Coffee, culture and a place to participate at CFIN 2026
Explore the festival community, the Barista Competition and Miss Coffee Festival, and find the right way to get involved.
Find the part of the festival that speaks to you
Coverage from NewsCrown and SourceNews24 highlights women and young people within the festival's wider discussion of opportunity. On the CFIN website, that conversation sits alongside coffee craft, cultural expression and community connections. Participation can begin with curiosity; you do not need to arrive with every step of your journey already planned.
Think about what you would like to take away. You may want to learn more about coffee preparation, meet people with a shared interest or understand how an event role fits your own skills. Browsing the program and competition pages first can help you choose where to direct your questions.
Explore the Barista Competition
The Barista Competition page sets out the advertised prizes: NGN 2,000,000 for first place, NGN 1,000,000 for second and NGN 500,000 for third. The registration fee listed on the site is NGN 200,000. These details give prospective entrants a starting point for a conversation with the organisers.
Before applying, ask about eligibility, the competition format, equipment, judging and the registration deadline. Do not assume that a general festival ticket includes a competition entry. Knowing the requirements will help you decide whether this edition is the right fit and what preparation may be needed.
Discover Miss Coffee Festival
Miss Coffee Festival also advertises prizes of NGN 2,000,000, NGN 1,000,000 and NGN 500,000, with a registration fee of NGN 200,000. The winner's benefits include the 2026 title, representation at future festival editions and an ambassador role covering coffee culture, sustainability, youth empowerment and wellness.
Read the current flyer on the dedicated page, then ask the team about entry requirements and the responsibilities attached to participation. An application is a good opportunity to explain your interest clearly and request any information you need before proceeding. The website does not replace the organisers' confirmation of an entry.
Make your first connection
The festival gallery offers a glimpse of the conversations and cultural moments that make up the CFIN community. The speaker page introduces the people currently listed for the event, while the sponsor and country sections show its wider connections. Spend time exploring those pages even if you are attending simply to learn and enjoy the experience.
When you are ready, use the relevant application form or send a question through the contact page. Your information opens in a WhatsApp draft addressed to 0704 781 7957. Tap Send to reach the team. They will provide payment instructions where applicable and confirm the next stage of your participation.
