Competitions & Awards
IBIE 2025 Show Features
COMPETITIONS & AWARDS AT IBIE 2025
As the largest, most comprehensive baking industry event in the Western Hemisphere, there is never a dull moment with these can’t-miss show features at IBIE. At the Baking Expo™, the excitement of competition, compelling displays of creativity, industry awards and networking events are all around. These inspiring forums and events ignite conversations with peers and connections with new contacts.
Check out the list of ways you can win big while at the Baking Expo™ and get involved today!
BEST IN BAKING – INDUSTRY AWARDS
Together with Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery, IBIE recognizes suppliers and bakeries committed to positive transformation in the industry through the BEST in Baking industry awards. Established in 2010, these award categories have expanded to honor leaders among the array of initiatives the global baking industry is invested in. Topics include sustainability, workforce development, sanitation, packaging innovation, plant efficiency, and automation/robotics.
WORLD BREAD AWARDS USA
The World Bread Awards USA will once again take place at the Baking Expo™ to celebrate exceptional loaves. Judges will examine entries from over 13 product categories covering an array of bread products from baguettes and bagels to sourdough and flatbread.
When: Sept. 15-16 | Where: West Hall #3245
CREATIVE CAKE DECORATING COMPETITION
Creativity will take center stage as six teams of elite professional cake decorators challenge each other to a contest of imagination, artistry and skill during one of baking’s most prestigious competitions. Pillsbury’s Creative Cake Decorating Competition consists of four categories: wedding cake, rolled fondant, sculpted cake, and buttercream.
When: Sept. 14-16 | Where: North Hall #5874
PANETTONE WORLD CUP
Don’t miss the Panettone World Cup debuting at IBIE 2025! This renowned competition showcases panettone’s history, technique, and global appeal. Experience the excitement of this festive baking competition and see who will represent the Americas in the global grand championship. The Americas Selection is open to contestants from all countries in the Western Hemisphere except Peru and Brazil.
When: Sept. 16 | Where: West Hall #3245
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