June 12-13, 2026
Navy Pier
CHICAGO
Experience Unfiltered Innovation
Your time is more valuable than ever, and we're here to help you grow your business! Build on your current skills, learn from industry experts and experience new products, alongside great local industry networking. We have so many great topics & special events to help you grow and have some (serious) coffee & tea fun!
- Connect with suppliers - existing and new!
- Learn on a wide variety of topics
- Make new connections with other coffee business owners
How can Coffee Fest help you?
Existing Coffee Shop Owners
As an owner, you’re the evolving pulse on the industry.
Get advanced education, trusted product sourcing, and fresh ideas to grow your shop. Coffee Fest connects you with fellow owners, energizes your team, and delivers real inspiration from the coffee community.
New Business & Startup Owners
Just starting out, there’s a lot to take in to establish your new business.
Fast-track your launch with practical training, expert guidance, and essential product sourcing. Coffee Fest helps you learn the basics, avoid common pitfalls, and build confidence before opening your doors.
What Attendees Are Saying...
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"A great resource to connect with suppliers and other industry professional. We go to see what the latest trends and new product offerings are."
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"Coffee Fest is a hub of information. A community of people who want to share, educate, and learn. The opportunities are endless."
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"Coffee Fest is a great place to measure if you're on the right track with your business. It's also a great place to learn about things that will improve your business."
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"A must-attend if you are in the industry. Very informative, wonderful way to network and meet people in the industry."
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"You will never meet a better group of people. Being around like-minded individuals who bring different perspectives to a collective is exciting and invigorating. Coffee Fest provides education, information, and opportunity."
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"The energy and informative value of Coffee Fest are unmatched. It's a great way to get plugged into the industry and learn."
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"Coffee Fest is a great place to start if you want to dive into the coffee world. It's a great place to find resources from education to flavors and everything in between. It's a truly wonderful place for like-minded coffee lovers to share and educate."