Manama : Coffee enthusiasts and professionals from around the world will gather in Manama as Bahrain hosts the inaugural Bahrain Coffee Festival 2025, set to take place from 9 to 13 December at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre.
Organised by DXB LIVE in collaboration with the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA), and Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB), the festival marks the Kingdom’s first major event dedicated to celebrating coffee culture and craftsmanship.
Bringing together local and international experts, brands and aficionados, the festival will showcase the creativity, innovation and artistry that define the specialty coffee industry. It also aims to strengthen Bahrain’s reputation as a growing regional hub for culture and lifestyle by fostering business partnerships, community engagement, and global recognition of the Kingdom’s hospitality and creative spirit.
The Bahrain Coffee Festival 2025 will feature an exciting programme of competitions, live demonstrations, workshops and cultural showcases celebrating the craft of coffee-making. Among the highlights are the Latte Art Throwdown, Cup Tasters Challenge, Fastest Barista Race, Home Brewer Challenge, and Best Coffee with Milk competition, each bringing energy, skill and friendly rivalry to the event.
In addition, a series of interactive and educational workshops will cover every aspect of coffee craftsmanship, from V60 and Pourover Techniques, AeroPress Championship, Style Brewing, Barista Basics, and Latte Art for Beginners, to Coffee Cupping, Roasting Basics, and Water and Coffee Chemistry. Advanced sessions will include Coffee Branding and Packaging, Starting Your Own Coffee Shop in Bahrain, and Espresso Machine Maintenance and Cleaning.
The festival’s cultural and entertainment programme will take visitors on a sensory journey through coffee, featuring live art performances, coffee and dessert pairings, and traditional Arabic coffee ceremonies. Visitors can also explore the Art Corner and Mini Coffee Museum, which celebrate the heritage and evolution of coffee culture. Additional experiences such as Coffee Around the World, The Future of Coffee and Sustainability, Coffee Documentary Screenings, and the Coffee & Music Lounge will blend aroma, flavour and sound in an immersive atmosphere.
Beyond its cultural appeal, the festival will serve as a dynamic platform for businesses and brands to showcase new products, roasting methods and coffee innovations, while building connections across both B2B and B2C sectors. The event will also highlight sustainability through initiatives such as recycling used coffee grounds into eco-friendly charcoal, reflecting Bahrain’s commitment to environmental responsibility and the principles of a circular economy.
The Bahrain Coffee Festival 2025 stands as a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship and community, affirming the Kingdom’s growing role as a regional hub for culture, innovation and specialty coffee.
