Best Food & Beverage Franchise Shows 2026–2027
The Food & Beverage sector remains one of the most actively franchised categories globally, with QSR chains, café concepts, cloud kitchens and regional street-food brands all seeking new territory. For investors and aspiring franchisees, attending a dedicated F&B franchise expo is one of the most efficient ways to compare opportunities, meet brand representatives face-to-face, and benchmark investment requirements — all under one roof.
This guide covers seven key Food & Beverage franchise and licensing shows running from November 2026 through March 2027, spanning high-growth markets in Southeast Asia, South Asia, the Middle East and Latin America. Whether you are scouting your first franchise unit or building a multi-country portfolio, these events offer direct access to the brands, deal-makers and market intelligence you need.
1. Franchise & License Expo Indonesia (FLEI)
Franchise & License Expo Indonesia (FLEI) is Indonesia's largest franchise, license and business opportunity expo, held annually at the Jakarta Convention Center. The 2026 edition runs 5–7 December and is expected to welcome 15,000 attendees across 200 exhibitors — the highest figures in this guide. As a market of over 270 million consumers with a rapidly expanding middle class, Indonesia represents one of the world's most compelling F&B franchise destinations, and FLEI is the authoritative event for accessing it.
Why attend: With 15,000 expected attendees and 200 exhibitors, FLEI is the largest show in this guide and the definitive platform for entering or scaling an F&B franchise in Indonesia.
Dates, venue & tickets for Franchise & License Expo Indonesia (FLEI) →
2. Franchise UAE Expo
Franchise UAE Expo runs 11–13 November 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, drawing an expected 12,000 attendees and 180 exhibitors. Positioned as the Middle East's premier franchising event, it serves as the definitive gateway for regional and global brands targeting GCC expansion. For F&B investors, the show offers concentrated access to concepts already adapted for halal requirements and the region's high-footfall retail and hospitality environments, making it an essential stop before committing capital in the Gulf.
Why attend: Franchise UAE Expo is the single most efficient venue to evaluate GCC-ready F&B concepts and connect directly with brand development teams targeting Middle East expansion.
3. Franchise International Malaysia (FIM)
Franchise International Malaysia (FIM) runs 28–30 November 2026 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, attracting an expected 7,500 attendees and 160 exhibitors. Supported by the Malaysian Franchise Association (MFA), FIM shines a spotlight on homegrown and Asian franchise brands, many of which are actively seeking master franchisees and area developers across ASEAN. For F&B investors seeking concepts with proven traction in Muslim-majority markets and competitive entry costs, FIM delivers a focused, high-quality exhibitor mix.
Why attend: FIM's MFA backing and emphasis on homegrown Asian F&B brands make it the ideal show for investors seeking ASEAN-ready concepts with regional cultural fit.
Dates, venue & tickets for Franchise International Malaysia (FIM) →
4. Info Franchise & Business Concept Expo (IFBC) 2026
The Info Franchise & Business Concept Expo (IFBC) 2026 takes place 20–22 November 2026 at the Sudirman Grand Ballroom in Bandung, Indonesia. This dynamic event connects local entrepreneurs with emerging franchise brands across food and beverage, retail, education and services. Bandung's status as one of Indonesia's most entrepreneurially active cities outside Jakarta makes IFBC a valuable hunting ground for ground-floor F&B opportunities before they achieve national scale, and an ideal complement to the larger FLEI event held just two weeks later.
Why attend: IFBC Bandung gives investors early-stage access to emerging Indonesian F&B franchise concepts before they command premium entry fees at national-level expos.
Dates, venue & tickets for Info Franchise & Business Concept Expo (IFBC) 2026 →
5. Franchise Asia Philippines 2027
Franchise Asia Philippines 2027 runs 22–26 January 2027 at the SMX Convention Center Manila in Pasay City, making it the first major F&B franchise event of the new year. Described as Southeast Asia's fastest-growing franchise expo, it brings together Philippine and international franchise brands with investors, business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs across five full days — an unusually long format that allows for deeper due diligence conversations and live brand presentations not possible at shorter shows.
Why attend: The five-day format of Franchise Asia Philippines 2027 provides investors with substantially more time for in-depth brand negotiations and due diligence than a standard two- or three-day expo.
