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.
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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.