Sigep: the reference point for artisan gelato.

The prestigious international event for gelato, pastry, baking, chocolate, coffee, and pizza will take place at the Rimini fairgrounds from January 16 to 20, 2026, spanning from Friday to Tuesday. This strategic decision aims to benefit both exhibitors and visitors attending the global gathering for the foodservice industry.

Over 250 booths spread across more than 18,000 square meters in the new pavilion of the Fiera del Levante and numerous events marked the opening of the international fair, which has seen a record number of specialized visitors.

The 2025 edition of SIGEP sees a 26% increase in international visitors from 160 countries, the highest ever recorded; 1300 exhibiting brands from 33 countries showcased excellence in foodservice, and the “Guest Country” initiative featuring Saudi Arabia was a great success.

Speakers included Francesco Lollobrigida, Italian Minister of Agriculture; Maurizio Ermeti, President of Italian Exhibition Group (IEG); Jamil Sadegholvaad, Mayor of Rimini; Roberta Frisoni, Regional Tourism Councillor for Emilia-Romagna; Lino Stoppani, President of FIPE (Italian Federation of Public Establishments); and Matteo Zoppas, President of ICE Agency.

From January 18–22, the 46th edition of the leading international trade show dedicated to Gelato, Pastry, Chocolate, Coffee, Bakery, and Pizza returns to Rimini Expo Centre.

To ensure smooth access to the exhibition center and reduce the impact on local traffic, the City of Rimini and Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) have launched a series of initiatives for SIGEP 2025.

Sigep 2025 presents the official launch of the 13th European Artisanal Gelato Day, featuring the competition for the 2025 Flavour of the Year “Hallelujah”, dedicated to the Jubilee.

Highly anticipated opening talk to explore global trends and the future of gelato and the foodservice industry. Focus also on the U.S. and European markets, thanks to strategic partnerships with Mintel and Circana.

Sustainability, the gelato of the future, and awards for the best innovations and startups will be at the heart of SIGEP's future-focused initiatives.

Focus on advanced and sustainable technologies for global foodservice, with partnerships from EFCEM Italia and Assofoodtec.

The World Expo for Foodservice Excellence is set to welcome an unprecedented international participation, with strong involvement from foreign delegations, associations, and industry confederations, highlighting the growing importance of the Italian Exhibition Group’s fair on the global foodservice stage.

Italian Exhibition Group presented the upcoming edition of SIGEP WORLD to stakeholders and foodservice professionals in Germany.

An international business event for the Gelato, Coffee, Pastry & Chocolate, Bakery, and, for the first time, Pizza sectors.

From June 26 to 28, 2024, Italian Exhibition Group will launch the inaugural edition of SIGEP Asia, a new satellite event of SIGEP World that will bring the best of the Foodservice industry to Singapore in the sectors of Gelato, Pastry & Chocolate, Coffee, Bakery, and Pizza.

The 46th edition of the event organized by Italian Exhibition Group will take place in Rimini from January 18 to 22, 2025, with a new pay-off: Sigep World – The World Expo for Foodservice Excellence.

A tribute gelato to Sinner: carrot, mandarin, and lemon. Summer consumption in Italy: forecasts show a +6% increase (+12% in art cities).
White chocolate and asparagus, aromatic herbs, low sugar, or nostalgic tiramisu: from Italy to Europe, the SIGEP Observatory by IEG interviews master gelato makers.

From April 24 to 26, the Italian Exhibition Group brings the world of artisan gelato, pastry, and coffee to the heart of Southern China, alongside Anuga Select China – the region’s leading food fair organized by Koelnmesse.

At SIGEP in Rimini, the awards ceremony was held for the contest promoted by the Carlo Mendozzi Foundation to recognize innovative projects by young entrepreneurs in the world of gelato and pastry.

At the ribbon-cutting ceremony, the Vice President of the Senate Gian Marco Centinaio, the President of the Emilia-Romagna Region Stefano Bonaccini, and the Mayor of Rimini Jamil Sadegholvaad were present. The President of Italian Exhibition Group, Maurizio Ermeti, stated: "A unique business event, which was naturally born and grew in a region known for its innovation and international appeal." Until January 24, competitions and meetings for the artisan sectors of gelato, pastry, chocolate, bakery, and coffee will take place at the leading event in the industry.

Enhanced train and bus services, road interventions, and solutions to reduce traffic congestion.
Efficient train-Metromare connection: 52 daily trains will stop at Rimini Fiera and Rimini Station for internal connections. Five special trains daily between Cattolica and Santarcangelo. The opening of a large roundabout to ease traffic near the Rimini Sud highway exit. Dozens of additional bus routes, discounts for electric scooter and bike usage.

Among the 1,200+ exhibitors, 18% will come from 35 foreign countries. Tens of thousands of visitors are expected from around the world: more than 500 top buyers are already confirmed, in collaboration with ICE Agency and IEG’s regional advisor network. A rich program of events will focus on global trends in out-of-home sweets. Three international competitions in gelato and pastry will feature teams from 25 countries. Following the success of SIGEP China, 2024 will see the grand launch of Sigep Asia in Singapore.

From antioxidant berries to gelato-filled bomboloni and Giffoni hazelnuts, including grandmother’s recipes, the 2023 gelato trends have been diverse and flavorful.

From May 10 to 12, 2023, SIGEP CHINA 2023 will take place in Shenzhen, showcasing 100 brands and dozens of key figures from Italy’s artisanal confectionery sector, attracting an expected 20,000 visitors.

A rich program of demonstrations led by top professionals from around the world: a unique opportunity to see the Masters in action and get a first look at the products and technologies used in their craft.

At the event organized by Italian Exhibition Group, a rich program of events and international competitions will highlight one of Italy’s food excellences.

The 44th edition of SIGEP – The Dolce World Expo will be held from January 21 to 25 at the Rimini Fair.
Among the events, there will be competitions between Italian pastry chefs (Senior and Junior categories), the Junior Pastry World Championship, and the Pastry Queen title. The 2023 challenges will feature themes inspired by classic animation films, the Amazon rainforest, and the genius of Leonardo Da Vinci.