Semarang FOOD BEVERAGE & CHEF FESTIVAL Semarang

The Semarang Food Beverage & Chef Festival (FBCF) is the leading trade fair for food, beverages, and gastronomy in Central Java, held annually. Organized by PT. Wahana Kemalaniaga Makmur (WAKENI), the event takes place at the Muladi Dome of the Diponegoro University Convention Center in Semarang, bringing together key players from across Indonesia’s food and beverage industry. More than just a business hub, the festival also serves as a cultural showcase for Indonesia’s rich culinary diversity, creativity, and spirit of innovation.

FBCF goes beyond the concept of a traditional trade show. It is a stage for emerging food trends, a platform for pioneering technologies in the hospitality sector, and a space where culinary artistry can be experienced firsthand. The event is tailored to meet the specific needs of the Southeast Asian market, with a focus on topics such as plant-based nutrition, functional foods, sustainable packaging solutions, and Halal-certified products—particularly relevant given Indonesia’s status as the world’s largest Muslim-majority country.

The fair offers valuable insights into key industry areas including kitchen technology, temperature-controlled logistics, digital solutions for hospitality and retail, and the latest standards in food safety. A highlight of the event is its interactive program: live cooking shows with acclaimed chefs from across the Indonesian archipelago, culinary competitions, as well as practical expert talks and workshops.

What sets the festival apart is its strong connection to the city of Semarang. As a historic port and cultural hub of Java, Semarang offers excellent infrastructure and symbolizes the ethnic, geographical, and culinary diversity of the nation. The modern Muladi Dome is easily accessible and located at the heart of one of Indonesia’s foremost academic institutions—Diponegoro University.

FBCF is designed for trade professionals from all sectors of the food and beverage industry: from producers, restaurateurs, retailers, and importers to distributors and decision-makers from the hotel industry, packaging, logistics, and system catering. Exhibitors range from innovative start-ups to established market leaders, presenting future-oriented products and services that help shape the development of the F&B sector in Southeast Asia.

Thanks to Semarang’s excellent transport connectivity—by rail, air, or road—the festival is easily accessible for both national and international visitors. The state-of-the-art venue provides an ideal setting for business networking, fresh inspiration, and culinary exploration.

The Semarang FOOD BEVERAGE & CHEF FESTIVAL will take place on 3 days from Thursday, 17. July to Saturday, 19. July 2025 in Semarang.