September 13-14, 2026 | BMO Centre | Calgary, AB
EXHIBIT AT NEXT
Connect With Chefs, Buyers + Hospitality Leaders.
Booths Designed for Real Conversations — Starting at $1500
Who Should Exhibit at NEXT
Built for Brands That Power Hospitality
NEXT is where Western Canada’s hospitality pros discover what’s new, what’s better, and what’s next. Exhibitor categories include:
- Food and beverage brands (CPG, ingredients, local producers)
- Restaurant-ready equipment, tech, and tools
- Services and suppliers for hospitality businesses
If your product belongs in the kitchen, or on the table, or behind the bar — you belong at NEXT.
2026 EXHIBITOR APPLICATION FORM
What You Get as a NEXT Exhibitor
More than booth space — meaningful, high-value connections.
NEXT is built to connect your brand with the people who influence purchasing decisions and shape menus across Western Canada and beyond.
Who You’ll Meet at NEXT
• Chefs & Restaurateurs
• Hotel Operators & F&B Directors
• Bartenders & Beverage Professionals
• Buyers & Distributors
• National & Regional Multi-Unit Operators
Designed for face-to-face conversations that lead to real outcomes.
Booth Packages Built for Connections & Growth
Whether you’re a local maker or a scaling brand, we make it easy to get in front of the right people.
Deadlines & Discounts
- 15% RENEWAL Discount paid in full by January 31st, 2026 (for returning exhibitors only)
- 10% EARLY BIRD Discount paid in full by March 31st, 2026
Save more by securing your space early — and maximize exposure before the show sells out.
10 x 10 Booth
Price: $3,200 per booth. $3000 bulk rate (4+) per booth. Corner addition $300 per booth.Â
GST not included.Â
What’s Included:
- One 8′ skirted table, 2 chairs, 8′ tall pipe & drape back wall with 3′ side walls.
- 4 Exhibitor badges (additional 2 badges per booth ordered).
- 10 General admission tickets ($450 value) to share with clients or staff. Additional 5 tickets per booth.
- 2 Mixer Event tickets to our exclusive networking function. Additional 1 ticket per booth ordered.
- Basic electrical access (for laptops, phones, etc.) Special equipment power requirements extra.
- Access to central dishwashing area.
- Basic Wifi.
6 x 8 STARTUP/SMALL BUSINESS BOOTH Booth
Price: $1,500
GST Not Included.
Limit 1 booth per company.
What’s Included:
- One 6′ skirted table, 2 chairs, 8′ tall pipe & drape back wall with 3′ side walls.
- 2 Exhibitor badges (additional 2 badges per booth ordered).
- 5 General admission tickets ($225 value) to share with clients or staff.
- 2 Mixer Event tickets to our exclusive networking function.
- Shared electrical access (for laptops, phones, etc.) Special equipment power requirements extra.
- Access to central dishwashing area.
- Basic Wifi.
To qualify for Startup Business Booth:
- Must be under 2 years of operation
- Under 10 employees
- Under $1m in annual sales
Additional upgrades available, including corner location, special equipment power, lead capture tools, and customer booth support.
Why NEXT
The Expo Western Canada’s Been Waiting For.
NEXT is the first trade event of its kind in over a decade—and it’s built by people who truly understand hospitality.
Here’s what sets it apart:
- Curated for restaurants, not generic convention centres
- Created by industry professionals, not just event planners
- Designed for connection, conversation and discovery
- Hosted in Calgary, with reach and relevance across Canada
Thank you NEXT, we received a great number of leads, and made so many new connections. We are so happy we participated in the NEXT Food Expo, and can’t wait for next year already!!
The show itself was full of good vibes and even better opportunities. As a bonus, it was all about food which meant plenty of new connections for Mr. Pretzels, from flavor inspo to suppliers to some really cool equipment.
The inaugural NEXT Food Expo in Calgary was a special two days. The prairies are often overlooked in terms of events, and it was incredible to connect with local restaurant owners and partners, as well as meet so many new people. Already looking forward to next year!
NEXT Food Expo was brilliant for us. There was enormous value for the investment, and a fantastic opportunity to get exposed to the folks in foodservice we were looking to get in front of.
JOIN THESE INDUSTRY LEADERS AT NEXT
NEXT isn’t just a showcase – it’s a hands on, high impact buying floor. Get in touch today to make sure your brand is in the mix.
Lead the Change—Exhibit at NEXT
Your next big opportunity starts here. Have questions or ready to lock in your space? Reach out today and our team will help you take the next step toward exhibiting at Western Canada’s most exciting food and hospitality expo. Let’s build what’s next—together.
