Vienna Coffee Festival 2027 – Austria

What to expect in 2027

Vienna Coffee Festival 2027 will take place from 10–12 September 2027 at Marx Halle in Vienna, bringing together specialty coffee roasters, baristas, coffee producers, equipment manufacturers, cafés, food businesses and coffee enthusiasts for three days of tastings, demonstrations, competitions, talks and workshops. The official festival has already confirmed the 2027 dates and the return to Marx Halle.

The festival is built around the idea of experiencing coffee from different perspectives. Visitors can taste specialty coffees, meet roasters and producers, compare brewing methods, learn about espresso preparation, discover home-barista equipment and watch professional competitions. The programme also traditionally combines coffee with food, beverages, music and the wider café culture of Vienna.

The 2026 edition provides a strong indication of the scale visitors can expect in 2027. More than 10,000 people attended the 2026 festival, while the event reached a record 110 exhibitors. The festival also featured the reigning World Barista Champion Jack Simpson as a guest, alongside Austrian roasteries, international coffee companies, equipment brands and specialty coffee specialists.

The 2027 exhibitor list and detailed programme are expected to be announced progressively. Visitors should therefore expect the programme to develop closer to September, with individual roasters, machine manufacturers, workshops, Open Stage sessions and competition details added as arrangements are confirmed.

The festival is suitable for different types of visitors. A casual coffee drinker can use it to discover new flavours and brewing methods, while experienced home baristas can investigate grinders, espresso machines and accessories. Coffee professionals can also use the event to meet suppliers, producers and other people working across the coffee industry.

Event dates

Vienna Coffee Festival 2027 is scheduled for Friday, 10 September, Saturday, 11 September and Sunday, 12 September 2027. The official festival website has confirmed these dates and states that the event will once again take place at Marx Halle in Vienna.

The precise opening hours for 2027 have not yet been published. The 2026 festival opened from 13:00 to 18:00 on Friday, 10:00 to 18:00 on Saturday and 10:00 to 17:00 on Sunday according to Vienna’s official tourism information.

The three-day structure allows visitors to choose between a shorter visit and a full weekend coffee experience. Friday can be useful for people who want to start early in the festival weekend, while Saturday generally provides a full day for exploring exhibitors, workshops and competitions.

Sunday can be particularly useful for visitors interested in the final competition activities and a more relaxed end to the festival weekend. The exact 2027 timetable should be checked once the organizers publish the official programme.

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Venue & festival site

The Vienna Coffee Festival 2027 will be held at Marx Halle, Karl-Farkas-Gasse 19, 1030 Vienna. The venue has become the festival’s established home and provides a large indoor environment suitable for exhibitors, coffee bars, workshops, competitions, food areas and audience spaces.

The large industrial-style hall provides enough space for different festival zones rather than placing every exhibitor into one conventional exhibition area. Previous festival layouts have included areas such as a Roaster Village, Newcomer Market, food zones, competition areas, an Open Stage, coffee bars, workshop spaces and equipment exhibitors.

This layout allows visitors to move between tasting and educational activities throughout the day. The festival is not simply a collection of coffee stands; it is designed as an interactive experience where visitors can watch preparation techniques, speak to exhibitors and take part in scheduled activities.

The 2027 hall plan is expected to be published closer to the festival. Visitors who want to plan their route should check the official website for the final floor plan and exhibitor locations before arrival.

Full food & drink programme

Coffee remains the central product at the Vienna Coffee Festival, but food and complementary beverages are an important part of the festival atmosphere. The official Vienna tourism description specifically identifies food and music as part of the overall experience.

The exact 2027 food programme has not yet been announced. Based on the 2026 format, visitors can expect food vendors, café-style offerings and products designed to complement coffee consumption.

Coffee-focused food experiences may include pastries, baked goods, cakes, sweet treats and savoury options suitable for breakfast or lunch. The combination of coffee and bakery products is particularly relevant to Vienna’s long-standing café culture.

The festival can also include non-coffee drinks and partner beverages. In 2026, Budweiser Budvar participated as a festival partner, while milk and plant-based alternatives were also represented through partners and exhibitors.

The final 2027 food and beverage list should be confirmed through the official programme because individual vendors and partners can change from one edition to another.

