BUYER/ATTENDEE REGISTRATION

Buyer/Attendee Registration

The Americas Food & Beverage Show & Conference is a private trade show open to the trade only and not open to the public. Please read Show Rules below.  Register as a Non-Exhibiting Buyer/Attendee today, see our registration options below.

Early Bird Registration

Ends July 31st

Includes:

  • Trade Show Floor Access
  • Access to Center Stage and Beverage Demo Stage
  • Access to Conference Sessions

$95 USD

Click Here to Register

Customer Support

If you have any issues or have any questions regarding your registration, please contact: customersupport@wtcmiami.org

NEW – BUYER PROGRAM Registration

The AFB Show is offering qualified U.S. and international buyers from the food and beverage. Application required.

Includes:

  • Complimentary Registration
  • Access to Buyers Lounge
  • Access to conference and workshop sessions
  • Dedicated Registration Counter
Click Here to Apply

VIP HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM

Approval is required – space is limited. Only top-tier decision-makers with significant purchasing power are selected to participate. VIP Hosted Buyers must commit to booking meetings with exhibitors at the Show.

VIP Hosted Buyers receive:
  • Complimentary hotel accommodation during Show dates
  • Complimentary Registration
  • Access to Buyers Lounge
  • Dedicated Registration Counter

Click Here To See Requirements

Important Links:

  • Click here for Show Schedule
  • Click Here to view Exhibitors
  • Click Here to view Show Floor
  • Click here to view Conference Schedule (coming soon!)
  • Click here to view Center Stage Schedule (coming soon!)
  • Click here to view Beverage Demo Schedule (coming soon!)

For International Guests

Visa Information

The following information should help assist you in your travel planning to the 2025 Americas Food and Beverage Show & Conference. If you are an international visitor or exhibitor at 2025 Americas Food and Beverage Show & Conference,  please be aware current wait times for first-time visa appointments and visa renewals in some countries range from one month up to a year.

Click here to👉 Find out if you need a visa to travel to the USA:

Wait times depend on location and time of year, but you can find specific procedures and estimated wait times by checking your U.S. Embassy/Consulate’s website.

Visa Invitation Letter Request Form

Press/Media/Blogger/Social Media

Registration is complimentary upon approval from Show management. 

Press: Classified as working journalists in print, broadcast and digital media for established trade or consumer publications, online or broadcast media outlets. This includes reporters, writers, editors, producers, photographers and camera crews.

Freelancers: Must have published or broadcast within the past 12 months on topics related to the food & beverage industry. Please submit clips or a link to articles as part of the badge registration process. If on assignment, please include a letter of assignment from a publication.

Bloggers: Must provide evidence that they have been active and blogging for at least 12 months on topics related to the industry. Please upload links to blog and postings as part of the registration process.

Social media influencers (those who do not have a qualifying blog but own and manage a social media account of 2,000 or more followers on at least one social network: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube) will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis based on content relevance and quality.

Media Services: Publishers, media execs, or media sales for an outlet that has relevance to the industry. Proof of business and title are required as part of the registration process.

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Show Rules

  • To be admitted, you must be of 18 years of age or older and must provide documentation reflecting a direct and professional affiliation in the industry.
  • For the Trade only.
  • Possession of luggage, cases with wheels, strollers, etc. are not permitted on the exhibition floor at any time.
  • Smoking is not permitted inside of the facility so buyers must exit the building and smoke in designated areas.
  • Exhibitors must grant permission to buyers before photos of their products can be taken.
  • Videotaping or personal recording is not permitted at the show without show management authorization unless you are a member of the media and properly registered as such.
  • No entity or individual is permitted to display or demonstrate its products or services, or distribute promotional materials in the exhibit hall, hallways, corridors or any associated space. Violating these policies constitute trespassing and will result in the immediate removal of the person and its associated materials.
  • Inappropriate behavior will not be allowed anywhere in the facility and for the protection of all participants, show management reserves the right to revoke registration badges and show security will escort individual(s) outside of the exhibition hall and premises.
  • Removal of samples from exhibit halls is prohibited.
  • Soliciting on the show floor by attendees is prohibited.

