The job of planning meetings and events never stops, but your leading industry associations are here to help via a full year of industry events filled with educational and networking opportunities.

We’ve compiled a list of the most important ones for you to keep on your radar when deciding where to travel this year.

Think we missed one of the important events for 2025? Submit your event for consideration to be featured on our industry events calendar by emailing logan.pratt@meetingstoday.com.

Download the printable industry events calendar by clicking below!

January  

PCMA Convening Leaders – January 12-15, Houston, TX                                                                                                                                 “Join decision-makers across the event industry and explore uncharted territories of knowledge, skills and innovation. Elite event industry partners will cultivate collaboration while we engage and evolve over two and a half days in Houston.​”

ESPA Annual Conference – January 31-Februrary 2, Louisville, KY                                                                                                             “We believe in empowering event service professionals to effortlessly exceed client expectations through top-tier education, networking and professional development. Join your peers from across North America for a program created with you in mind.”

February  

Destinations International Marketing & Communications Summit – February 4-6, Austin TX                                                   “The summit is the preeminent gathering place of marketing, communications and public relations professionals dedicated to helping destination organizations thrive.”  

MPI European Meetings and Events Conference (EMEC) – February 22-25, Istanbul, Turkey                                         “Located in the heart of Europe, this fascinating and unique country fits the bill for Europe's one-of-a-kind conference for European meeting and event professionals.”  

March  

SITE Global Conference – March 3-6, Tulum, Mexico                                                                                                                                                 “In Tulum, you’ll connect with incentive travel professionals from all over the world, learn the latest from the greatest, discover a scintillating destination and celebrate SITE and the incentive travel industry.”

Destinations International CEO Summit – March 23-25, Savannah, GA                                                                                                         “Join your industry colleagues at CEO Summit and learn how to navigate and overcome the complexities of your role. You will hear from thought leaders about the areas that stand out in our industry as topics to discuss in-depth in order to come up with strategies and solutions.”

IACC Americas Knowledge Exchange – March 31-April 2, College Station, TX                                                                                           “We look forward to the IACC family coming together again to develop leaders in our business to re-imagine the IACC Venue Difference! Join fellow venue operators, meeting professionals and vendors who are shaping the future for exceptional meetings.”

April

IAEE Women’s Leadership Forum – April 1-2, Oxon Hill, MD                                                                                                                             “The forum will provide knowledge and strategies for attendees to succeed in their current positions, as well as motivation and inspiration to take your career to the next level. The Forum will give you the tools and resources while balancing life along the way.”

Global Meetings Industry Day – April 3, Online                                                                                                                                               “Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) is an international day of advocacy showcasing the undeniable value that business meetings, tradeshows, incentive travel, exhibitions, conferences and conventions bring to people, businesses and communities.”

Meetings Today LIVE! National – April 13-16, Irving, TX                                                                                                                                    “By attending Meetings Today LIVE! National, you'll not only experience world-class networking but also get a taste of the charm and energy that makes Irving a standout city. Don't miss the chance to be part of something extraordinary!”

May  

IMEX Frankfurt – May 20-22, Frankfurt, Germany                                                                                                                                           “IMEX is where every part of the global events industry comes for a high-value, high-return boost of real business, real relationships and insights, all designed to make working life easier and more profitable.”

June  

Meetings Today LIVE! West – June 1-4, Tucson, AZ                                                                                                                                 “Meetings Today LIVE! are the ideal events for planners looking to connect with suppliers in in the United States, Mexico and Canada. Planners will participate in a minimum of 20 one-on-one appointments to create new business opportunities, enjoy offsite tours, activities and everything the destination has to offer.”

Cvent CONNECT – June 9-12, San Antonio, TX & Virtual                                                                                                                               “Cvent CONNECT is the go-to annual event for event professionals, marketers and hospitality experts. Whether you're shaping event experiences or driving marketing strategy, it's where the industry's best come together to swap ideas, explore cutting-edge event tech and walk away with fresh inspiration.”

U.S Travel Association’s IPW Tradeshow – June 14-18, Chicago, IL                                                                                                                     “U.S. Travel’s IPW, the world’s leading inbound travel tradeshow, provides an unmatched, cost-effective platform to conduct business, build relationships and fortify connections around the world.”

