World of Coffee Panama 2026

World of Coffee Panama 2026 is the first edition of the Specialty Coffee Association's World of Coffee trade show held in Latin America. Organised with the Specialty Coffee Association of Panama and the Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture of Panama, it brings producers from Central America, South America and the Caribbean together with roasters, importers and buyers from the global coffee industry, in the home country of Panama Geisha.

Show features

The show combines an exhibition hall with dedicated spaces for producers, roasters and education.

• Exhibition Hall
• Producer Village
• Roaster Village
• Cupping Room
• Lectures and workshops
• SCA Community Lounge

World Barista Championship

Panama hosts the 2026 World Barista Championship alongside the show, from 22 to 25 October, with more than 50 national champions competing on espresso, milk beverages and signature drinks. Show tickets include access to the championship.

Who attends

The ticketing page says the organisers expect more than 13,000 visitors and around 370 exhibitors, with more than 300 exhibitors from 35 countries and coffees from more than 17 origins. Producers use the show to meet international buyers, while roasters, importers, café owners and baristas come to source, cup and learn.