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Two days. One floor. Every venue, destination, supplier and idea your events career needs — all in one place. Your complete guide to The Meetings Show, so you can plan your time, make your list, and turn up ready.
We'll keep adding more right up to show day — check back regularly. And if you haven't registered yet, free places are still available.
Free online registration closes 23 June
Onsite registration is available at a ticket price of £999 + VAT
Free to attend for meetings, events & incentive planners. MICE industry suppliers must purchase a ticket if they are not exhibiting — buy a ticket →
Who. What. Where.
Who it's for
What to expect
Where & when
With this year's incredible mix of exhibitors, hosted buyers, and our highly anticipated education programme — featuring an exciting line-up of speakers, including some truly inspirational headliners — The Meetings Show 2026 is where the future of the events industry comes alive. We can't wait to welcome you this June. It's an experience not to be missed.Jack Marczewski · Portfolio Event Director, The Meetings Show
Visit every corner of the globe
from one exhibition floor
🏛️ TMS Pavilions
Connections that
actually go somewhere
From stand-side receptions to full evening events — the conversations you have at The Meetings Show have a habit of turning into something. Here's what's on.
Business & Balance:
The Ignite Red Dragon Experience
Get yourself show-ready the day before the floor opens. An energising, immersive experience for events professionals — inspired by the fire, confidence and momentum of the Welsh red dragon. Breath activation, fire-inspired movement, drum-led sound immersion and creating your own essential oil. Followed by canapés and mocktails from 4pm. Arrive 1:45pm at Crowne Plaza London Docklands. Departure 6pm.
Sign up →Sip & Connect
A relaxed drinks reception on the BWH Hotels stand — designed to bring great conversations and fresh connections together over a complimentary drink. Meet the BWH Hotels team and discover how their diverse portfolio can support your meetings and events.
Add to your agenda →The HeadBox Arms
Pull up a stool — The HeadBox Arms is open both days. Join HeadBox on stand G52 for a freshly poured pint and the chance to win something rather special from their hotel and supplier partners. Think spa days, overnight stays, fine dining and yes, an international trip or two. Pints and prizes from 4pm each day.
Add to your agenda →Meliá Hotels
Networking
Join the Meliá Hotels International team on stand G31 for drinks and networking. Whether you're already working with Meliá or discovering them for the first time, this is a relaxed opportunity to connect with the team and explore the portfolio.
Add to your agenda →Madrid, where business
comes to life
Head to Hispania London after the show floor closes for an evening of connections, conversation and a genuine taste of Madrid. Welcome drinks at 7pm, opening remarks at 7:15, elevator pitches at 7:30, then drinks and tapas networking from 7:40pm. Limited places — don't leave it too late.
Add to your agenda →The 7am networking event
no one regrets
Start day two on your feet with Go! Running Tours — the original running tour company with 14 years of experience creating unforgettable city tours. Choose a 5k running tour (6 min/km pace) or a 3k brisk walking tour, both starting at the Custom House entrance to Excel London. See the city, clear your head, meet great people, and be back in time for the show floor opening. No kit? No excuse — just turn up in your trainers.
Sign up →Learning that moves
the industry forward
Eight education streams
This year, sessions are grouped into eight focused streams based on audience research — making it easier to build a programme that's genuinely relevant to your role and your challenges. Click any stream to explore what's on.
🤖 AI & Automation
From hype to hands-on application — practical examples of AI and automation that streamline workflows and improve attendee experiences.
View sessions →🎨 Event & Experience Design
Design emotionally resonant, purposeful moments — from storytelling and environment design to strategic audience engagement.
View sessions →⚡ Event Technology Reimagined
Tools that work in the real world — tactics and success stories that enhance efficiency and engagement without escalating costs.
View sessions →🤝 Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
True inclusion starts with culture. Explore neurodiversity, accessibility and cultural inclusion — and how behavioural change creates impact.
View sessions →🧠 Leadership & Professional Growth
Build the skills that help you adapt, grow and lead — from strategic communication and decision-making to resilience under pressure.
View sessions →🌱 Sustainability That Delivers
Real-world examples with measurable results — from supply chain collaboration and waste reduction to data-driven sustainability frameworks.
View sessions →📣 The Future of Event Marketing
Creative, cost-effective strategies that demonstrate measurable ROI — from authentic storytelling to data-led measurement.
View sessions →💛 Wellbeing That Works
Practical approaches to embedding wellbeing across teams, leadership and events — from reducing burnout to healthier workplace cultures.
View sessions →What's on the main stages
Revolutionising event accessibility: a person-first approach
A person-first approach to accessibility is redefining how events are designed and delivered. This session explores how organisations can embed inclusive practices at every stage of the event lifecycle — enhancing attendee experience and business impact through practical insights and proven strategies.