Featured foods & specialties

The food side of the Vienna Coffee Festival is designed to complement the main coffee experience. Visitors can expect products that work naturally with espresso, filter coffee, cappuccino and other specialty drinks.

Likely food highlights include:

• Viennese pastries: Traditional bakery products provide a natural connection between Vienna’s café culture and specialty coffee.
• Cakes and sweet treats: Coffee-friendly desserts and cakes can accompany different roast profiles and brewing styles.
• Breakfast options: Visitors attending morning sessions can expect suitable bakery and café-style foods.
• Savoury foods: Food areas can provide more substantial options for visitors spending several hours at the festival.
• Coffee-inspired products: Specialty coffee can also appear in desserts, drinks and other culinary creations.
• International flavours: The festival’s international exhibitor community can bring food and beverage influences from different coffee cultures.

The 2027 food vendors have not yet been fully announced, so these should be treated as expected categories rather than a confirmed vendor-by-vendor menu.

Restaurants, vendors & producers

The festival’s exhibitor community includes coffee roasters, green coffee companies, machine manufacturers, grinders and accessory brands, cafés and other businesses connected with specialty coffee.

The 2026 edition reached 110 exhibitors, representing a record for the festival under the new organizers Lefor & Oberbauer. The organizers specifically highlighted established roasteries, newcomers to the coffee scene and equipment and accessory partners.

The 2026 exhibitor community included businesses such as All I Need, Alpro, Amore Caffé Perfetto, Bärnstein Green Coffee, Bellabean, Bohnendealer, Brita, Cacaofè, Coffee Revolution, CoffeePirates, Cottage Roasters, Cupping Studio and D stands for Decaf. The 2027 exhibitor list will determine which of these businesses return.

Visitors can expect the producer side of the festival to cover the complete coffee chain, from green coffee and roasting to brewing equipment and the final cup.

This makes the event useful for both consumers and professionals. Someone looking to upgrade a home espresso setup can compare machines and grinders, while coffee enthusiasts can discover roasters and origins that may not be widely available elsewhere.

Wine, beer & beverage selection

Wine is not a primary focus of the Vienna Coffee Festival. Coffee, specialty beverages and café culture dominate the event.

Beer can have a supporting role. In 2026, Budweiser Budvar participated as a festival partner, reflecting the festival’s broader food-and-drink environment beyond coffee.

Milk is another important part of the coffee experience. The 2026 festival featured a local dairy partner supplying fresh milk for cappuccino preparation, while plant-based alternatives were also represented through partners such as Alpro.

Visitors can also expect alternative coffee preparations and non-alcoholic drinks. Previous programming has included cold brew, filter coffee, espresso, AeroPress and pour-over methods, giving visitors an opportunity to compare different approaches to coffee preparation.

The exact 2027 beverage partners will be confirmed closer to the festival.

Tastings, cooking demos & workshops

Tastings and workshops are among the main attractions of the Vienna Coffee Festival. Visitors can learn about coffee origins, roasting, brewing, extraction, equipment and sensory evaluation.

Cupping is particularly important because it allows visitors to compare coffees from different origins, processing methods and roast profiles. The 2026 programme included coffees from Uganda, Vietnam, Brazil, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Ethiopia, Colombia and Panama.

The Open Stage also provides educational programming. In 2026, sessions covered topics including climate change, coffee origin, sustainability, raw-material markets, innovation and the future of the coffee industry. International experts, scientists, producers, roasters, baristas and entrepreneurs participated in the programme.

Demonstrations can include espresso preparation, milk foaming, filter brewing and other brewing techniques. Previous festival programming also included an Ethiopian coffee ceremony, where green beans were roasted, ground and brewed traditionally.

Workshop participation may require separate registration. In 2026, some workshops cost approximately $23.40 based on the published €20 participation fee, while other public activities such as the Ethiopian coffee ceremony were free to attend.

Ticket types & entry options

The official 2027 ticket prices have not yet been announced. For reference, the 2026 festival offered advance tickets at approximately $16.38 for regular visitors and $14.04 for reduced admission. Day tickets at the event were approximately $18.72 regular and $16.38 reduced.

