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Early Bird Rates End November 8, 2026
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Cater+Event™
The Ultimate Celebration of Catering & Event Excellence™ The premier event where caterers, event planners, and suppliers unite in a dynamic, immersive environment designed to inspire and elevate the industry.
Where Caterers + Event Planners Create What’s Next
Cater+Event brings the people behind extraordinary experiences together in one unforgettable place. Join caterers, event planners, producers, culinary leaders, designers, hospitality professionals, and suppliers for fresh ideas, meaningful connections, hands-on discovery, and the inspiration to elevate every event ahead.
One Event. Endless Ideas. Your Entire Industry.
From the first menu idea to the final guest farewell, exceptional events take creativity, precision, and the right partners. Cater+Event is where caterers and event planners come to refresh their ideas, sharpen their craft, and discover what will make their next celebration stand out.
Connect with the chefs, planners, designers, producers, and suppliers who understand what it takes to create memorable guest experiences.
At Cater+Event, You Can:
- Discover fresh culinary, beverage, design, and production ideas
- Meet fellow caterers, event planners, producers, and supplier partners
- Explore products and services that support your next event
- Build skills through practical education and live experiences
- Find inspiration you can bring back to your team—and your clients
New for 2027: More to Explore. More to Experience.
Cater+Event 2027 introduces exciting new destinations built to spark ideas, showcase talent, and create connections that last long after the event ends.
The Cater+Event Marketplace
Turn Event Inspiration Into Your Next Great Connection
The Cater+Event Marketplace makes it easier to turn a standout moment into a meaningful business conversation.
Browse featured showcase companies from Connect Live, the Opening Night Celebration, and the Closing Night Celebration. Revisit the brands, products, and partners that caught your attention—and follow up with the people who can help bring your next big idea to life.
Come for the inspiration. Leave with connections you can act on.
The Beverage Marketplace
Discover What’s Next Behind the Bar
Today’s beverage programs are about more than what’s in the glass—they are a powerful part of the guest experience. At the Beverage Marketplace, sample cutting-edge products, watch expert mixologists in action, and uncover the trends influencing the way we celebrate.
From memorable signature cocktails and elevated zero-proof options to new flavor profiles and service ideas, this is where beverage creativity comes to life.
Find fresh inspiration to build a beverage program guests will talk about.
Design Gallery Competition: Reimagined
See the Ideas Shaping the Future of Event Design
Step into a curated showcase of inventive design solutions, standout creative concepts, and inspiring visual storytelling.
The reimagined Design Gallery Competition brings together bold talent and next-level event design thinking. Explore emerging styles, discover innovative approaches to creating impact, and connect with the design enthusiasts moving the industry forward.
See what’s possible—then make it your own.
Diced Competition: Recipe Battle
Culinary Competition With a Live-Action Twist
The heat is on. In the Diced Competition: Recipe Battle, top chefs go head-to-head with the best recipes from their own catering kitchens.
Expect high-stakes energy, live audience participation, and the kind of creative culinary talent that reminds us why food is at the heart of every great gathering. This is a showdown that celebrates skill, imagination, and the unforgettable entertainment of seeing excellence unfold in real time.
Pick a favorite. Feel the energy. Experience the battle.
Experience Cater+Event Your Way
Learn, Connect, Taste, Create
From insightful education to high-energy celebrations, Cater+Event delivers an experience that is equal parts practical, personal, and inspiring.
Explore What Awaits You
Education: Hear from industry voices with practical expertise and timely perspectives.
Hands-On Learning: Build new skills and try techniques in immersive learning environments.
Tradeshow Floor: Explore ideas, products, resources, and solutions from leading suppliers.
Networking: Meet the people who understand your work—and may help shape what you do next.
Celebrations & Competitions: Experience the creativity, food, design, and energy that make Cater+Event unlike any other industry gathering.
The Catering + Event Experience Designed to Ignite and Inspire
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Make 2027 Your Most Inspired Year Yet
Join the Cater+Event Community
The best ideas rarely happen in isolation. Join a community of caterers, event planners, producers, creatives, and industry partners who are ready to exchange ideas, celebrate craft, and build what’s next.
Cater+Event 2027 is your place to recharge your creativity, expand your network, and return home ready to make an impact.
Relive the Magic: Event Photos Now Available!
Relive the excitement of Cater+Event with photos of you, your teammates, and colleagues! We're excited to announce that images are now available to view and download.
On Demand Sessions
Did you miss a session* or want to revisit one? Now is your chance to catch up on the latest topics, critical updates, and innovative ideas for caterers and event planners who want to make the most out of 2026 and beyond!
- All Access Pass Holders: Instant access to On Demand Content is already yours, no additional steps needed!
- Available for Conference Pass Attendees only: Don't let the insights slip away. Purchase On Demand Content to continue your journey of learning and innovation.
Need Assistance?
For inquiries or details about On Demand Content access, our customer support is ready to help. Get in touch at caterevent@informa.com
*Not all sessions, due to permissions or to the nature of the session itself, are available for viewing.
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