View session details →Words that win: copy coaching workshop
Learn to write marketing copy that converts — across websites, emails and social. Ditch writing in fear, discover what makes messaging land, and use AI strategically without losing your brand voice. Real tools, real results.
View session →Hot off the press: the future of events — report release
Conference Futurist Dr. Graham Norris hosts a high-powered panel to discuss outcomes from the live research workshop on the show's opening day — exploring emerging trends and how meetings might look in 2035.
View session →Tomorrow's Talent: The Next Wave of Event Thinking
Building on the energy of last year's session, expect a fresh, fast-paced and interactive format designed by emerging voices rethinking how we design experiences, build careers and evolve the industry. If you want to understand where the industry is heading next, this is the room to be in. of the UK events industry. Come and celebrate their success, then join the conversation as winners share their vision for the future of events.
The Reckoning: where the industry comes to debate — AI
AI is no longer a future topic — it's already changing who gets hired, how decisions are made, and what we value as an industry. Across three stages, three interconnected sessions tackle the forces reshaping our industry through one lens: AI and its impact on how we work, create and connect. This isn't a panel. It's a reckoning.
In the age of AI, who decides what we trust? James Lancaster confronts the uncomfortable realities of AI ethics, authenticity and accountability before trust becomes the industry's biggest casualty.
Are we preparing the next generation or replacing them before they start? Paul Harvey debates whether the industry is adapting responsibly or sleepwalking into a talent crisis.
Or will events lose their soul? Paula Rowntree explores how human insight and AI can collaborate to create smarter, more meaningful events — without losing the humanity at the heart of our industry.
The mentoring meet-up: next gen voices take the mic
Powered by Fast Forward 15 — graduate mentees step into the spotlight, experienced mentors share what they've gained, and the session closes with a 20-minute speed networking and speed mentoring round. A supportive, opportunity-focused space to connect, reflect and move forward.
View session →From hype to reality: AI's impact on events
Leading voices on AI — from inside and outside the industry — address the subject from beginner through to expert. Covering the power of prompting, working with clients responsibly, and where to embrace or avoid AI in your practice.
View session →
The names
you need to hear
This year's headliners don't just speak. They provoke, inspire and send you back to your career thinking differently.
Emma Henderson MBE
Airline Captain · Mentor · Brand Ambassador · PresenterOne of the UK's most senior female airline captains brings cockpit lessons to the conference floor — on staying decisive, leading with calm and building resilience when everything is uncertain.
View speaker profile →
John Vincent MBE
Co-founder of LEON · Podcast host · Writer, Return of the HumanThe man who built LEON from a single Carnaby Street restaurant into a global brand talks purpose, people and why human connection is the only competitive advantage that truly lasts.
View speaker profile →Also on the main stages this year
Salesforce
Formula One insider
the National Gallery
This is what it looks like
The buzz of the show floor, the energy of the stages, the moments between the meetings — picture yourself there in June.
Martin Rhodes MP to officially open The Meetings Show
Martin Rhodes MP — Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Events and Labour MP for Glasgow — will officially open The Meetings Show on the morning of 24 June. He will then tour the show floor to meet with buyers and exhibitors and discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the events sector today.
"I am very much looking forward to officially opening the event as Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Events. As one of the UK's leading gatherings for the meetings and events industry, it brings together the people, ideas and connections that drive the sector forward. I'm looking forward to meeting some of those at the heart of this important industry, and to hearing first-hand about the opportunities to further grow our world leading event economy." — Martin Rhodes MPRead the full announcement →
What's different
this year
Every year we push the show further. Here's what's brand new this year.
No more
guesswork
Eight focused streams. Every session relevant. Zero filler. From AI & Automation to Wellbeing That Works — build the two days you actually want.
Explore the streams →Colour the
show floor
A brand new collaborative, creative feature landing on the show floor this year. Hands-on, tactile and genuinely fun — this is the kind of thing you'll be talking about in meetings for weeks after.
More details coming soonWin a free
course place
We're giving away 10 free places on The Sustainable Events Course to lucky Meetings Show attendees. More details incoming — but if sustainability is on your agenda (and it should be), you'll want to keep an eye on this one.
More details coming soon 🎉Fresh faces on the show floor
Hover to pause.
Wellbeing by design
The Meetings Show takes place during Event Wellbeing Week — running 22-28 June — and we're proud to be part of it. This year's theme, Wellbeing by Design, is about moving beyond wellbeing as an afterthought, and embedding it into the way we plan, design and deliver events. Because people thrive when wellbeing is considered from the start.
A dedicated, thoughtfully designed quiet space on the show floor — a genuine moment to decompress, reset and breathe between meetings and sessions. Because two full days on the floor is a lot, and you deserve a proper pause.
