Market Intelligence

UK Coffee Festivals
& Competitions

A curated calendar of UK coffee festivals, SCA UK national championships, world championship pathways, and awards held by roasters within 50 miles of Harrogate. Rolling 18-month forward window.

6UK Festivals
6SCA UK Championships
7World Championships
19Local Roasters Tracked
Window: Feb 2026 – Aug 2027 · Refreshed monthly · Last updated: February 2026
UK & Ireland Coffee Festivals
Major consumer and trade coffee festivals, sorted chronologically. Driving distances are from Harrogate (HG1). Confirmed 2026 dates shown; 2027 dates estimated from prior years where not yet announced.
Q2 — 2026
10 – 12 Apr 2026
Royal Dublin Society, Dublin, Ireland
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Ireland's premier coffee event, organised by Husky Events (official SCA Event Partner in Ireland). The 2025 edition sold out with over 99% Irish brands. Expect 50+ exhibitors, demos, workshops, a full talks and panel programme, competitions, and DJ sets.

FestivalIndustry DayConsumer
Spring 2026 (TBC — typically Apr)
The Briggait, Glasgow, Scotland
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Scotland's largest coffee festival, founded in 2014 by Dear Green Coffee's Lisa Lawson. The world's only B Corp coffee festival and single-use cup-free since 2018. Hosts the SCA UK Cup Tasters Championship, the Roast Hero competition, latte art competitions, cuppings, talks on sustainability, and workshops.

FestivalSCA UK Cup TastersRoast HeroB Corp Event
14 – 17 May 2026
The Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London E1

The UK's flagship coffee event and one of the world's largest, organised by William Reed. Over 22,000 visitors and 275+ exhibitors across four days. Two dedicated Industry Days (Thu–Fri) plus a public weekend. Highlights include Coffee Masters™, Latte Art Live, Roasters Village, Brew School, LCF Awards, workshops, street food, cocktails, and live music. Charity partner: Farm Africa.

FestivalIndustry DaysConsumerCoffee Masters™Latte Art Live
Q3 — 2026
8 – 9 Aug 2026
All Saints, The Drive, Hove, BN3
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The South's biggest independent coffee festival, established in 2019 by Husky Events and selling out annually. Local, national, and international brands across two days with multiple sessions. Hosts the UK & Ireland Filter Championships, BCF Latte Art Championships, talks and panels, plus resident DJs.

FestivalUK & Ireland Filter ChampsLatte ArtConsumer
12 Sep 2026
Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1
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A celebration of the South West's specialty coffee scene at the iconic Bristol Beacon. Features 40+ exhibitors, a Green Coffee Village, talks, workshops, and a Coffee Trail. Focus on established and emerging talent, plus discussions on diversity, mental health, and hospitality management.

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Q4 — 2026
20 – 22 Nov 2026
Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester, M17
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The North's biggest specialty coffee event, established in 2014 by Cup North / Husky Events. Local and national brands with live talks, interactive workshops, cuppings, and competitions. Hosts UK & Ireland Filter Championships (Northern Heats + Finals), MCF Latte Art Competition, and a community Brew Bar. Includes an industry session (Fri).

FestivalIndustry SessionConsumerUK Filter ChampsMCF Latte Art
Q2 — 2027 (estimated)
Apr 2027 (est.)
Royal Dublin Society, Dublin (venue TBC)
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Expected to return in April 2027 based on annual cycle. Check Husky Events for 2027 dates when announced.

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Apr 2027 (est.)
The Briggait, Glasgow (venue TBC)
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Expected to return in spring 2027. Typically hosts SCA UK Cup Tasters, Roast Hero, and latte art competitions.

FestivalSCA UK Cup TastersB Corp Event
May 2027 (est.)
The Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London E1 (TBC)

Expected mid-May 2027. Typically 4 days with 22,000+ visitors, 275+ exhibitors, Roasters Village, Coffee Masters™, and Industry Days.

FestivalIndustry DaysCoffee Masters™
Q3 — 2027 (estimated)
Aug 2027 (est.)
All Saints, Hove (TBC)
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Expected Aug 2027 based on annual cycle. Typically hosts UK & Ireland Filter Championships and BCF Latte Art Championships.

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