The Amsterdam Coffee Festival (ACF) returns from 3-5 April 2025 to celebrate its landmark 10th edition at the iconic NDSM-Loods, reviving the industrial spirit of its original home and marking a decade of specialty coffee culture in the Netherlands and beyond
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Set to welcome over 10,000 visitors, including over 5,000 trade professionals, the 2025 Amsterdam Coffee Festival (ACF) is more than just a coffee event – it’s a multi-sensory journey through the future of coffee, innovation and community. With more than 125 leading brands, equipment pioneers, roasters, and innovators exhibiting, this year’s edition promises bold ideas, immersive experiences, and unrivalled networking opportunities.
Trade highlights include:
The Coffee Trail: A curated route through the festival’s most dynamic booths, offering hands-on workshops, live tastings, competitions and product showcases.
Roast Masters™: A fast-paced roasting championship featuring 19 roasters competing across four rounds of sensory skill, innovation and precision.
Latte Art Live: Daily showcases by world-renowned latte artists and the chance to pour your own creations.
The Cupping Exchange: Discover rare and high-quality coffees in open cupping sessions hosted by leading green importers and roasters.
Becoming a Roaster (by Aillio): A hands-on experience for anyone looking to understand the art and science of roasting.
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5THWAVE Live: 10th Anniversary Industry Programme
In a special one-off anniversary edition of the 5THWAVE Industry Programme, ACF will host bold discussions and thought-provoking talks led by some of Europe’s most respected coffee professionals. Curated by Jeffrey Young, Founder of The Allegra Group, the programme explores the defining shifts of the past decade – and what’s next for the industry.
Programme topics include:
- Espresso Evolved: A Decade of Innovation
- Women in Coffee: Driving Change & Innovation
- Navigating EUDR: Practical Insights for European Coffee Players
- The Future of Coffee Marketing
- Café 2025: Drinks Trends You Need to Know
- Roasting Success: Building Coffee Brands in the Benelux
- Coffee at Work 2.0: The Rise of Smart Vending
- Coffee Competitions: More Than Just a Trophy
Introducing SIP – A new drinks and music experience
To mark the 10-year milestone, ACF introduces SIP – a premium space where cocktail culture, natural wine and vinyl-only DJ sets converge. With signature pours from top Amsterdam bars and a soundtrack curated by Espresso Records, powered by Orse Audio’s analogue sound system, SIP is where day meets night – open daily until 20:00 and included in all tickets. Follow @sip_festival for updates.
Location: NDSM-Loods, NDSM-Plein 90C, Amsterdam
Dates: 3–5 April 2025
Opening Times: Thursday & Friday: 10:00-17:00 (Trade & Public) | Saturday: 09:00-18:00 (Public) SIP festival: Open 12:00-20:00 daily.
Discover more and register for your complimentary trade ticket here.