Americas Food & Beverage Show – Programa VIP de Compradores Invitados

Se requiere aprobación previa y solicitud

El Programa de Compradores Invitados de la Americas Food & Beverage Show está diseñado para conectar a compradores de alto nivel con los principales proveedores globales de alimentos y bebidas en un entorno altamente curado y eficiente. La participación es únicamente por aprobación, basada en una evaluación rigurosa de las credenciales y el rol profesional de cada solicitante. Las solicitudes incompletas o la falta de documentación requerida resultarán en la descalificación.

¿Quiénes deben postularse?
Aceptamos solicitudes de profesionales establecidos en EE. UU. e internacionales que sean:

  • Importadores y exportadores de alimentos
  • Mayoristas de abarrotes y grandes minoristas de alimentos
  • Distribuidores y minoristas especializados
  • Fabricantes y proveedores/operadores de servicios alimentarios

Los participantes elegibles deben ser ejecutivos de alto nivel o responsables de toma de decisiones directamente involucrados en la compra, abastecimiento, negociaciones u operaciones de importación.

Beneficios del Programa:

Los Compradores Invitados reciben una serie de beneficios exclusivos diseñados para mejorar su experiencia y maximizar sus oportunidades comerciales, entre ellos:

  • Registro gratuito al evento
  • Acceso anticipado al piso de exhibición cada día para oportunidades exclusivas
  • Acceso exclusivo al Salón de Compradores y espacios para reuniones B2B
  • Mostrador de registro exclusivo para agilizar el proceso y asistencia personalizada
  • Servicio gratuito de guardarropa y maletas para su comodidad
  • Invitación a la recepción VIP de networking, con expositores destacados y líderes de la industria
  • Alojamiento cubierto para compradores seleccionados durante las fechas del evento

Con más de 750 expositores de más de 25 países, la Americas Food & Beverage Show es el principal evento comercial enfocado exclusivamente en profesionales de la industria de alimentos y bebidas. El evento atrae a más de 10,000 tomadores de decisiones, incluyendo compradores, importadores, distribuidores y minoristas—convirtiéndolo en una poderosa plataforma para abastecer productos, explorar tendencias y formar alianzas estratégicas.

Postúlese ahora para formar parte de este programa exclusivo y obtenga acceso directo al encuentro más influyente de profesionales de alimentos y bebidas en las Américas.

Postúlese Hoy

Americas Food & Beverage Show – VIP Hosted Buyers Program

Advance Approval and Application Required

The Hosted Buyers Program at the Americas Food & Beverage Show is designed to connect high-level buyers with top global food and beverage suppliers in a highly curated and efficient setting. Participation is by approval only, based on a thorough evaluation of each applicant’s credentials and professional role. Incomplete applications or failure to provide required documentation will result in disqualification.

Who Should Apply:

We welcome applications from established U.S. and international:

  • Food importers and exporters
  • Grocery wholesalers and major food retailers
  • Distributors and specialty retailers
  • Manufacturers and foodservice providers/operators

Eligible participants must be senior-level executives or decision-makers directly involved in purchasing, sourcing, negotiations, or import operations.

Program Benefits:

Hosted Buyers receive a range of exclusive benefits designed to enhance their experience and maximize business opportunities, including:

  • Complimentary Show Registration
  • Early access to the show floor each day for first-look
    opportunities
  • Exclusive access to the Show Buyers Lounge and B2B meeting
    spaces
  • Dedicated check-in counter for expedited registration and
    support
  • Complimentary bag and coat check for convenience
  • Invitation to the VIP networking reception, featuring top-tier
    exhibitors and industry leaders
  • Hotel accommodations covered for select buyers during show
    dates

With over 750 exhibitors from 25+ countries, the Americas Food & Beverage Show is the premier trade event focused exclusively on food and beverage industry professionals. The show attracts more than 10,000 decision-makers, including buyers, importers, distributors, and retailers—making it a powerful platform to source products, explore trends, and form strategic partnerships.

Apply now to be part of this exclusive program and unlock direct access to the most influential gathering of food and beverage professionals in the Americas.

Apply Today!