Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — July 17, 2026 — Over 600 local and international exhibitors are set to converge at the CHOCOLATE SHOW 2026, opening July 21 in Kuala Lumpur, attracting more than 18,000 visitors to the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC).
Kuala Lumpur Prepares for Premier Chocolate Fair
The CHOCOLATE SHOW 2026, positioned as Malaysia's premier international chocolate and cacao fair, will run from July 21 to July 23, 2026. This significant industry event is co-located with Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL 2026, amplifying its reach within the broader food and beverage sector. The exhibition will occupy an expansive 15,000 square meters of space and is projected to host over 600 local and international exhibitors, alongside more than 350 hosted buyers. While specific historical data for the CHOCOLATE SHOW itself is not extensively detailed, its co-located event, Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL, launched in 2023 and will be in its fourth edition in 2026. A previous edition of Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL hosted 450 exhibitors from 22 countries, underscoring the established role of these events in the regional F&B industry.
Global Expertise Behind the Event
The CHOCOLATE SHOW is organized by Comexposium Sdn Bhd, part of the globally recognized Comexposium Group. The Comexposium Group stands as one of the world's leading event organizers, orchestrating over 400 professional and public events annually across more than 8 sectors and 20 countries. This extensive network connects approximately 48,000 exhibitors with 4 million visitors each year. Comexposium Sdn Bhd, based in Kuala Lumpur, leverages this global expertise to deliver high-quality trade exhibitions like The CHOCOLATE SHOW and its co-located event, Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL.
Exploring Cacao from Bean to Business
The event will serve as a crucial platform for connecting a diverse range of professionals, including chocolatiers, pastry chefs, café owners, bakers, dessert brands, and F&B buyers, with global suppliers and innovators in the chocolate and cacao industry. Attendees will discover premium chocolate brands, explore the latest cocoa trends, and engage with live demonstrations from top pastry experts. Core Exhibit Sectors include Chocolate & Cacao Products, showcasing finished chocolate products and raw cacao derivatives like cocoa beans and cocoa powder. The Chocolate & Pastry Ingredients & Equipment sector will present essential ingredients and advanced processing machinery. Additionally, F&B Services & Technology will focus on solutions for cafes, bakeries, and hospitality establishments. Event highlights will feature Chocolate Masterclasses, Live Demonstrations by international chocolatiers, Bean-to-Bar Discovery Zones, artisan chocolate displays, a Chocolate Tasting & Pairing Lounge, and Industry Talks on cocoa trends and sustainability. The co-location with Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL also brings additional attractions like the Global Culinary Challenge Malaysia and the SIAL Innovation showcase.
For further details and registration, visitors can refer to https://chocolateshow.my.