Gourmet Festival Düsseldorf

The Gourmet Festival, founded in 2011, is much more than a traditional food fair. It represents a unique, plant-based gourmet and lifestyle experience in the heart of the city. The festival’s name stands for culinary sophistication, sustainable living, and contemporary enjoyment, bringing together exclusive cuisine and inspiring culinary artistry in a special way. Once a year, the renowned Königsallee—Düsseldorf’s lively promenade—becomes a magnet for gourmets, food enthusiasts, industry experts, and all those who appreciate an innovative, vegan-oriented lifestyle.

The festival is organized by Wellfairs GmbH, a renowned company known for its professional event management and keen sense of current food trends. The event serves as a platform for exceptional products and services: visitors discover plant-based alternatives to meat, fish, dairy, and cheese, as well as creative snacks, exclusive delicacies, vegan cosmetics, sustainable fashion, and modern kitchen and household appliances. The offerings are further enriched by contributions from the fields of sports, health, leisure, nutrition counseling, media, and literature, all of which together promote a forward-thinking lifestyle.

The festival maintains a strong connection to Düsseldorf and the surrounding region. Many exhibitors come from the local area, highlighting the event’s deep roots within the city. Regional specialties, innovative street food concepts, and the inclusion of emerging businesses create a modern, creative atmosphere at the festival. The event appeals to both private gourmets and professional visitors, including decision-makers and trendsetters from gastronomy, hospitality, and retail.

As part of a regional event series that also takes place in cities such as Mönchengladbach and Cologne, the Düsseldorf festival sets its own distinctive accents. What makes this event in the center of one of Germany’s most dynamic cities truly special is the combination of top-class cuisine, modern lifestyle, and an urban atmosphere. Its central location on the Königsallee ensures easy accessibility, whether by public transport or by car.

The Gourmet Festival Düsseldorf, held annually as a leading trade fair, embodies enjoyment, sustainability, and innovation. Deeply rooted in the city’s way of life, it inspires both visitors and exhibitors with new ideas and current culinary trends.

The Gourmet Festival takes place annually, and therefore for the 14th time previsibly in August 2026 in Düsseldorf.