WHAT’S ON
ROASTERS IN RESIDENCE
NEW in 2026 – Our Roasters in Residence featuring four of the world’s most influential and forward-thinking coffee roasters. This dedicated space inside the festival lets you meet your international coffee heroes and taste rare, exceptional coffees not usually found in this part of the world. It's a unique chance to experience the creativity, passion, and forward thinking of some of the world’s most exciting roasters.
ROASTERS VILLAGE
Explore the best coffees the Nordics has to offer! The Roasters Village brings together over 30 leading roasters, giving you the chance to explore a wide range of coffees, all in one setting. Taste exceptional brews, meet the people behind them, and experience firsthand the diversity and quality of the region’s roasting scene — all free to try.
THE BARISTA SCHOOL
Level up your coffee skills with a hands-on, 30-minute session led by a professional barista. Whether you're curious about espresso, latte art, pour-over, or batch brew, each session offers a focused, practical experience tailored to your interests — perfect for beginners and seasoned enthusiasts alike.
CUPPING SPACE
Join guided tastings led by industry experts and explore coffees from top importers and producers. Cuppings run throughout the day and are free to attend — a unique chance to discover some of the most exciting coffees available right now and learn more about what sets them apart.
MAIN STAGE
The Main Stage hosts some of the most interesting voices in coffee today — from producers and baristas to industry leaders. Whether you're just getting into coffee or deep into the craft, expect talks and demos covering everything from how coffee is grown to choosing the right gear. Open to everyone and packed with insights.
INDUSTRY STAGE
The coffee industry is entering a period of intense change. From climate instability and price volatility to shifting global demand and trade disruptions — the next five years will be decisive.
On the Industry Stage, we’re creating space for open, forward-thinking conversations about what comes next — and what needs to change.
What’s a coffee festival without a bit of competition? Nordic’s Best Roaster is a peer-assessed, no-compromise challenge that puts real-world roasting skills to the test. Ten of the region’s top roasters go head-to-head for the title — judged by no other than themselves along with invited fellow experts. While the competition happens behind the scenes, the winner will be revealed live on the Main Stage, Sunday afternoon, as the festival comes to a close.
Have your say in the Nordics Best Roaster competition! Join the judging process and help crown the Public’s Choice winner.
At the festival, you’ll have the chance to blind cup all competing coffees and vote for your favourite. The winner will be revealed live on the Main Stage during the Best Roaster final — Sunday afternoon.
FOOD & DRINK
Head to our Food Court for a taste of the best street food Gothenburg has to offer, perfectly paired with a selection of delicious drinks. Come hungry—you won’t leave disappointed!
SUSTAINABILITY AT THE FESTIVAL
No single-use items, ceramic cups to borrow, and careful waste tracking — we're committed to lowering our environmental impact.
With your help, we’re aiming to beat last year’s emissions. Let’s do even better, together.
THE BARISTA SCHOOL
LEARN TO BREW WITH AN EXPERT-LEAD MASTERCLASS
Level up your coffee skills with a hands-on, 30-minute session led by a professional barista. Perfect for beginners and seasoned enthusiasts alike.
CUPPING SPACE
TASTE THE MOST EXCITING COFFEES RIGHT NOW
Join guided tastings for a unique chance to discover some of the most exciting coffees available right now and learn more about what sets them apart.
THE MAIN STAGE
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT COFFEE TODAY
Expect talks and demos covering everything from how coffee is grown to choosing the right gear. Open to everyone and packed with insights.
ROASTERS VILLAGE
EXPLORE THE BEST COFFEES THE NORDIC HAS TO OFFER
Taste exceptional brews, meet the people behind them, and experience firsthand the diversity and quality of the region’s roasting scene — all free to try.
CUPPING SPACE
TASTE THE MOST EXCITING COFFEES RIGHT NOW
Join guided tastings for a unique chance to discover some of the most exciting coffees available right now and learn more about what sets them apart.
Nordic Coffee Fest is produced by Ordna Event Agency, the people behind The Barista League and High Density.