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Welcome to the YouMakePizza guide to the pizza industry’s most important events. Whether you’re a pizzeria operator, foodservice marketer, or pizza fanatic, this calendar is your best resource for navigating every key show, summit, and competition for 2025 and 2026.
We’ve included need-to-know months, years, locations, event summaries, who each event is for, accessibility details, URLs, and social handles where relevant. Plan ahead, discover new trends, and build meaningful connections in the pizza world this year and next.
2025
IBIE Pizza Producers Track 2025 | September 2025
The IBIE Pizza Producers Track is a must-attend for any pizza business focusing on dough, ingredients, and process innovation. Held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, this track is part of the International Baking Industry Exposition, drawing thousands of baking and pizza professionals for hands-on training, expert panels, and equipment showcases.
Attendees can explore the latest in ingredient technologies, connect with top suppliers, and learn new techniques to elevate their pizza quality and operations. The event emphasizes accessibility and networking for a broad spectrum of pizza industry leaders.
Month/Year: September 2025
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
Who It’s For: Pizza producers, bakers, suppliers, equipment manufacturers
Purpose: Hands-on training, innovation, product showcases, education
Accessibility: ADA accessible venue
Registration URL: https://www.bakingexpo.com/pizza-production/
Special Notes: Co-located with the massive Baking Expo for expanded networking
Pizza Power Forum | September 2025
The Pizza Power Forum is designed specifically for independent pizzerias and small chains looking to grow and thrive. This event provides educational sessions on marketing, technology, and restaurant operations. Speakers include seasoned operators, restaurateurs, and industry tech experts.
You’ll leave with actionable insights, contacts from peer networking, and new strategies for business improvement. Accessibility varies, so check the event website close to the date for additional accommodations.
Month/Year: September 2025
Location: Location varies; check websiteWho It’s
For: Independent pizzerias, small chains, marketing teams
Purpose: Marketing, technology, operational strategy, networking
Accessibility: See venue details on event site
Registration URL: https://pizzapowerforum.com/2025-event/
Special Notes: Focused on small and independent operations
Pizza Tomorrow Summit 2025 | November 2025
Pizza Tomorrow Summit is known for its vibrant, business-to-business environment where pizza visionaries gather to share the newest trends, products, and marketing strategies. Hosted at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL, this event is co-located with the Florida Restaurant Show for even more networking and education.
Attendees have access to demos, competitions, workshops, and one of the biggest vendor expos in foodservice. The summit is open to industry professionals and teams only (no public admission).
Month/Year: November 2025
Location: Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL
Who It’s For: Pizzeria owners, marketers, suppliers, foodservice operators, chefs
Purpose: Education, networking, product launches, competitions, access to Florida Restaurant Show
Accessibility: ADA compliant
Registration URL: https://www.pizzatomorrow.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pizzatomorrowsummit/
European Pizza & Pasta Show 2025 | November 2025
A flagship event for pizza and pasta professionals in Europe, the European Pizza & Pasta Show brings together chefs, distributors, manufacturers, and marketers from all across the continent. Hosted at Olympia London, attendees enjoy tastings, hands-on demonstrations, and championship competitions, as well as access to some of the world’s most innovative pizza products and concepts.
The venue is fully accessible, ensuring all foodservice professionals can participate in networking, education, and discovery.
Month/Year: November 2025
Location: Olympia London, Hammersmith Rd, London, UK
Who It’s For: Pizza/pasta producers, European operators, chefs, marketers
Purpose: Demonstrations, competitions, buying, learning, networking
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Registration URL: https://www.pmq.com/calendar/
Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show 2025 | December 2025
This progressive event at Tampa Convention Center focuses on the latest technology, including kiosks, automation tools, and self-service solutions for quick-service and pizza restaurants. It’s a perfect fit for operators wanting to discover the next big thing in pizza tech or to streamline service and customer engagement.
Tech innovators and marketers will find panels, demos, and plenty of vendor introductions here. ADA-compliant accessibility ensures all attendees get full benefit from the show.
Month/Year: December 2025
Location: Tampa Convention Center, Tampa, FL
Who It’s For: Tech-minded pizza operators, marketers, food innovators
Purpose: Technology, automation, retail solutions, future trends
Accessibility: ADA compliant
Registration URL: https://www.pizzamarketplace.com/events/
Blaze Pizza Conference 2025 | TBA 2025
Blaze Pizza’s annual conference is all about inspiring brand collaboration, team building, and strategic growth for franchisees and partners. Expect engaging breakouts, branded workshops, and networking tailored specifically for the Blaze Pizza family.
As an internal event, it’s best for Blaze partners and franchisees—check registration details for accessibility and session updates as the date approaches.
Month/Year: TBA, 2025Location: TBA
Who It’s For: Blaze Pizza franchisees, partners, operators
Purpose: Brand development, growth, collaboration, team training
Accessibility: TBA
Registration URL: https://web.cvent.com/event/a67c9cd9-2c39-4282-8192-8a762c0d101c/summary
PizzaCon | Annual 2025 (Check website)
PizzaCon is an exclusive B2B industry event for pizza brands, operators, and suppliers. With its intimate format, PizzaCon helps businesses source the right vendors, keep up with pizza industry trends, and forge direct supplier relationships.
The show’s accessibility and location depend on the selected venue each year; see their site for the most current info and dates.
Month/Year: 2025 (Annual, see website)
Location: Varies each year
Who It’s For: Pizza B2B professionals, owner-operators, suppliers
Purpose: Supplier connections, education, industry trendsetting
Accessibility: Check specific venue
Registration URL: https://pizzacon.com
2026
International Pizza Expo 2026 | March 2026
International Pizza Expo 2026 in Las Vegas is the largest pizza show on the globe—and will celebrate its 40th year! Meet the world’s leading pizza experts, watch the International Pizza Challenge and World Pizza Games, and take part in seminars on business, marketing, and product innovation.
With thousands of exhibitors and global attendees, it’s the best spot to connect with decision-makers in the pizza business. The West Exhibit Hall at the Las Vegas Convention Center is ADA compliant and designed for easy movement between competitions, learning, and vendor showcases.
Month/Year: March 2026
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
Who It’s For: Pizza restaurant owners, franchise leaders, marketers, suppliers
Purpose: Seminars, competitions, networking, supplier-facing trade show
Accessibility: ADA accessible, accessible restrooms and show floor
Registration URL: https://pizzaexpo.pizzatoday.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pizzaexpo/
