GLOBAL CAKE ARTISTRY SHOWS & EVENTS 2026–2027
A Worldwide Celebration of Cake Artistry, Creativity and Professional Excellence
International Event Guide | Updated 26 October 2026
The global cake artistry industry is preparing for an exciting period of international exhibitions, competitions, awards ceremonies and professional gatherings throughout the remainder of 2026 and across 2027.
From elaborate wedding cakes and realistic edible sculptures to delicate sugar flowers, chocolate showpieces and modern cake design, artists around the world continue to push the boundaries of creativity.
Across Asia, Europe, Africa, the Americas and Oceania, upcoming events will provide opportunities for professional cake artists, home bakers, pastry chefs, students, educators and suppliers to exhibit their work, develop new skills, build professional connections and gain international recognition.
This international guide highlights announced events with a particular focus on cake artistry. It also includes selected pastry and bakery industry exhibitions that may interest the wider cake community.
ASIA & THE MIDDLE EAST
Maldives — Bake & Delicacy Show 2027
7–9 January 2027 | Maldives — organiser’s published article date
The fourth edition of the Bake & Delicacy Show is planned as a celebration of cake artistry, culinary creativity, education and local baking businesses. Wedding cakes, sugar flowers, novelty cakes and live decorating activities are among the planned attractions.
India — India Bake Show 2026
4–6 December 2026 | Bengaluru
The India Bake Show will feature cake competitions, life-size edible displays, workshops, masterclasses and opportunities for home bakers and professional decorators to showcase their skills.
India — CAKE TAJ 2027
14 March 2027 | Pune — planned gala date
CAKE TAJ 2027 is being developed as an Indian cake artistry awards platform recognising artists through national award categories and the City Cake Artist of the Year competition.
The programme focuses on original cake creations, online portfolio assessment and professional recognition, with a planned grand gala celebration in Pune.
Powered by World Cake Artistry Awards.
India — CBEX & Cakeology
15–17 April 2027 | Mumbai
A combined exhibition platform bringing together the cake decorating, chocolate, pastry, confectionery and bakery sectors, providing opportunities for education, product discovery and industry networking.
United Arab Emirates — World Cake Artistry Awards 2027
7–8 June 2027 | Dubai — planned dates
The second edition of the World Cake Artistry Awards is being developed as an international celebration recognising outstanding cake artists, pastry professionals, educators, businesses and creative talent from around the world.
Founded in the Maldives, WCAA is preparing a two-day Dubai programme combining an international exhibition and tourism promotion activities with its Grand Gala Night.
The initiative has reported engagement from 79 countries, reflecting the growing international connections within cake artistry.
Philippines — WOFEX Drinks + Bakes 2027
28–30 January 2027 | Manila
The event will feature the Display Cake Competition in partnership with Cake Fiesta Manila and the Philippine Pastry Cup, alongside exhibitions and professional baking activities.
Taiwan — Taipei International Bakery Show
18–21 March 2027 | Taipei
An established bakery industry exhibition offering opportunities to explore creative baking, confectionery products, ingredients, decorating tools, equipment and emerging industry developments.
Japan — Dessert, Sweets & Bakery Exhibition 2027
13–15 April 2027 | Tokyo
A professional exhibition focusing on dessert, pastry and bakery products, ingredients, technical equipment and industry innovation.
South Korea — Korea International Bakery Fair
28 April–1 May 2027 | Seoul
Held at COEX, the exhibition will bring together bakery professionals, suppliers and industry organisations. Its programme includes product displays and related professional competitions.
China — China Pastry Cup 2027
May 2027 | Shanghai — exact dates pending
The sixth China Pastry Cup will spotlight high-level pastry craftsmanship, including sugar and chocolate showpieces, desserts and technical artistry.
Singapore — SIGEP Asia 2027
14–16 July 2027 | Singapore
SIGEP Asia will bring together international professionals across the pastry, chocolate, gelato and bakery sectors through exhibitions, demonstrations and educational activities.
Indonesia — Asia Pastry & Baking Challenge
21–24 July 2027 | Jakarta
Organised within Food & Hospitality Indonesia, the challenge features pastry and bakery competitions, including cake-shop-related categories, with an emphasis on technique, creativity and presentation.
EUROPE
United Kingdom — Cake International 2026
6–8 November 2026 | Birmingham
One of the most recognised dedicated cake decorating exhibitions, Cake International features international competition entries, sugarcraft displays, professional demonstrations and an extensive celebration of edible artistry.
United Kingdom — The Cake & Bake Show 2026
26–29 November 2026 | London
A four-day event at Olympia London featuring baking demonstrations, cake displays, hands-on workshops and product exhibitions for baking enthusiasts and professionals.
France — Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie
22–23 January 2027 | Lyon
The Pastry World Cup grand final will bring together elite national teams to demonstrate advanced pastry, chocolate and dessert craftsmanship on an international competitive stage.
Italy — SIGEP World 2027
23–27 January 2027 | Rimini
A major international meeting point for pastry, chocolate, gelato and bakery professionals. The programme includes live demonstrations, competitions, technical innovation and industry networking.
Spain — Bakery & Ice Cream Attraction 2027
16–18 February 2027 | Madrid
Part of Anuga Select Ibérica, this professional trade exhibition connects the bakery, pastry, ice cream and café sectors through business opportunities, innovation and professional development.
