Events

13 September 2026

Convening EMEA 2026, Lisbon, Portugal

This event attracts business event leaders from over 40 countries to challenge each other and develop ways to move forward together. It is the platform to share knowledge, make meaningful connections, learn, be inspired and grow as individuals, teams and organisations. This is your opportunity to contribute to building a stronger future for the industry.

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15 September 2026

Convene 4 Climate 2026, Lisbon, Portugal

Convene 4 Climate (C4C) is a global platform and movement aimed at accelerating the transition of the Business Events Industry (BEI) towards sustainability and regeneration. A collaborative initiative born in 2024 between PCMA in collaboration with The Strategic Alliance of National Convention Bureaux of Europe (SANCBE), C4C has taken a structured, action-oriented approach, stimulating cross-sector…

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16 September 2026

Destinations International | 2026 Virtual Advocacy Day, Online

Join Destinations International for a global virtual experience designed to equip leaders, partners and stakeholders with the tools and insights to advocate more effectively. This event is aimed at destination organisation leaders & teams, board members, public sector stakeholders, private sector partners and community leaders. We encourage attending as a team and inviting key partners.

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20 September 2026

ICCA Future of Healthcare Meetings 2026, Athens, Greece

ICCA is proud to announce the ICCA Future of Healthcare Meetings will take place on 20-22 September 2026, in Athens, Greece. The meetings will bring together all stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, healthcare association leaders and meeting suppliers, to collaboratively explore how healthcare meetings should evolve to stay relevant and engaging for future generations.

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22 September 2026

Destinations International | Global Leaders Forum 2026, Geneva, Switzerland

Destination International’s second Global Leaders Forum demonstrates their commitment to global engagement and leadership within the destination organisation and convention bureau community and will convene senior destination leaders from around the world for strategic discussions, meaningful connections and forward-thinking collaboration. This event is invitation only.

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22 September 2026

Northstar | Destination Midwest, Grand Rapids, MI, USA

This is the premier hosted-buyer event for Midwest suppliers to connect with meeting professionals. Join your industry peers for the must attend hosted-buyer event bringing together the most highly-qualified meeting and incentive buyers with top destinations, hotels/resorts, attractions, DMCs, DMOs, technology and merchandise providers, and tourism offices from the Midwest US.

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13 October 2026

IMEX America 2026, Las Vegas, NV, USA

IMEX America is the largest trade show for the global meetings, events and incentive travel industry. Our award-winning show brings the meetings industry together to do a year’s worth of business under one roof. Suppliers and buyers from every sector of the industry come together at IMEX, held at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, Las Vegas.

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19 October 2026

CityDNA Autumn Conference 2026, Verona, Italy

Under the theme Moving Together, this conference will explore how city destinations can navigate movement in all its forms. Across three days of learning, exchange and networking, CityDNA members will reflect on what is moving in our cities today, and how destinations can move forward together with greater alignment, collective purpose and one authoritative voice.

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20 October 2026

Advocacy & Action: The Destination Impact Event, Ottawa, ON, Canada

Join us for the inaugural Advocacy & Action: The Destination Impact Event, where destination leaders come together to explore the strategies, partnerships and solutions that strengthen communities and shape the future of destination organisations. Please note that a 2026 partnership is required to attend this event, and not all partner tiers are eligible.

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21 October 2026

ICCA | 5th Asia Pacific Business Events Youth Challenge 2026, Macao

Macao Association of Convention, Exhibition & Tourism Sectors, co-hosting with ICCA, is delighted to organise the fifth edition of the Asia Pacific BE Youth Challenge. This competition aims to foster young professionals in the Business Events industry and provide an exclusive opportunity for participants to take centre stage in showcasing innovative and creative ideas.

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22 October 2026

ICCA Asia Pacific EvolvDestination Forum 2026, Macao

This is not another forum about what the business events industry already knows. The AP EvolvDestination Forum 2026 is designed for professionals who want to understand where future business will come from, how association decisions are changing, and how destinations, venues, PCOs, associations, universities, and industry partners can create opportunities together.

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26 October 2026

Northstar | Small & Boutique Meetings, San Antonio, TX, USA

Northstar’s premier hosted-buyer event designed specifically for small and boutique-sized meetings brings together highly-qualified meeting buyers with destinations, hotels, DMCs, technology and merchandise providers, and other suppliers ready to welcome smaller events. Attendees participate in one-on-one pre-scheduled appointments, gain industry insights from our guest speakers and network with this exclusive group.

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22 October 2026

ICCA Asia Pacific EvolvDestination Forum 2026, Macao

This is not another forum about what the business events industry already knows. The AP EvolvDestination Forum 2026 is designed for professionals who want to understand where future business will come from, how association decisions are changing, and how destinations, venues, PCOs, associations, universities, and industry partners can create opportunities together.

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26 October 2026

Northstar | TEAMS ’26 Conference + Expo, Birmingham, AL, USA

TEAMS: TRAVEL, EVENTS AND MANAGEMENT IN SPORTS, is the world’s leading conference and expo for the sports-event industry. Presented by SportsTravel, and hosted by the Greater Birmingham CVB, TEAMS ’26 will be held October 26–29 in Birmingham, Alabama. For more than 25 years, TEAMS has helped define the sports-event and appointment-based trade show industries.

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26 October 2026

Northstar | Small & Boutique Meetings, San Antonio, TX, USA

Northstar’s premier hosted-buyer event designed specifically for small and boutique-sized meetings brings together highly-qualified meeting buyers with destinations, hotels, DMCs, technology and merchandise providers, and other suppliers ready to welcome smaller events. Attendees participate in one-on-one pre-scheduled appointments, gain industry insights from our guest speakers and network with this exclusive group.

