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Not-for-profit · Run by the members, for the members · Since 1985
Exhibit at an FIA Regional Food & Hospitality Show
Meet chefs, cafe & restaurant owners, canteen managers and institution buyers face to face, in the regional centres where they work.
“Really good. Finally get to meet everyone face to face.”
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REGIONAL FOOD &
HOSPITALITY SHOWS
2027 FOOD & HOSPITALITY SHOWS
Tamworth Town Hall
8 Fitzroy St, Tamworth NSW 2340
Tuesday 9th March 2027
11am to 5pm (last entry 4pm)
TBC
TBC
Tuesday 25th May 2027
11am to 5pm (last entry 4pm)
Club Taree
121 Wingham Rd, Taree NSW 2430
Tuesday 20th July 2027
11am to 5pm (last entry 4pm)
TBC
TBC
Tuesday 14th September 2027
11am to 5pm (last entry 4pm)
TBC
TBC
Tuesday 9th March 2027
11am to 3pm
Coffs Harbour Racing Club
62 Howard St, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450
Tuesday 24th August 2027
11am to 5pm (last entry 4pm)
TBC
TBC
Tuesday 12th October 2027
11am to 5pm (last entry 4pm)
WHO VISITS
WHY EXHIBIT
Regional shows put you in front of buyers who rarely see suppliers
Stay in front of buyers between shows
Meet buyers face to face
Personal conversations that emails and phone calls can't match.
Shows are held on rotation in strategic marketing areas throughout the state.
Foodservice Industry Association Inc.
A not-for-profit organising and managing Food & Hospitality Shows throughout regional NSW since 1985.
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What's included, and what to bring
FIA TRADE SHOW GUIDE
Join the FIA and help shape the shows. Members' exhibitors can also take part in the Annual General Meeting.
Run by the members, for the members
A focused audience of buyers, no general public
Supplied free of charge to exhibitors
Wholesalers, direct mail, Unaddressed Mail and newspapers
Kept as low as possible, benefits passed to members
Venue - Private charter with Vagabond Cruises
King Street Wharf 9, Darling Harbour
Thursday 18th November 2027
11:30am to 4pm
Reach every sector
Foodservice and associated industries, in one room.
Promotion handled for you
The FIA markets each show to wholesalers and the local trade.
Follow up with the attendee list
Receive the attendee list free after the show.
The people who buy for foodservice
YOUR STAND
Bring or hire
Included
How exhibiting works
YOUR STAND
Show rules at a glance
Electrical
All electrical equipment must be tested and tagged before the show. Bring your own leads; double adapters are not allowed.
Food handling
Disposable utensils only, portion-controlled samples, and display food labelled “DISPLAY ONLY”.
Promotion handled for you
The FIA markets each show to wholesalers and the local trade.
Display and samples
Keep promotional material and samples within your stand, not in aisles or at the entrance.
What you can display
Goods you manufacture, import as sole importer, or that belong to an attending FIA member. Stand sharing is not permitted.
Deliveries and bins
Deliveries go to the back loading dock at bump-in times. Rubbish goes in the loading dock skip bins.
Advice, tips and tricks for exhibitors
Expert advice on booth visibility, audience engagement and return on investment, for first-time and experienced exhibitors.
TALKING TASTEBUDS
FIA suppliers are showcased on Talking Tastebuds, Australia's 24/7 digital food tradeshow and B2B food directory.
Ready to meet regional buyers?
Questions first? The FIA team is happy to help.
Chefs
Cooks
Cafe & Restaurant Owners/Managers
Serving Staff
School Canteens
Apprentice
Display stand floor space
Access to 10amp and 15amp power at most venues
Pre-show marketing and promotion
Comprehensive attendee list, free of charge
Your own heavy-duty power leads, tested and tagged
Your own stand design: there's no overall shell scheme
Tablecloths
Apply
Choose the show and complete your application.
Prepare
Read the exhibitor information and the Tradeshow Guide.
Get show details
The FIA sends exhibitors the details before each event.
Meet your buyers
Set up, show your range and follow up with the attendee list.
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