The 19th China Frozen and Refrigerated Food Expo

The 19th China Frozen and Refrigerated Food Expo (Zhengzhou) is scheduled to take place from August 8–10, 2026 at the Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center, Henan, China.

This expo adopts a diversified layout featuring "one comprehensive exhibition plus four specialized zones." Through this integrated exhibition model, the showcase of the industry chain becomes more complete, granular, professional, and efficient, offering exhibitors and attendees one-stop industry solutions.

At the same time, the event continues with the core theme of "Frozen Products + New Ecosystem: A New Future for the Entire Chain." By deeply connecting the industry, product, supply, and sales chains—and leveraging Zhengzhou’s strategic location as a central transport hub connecting ten provinces—the expo aims to create an industrial ecosystem hub that radiates across Central China and links the entire nation.

Event Name: The 19th China Frozen and Refrigerated Food Expo (Zhengzhou)

Date: August 8–10, 2026

Venue: Zhengzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center, Henan, China

Exhibition Scope

This year's exhibition covers the entire industry chain, featuring products and technologies spanning from raw materials and processing to end-consumer applications:

Finished Food Products: Frozen rice and flour-based products, hot pot and BBQ ingredients, aquatic products and meats, prepared dishes (pre-cooked meals), frozen bakery items, coffee and tea beverage ingredients, snacks and leisure foods, frozen fruits and vegetables, and seasonings and condiments.

Processing & Packaging: Food processing equipment, packaging machinery and materials, central kitchen equipment, and cooking robots.

Cold Chain & Technology: Cold chain logistics technology, cold storage construction, and warehousing equipment.

Concurrent Exhibitions

This year's exhibition adopts a "1 Comprehensive + 4 Specialized" exhibition model, featuring the Refrigerated Food Expo as the core platform, alongside four vertically-focused specialized exhibitions held concurrently, enabling comprehensive coverage from general display to niche segments.

"1 Comprehensive" – Core Platform

The 19th China Refrigerated Food Expo (Zhengzhou): As the main event, it brings together a full range of frozen products, including frozen rice and flour-based products, hot pot and BBQ ingredients, aquatic products and meats, prepared dishes (pre-cooked meals), frozen bakery items, seasonings and condiments, creating a one-stop comprehensive sourcing and trading platform for the frozen and refrigerated food industry.

"4 Specialized" – Four Vertically-Focused Exhibitions

Zhengzhou Coffee & Tea Culture Festival – Bakery, Pastry & Light Meals Expo: Focuses on specialty coffee, new-style tea beverages, bakery and pastry products, and light meals, showcasing trendy beverages, premium baked goods, and light dining options, while exploring cross-sector integration opportunities with frozen foods.

2026 China (Zhengzhou) Foodservice Supply Chain & Franchising Expo: Designed for restaurant brands and entrepreneurs, it provides a one-stop matching platform covering food ingredient supply, equipment and technology, and brand franchising, helping brands expand their networks and entrepreneurs find viable business opportunities.

China Food Processing & Packaging Equipment / Cold Chain Logistics & Technology Expo: Dedicated to upstream manufacturing technologies and equipment, featuring food processing machinery, packaging equipment and materials, cold chain logistics solutions, and cold storage construction, providing the essential technological backbone for the frozen food industry.

Zhengzhou Hot Pot & BBQ Ingredients Expo: Focusing on two of the most dynamic dining categories—hot pot and barbecue—it showcases a wide range of hot pot ingredients, BBQ products, seasonings, and related supplies, serving as an efficient product sourcing platform for foodservice professionals.

In addition, the expo has entered into a strategic partnership with 2026 HOTELEX Zhengzhou International Hospitality Equipment & Foodservice Exhibition, co-locating both events at the same venue, bringing in broader foodservice supply chain resources such as hotel supplies and tableware, further expanding the exhibition ecosystem.

Disclaimer: This article is compiled from publicly available information for reference only. Exhibition schedules and event details are subject to the latest announcements from the organizers.