December 08-10, 2026
Deutz-Mülheimer Street 111, 50679 Cologne
CHOCOTEC – International Congress
The congress for the chocolate industry
From 8 to 10 December 2026, we will be celebrating a very special anniversary – the 75th anniversary of the ZDS. Following the successful congress in December 2026, we are delighted to once again present an innovative event for the chocolate industry.
The CHOCOTEC Congress offers a unique platform for inspiration, networking and visions of the future. We are currently in the planning phase – interested exhibitors, speakers and participants can express their interest using our form.
Would you like to participate as an exhibitor? Do you have any exciting topic suggestions, or would you like to speak on a specific topic? Then register now and share your ideas with us!
We look forward to hearing from you and celebrating this special anniversary with you!
The first day of the congress ends with a chocolate buffet in the world-famous Chocolate Museum, directly on the Rhine promenade. The second evening of the congress will end with a poster slam. Current research results will be presented in the form of posters and offer interested parties, experts and scientists an excellent starting point for deep blue talks and discussions. A proven format that focuses on dialog with science. Numerous companies visit CHOCOTEC with a team from quality assurance, process and product development and production. Let’s shape the future of the chocolate processing industry together!
Registration for CHOCOTEC 2026
Key Facts (2024)
723 square meters
exhibition space
47
Exhibitor
34
Lectures
> 300
Expected participants
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Impressions from CHOCOTEC 2022, 2024













