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We're thrilled to announce that the 2026 World Steak Challenge awards will be heading to Amsterdam!
For 2026, the World Steak Challenge will form part of an exciting week-long programme. Judging will take place earlier in the week, culminating in a reimagined awards event designed to elevate winners, create memorable experiences, and maximise global exposure for the world's finest steak producers.
The awards will take place at Hotel Arena, Amsterdam, on Thursday 10 September 2026. During the evening, medal winners will be revealed as attendees embark on a unique tasting journey, with dedicated stations showcasing a selection of medal-winning steaks from this year's competition.
Your ticket includes:
↣ A welcome drinks and canapé reception
↣ The opportunity to sample a selection of medal-winning steaks from the 2026 World Steak Challenge
↣ World Steak Challenge Awards Ceremony, where the world's best producers will be recognised and celebrated on the global stage
↣ Post-awards celebrations with fellow entrants, judges and industry leaders from across the industry
Join producers, suppliers and industry leaders from across the world as we unveil this year's medal winners, announce the Cut and Continent Champions, and crown the ultimate winner of the prestigious title World's Best Steak 2026!
Here are the timings for this year's event:
18:00 – Drinks Reception & Medallist Sampling | 20:30 – Awards | 21:00 – After-party | 23:00 – Carriages
Event ticket
A taste of the event
Travel & Hotel Information
Hotel Arena, 's-Gravesandestraat 55, 1092 AA Amsterdam, Netherlands
How to get there
By Air
Hotel Arena is approximately 30 minutes from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS).
- Train: Take the train from Schiphol to Amsterdam Centraal or Amsterdam Amstel station, then continue by tram or metro (information below).
- Taxi: Taxis are available directly outside the terminal.
By Train
- Amsterdam Amstel Station is the closest mainline station, around a 15-minute walk or short tram/metro ride away.
- Amsterdam Centraal is roughly 15–20 minutes away by tram or metro.
By Tram, Metro & Bus
Mode | Line(s) | Stop |
| Tram | 14 | Alexanderplein |
| Tram | 19 | Korte 's-Gravesandestraat |
| Metro | 51, 53, 54 | Weesperplein |
| Bus | 37 | Beukenplein |
Accommodation (Distance from Hotel Arena)
- Hotel V Oosterpark — 5 min walk
- Generator Amsterdam — 5 min walk
- Hyatt Regency Amsterdam — 10 min walk
- The Manor Amsterdam — 10–12 min walk
- Volkshotel — 15 min walk or short tram
- Bob W Amsterdam Oosterpark — 15 min walk