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26 October 2026

Destinations International | Business Operations Summit, Oklahoma City, OK, USA

The Business Operations Summit is a cross-functional gathering of destination organization professionals in finance, human resources, operations and technology. This year’s summit will provide insight on post-pandemic recovery from an organizational perspective, focusing on new ways to think about how destination organizations are organized, staffed and operated.

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2 November 2026

93rd UFI Global Congress 2026, Manama, Bahrain

The UFI Global Congress is a unique platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and exploring innovative solutions to the challenges facing the exhibition industry. By choosing Bahrain, UFI highlights the Kingdom’s growing importance as a hub for international events and its commitment to fostering the global exhibition ecosystem. (Open to UFI Members Only.)

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2 November 2026

Northstar | Global Incentive Summit, Madrid, Spain

The Summit brings together the most highly-qualified incentive travel buyers with top incentive destinations, hotels/resorts, cruise lines, DMCs, DMOs, technology and merchandise providers, and tourism offices from around the world. Attendees participate in one-on-one pre-scheduled appointments, gain industry insights from our guest speakers and network with this exclusive group of incentive specialists.

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8 November 2026

ICCA Congress 2026, Panama City, Panama

The 65th ICCA Congress in Panama will be a powerful celebration of connection, innovation, and shared purpose. Join us to explore new perspectives, forge meaningful partnerships, and shape the future of business events in one of the world’s most vibrant destinations. This is our moment to learn, grow, and lead — together.

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16 November 2026

ICCA Young Professionals Forum 2026, Barcelona, Spain

The Forum gives emerging professionals a genuine voice — and a seat at the table — empowering them to challenge assumptions, share bold ideas and help shape the future of our industry. This event is open to ICCA members, Observers association executives, and students of any age, though priority will be given to Young Professionals.

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17 November 2026

Luxury Meetings by Northstar, Wailea, Hawaii

Luxury Meetings by Northstar connects North American planners seeking luxury-focused venues for their meetings or incentives. Those who are selected to attend will participate in two productive days of pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings with suppliers; insightful educational presentations from inspiring speakers, great meals, receptions, and numerous networking opportunities with other elite buyers.

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17 November 2026

IBTM World 2026, Barcelona, Spain

Step into the global hub of the events community. IBTM World is where connections spark ideas, collaborations fuel transformation, and the business events industry shapes what’s next. Three days in Barcelona to meet, share, learn — and move the world forward. Meet 2,500 destinations, hotels, event tech providers, and suppliers from 150+ countries.

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19 November 2026

AIPC Operational Excellence Summit 2026, Barcelona, Spain

The Summit offers a high-level forum for convention centre professionals navigating increasing operational complexity, rapid technological change, and rising expectations around sustainability, security and customer experience. Designed as a hands-on, peer-driven event, the Summit focuses on how to deliver complex events smoothly, safely and sustainably both today and in the years ahead.

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1 December 2026

UFI Central & South American Conference 2026, São Paulo, Brazil

Bringing together exhibition and events industry leaders from Latin America and beyond, the conference will serve as a key platform to exchange insights, explore opportunities, and strengthen connections in Central & South America’s largest exhibition market. This year’s edition will be hosted by the Brazilian Association of Exhibition and Events Industry.

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1 December 2026

ICCA North America Association Insights Circuit, Chicago, IL, USA

The ICCA Association Insights Circuit heads to Chicago for its second North American stop of the year — another intimate, invitation-only gathering for senior leaders of international associations. This event is designed for senior-level association executives and programme leaders responsible for international meetings, global event strategy, or cross-border membership engagement.

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6 December 2026

Northstar | Destination Southwest, El Paso, TX, USA

Join your industry peers for the must attend hosted-buyer event bringing together the most highly-qualified meeting and incentive buyers with top destinations, hotels/resorts, attractions, DMCs, DMOs, technology and merchandise providers, and tourism offices from the Southwest U.S. Meet buyers who are ready to book business in: Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada and Texas.

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8 December 2026

AIPC Asia Summit 2026, Chongqing, China

The AIPC Asia Summit 2026 will bring together convention centre leaders, industry professionals and business partners from across Asia and beyond to connect, exchange ideas and strengthen professional relationships. The event will provide a platform for discussion on topics relevant to the convention centre industry and the broader meetings and events sector.

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13 December 2026

Northstar | Meetings + Sports Leadership Forum, Pebble Beach, CA, USA

Northstar’s Meetings + Sports Leadership Forum brings together the industry’s thought leaders – planning professionals and suppliers – for three days of education, networking and sharing of best practices. This forum is unlike any other industry gathering: a unique, high-level experience where business relationships and friendships are forged.

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21 January 2027

BestCities Global Forum 2027, Cape Town, South Africa

As a gathering that champions the power of face-to-face interactions, this forum promises enriching workshops and sessions designed to both challenge and inspire attendees. Planners will benefit from unparalleled opportunities to connect with peers from diverse industries and explore innovative approaches to meeting design, sustainability, and impact.

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27 January 2027

UFI Global CEO Summit 2027, Madrid, Spain

The Global CEO Summit (GCS) is an invitation-only conference for CEOs and equivalents from international exhibition organisers and venue operators. Participants can look forward to high-level networking with global industry leaders, exclusive CEO insights on challenges and opportunities ahead, and future-focused strategies shaping the exhibitions sector.

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