India to celebrate International Coffee Day 2025 with “Walk With Coffee” in Bengaluru

On October 1, 2025, the Coffee Board of India will commemorate International Coffee Day (ICD) with a special event, “Walk With Coffee,” in Bengaluru. The initiative aims to celebrate India’s vibrant coffee heritage and marks the centenary of the Central Coffee Research Institute (CCRI).

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International Coffee Day, celebrated globally since 2014 under the International Coffee Organisation, encourages the promotion of coffee consumption worldwide. In India, the observance has become particularly significant in coffee-producing states like Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and the northeastern regions, as well as in New Delhi.

Morning walk from M.G. Road Boulevard to Coffee Board’s headquarters

This year’s event in Bengaluru will feature a morning walk from M.G. Road Boulevard to the Coffee Board’s headquarters, passing through iconic landmarks such as Anil Kumble Circle, Cubbon Park, and Vidhana Soudha. Scheduled between 6 a.m. and 8.30 a.m., the walk is expected to attract participation from coffee farmers, industry stakeholders, and coffee enthusiasts.

At the Coffee Board office, the programme will include the unveiling of a coffee kiosk under the skill development initiative, aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and creating job opportunities within the coffee sector. In partnership with the Speciality Coffee Association of India (SCAI), the Coffee Board has invited all coffee lovers and industry professionals to join the celebration.

International Coffee Day is an opportunity to honour coffee growers, celebrate its heritage, and inspire a deeper appreciation for Indian coffee.