Calling all coffee and tea aficionados — the two-day Coffee Fest is coming to New Orleans on June 14 and 15. The business-to-business event, which has been a coffee industry staple since 1992, is designed to bring together the specialty coffee community — coffee house owners, coffee roasters, suppliers, distributors, baristas, and all other specialty coffee industry business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs in the coffee and restaurant industry — for a blend of education and face-to-face professional connection.
Hosted at Ernest N Morial Convention Center, this year’s New Orleans Coffee Fest will offers a number of educational opportunities — think roasting techniques, new products, business operations. Some of this year’s free seminars are “Unpacking Sustainability: Exploring Environmentally Responsible Packaging Solutions,” “Social Media for Coffeeshops” and “Crafting Culture: How to Hire, Retain, and Care for Employees.” You can also pay a bit extra for advanced workshops on topics like “Hands On Barista Training: Matcha, Tea, and Other Non-Coffee Beverages,” Starting Right: The business knowledge you need to succeed,” and “Developing and Maintaining a Coffee Training Program.”
Besides the many coffee professionals, coffee roasters, enthusiasts and displays of coffee tech at the exhibitor booths, you can watch the real pros — baristas! — battle it out in latte art competitions. Keep an eye out for registration, as it typically opens up about eight weeks out.
The Specs
- You can grab a general admission ticket to experience both days and add on workshops for an extra fee.
- For $455, snag an all-access pass. This pass gets you entry to both days of the event, lets you watch the competitions, and even throws in access to one hands-on workshop.
- Once you’re buzzing, here’s how to spend the rest of your time in New Orleans.
FAQs
What is the closest airport to Coffee Fest New Orleans 2024?
You can fly right into Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
What’s the exact address of the convention center?
900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70130
I thought this trade show was held in March?
Coffee Fest New York is scheduled in March.
When is Coffee Fest Los Angeles?
Coffee Fest Los Angeles is scheduled for August 2024.
When is Coffee Fest Minneapolis?
Coffee Fest Minneapolis is scheduled for October 2024.
Who can attend the NOLA Coffee Festival?
Coffee Fest New Orleans is not open to the general public. It’s a business-to-business event, so you need to be a coffee or restaurant professional (like a roaster), or serious about getting into the biz, to register.
Where should I stay?
There are a ton of hotels and home rentals available in the area. There is no camping at this festival.
What time does the exhibit hall and show floor open?
Exhibit Hall is open at 9am to VIP ticket holders and 10am for all.
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