Hospitality Qatar

Event type: Trade show

Date: October 12 to 14, 2026

Location: Doha, Qatar

Venue: Doha Exhibition & Convention Centre (DECC)

Industry: Agriculture and processed foods, Consumer products, Creative industries, Fish and seafood, Tourism

Registration deadline: October 12, 2026

Who should apply:

Canadian food and beverage companies

Event description

Hospitality Qatar is the country's leading hospitality, tourism, and food service exhibition, bringing together key stakeholders from across the hospitality value chain. The 11th edition will take place from 12 to 14 October 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC).

Supported by major industry stakeholders, the event serves as a key platform for:

  • suppliers
  • buyers
  • investors
  • hotel operators
  • airlines
  • government entities
  • project owners

Hospitality Qatar showcases products and services across:

  • hospitality facilities
  • food and beverage
  • interiors and design
  • entertainment and leisure
  • travel and tourism

The event also features a tailored business-to-business (B2B) matchmaking program, providing exhibitors with direct access to procurement teams and decision-makers from leading organizations in Qatar.

To complement participation in the exhibition, the Trade Commissioner Service may organize retail market visits and networking opportunities with key Qatari retailers. This will provide participating companies with valuable market intelligence and exposure to the local retail landscape.

Benefits of participating

  • Gain insights and market intelligence
  • Develop a first-hand understanding of the opportunities and challenges of doing business in foreign markets
  • Meet key commercial entities, industry players, and potential buyers, investors and/or partners
  • Meet key regulatory bodies
  • Participate in networking events
  • Participate in pre-organized business-to-business meetings
  • Increase visibility of your product or service
  • Receive on-the-ground assistance from the Trade Commissioner Service
  • Compare your product/service with international competitors
  • Pitch your product /service to selected audiences
  • Receive mentoring and coaching

How the program works

  • Business-to-business (B2B) matchmaking: The TCS organizes curated B2B meetings, connecting Canadian companies with international partners, investors, and clients to explore new business opportunities.
  • Export Café: Attend individual meetings with Trade Commissioners from different international markets.
  • Pavilion/exhibit: Showcase your company at the Canada Pavillion where your organization can have a booth located in a high-traffic area.
  • Networking opportunities: Join TCS-hosted networking sessions to connect with key industry players, government representatives, and global leaders, fostering collaborations that support international growth.

Contact us

Mohamed Salhi

Trade Commissioner
Mohamed.salhi@international.gc.ca

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