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Frequently Asked Questions
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General FAQs
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When and where is Vitafoods Europe 2026?

The event will take place in-person in Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, on 5-7 May 2026.

What are the opening hours for Vitafoods Europe?

  • Tuesday 5 May 2026, 10:00-18:00

  • Wednesday 6 May 2026, 10:00-18:00

  • Thursday 7 May 2026, 10:00-16:00

  • Please note that Full and Premium Access holders can access the show floor from 9 am. 

What is the event about?

Vitafoods Europe is an annual event for the nutraceutical industry.  Make connections with leading suppliers of raw ingredients, dietary supplements, functional food and beverages and high quality service and equipment, plus find beneficial advice on how to give your products the competitive edge.

Exhibitor FAQs
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What is the visitor profile like?

Vitafoods Europe visitors represent all sectors of the global nutraceutical industry, who come to source suppliers of ingredients, raw materials, dietary supplements and services, to meet existing partners and gain ideas and inspiration about the industry. Here are the job functions in attendance:

  • Manufacturers 
  • Distributors 
  • Purchasers
  • Wholesalers
  • Suppliers
  • Importers and exporters 
  • Research & development
  • Food technologists
  • Procurement specialists
  • Branding & marketing
  • Scientists 
  • Retailers

How many attendees are you expecting?

In 2026, we are expecting +30,000 attendees.

What are the opening hours for exhibitors?

  • Tuesday 5 May 2026, 7:30-19:00

  • Wednesday 6 May 2026, 7:30-19:00

  • Thursday 7 May 2026,  7:30-19:00

Attendee FAQs
Answers to some of the most common queries
Who should visit the event?

Attending Vitafoods Europe will be most beneficial if you work within in the following sectors; dietary supplements, functional food and beverages, general food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, natural and herbal medicine, ingredients and raw materials and within the following job functions:

  • Manufacturers 
  • Distributors 
  • Purchasers
  • Wholesalers
  • Suppliers
  • Importers and exporters 
  • Research & development
  • Food technologists
  • Procurement specialists
  • Branding & marketing
  • Scientists 
  • Retailers

Is there an age restriction to attending Vitafoods Europe?

To ensure safety, anybody under the age of 16 is not allowed to attend Vitafoods Europe.

Do I have to pay to enter Vitafoods Europe?

Starting 2025, we have moved towards a paid tickets model. Launching a paid tickets model for our event ensures a more enhanced experience for attendees. By charging for tickets, we can allocate resources to improve key aspects such as venue quality, catering, entertainment, and overall event production. Moreover, paid entry often attracts a more invested audience, creating a more meaningful networking and learning experience for all participants.

Where can I see who is exhibiting?

You can view the 2026 exhibitor list here

Sponsorship FAQs
Where can I check the sponsorship opportunities available?

Sponsorship opportunities are exclusive to exhibitors. For more information about the sponsorship opportunities available please visit the Sponsorship shop.

I did not find what I was looking for in the sponsorship shop, what can I do?

Please reach out to your account manager or [email protected] so we can assist you. Bespoke programmes are available and we would like to hear more about your needs and objectives.

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