SIAL Paris will return to Paris Nord Villepinte from 17 to 21 October 2026. The 2026 edition is set to be the most ambitious in the show’s history, surpassing an already record-breaking 2024 event and further cementing its status as the global leader of the food industry. A true global benchmark for food industry professionals, SIAL Paris once again positions itself as a powerful business accelerator, an unparalleled showcase for major innovations and a strategic observatory of the trends shaping the future of food worldwide.
With 85% of exhibition space already booked, up to 8,000 exhibitors expected, 295,000 professionals and more than 280,000 m² of exhibition space spanning 10 key sectors, SIAL Paris 2026 confirms not only its exceptional international reach, but also the renewed confidence and long-term commitment of companies across the entire food value chain.
A strong commercial dynamic and a highly international show
Nine months ahead of opening, SIAL Paris 2026 is posting particularly strong commercial indicators. Already, more than 260,000 m ² of exhibition space has been sold, representing an increase of +16% compared with the previous edition at the same stage. Several sectors are already close to capacity, including grocery products, fine food, meat, poultry, delicatessen, cereals, pulses, fruit and vegetables.
At the same time, other universes – such as multi-product grocery, sweet goods, frozen products and beverages – are showing strong recruitment momentum, contributing to a renewed and diversified offer. Italy, Spain, Türkiye, Greece and France currently form the Top 5 exhibiting countries, reflecting the strong mobilisation of major European exporting nations.
Innovation at the heart of strategy
In 2026, SIAL Paris is more determined than ever to place innovation at the core of its strategy.
SIAL Innovation, which will celebrate its 30th anniversary, is reinventing itself with a new design and an enriched experience.
It now fully integrates SIAL Taste, placing tasting at the heart of the innovation journey and offering visitors the opportunity to see, understand and experience the food of tomorrow.
More than 650 startups are expected at the show, including around 150 gathered within the SIAL Start-up area, highlighting emerging projects that are transforming the food industry.
A dedicated Startup Pitch stage will give young companies increased visibility and direct access to investors, buyers and partners.
