From coffee showdowns and open cuppings to inspiring talks, independent makers and seriously good brews. There’s plenty to see, taste and discover. Where will you start?
Meet the roasters. Taste everything.
Discover specialty roasters from Amsterdam, the Netherlands and beyond. Explore new origins, processes and roasting styles, with every espresso pulled on a La Marzocco Linea Mini. Meet the people behind the beans, find your new favourite and take a bag home.
Grab a spoon. Taste the world.
Join open cuppings with the people who source, import and roast the good stuff. Taste coffees from around the world, compare flavours and discover how origin and processing shape what’s in your cup. Coffee pro or just curious? Pull up a bowl.
Whisk. Pour. Battle.
Sixteen-plus competitors. One seriously good showdown. Watch talented baristas go head-to-head through the knockout rounds, combining matcha preparation, latte art and creativity in a high-energy battle.
Big ideas. Bold conversations.
What’s next for coffee? Together with 5THWAVE magazine, we’re bringing industry leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators together for honest conversations, fresh perspectives and ideas shaping the future of coffee business.
The espresso heart of ACF.
Step into the True Artisan Café by La Marzocco. Throughout the festival, an exciting rotation of specialty roasters from around the world takes over the bar, serving exceptional coffees on La Marzocco’s iconic machines.
Coffee, but make it lifestyle.
Discover independent makers, beautiful objects and coffee-inspired finds. From handmade ceramics and bean-to-bar chocolate to artisanal syrups and design-led treasures, there’s plenty to browse, love and take home.
Lace up, then caffeinate.
Start your festival morning with a social run through Amsterdam Noord, hosted by The Amsterdam Coffee Run. Good people, good energy and well-earned post-run coffee.
Make your visit extra special
Take your festival experience up a notch. Get hands-on with latte art, sharpen your espresso skills, discover coffee roasting and more. These experiences can be booked as add-ons to your festival ticket once bookings open.
Pour it. Watch it. Cheer it on.
Learn to pour silky microfoam and nail your first latte art heart. Then watch top baristas bring their skills to the stage with live demos, challenges and high-energy showdowns. First-timer or latte art obsessive? There’s something for everyone.
Better espresso starts here.
Get behind the machine and learn what makes a great espresso. Dial in your grind, balance flavours and master silky microfoam with guidance from the pros. Real skills, hands-on practice and better coffee at home.
From green beans to your first roast.
Discover what goes into roasting great coffee in a personalised, hands-on session with Aillio’s expert team. Get to grips with the Bullet Roaster, explore the roasting process and roast your very first batch.
Brew better. Taste the difference.
Get hands-on with filter coffee and discover how grind, water, ratio and technique change everything. Brew, taste and experiment alongside the experts. Leave with practical skills and a recipe worth repeating.
