Discover the World’s Best Pizza and Gelato in Las Vegas, March 24–26, 2026
The International Pizza Expo & Conference 2026, the world’s largest pizza industry trade show, is returning to the Las Vegas Convention Center from March 24–26, 2026. This year’s event will make history by hosting the Gelato Festival World Masters’ Grand Finale, the first time the prestigious gelato competition will take place in the United States.
What to Expect at Pizza Expo 2026
The Pizza Expo, presented by Pizza Today magazine and produced by Emerald, has been the go-to event for the pizza industry for over 42 years. It attracts more than 10,000 pizza professionals and 500 exhibitors annually, making it the ultimate destination for pizzeria owners, suppliers, and industry innovators.
Key highlights include:
- International Pizza Challenge: Competitions like Pizza Maker of the Year, World’s Best Cheese Slice, and the Daiya Dairy-Free Competition.
- World Pizza Games: Featuring Freestyle Dough-Tossing, Largest Dough Stretch, and Fastest Box-Folding.
- Gelato Festival World Masters’ Grand Finale: 34 finalists from 18 countries will compete for the title of Best Gelato Master on March 26.
- SIGEP USA: A showcase of Italian artisanal excellence in the food service sector.
Why Attend Pizza Expo in Las Vegas?
Las Vegas is the perfect backdrop for this global event, offering world-class hospitality and entertainment. Attendees can explore the latest trends in pizza and gelato, network with industry leaders, and gain insights from over 40 educational seminars and 13 hands-on workshops.
Expert Speakers and Industry Insights
The Expo will feature sessions led by renowned pizza experts like Tony Gemignani, Mike Bausch, and Michelin-starred chef Wylie Dufresne. Topics will range from dough fermentation and menu development to marketing strategies and business growth.
A Historic Milestone for Gelato
Photo courtesy of Gelato Festival World Masters
The Gelato Festival World Masters, founded in Florence, Italy, in 2010, is the world’s premier artisan gelato competition. “The Grand Finale of Gelato Festival World Masters is a global stage celebrating creativity, craftsmanship, and the future of artisan gelato,” said Gabriele Poli, Founder of Gelato Festival. “Hosting it within the International Pizza Expo represents a historic milestone and strategic step toward expanding authentic gelato culture across the United States, and we are grateful to the Italian Trade Agency, Sigep and Carpigiani for making it possible.”
“We’re incredibly excited to continue to grow our event by adding the Grand Finale of the Gelato Festival World Masters and SIGEP USA to our agenda, linking iconic Italian foods together under one roof for the very first time,” says Bill Oakley, Show Director. “This is a natural extension of our work that will remain part of our event for years to come.”
Who’s Competing in the Gelato Festival World Masters?
More than 10,000 Gelato Masters have competed through hundreds of qualifying events across five continents, with the Grand Finale crowning the world’s Best Gelato Master every four years. The Gelato Festival World Masters features a diverse group of competitors from around the globe, representing countries such as Germany, Spain, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, Belgium, Greece, Netherlands, Bulgaria, Switzerland, Brazil, Mexico, China, Kuwait, Argentina, Italy, Taiwan and the United States.
Plan Your Visit
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the best of pizza and gelato in one place. Whether you’re a pizzeria owner, gelato artisan, or food enthusiast, Pizza Expo 2026 in Las Vegas is the event of the year.
For more information on Gelato Festival World Masters at Pizza Expo, visit pizzaexpo.com.
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