Food Service Professionals Association Show 2027

The FSPA is proud to announce the planning of its inaugural annual show, scheduled to take place in 2027 in Johannesburg. This landmark event is envisioned as one of the largest exhibitions for commercial food service equipment on the African continent, bringing together industry professionals, suppliers, manufacturers, and innovators from across the hospitality and catering sectors. Extensive preparations are already underway as the FSPA coordinates exhibitors, logistics, and educational content to ensure the event delivers a truly world-class platform for showcasing the latest advancements in professional kitchen technology and catering equipment.

The exhibition will focus on food service operations across hospitality, retail, healthcare, and educational catering environments, making it highly relevant to restaurant owners, franchisors, franchisees, chefs, facility managers, institutional caterers, and aspiring food entrepreneurs. Designed as a vibrant industry meeting place, the show will provide visitors with an opportunity to explore new ideas, compare equipment solutions, and engage directly with manufacturers, distributors, and technical specialists. Beyond the impressive displays of equipment and technology, the event will also highlight the operational challenges and opportunities shaping modern food service, offering valuable insights for both established operators and those entering the industry.

Visitors can expect to discover an extensive range of commercial kitchen equipment and catering solutions from many of the world’s most respected manufacturers, presented alongside leading local suppliers and distributors. The show floor will showcase advanced cooking systems, refrigeration technologies, food preparation equipment, and high-performance warewashing solutions widely used in professional kitchens throughout North America and Europe, demonstrating the global standards of equipment and innovation available to African operators.

Suppliers, distributors, and manufacturers interested in exhibiting at this landmark event are encouraged to stay posted for updates or contact the FSPA directly above for information on exhibition opportunities, sponsorships, and participation in what promises to become one of the most important gatherings for the food service industry in the region.