Vitafoods Europe has announced that it is offering an enhanced networking offering and new content features for the 2026 show in Barcelona.
As the show continues to evolve in response to the needs of the nutraceutical industry, the 2026 edition (5-7 May) will be the largest one yet, expanding into a new exhibition hall and increasing total floor space by 22%.
This expansion aims to create a vibrant community platform that fosters deeper collaboration and offers even more opportunities for connection and learning.
Even more ways to connect with the community
Vitafoods Europe 2026 will prioritise community and collaboration, featuring double the networking space compared to previous events.
New dedicated areas will be added to the show floor, including a networking space and a VIP lounge, to enhance both planned and spontaneous industry meetings.
A key addition for 2026 is the Community Lounge, which will provide a dedicated space for small associations and industry groups to hold intimate networking sessions and foster conversations.
Organisations such as the Spanish Food Supplements Association (AFEPADI) and the European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA) will participate, bringing together important voices from across the European supplements landscape.
In addition to these new networking features, returning favourites such as Lunch & Learn sessions and the Women's Networking Breakfast will offer focused, insight-led discussions, while the popular Coffee & Churros and Sunrise Yoga are back to encourage relaxed, authentic connections on and off the show floor.
Smarter, more accessible experiences
To enhance networking opportunities at Vitafoods Europe 2026, attendees will benefit from upgraded digital tools that make connecting easier than ever.
The improved event platform allows visitors to browse exhibitor profiles, create a shortlist of suppliers and use online matchmaking to schedule meetings—either in person or virtually.
Alongside an enhanced event app, these tools will help attendees navigate the show floor efficiently and plan their meetings and personal agendas, ensuring they make the most of every opportunity.
Innovation on display
Reflecting the strong consumer interest in pet health, Vitafoods Europe 2026 will expand the Pet Nutrition Hub, a space showcasing the latest innovations in pet health and nutrition through curated display pods on the show floor.
This will join returning favourites, such as the Tasting Centre, New Products Zone and New Ingredients Zone, creating focused areas where visitors can explore the newest innovations, sample products and connect directly with suppliers.
New for 2026: spotlight sessions
On day three of the show, there will be spotlight sessions on weight management and nutricosmetics—two key areas shaping the market.
These sessions will cover how the sector is adapting to changing healthy weight strategies, particularly given that 1.6 million adults in the UK and 13% of the US population use GLP-1 medications.
Nutricosmetics will also be highlighted, showcasing the growth of the beauty-from-within market.
Attendees can explore key drivers, emerging ingredients and functional foods influencing this expanding global market, as well as the role of nutrition in skin health.
These sessions will complement the broader programme and learning opportunities provided by the Vitafoods Insights Theatre and the Vitafoods Europe Conference throughout the event.
Rewarding innovation
Finally, returning for its second year, the Vitafoods Europe Innovation Awards will once again celebrate industry excellence by recognising groundbreaking products, ingredients and technologies shaping the future of nutrition.
The awards aim to provide a platform for companies to showcase the forward-thinking solutions, creativity and science driving the nutraceutical sector forward.
"There's a renewed energy across the nutraceutical industry right now, fuelled by the pace of innovation and rapid shifts in consumer health priorities and Vitafoods Europe 2026 is designed to channel that momentum into real connection," said Gareth Baguley, Brand Director, Vitafoods Europe, Informa Markets.
"As our largest event to date, with new features and significantly expanded networking spaces, we're creating the environment for more meaningful conversations and stronger partnerships that will define the industry's next chapter."
As new areas of innovation continue to emerge, Vitafoods Europe remains where the global community comes to discover what's next and find more to connect with across the industry.