurant, café, bar, hotel, catering and other hospitality business owners, managers, chefs, administrators and specialists responsible for purchasing, equipment, product selection and customer experience.

At the exhibition, visitors can explore solutions for professional kitchens, food preparation, storage and presentation, customer service and everyday hospitality business management.

Retail professionals

The trade show is also intended for representatives of retail chains, independent stores, specialised retailers, petrol stations, pharmacies and other retail channels.

Visitors can discover new products for their assortments, explore equipment and technologies for retail locations, discuss supply opportunities and assess solutions that can improve customer service and operational efficiency.

Food industry and manufacturing representatives

TASTE VILNIUS is relevant to food and beverage manufacturers, importers, distributors, ingredient suppliers, logistics specialists and other companies operating in the food industry.

The exhibition provides an opportunity to understand the changing needs of the HoReCa and retail sectors, introduce new products, find distribution partners and build relationships with potential business customers.

Equipment, technology and service providers

Professional kitchen and retail equipment manufacturers, technology developers, payment and management system providers, packaging companies, hygiene and logistics solution providers, and other business service companies can present their solutions at the exhibition.

TASTE VILNIUS enables exhibitors to reach an audience that is actively looking for new products and solutions and is often directly responsible for selecting them within their organisations.

What can visitors discover at the exhibition?

The TASTE VILNIUS exhibition covers a broad range of areas relevant to the HoReCa, retail and food industries. Visitors will be able to explore:

• food products, ingredients and beverages;
• professional restaurant, café and hotel equipment;
• food preparation, storage and presentation solutions;
• retail equipment and technologies;
• payment, ordering and business management systems;
• packaging, hygiene and logistics solutions;
• services designed to improve customer experience and operational efficiency;
• innovations for hospitality, retail and food industry businesses.

The exhibition focuses not only on the final product, but also on its entire journey – from production, supply and storage to presentation, sale and the management of everyday business processes.

More than an exhibition: professional content and industry insights

The TASTE VILNIUS programme will include business meetings, practical workshops, expert presentations, discussions and gastronomy-related content.

The professional programme will help visitors better understand the developments affecting restaurants, hotels, foodservice businesses and the retail sector, as well as changing consumer expectations and the role of technology in improving everyday operations.

The exhibition also creates space for direct business meetings. Companies can present their activities, discuss potential cooperation, meet prospective partners and build long-term professional relationships.

Why visit TASTE VILNIUS?

A specialised trade show allows professionals to meet multiple suppliers and explore a wide range of products and solutions within just a few days – a process that would normally require considerably more time.

Visiting TASTE VILNIUS offers an opportunity to:

• compare products and offers from different manufacturers and suppliers;
• see professional equipment in operation and test selected solutions;
• discover new food products, ingredients and beverages;
• find products for a restaurant, hotel, café or retail assortment;
• receive individual consultations;
• meet existing and potential business partners;
• learn about current market developments and industry trends;
• find new ideas for restaurants, cafés, hotels and retail locations.

The exhibition is particularly relevant to professionals responsible for purchasing, supplier selection, product ranges, equipment upgrades, technologies and operational processes.

Why exhibit at TASTE VILNIUS?

TASTE VILNIUS gives exhibitors the opportunity to present their products and solutions to a targeted professional audience. The event is relevant both to companies already operating in Lithuania and to international businesses looking for partners or expansion opportunities in Lithuania and the wider Baltic region.

Participating in the exhibition allows companies to:

• present products and services to potential clients;
• demonstrate equipment and technological solutions in person;
• meet business decision-makers;
• increase company and brand visibility;
• establish new business contacts;
• meet existing clients and partners;
• better understand market needs;
• introduce new products and assess audience response.

Exhibitors may include food and beverage manufacturers, professional equipment suppliers, technology developers, packaging, hygiene and logistics companies, and other service providers working with the HoReCa, retail and food industries.

When and where will TASTE VILNIUS 2026 take place?

Dates: 15–17 October 2026
Venue: Lithuanian Exhibition and Congress Centre LITEXPO, Vilnius, Lithuania
Exhibition areas: HoReCa, retail, professional equipment, food products, beverages, technologies and business services.

For those interested in attending the B2B free meeting session: REGISTER

For visitors: BUY A TICKET

For companies wishing to exhibit: REGISTER AS AN EXHIBITOR

Frequently asked questions about TASTE VILNIUS

Which trade show in Lithuania is intended for restaurant, café and hotel professionals?

TASTE VILNIUS is an international professional HoReCa trade show in Lithuania for representatives of restaurants, cafés, bars, hotels, catering businesses and their suppliers. In 2026, the exhibition will take place on 15–17 October at LITEXPO in Vilnius.

Where does the restaurant and hotel equipment exhibition take place in Lithuania?

Professional equipment for restaurants, cafés and hotels is presented at TASTE VILNIUS, held at the Lithuanian Exhibition and Congress Centre LITEXPO in Vilnius. The exhibition also features food products, beverages, technologies and other solutions for hospitality businesses.

Is TASTE VILNIUS intended only for business visitors?

TASTE VILNIUS is primarily aimed at professionals from the HoReCa, retail and food industries. However, the exhibition and selected parts of its programme may also be relevant to visitors interested in gastronomy, new food products, professional equipment and food culture.

Is the exhibition relevant to retail professionals?

Yes. The solutions presented at TASTE VILNIUS are relevant to retail chains, independent stores, specialised retailers, petrol stations, pharmacies and other retail businesses. Visitors can discover new products, suppliers, equipment and technologies for retail operations.

What types of companies can exhibit at TASTE VILNIUS?

The exhibition is open to food and beverage manufacturers, equipment suppliers, technology developers, packaging, hygiene and logistics companies, as well as other service providers whose products and solutions are relevant to the HoReCa, retail or food industry sectors.

Can international companies participate in TASTE VILNIUS?

Yes. TASTE VILNIUS is an international trade show and is relevant to companies seeking to introduce their products to the Lithuanian market, establish relationships with local businesses or find partners in the Baltic region.

What is the difference between TASTE VILNIUS and a food festival?

TASTE VILNIUS is not simply an entertainment or food tasting event. It is a specialised professional trade show presenting food products, beverages, professional equipment, technologies and services for hospitality, retail and food industry businesses.