Riga Food 2026
The Baltics' largest food-industry exhibition draws ~22,000 visitors to the Ķīpsala expo centre for three days of tastings, trade displays, chef demos and competitions spanning local and international cuisine.
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At a glance
- Dates
- September 10–12, 2026
- Where
- Ķīpsala International Exhibition Centre
- Price
- Entry ticket for the public days; PRO/trade days separate.
- Official link
- www.bt1.lv ↗
What to expect
- The Baltics' biggest food and beverage exhibition (~22,000 visitors)
- Tastings, chef demonstrations and culinary competitions
- Local Latvian producers alongside international cuisine
Planning tips
- Public hours run 10am–6pm (until 5pm on the final day)
- It is partly a trade fair — go for tastings and producers rather than restaurant dining
- Held at the Ķīpsala expo centre, just over the river from the Old Town
Build a day around it
Riga event days feel best when you keep the schedule light: one event block, one food anchor, and one walking loop — with buffer so nothing feels rushed.
- If you have 2–3 hours: arrive early → event → short Old Town/canal walk.
- If you're making a full day: one architecture/market block + event + an easy evening plan.
- If the weather turns: keep walking minimal and use cafes/museums as your buffer.
Before you go
- Confirm the details: check the official link for last-minute schedule or venue updates.
- Arrive with buffer: 15–30 minutes early usually makes the whole experience calmer.
- Have a weather plan: keep one indoor “warm stop” in mind in case the day turns.
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