FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • World of Coffee Lisbon is the Specialty Coffee Association's premier European trade show and conference for the specialty coffee industry. The event brings together coffee professionals from around the world to discover new products, attend educational sessions, participate in networking opportunities, and watch world-class coffee competitions.

  • World of Coffee Lisbon will take place from 17-19 June 2027.

  • The event will be held at Lisbon Exhibition and Congress Centre
    Rua do Bojador, Parque das Nações
    1998-010 Lisboa, Portugal.

  • Yes. World of Coffee Lisbon 2027 marks the first time a World of Coffee event has been hosted in Portugal.

  • Registration is available through the official World of Coffee Lisbon website. Visitor registration will open soon.

  • Yes. Early Bird rates are available for a limited period, and SCA members receive discounted registration pricing prior to June 17.

  • No, there is no onsite registration for World of Coffee Europe. All attendees must register on their own devices.

  • All registrations are generally non-refundable. Please review the official registration terms and conditions before purchasing.

  • World of Coffee Lisbon is expected to feature more than 450 exhibiting companies showcasing the latest products, services, and innovations across the coffee value chain.

  • The Roaster Villages bring together more than 70 specialty coffee roasters from Europe and around the world, offering attendees the opportunity to taste coffees and connect directly with roasters.

  • The Producer Village is a dedicated space for green coffee producers, distributors, and sourcing companies.

  • Green Coffee Connect is a networking and educational platform designed to foster connections between coffee producers, buyers, researchers, and industry professionals.

  • The Coffee Business Lounge is a space just off the show floor designed for the meaningful conversations, quiet moments, and thoughtful connection that spark new ideas and drive business outcomes. Exclusive access to CBL is limited to (1) exhibiting companies with a booth sized 36sqm or more, (2) current account holders of SCA Corporate/Large Company Memberships, or (3) guests of those qualified companies. If you would like to request access for your company, please click here: https://europe.worldofcoffee.org/coffee-business-lounge

  • Yes. The event includes the SCA Lecture Series, SCA Workshops, and educational programming covering topics such as sustainability, science, business, innovation, and coffee quality.

  • Yes, all SCA Lecture Series sessions are included with a valid World of Coffee badge and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Yes. SCA Workshops provide hands-on learning opportunities led by experienced trainers and industry experts. Workshop registration require an additional fee and can be booked through the registration portal: https://register.visitcloud.com/survey/1f6dk4gjvluug

  • The event will host:

    World Latte Art Championship (WLAC)

    World Coffee in Good Spirits Championship (WCIGS)

    Cezve/Ibrik Championship

    These competitions bring together national champions from around the world to compete for world titles.

  • Yes. World of Coffee Lisbon will feature the Best New Product Awards and the Coffee Design Awards, recognising innovation and excellence across the specialty coffee industry.

  • Lisbon Exhibition and Congress Centre sits just 200 meters from Gare do Oriente, which provides access to all public transit options — metro, train, and bus — for getting to the venue and the city centre.

  • Yes. Lisbon Airport (Humberto Delgado) is a major international hub with around 355 flights per day The airport is just 7 km from the city centre — about a 20-minute taxi ride. Portugal is also connected to the rest of Europe by rail via Lisbon's Gare do Oriente station.

  • The primary language of the event is English, although attendees and exhibitors represent countries from around the world.

  • Yes. Attendees can participate in receptions, meetups, happy hours, Green Coffee Connect activities, and informal networking opportunities throughout the event.

  • Exhibitor opportunities are available through the official World of Coffee Lisbon website. Interested companies should contact the SCA exhibition team directly for availability and application details.

  • Exhibitors include coffee producers, importers, roasters, equipment manufacturers, packaging suppliers, technology providers, water treatment companies, training organisations, and service providers from across the coffee industry.

  • For registration, exhibitor, sponsorship, or event enquiries, please visit the official World of Coffee Lisbon website or contact the Specialty Coffee Association directly.