Poland — Expo Sweet 2027
21–24 February 2027 | Warsaw
One of the most relevant European events for decorative confectionery, Expo Sweet will host a confectionery decoration competition and exhibition featuring celebration cakes, 3D sculpted cakes, floral arrangements and other edible artistic creations.
Official competition information
Germany — CAKE & BAKE 2027
20–21 March 2027 | Dortmund
Germany’s major cake design and creative baking exhibition will feature international cake artists, workshops, live demonstrations, sugar art displays and a large cake competition.
Italy — Panettone World Championship 2027
18–23 October 2027 | Verona and Milan
An international team championship celebrating traditional Italian panettone craftsmanship, combining technical baking excellence, precision and creative presentation.
NORTH AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
Mexico — Expo Repostería & Pan MX
18–20 March 2027 | Mexico City
A professional and creative gathering featuring pastry exhibitions, cake and decorated-cookie competitions, demonstrations, masterclasses and business networking opportunities.
United States — SIGEP USA 2027
13–15 April 2027 | Las Vegas
Part of SIGEP’s international network, the US event will connect pastry, baking, gelato and foodservice businesses through exhibitions, innovation and professional networking.
Canada — Bakery Showcase 2027
25–26 April 2027 | Vancouver
A professional baking industry gathering focusing on suppliers, ingredients, equipment, business development, demonstrations and networking.
Sint Maarten — Caribbean Baking Awards 2027
23–25 July 2027 | Sint Maarten
The Caribbean Baking Awards will celebrate cake artistry and regional baking talent through live competitions, creative showcases and a red-carpet awards event.
United States — North America Pastry Championship 2027
25–26 July 2027 | New York City
The Roland Mesnier Trophy will bring together professional pastry teams from the United States and Canada for a live championship focused on technical skill, flavour, artistic creativity and presentation.
SOUTH AMERICA
Argentina — FITHEP Expoalimentaria 2027
30 May–2 June 2027 | Buenos Aires
An international exhibition for pastry, chocolate, confectionery, baking and foodservice technology, connecting Latin American professionals and businesses.
Brazil — VCA Cakes 2027
11–12 July 2027 | Vitória da Conquista
A confectionery education and business event bringing together cake professionals, entrepreneurs, brands and industry educators.
Brazil — Experience Cake Brasil 2027
7–9 September 2027 | João Pessoa
An industry gathering dedicated to confectionery, pastry education, demonstrations, professional knowledge-sharing and commercial opportunities.
AFRICA
Tanzania — Africa Bakery Expo 2027
23–25 March 2027 | Dar es Salaam
A business-focused bakery exhibition featuring baking ingredients, equipment, production technology and opportunities for industry partnerships.
Kenya — Africa Bakery Expo 2027
28–30 April 2027 | Nairobi
A regional bakery exhibition connecting suppliers, manufacturers, bakery businesses and professional buyers across East Africa.
Nigeria — Africa Bakery Expo 2027
4–6 May 2027 | Lagos
A major regional trade event focusing on bakery technology, ingredients, packaging and the commercial development of the baking sector.
Tunisia — IFSA Africa 2027
1–3 June 2027 | Tunis
The International Food Show for Africa includes a cake design competition among its associated professional and culinary events, placing edible artistry within a wider regional industry exhibition.
OCEANIA
Australia — International Cake Show Australia
2027 dates awaiting official announcement
Organised by the Australian Cake Artists & Decorators Association, the International Cake Show Australia is a dedicated celebration of cake decorating, sugarcraft, edible design and artistic collaboration.
The organisers have announced plans for a 2027 edition but have not yet published confirmed dates on their official website.
New Zealand — New Zealand Cake Decorators Conference 2027
7–9 May 2027 | Richmond, Nelson
Hosted by Nelson Cake Decorators and Sugar Artists, the conference includes cake decorating and sugar artistry activities, with competition and exhibition opportunities.
A GLOBAL INDUSTRY CONTINUING TO GROW
The international calendar demonstrates how cake artistry now connects creative professionals across national and cultural boundaries.
Dedicated competitions provide opportunities for artists to demonstrate originality, precision, artistic finishing and technical skill. Industry exhibitions, meanwhile, offer access to training, business development, modern equipment and new professional relationships.
Although each event has its own structure and eligibility requirements, they share a broader purpose: supporting the creative and professional development of people working in the world of cake and pastry.
For emerging artists, participation can offer valuable experience. For experienced professionals, international events can open doors to collaboration, education, mentorship and recognition.
LOOKING AHEAD
With major activities taking place across multiple continents, 2027 promises to be an important year for the international cake artistry community.
From Birmingham to Dubai, from Mumbai to Warsaw, and from Singapore to the Caribbean, cake artists are preparing to celebrate imagination, skill and artistic excellence.
Cake artistry is more than baking. It is a creative language that connects people, cultures and communities around the world.
Editor’s note: This guide covers publicly identified upcoming events and is not an exhaustive register of every country. Some listings are specialised cake competitions, while others are broader pastry or baking exhibitions. Dates, venues, application conditions and competition formats may change. Readers should consult each organiser’s official channels before making travel arrangements or registering.