Dates, venue & tickets for Franchise Asia Philippines 2027 →
6. India Food & Beverage Franchise Show
India Food & Beverage Franchise Show takes place 6–8 March 2027 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai. This dedicated F&B franchising event focuses specifically on cloud kitchens, QSR and café concepts that are actively scaling across India — three of the fastest-growing restaurant formats in the country. Mumbai's position as India's commercial capital ensures a high-calibre audience of investors and developers, while the sector-specific scope means every conversation on the show floor is relevant to F&B franchise decision-making.
Why attend: As a dedicated F&B-only franchise show in India's financial capital, this Mumbai event delivers unmatched focus for investors evaluating cloud kitchen, QSR and café opportunities across the subcontinent.
Dates, venue & tickets for India Food & Beverage Franchise Show →
7. Latin American Franchise Expo (FALE) – Mexico City 2027
Latin American Franchise Expo (FALE) – Mexico City 2027 runs 25–27 March 2027 at the World Trade Center Mexico City. Organised by the Mexican Franchise Association (AMF), FALE is Latin America's leading franchise trade show, showcasing hundreds of regional and international franchise brands to prospective franchisees across LATAM. For F&B investors, the event offers a rare cross-regional perspective on food franchise trends spanning Mexico, Central and South America, with AMF's institutional involvement lending credibility to every exhibiting brand.
Why attend: Organised by the Mexican Franchise Association, FALE Mexico City 2027 is the authoritative event for F&B investors seeking multi-country franchise opportunities across the Latin American region.
Dates, venue & tickets for Latin American Franchise Expo (FALE) – Mexico City 2027 →
Tips for attending
- Book meetings with exhibiting F&B brands at least three weeks before the show using the expo's pre-registration or hosted-buyer programme — the most sought-after brand development managers fill their schedules quickly and walk-up conversations rarely lead to serious follow-up.
- Prepare a one-page investor profile summarising your available capital, preferred territory, operational background and preferred F&B sub-sector (QSR, café, cloud kitchen, etc.) so that brand representatives can qualify you immediately and escalate the conversation to decision-makers on the spot.
- Attend any seminar or panel sessions on regulatory and licensing requirements specific to the host market — food safety standards, halal certification, import restrictions and local content rules vary enormously across Indonesia, the UAE, Malaysia, the Philippines, India and Mexico, and non-compliance can invalidate an otherwise sound franchise investment.
- Follow up within 48 hours of the show with every brand contact collected, referencing specific conversation points to stand out from the volume of generic enquiries that exhibitors receive post-event — early follow-up is consistently cited by franchisors as a key signal of investor seriousness.
Final word
From Jakarta to Mexico City, the seven Food & Beverage franchise shows in this guide span the world's most dynamic growth markets and collectively represent your most direct route to evaluating, negotiating and securing an F&B franchise opportunity in 2026 and 2027. Each event has a distinct regional character and exhibitor mix, so the most effective strategy is to attend the shows most closely aligned with your target territory and investment readiness. Use this guide to plan your calendar, prepare your investor materials, and arrive at each expo ready to move from conversation to term sheet.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next franchise expo in the Food & Beverage sector?
The next franchise expo in the Food & Beverage sector is Franchise & License Expo Indonesia (FLEI), taking place 5 December 2026 – 7 December 2026 at Jakarta Convention Center, Jakarta, Indonesia.
How many franchise expos are coming up in the Food & Beverage sector?
World Franchise Forum currently lists 7 upcoming franchise & licensing shows in the Food & Beverage sector, in cities including Jakarta, Dubai, Kuala Lumpur, Bandung, Pasay City, Mumbai. The directory is refreshed weekly using AI-powered web research.
What is the biggest franchise expo in the Food & Beverage sector?
Based on expected attendance, Franchise & License Expo Indonesia (FLEI) in Jakarta is the largest upcoming franchise show in the Food & Beverage sector, with around 15,000 attendees and 200 exhibiting brands.
How do I get tickets or book a stall at a franchise expo?
Open any show on World Franchise Forum and verify your email to access the organiser's official registration, ticket and exhibitor links, plus contact details for visitor and stall bookings.
Are franchise expos worth attending for investors?
Yes — franchise expos let investors meet many franchisors in one place, compare investment ranges, attend seminars on franchising and licensing, and negotiate master-franchise or multi-unit deals face to face.
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