Reduced admission in 2026 applied to students and school pupils up to age 27, pensioners, people with disabilities and their necessary accompanying person, as well as SCA members. Children up to 12 years were reported as receiving free admission through Vienna’s official tourism information.

The 2027 ticket structure may change, so these previous-edition prices should be used only as a guide until the official ticket sale opens.

Visitors should distinguish between the general festival admission ticket and individual workshops or specialist experiences. Some programme activities may require separate registration or payment.

VIP & premium experiences

A separate VIP ticket package for the 2027 festival has not yet been announced.

The festival’s premium experiences are more closely connected with specialist education and direct access to coffee professionals. Guided cuppings, specialist workshops, producer conversations and professional demonstrations can provide a deeper experience than simply walking through the exhibitor area.

The 2026 programme included specialist cuppings with international coffees, professional talks and competitions involving Specialty Coffee Association participants. The festival also welcomed reigning World Barista Champion Jack Simpson, who appeared on stage and demonstrated skills directly behind the espresso machine.

Visitors interested in premium or specialist experiences should monitor the 2027 programme when workshop registration and detailed session information become available.

Event rules

Visitors should follow the festival’s published entry conditions and the instructions of staff, exhibitors and security personnel.

Coffee tastings can involve hot beverages, espresso equipment, boiling water and electrical machinery. Visitors should take care around preparation stations and follow staff instructions when participating in demonstrations.

Some workshops and specialist sessions may have limited capacity and require advance registration. Visitors should arrive before their scheduled session and check the individual activity requirements.

The festival may also photograph or film activities for promotional and documentation purposes. Visitors should follow the venue’s applicable rules and any instructions displayed at the entrance.

Because the event is held in a large indoor hall, visitors should also be considerate of other attendees, especially around busy tasting counters and competition areas.

How to get there

Marx Halle is located at Karl-Farkas-Gasse 19 in Vienna’s 3rd district. The venue is in the Neu Marx area and is connected to Vienna’s public transportation network.

Visitors arriving from central Vienna can use the U-Bahn and tram network before continuing on foot or by connecting bus services.

The venue’s location also makes it accessible from Vienna’s major railway stations. Visitors arriving at Wien Hauptbahnhof or Wien Mitte can use Vienna’s extensive public transport network to reach the surrounding area.

International visitors arriving at Vienna International Airport can travel into Vienna by rail or airport bus before continuing to Marx Halle by public transport.

Using public transport is particularly convenient for festival visitors because it avoids the difficulty of finding parking near the large event venue.

Public transport & parking

Public transport is the most practical way to reach Marx Halle. Nearby connections include U3 stations such as Schlachthausgasse and Erdberg, while tram line 71 serves the St. Marx area. Other nearby services and bus connections can be used depending on the visitor’s starting point.

The Neu Marx location has several public transport options within walking distance of the venue. Visitors should use the Wiener Linien journey planner to identify the fastest connection on the day of their visit.

Parking is available in the wider area, but spaces close to Marx Halle can become limited during major events. Visitors travelling by car should allow additional time for parking and walking to the entrance.

Visitors attending coffee tastings should consider public transportation rather than relying on private vehicles, particularly if they plan to spend several hours at the festival and sample a wide range of beverages.

Accommodation areas

The central districts of Vienna are convenient for visitors attending the Vienna Coffee Festival because Marx Halle is located only a short public-transport journey from the city centre.

Accommodation around the 3rd district, Landstraße, Wien Mitte and the area around Praterstern can provide relatively convenient access to the venue while also offering restaurants, cafés and transport connections.

Visitors who want to combine the festival with sightseeing can stay in central Vienna around Stephansplatz, Innere Stadt, Karlsplatz or the MuseumsQuartier. These areas provide extensive hotel choices and straightforward public-transport connections to Marx Halle.

The area around Vienna Central Station is another practical choice for international visitors because it has strong railway connections and easy access to the city’s U-Bahn and tram network.

Booking accommodation ahead of the September festival weekend is recommended, especially for visitors planning to stay for all three days.

Food & drink highlights

The central attraction is specialty coffee, but the festival offers much more than tasting individual cups.

