WHAT’S ON
ROASTERS IN RESIDENCE
NEW in 2026 - This dedicated space inside
the festival lets you meet specially invited global coffee heroes, and taste rare, exceptional coffees not usually found in this part of the world.
COFFEE FARMING 101
Hester Syoum - Westerveld from Bette Buna unpacks the essentials of coffee farming and the sustainability woven into every step—from bean to cup. See her session on the main stage!
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.
The Barista School is the perfect learning
ground for beginners and seasoned enthusiasts alike. Pre-booking is needed.
TASTE COFFEE LIKE
YOU NEVER HAVE BEFORE
We're excited to welcome Freda Yuan from Origin Coffee to the main stage. Freda will guide you through how to taste coffee in some unexpected ways.
INDUSTRY GIANTS SPEAK OUT
We’re kicking off the Industry Stage with specialty coffee leaders Solberg & Hansen, Coffee Collective, Koppi, and Prolog. These pioneering roasters will share their insights on where the industry is today - and what needs to change.
EXPLORE THE BEST COFFEES THE NORDIC HAS TO OFFER
30+ roasters in one place. 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.
A peer-judged, no-compromise challenge that puts real-world roasting skills to the test. Witness the crowning of this year’s winner on the Main Stage, Sunday afternoon, as we wrap up the festival with the Best Roasters Finals.
GREAT COFFEE
DESERVES GREAT CUPS
Bring your own cup or borrow a beautiful
ceramic ACME cup at the festival.
Rinsing stations will be available on-site.
THE INDUSTRY STAGE
From climate instability and price volatility to shifting global demand and trade disruptions - the next five years will be decisive.
We’re creating space for conversations about what comes next - and what needs to change
THE MAIN STAGE
Expect talks and demos covering everything
from how coffee is grown to choosing the right gear. Open to everyone and
packed with insights.
DAIRY-FREE COFFEE DRINKS
THANKS TO OATLY
Expect silky oat lattes everywhere-Headline partner Oatly’s hooking up every booth
with free iKaffe.
FOOD & DRINK
Head to our Food Court for a taste of the best street food Gothenburg has to offer, perfectly paired with a handpicked range of craft beverages.
SUSTAINABILITY AT THE FESTIVAL
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.
FREE COFFEE SAMPLES
Sip freely. Every coffee at the festival is yours
to sample, no extra charge.
CUPPING SPACE
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.
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.
MERCH SHOP
This isn’t souvenir stuff. It’s well-designed, everyday gear you’ll actually want to wear. Click here to head to our shop.
COFFEE GEAR
Let the experts guide you through the world of coffee gear. Discover what’s new, what’s essential, and what might just change
your brew game.
Nordic Coffee Fest is produced by Ordna Event Agency, the people behind The Barista League and High Density.