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47th edition 16-20 January 2026 Rimini Expo Centre, Italy
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Dates and time

IN WHAT DATES DOES THE EXHIBITION TAKE PLACE?

The fair takes place from 16 to 20 January 2026.

WHAT ARE THE OPENING TIMES?

Daily from 10 am to 6 pm.

Tickets and entrance to the event 

HOW MUCH DOES THE TICKET COST?

Ticket prices can be found by clicking here.
 

HOW CAN I BUY A TICKET?

The event is reserved for industry professionals. Tickets can be purchased online by clicking here.

WHAT ARE THE PAYMENT METHODS ACCEPTED?

Tickets can be purchased with a Credit Card (VISA, MASTER CARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS, POSTE PAY circuits) or by PAYPAL and SATISPAY.

I HAVE DIFFICULTIES WITH THE ONLINE TICKET OFFICE. WHO SHOULD I CONTACT?

For assistance please write to helpdesk.rn@iegexpo.it 

To check the status of your payment, please call 041-27190089.

IS ACCESS PERMITTED WITHOUT REGISTERING ONLINE?

It is preferable to register online before the visit, but you can register also at the fair's ticket counters.

CAN THOSE WHO ARE NOT OPERATORS IN THE SECTOR ACCESS THE EVENT?

Access is only allowed to professionals.

IF SOMEONE IS NOT A SECTOR OPERATOR BUT WANTS TO BECOME ONE, CAN THEY VISIT THE EVENT?

Yes, it is possible by purchasing the ticket.

CAN YOU RE-ENTER WITH THE SAME BADGE ONCE YOU LEAVE THE FAIRGROUNDS?

No, it is not possible.

CAN MINORS ACCESS THE EVENT?

Children are permitted entry, subject to completion of a waiver and only if accompanied by an adult. Admission is free for children up to 12 years old. For those aged 12 to 18, the ticket costs €20.00 and can be purchased on-site, subject to completion of a waiver for access to the event.

(Download the waiver here).

DO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY PAY FOR THE TICKET?

No. Admission is also free for an accompanying person. Simply go to the ticket office.

ARE ANIMALS ALLOWED?

Animals are not allowed, with the exception of guide dogs for blind people.

I AM A PROFESSOR. I WOULD LIKE TO BRING MY CLASS TO VISIT THE TRADESHOW. WHAT SHOULD I DO?

Registrations for schools are not yet open.

 

Exhibit

I WOULD BE INTERESTED IN EXHIBITING AT THE UPCOMING EDITION. I WOULD LIKE TO GET INFORMATION ON COST, TIMING, AND HOW TO JOIN.

To exhibit, please contact the sales team at
teamsigep@iegexpo.it

Hotel, catering and leisure

HOW CAN I BOOK A HOTEL? ARE THERE AFFILIATED HOTELS?

Information on hotels can be found by clicking here.

AND AFTER THE TRADESHOW? WHERE CAN I EAT?

Information on restaurant can be found by clicking here.

I WOULD ALSO LIKE TO VISIT THE CITY, ANY SUGGESTIONS?

Information on the city can be found by clicking here.

Exhibition information and general services

DOES THE EXHIBITION TAKE PLACE EVERY YEAR?

Yes.

WHAT ARE THE PRODUCT CATEGORIES PRESENT?

SIGEP is the benchmark and inspirational event for the Foodservice community, attracting international professionals in the Gelato, Pastry&Chocolate, Coffee, Bakery and Pizza sectors.

To find out more CLICK HERE.

WHICH COMPANIES WIL EXHIBIT AT THE NEXT EXHIBITION?

To view the exhibitors list click here.

WILL THERE BE COMPETITIONS DURING THE TRADESHOW?

Yes, click here to discover the events program.

IS THE EXHIBITION CENTER FULLY ACCESSIBLE TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES?

The fairgrounds are fully accessible to people with disabilities.

ARE WHEELCHAIRS AVAILABLE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AT THE EXHIBITION CENTER?

Wheelchairs are available at the fairgrounds, upon reservation as indicated at the following link.

 

IS THERE A CLOAKROOM SERVICE?

There is a cloakroom service near the entrances open for the event.

ARE THERE BARS INSIDE THE FAIR?

In the exhibition center there are bars and restaurant services.

IS A FREE WI-FI NETWORK AVAILABLE?

Yes, the free IEG.FREEWIFI network is available in the restaurant areas and conference rooms, it can be accessed by registering from a social account or with name, surname and email.