Melbourne International Coffee Expo

Coffee paradise beckons visitors to sample, savour and appreciate coffee at Australia’s most spirited event, the Melbourne International Coffee Expo.

Held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, the three-day coffee expo presents an enlightening period for coffee lovers and industry players. Since it is open to both the public and professional traders, the expo is known to attract visitors worldwide.

From the beginning, MICE was created as Australia’s first and only coffee-dedicated trade show; a time for the coffee industry in Australia to come together in one place, at one time. As an annual event, it also provides an anchor point for international guests to connect with new and existing Australian customers.

MICE connects café owners, roasters, equipment manufacturers, service suppliers and more to facilitate real business opportunities.

Visitors interested in the industry engage with professionals from the field and check out new products. For those whose love for coffee knows no bounds, the expo allows you to experience unlimited tastings of the finest coffee worldwide. Do this as you watch Melbourne’s renowned baristas work their magic.

Grab a brew from some of the best roasters in the country, discover a new favourite and where your coffee comes from, meet the farmers that grow your favourite varietal, check out the latest innovations from exhibitors, and vote for your favourite in the People’s Choice category.

In 2025 the event will feature more roasters than ever, more education opportunities across multiple stages and more demonstrations to enhance the skills of seasoned professionals and at-home baristas.

There will also be more recognition for industry success across the Product Innovation, Australia’s Favourite Coffee and inaugural Coffee Industry Hero Awards.

The Official MICE After-Party will also return, unlike you’ve ever seen it before!

The Melbourne International Coffee Expo (MICE) will host the GCR Leaders Symposium from 20-21 March. This two-day event, tiered at roasters, business operators, and key industry decision makers, will take place in the mornings before MICE.

Prime Creative Media Publisher and former Global Coffee Report Editor Sarah Baker will moderate the event, which will return after a sold-out 2024 event and feature an extended schedule of panel discussions and international speakers.

Getting There

By Train
Please visit the Public Transport Victoria website for details on the timetable.

By Bus
From Monday to Friday, bus route 237 goes via Southern Cross Station to Lorimer Street, roughly a five-minute walk to MCEC.

By Tram
Melbourne is famous for its iconic trams and getting to the MCEC by tram is convenient and easy. Tram routes 96, 109 (Stop 124A Casino/MCEC) will both stop directly outside the Clarendon Street entrance.

By Car
Driving to the Exhibition Centre? The Clarendon Street entrance is the closest if you’re getting dropped off. Otherwise if you’re driving in, the Exhibition Centre car park can be accessed via Normanby Road. Parking fees apply.

By Taxi
Arriving by taxi or Uber? Ask your taxi or Uber driver to drop you off at MCEC’s Clarendon Street entrance. 2 Clarendon Street, South Wharf, Victoria.