Key highlights include:

• Specialty coffee: Discover different origins, roast styles and processing methods.
• Espresso: Watch professional baristas prepare espresso and learn about extraction.
• Filter coffee: Explore pour-over, AeroPress and other manual brewing approaches.
• Cold brew: Discover cold extraction and chilled coffee styles.
• Milk-based drinks: Compare cappuccino preparation and milk-foaming techniques.
• Plant-based alternatives: Explore alternative milk options used in modern cafés.
• Coffee and food: Pair specialty drinks with pastries, bakery products and festival food.
• International coffee cultures: Experience coffee traditions from different producing countries.

The festival’s cupping programme is particularly valuable for visitors who want to understand how origin, processing and variety can change flavour. The 2026 programme demonstrated this international scope with coffees from several producing regions.

Accessibility

Marx Halle is an indoor event venue, and the festival is designed to accommodate a broad public audience. The 2026 ticket policy specifically included reduced admission for people with disabilities and a necessary accompanying person.

Visitors with mobility requirements should check the latest venue accessibility information and contact the festival organizers before arrival if they require specific assistance.

The large festival environment can become busy during peak periods, particularly around popular roasters, competitions and Open Stage sessions. Visitors who require more space or a quieter experience may prefer less busy periods.

Accessibility arrangements for the 2027 edition should be confirmed directly with the organizers once the final visitor information is published.

Best days to attend

Friday, 10 September 2027 is a useful choice for visitors who want to begin the festival early in the weekend and potentially experience professional and industry-oriented programming. The 2026 Friday programme included Open Stage talks, tastings and the beginning of the main festival programme.

Saturday, 11 September is likely to be useful for visitors who want a full festival day. The 2026 Saturday programme included multiple cupping sessions, international coffee presentations, demonstrations and specialist activities.

Sunday, 12 September may appeal to visitors interested in the final competitions and closing programme. In 2026, the final day included SCA national championship activities, with competition titles awarded before the festival concluded.

For visitors who want the broadest possible experience, attending more than one day allows additional time for cuppings, workshops, exhibitors and competitions. The exact 2027 timetable will determine which sessions are available on each day.

Previous year’s highlights

The 2026 Vienna Coffee Festival was a record edition, attracting more than 10,000 visitors and 110 exhibitors at Marx Halle. It was also the first edition organized by Lefor & Oberbauer under the new festival management.

The festival welcomed reigning World Barista Champion Jack Simpson from Australia, who appeared on the Open Stage and demonstrated coffee preparation behind the espresso machine. His participation added an international competition perspective to the event.

The 2026 programme introduced Actionpoints at exhibitor stands and a new festival app containing the hall map, timetable, exhibitor profiles and Actionpoint collection. This added an interactive element to the traditional exhibition and tasting format.

The Open Stage covered subjects ranging from traditional Viennese coffeehouses and specialty coffee culture to sustainability, origin, innovation, hospitality and the future of the coffee industry. The programme included international experts, producers, roasters, baristas and industry representatives.

The 2026 cupping programme also provided an international tour through coffee-producing regions, with sessions featuring Uganda, Vietnam, Brazil, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Ethiopia, Colombia and Panama.

The festival concluded with Specialty Coffee Association national championship titles. Julian Tomala won the Latte Art title, while Madalin Truica was identified as Austria’s national Barista champion and representative at the 2027 World Championship in Tokyo.

These 2026 highlights provide an indication of the scale and diversity of the 2027 edition, although the 2027 exhibitors, speakers, competitions and programme should be treated as subject to confirmation.

Official tickets

Official 2027 ticket sales and final ticket prices have not yet been published. The festival’s official website has already confirmed the 10–12 September 2027 dates and Marx Halle as the venue.

The 2026 advance ticket was approximately $16.38 for regular admission and approximately $14.04 for reduced admission. The 2026 day ticket was approximately $18.72 regular and approximately $16.38 reduced. These previous-edition prices provide a reference point only and should not be treated as confirmed 2027 prices.

Official festival website: Vienna Coffee Festival (https://viennacoffeefestival.cc/)

Visitors should use the official website for the 2027 ticket announcement, programme updates, exhibitor information, workshop registration and final opening hours.