FINE FOOD

31 August - 3 September 2026

MCEC Melbourne

Key Dates & Times

MOVE IN AND MOVE OUT INFORMATION

MOVE IN – Space Only Stands & Contractors

Download Fine Food Melbourne 2026 – Key Dates & Times

Friday28 August 20260800 – 2200Space Only – Custom Stand Build Access
Saturday29 August 20260800 – 2200Space Only – Custom Stand Build Access
Sunday30 August 20260800 – 1800Space Only – Custom Stand Build Access
  • NOTE: Early access prior to the above dates has been allocated for select stand builders based on location. Please contact the Operations Manager to confirm your access time.
  • Fine Food operates under a scheduled move-in managed by GEL Events. Timings above are the parameters in
    which the move in schedule operates. Please click here to book in a loading dock access time.
  • Failure to book a move in time through GEL, may result in delays accessing the loading dock.
  • No exhibitor will be allowed access outside their allocated time.

MOVE IN – Shell Scheme Stands

Saturday29 August 20261200 – 2200
Sunday30 August 20260800 – 1800
  • If you are hand carrying items through the front doors or using the venue car park, you can access your stand from 1200 on Saturday 29 August. However, if you require the loading dock, you must click here to request a loading dock time slot.
  • No exhibitors will be allowed access before their allocated time. Please refer to Loading Dock Move In/Out Schedule for further information.
  •  All vehicles under 1.8m will be directed the car park and instructed to use the lifts

MOVE IN – Key Information

  • Shell scheme stands will be ready to be occupied at 12pm on Sat 29th August
  • These times are for exhibitors to deliver their goods and set up their stands.
  • All stands must be completely dressed, and rubbish removed from the venue by 1800 Sunday 30th August.
  • No access will be given for stand build on the opening morning of the show.
  • All stands must be completed and ready for the opening of the event by 1000 Monday 31st August.
  • Exhibitor badges are to be collected between 1000 – 1800 on Saturday 29th or Sunday 30th August.

EVENT OPEN TIMES

Monday31 August 20261000 – 1700Exhibitor Access from 0800
Tuesday1 September 20261000 – 1700Exhibitor Access from 0800
Wednesday2 September 20261000 – 1700Exhibitor Access from 0800
Thursday3 September 20261000 – 1500Exhibitor Access from 0800
  • If you require access to the loading dock during event hours, click here to request a loading dock timeslot
  • Exhibitor’s have access 1 hour after the event closes Monday – Wednesday to replenish their stand.

MOVE OUT – Key Information

To ensure a smooth move-out, please carefully read through the following information, taking note of when you must have all items removed from the venue.

Fine Food operates under a scheduled move-out managed by GEL Events. Space only custom stand builders must be prepared to dismantle and work until midnight on Thursday 3 September. If you would like to work throughout the night, permission must be granted by the Organiser. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

Please refer to Loading Dock Move In/Out Schedule for further information and click here to book a dock time.

MOVE OUT – Shell Scheme & Walk On Package Stands

Thursday3 September 20261530 – 2200Product Removal
  • All Shell Scheme stands must be completely moved out by 2200 Thursday 3 September – NO EXCEPTIONS
  • Loading dock access will open from approx. 1730
  • Forklift activity on Thursday 3 September may be delayed until the site is deemed safe by the venue.
  • Exhibitors with vehicles over 1.8m who require dock access, must book a move-out time with GEL.
  • Click here to book a dock time. Failure to book a time, may result in delays accessing the loading dock.

MOVE OUT – Space Only Stands & Contractors

Thursday3 September 20261530 – 1800Product Removal Only
Thursday3 September 20261800 – 2400Build Dismantle. No Dock Access
Friday4 September 20260000 – 0700Tailgate Collection
Friday4 September 20260400 – 1000Stands ≤ 18m² & Self-Built Custom Stands
Friday4 September 20260500 – 1800Stands ≥ 27m²

STAND BUILDERS ARE REQUIRED TO WORK UNTIL MIDNIGHT TO DISMANTLE & PACK UP THEIR FREIGHT. If you would like to work throughout the night, permission must be granted by the Organiser

  • Timings above are the parameters in which the move out schedule works.
  • NOTE: GEL Events will first be prioritising the delivery and return of empty product crates on Thursday 3 September. Empties for stand build components will be returned overnight.
  • Stands who require dock access, must book a move-out time with GEL. Click here to book.
  • Failure to book a move out time through GEL, may result in delays accessing the loading dock.
  • Space Only Stands cannot commence build dismantle until 1800 on Thursday 3 September

MOVE OUT – Key Information

  • Move-out of product will begin 30min after the event closes, or once clear of visitors and it is safe to do so.
  • Loading dock access will open from approx. 1730 and will be heavily controlled by GEL Events.
  • If you need access to the loading dock, make sure you book a time slot with GEL Events. No slot, no access.
  • Shell Scheme Stands must be completely moved out by 2200 Thursday 3 September. NO EXCEPTIONS
  • Tailgate vehicle access is ONLY between 0000 – 0700 Friday 4 Sept. If this is not adhered to, delays will be experienced at the exhibitor’s expense.
  • Space Only Stands 18m² or smaller, must be completely moved out by 1000 Friday 4 Sept. NO EXCEPTIONS
  • Space Only Stands 27m² or larger, must be completely moved out by 1800 Friday 4 Sept. NO EXCEPTIONS.
  • If you are unable to remove your entire product/stand by the time above, please contact the Organiser.
  • Delays are often experienced on the loading dock during build up and breakdown.

FURTHER INFORMATION & UPDATES WILL BE PROVIDED CLOSER TO THE EVENT.

THE ORGANISERS RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ALTER THE ABOVE TIMES