MPI WEC – June 18-20, St. Louis, MO                                                                                                                                                                           “For the first time, the WEC experience will be personally crafted for you. What does that mean? It means we’re not creating a one-size-fits-all program; we’re harnessing the latest event tech and the industry’s top minds to deliver an experience based on what YOU want and need.”

July  

ICCA Global Association Forum – July 7-9, Granada, Spain                                                                                                                            “The ICCA Global Association Forum will bring together association meeting planners, senior association representatives and meeting suppliers worldwide and offer valuable insights, practical tools and resources in the topics of sustainability, wellness and regenerative event management for the association meetings industry.”

Destinations International Annual Convention – July 9-11, Chicago, IL                                                                                                           “Annual Convention is the destination organization industry's premier event to meet your peers and gain cutting-edge knowledge to tackle the challenges of tomorrow.”

Incentive Marketing Association Summit – July 14-16, Austin, TX                                                                                                     “Elevate your incentive and recognition strategies, gain fresh insights and connect with over 400 like-minded professionals. You'll leave with a competitive edge and actionable takeaways that you can implement immediately.”

GBTA Convention – July 21-23, Denver, CO                                                                                                                                                           “Join us for the 56th annual GBTA Convention, the premier global event for the business travel industry where diverse voices come together for a common purpose.”

August  

ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition – August 9-12, Los Angeles, CA                                                                                                       “The ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition is where thousands of association professionals and industry partners gather to exchange knowledge, resources, strategies, solutions and more.”

U.S. Travel Association Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations (ESTO) – August 17-19, Phoenix, AZ                        “ESTO is a leading annual learning and knowledge-sharing forum for destination marketing professionals. This dynamic and acclaimed conference features four nonstop days of relevant, engaging content.”

IBTM Americas – August 20-21, Mexico City, Mexico                                                                                                                                       “IBTM Americas is the international tradeshow connecting the meetings and events industry across North America, South America and beyond.”

SITE Classic – August 25-28, Maui, HI                                                                                                                                                                        “SITE Classic is SITE Foundation’s flagship fundraiser. Incentive travel professionals come together to raise money in support of research, education and advocacy for the benefit of the incentive travel industry.”

September  

No major events for 2025. Submit any major industry events to Logan.Pratt@meetingstoday.com

October  

IMEX America – Smart Monday October 6; tradeshow October 7-9, Las Vegas, NV                                                                   “IMEX is where the global business events community comes together. In our exhibit hall, you'll meet exhibitors from hotel groups, event technology providers, convention bureaus, airlines to event management agencies...and many more.”  

PCMA Convening EMEA – October 15-17, Rotterdam, Netherlands                                                                                       “Convening EMEA is an omnichannel event created for business events professionals and creatives to share learnings and collaborate to build a stronger future for the global business events community.”

Meetings Today LIVE! Corporate/Incentive – October 19-22, Los Cabos, Mexico                                                                                      “Conveniently accessible from the U.S., Los Cabos is a top choice for meetings and incentive programs, offering everything your guests could desire, both in and out of the meeting room. Be sure to take advantage of the opportunity to explore Los Cabos at Meetings Today LIVE! Corporate/Incentive.”

November  

ICCA Congress – November 9-12, Porto, Portugal                                                                                                                                              “The 64th ICCA Congress in Porto, Portugal, will offer unparalleled opportunities to connect, collaborate, learn and innovate. This is your time to accelerate your business with more opportunities for connecting and collaborating than ever before.”

Meetings Today LIVE! South – November 16-19, New Orleans, LA                                                                                                         “New Orleans blends business with authentic cultural flair. From the lively streets to the warm Southern hospitality, hosting your meeting here promises to be an experience that will leave a lasting impression on your guests. Make sure to seize the opportunity to experience the best of New Orleans at Meetings Today LIVE! South.”

December  

IAEE Expo! Expo! – December 9-11, Houston, TX                                                                                                                                     “Featuring three days of education sessions covering the most relevant industry topics, a show floor where attendees can connect with suppliers and engage in interactive learning activations, and networking events throughout, Expo! Expo! offers a unique advantage.”