Welcome to the Sprudge Coffee Events Calendar! This is your go-to resource for upcoming coffee festivals, barista competitions, cupping sessions, latte art throwdowns, coffee trade shows, roaster pop-ups, and specialty coffee community gatherings around the world. Whether you’re a professional barista, coffee roaster, café owner, or passionate home brewer, this coffee events guide helps you discover where to taste, learn, compete, and connect in the global coffee scene.
Califia Barista Throwdown at Dark Matter – Caravanserai
Chicago, we’re bringing the heat during Coffee Fest ☕🔥
Join us for a night of pours, competition, music, and community at the Califia Barista Throwdown at Dark Matter – Caravanserai.
📍 June 11, 2026 | 6:30–9:30pm
Dark Matter – Caravanserai
2901 W Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618
🏆 1st Prize: $500 + Swag Bag
🥈 2nd Prize: $250 + Swag Bag
🥉 3rd Prize: $100 + Swag Bag
Whether you’re competing or just hanging out, come stop by for some fun with the coffee community while we’re in town for Coffee Fest.