A low-stimulation space available to all attendees throughout both days — for anyone who needs a moment away from noise, crowds or overstimulation. No questions asked. Just a calm, welcoming space that's there when you need it.
Trained EventWell volunteers will be on hand throughout both days — a friendly face, a listening ear, and a signpost to any wellbeing support or resources you might need. Whether you're a first-timer or a regular, it helps to know someone's there.
Practical, take-home resources for event professionals — covering neurodiversity, mental health, event environment design, workplace culture and more. Designed to be used long after the show floor closes. We'll be sharing details closer to the show. Watch this space.
22-28 June
Wellbeing by design
Event Wellbeing Week invites event professionals, venues, suppliers, employers and industry leaders to rethink how wellbeing is built into the environments, experiences and cultures we create.
From event design and sensory safety to workplace culture, mental health, neuroinclusion and sustainable performance — this year's theme is about moving beyond wellbeing as an add-on.
More than an exhibition
The Meetings Show floor has always been more than stand after stand. Here's what else you'll find this year.
Accessibility & Inclusivity
All sessions on Stage One, Stage Two and the Blank Canvas will feature AI-powered live captioning, powered by Snapsight — making education more accessible for every attendee. We're also welcoming back Lim, a global studio of live visualisers, for the fifth consecutive year. Their team will create live visuals in the Blank Canvas and capture content for the TMS Playbook — pulling key themes from across all three stages into one essential post-show resource.
Apprentices at the show
Apprentices will be taking part in The Meetings Show this year, supported by Events Apprenticeships and in collaboration with training provider partners JGA and Access Industry. They'll be working onsite, gaining hands-on experience and contributing to the running of the show — a brilliant demonstration of apprenticeships developing the next generation of event professionals.
GetPica — your event photos, instantly
Official TMS photos featuring you, delivered directly to your smartphone. No hunting through shared galleries — your show memories arrive in real time. Event code and full details will be shared ahead of the show.
Partner sessions on the show floor
Beyond the three main stages, several of our partners — including the mia, The Power of Events and EventWell — will be hosting bite-sized drop-in sessions directly from their stands, covering topics from event impact and wellbeing to industry best practice. More partners will be added to the programme over the coming weeks — watch this space.
View education programme →Exclusive events,
just for hosted buyers
Event planning decision-makers with confirmed business to place can apply for our Hosted Buyer Programme — complimentary travel and accommodation, pre-scheduled 1-1 meetings with suppliers, and access to exclusive events that the rest of the show floor simply doesn't get near.
The Hosted Buyer
Masterclasses
A full day of curated education, designed exclusively for hosted buyers — before the show floor even opens. Deep dives, peer conversation and genuine insight covering the trends and challenges shaping your world right now. The full masterclass programme is now live.
The Welcome
Reception
The evening before the show opens. The room you want to be in. A brilliantly curated evening where the conversations start before the show floor does. We'll transfer you there and back — so all you need to do is turn up and enjoy it.
*Please note: Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. The welcome reception is only available to hosted buyers who select the 3-day attendance option or the 2 days & welcome reception option when registering. Exclusive invitations will be sent to all eligible hosted buyers — RSVP to secure your place.
Your guide
to the show floor
This floorplan covers all three co-located shows — The Meetings Show, Business Travel Show Europe and TravelTech Show — all under one roof at Excel London. Start planning your route now so you make the most of both days.
Carpet colours on the floor
An interactive floorplan will be available in the show app closer to the event.
Everything you need
to plan your visit
Show timings, travel, food, WiFi, cloakrooms — it's all here.
Wednesday 24 June
09:30 – 17:30
Hall open to exhibitors from 08:00 · Hosted buyers from 09:00 · All other visitors from 09:30
Thursday 25 June
09:30 – 17:00
Hall open to exhibitors from 08:00 · Hosted buyers from 09:00 · All other visitors from 09:30
Hall N2: Badge holders & fast-track entry · Hall N3: Badge queries & printing
Please note: The Meetings Show exhibitors and visitors must enter via Halls N2 or N3 only. Once inside the hall, you will have complimentary access to our co-located shows.
📛 Badges
Visitors and exhibitors are encouraged to print badges at home. Badges will be emailed approximately two weeks before the show. Fast-track entry is available via Hall N2 for pre-printed badges.
Travel to the show
The closest station is Custom House on the Elizabeth line. Plan your journey in advance — and give yourself a little extra time on day one.
Accommodation
Staying overnight? Use our partnership with HotelMap to find and book accommodation close to Excel London at preferential rates.
Eating & drinking at the show
Excel London has over 20 onsite food and drink options. The venue is entirely cashless — all eateries are card only. You're welcome to bring your own lunch. Water refill stations are available throughout — please bring a reusable bottle and cup.
Will there be WiFi?
Yes — Excel London provides free, fast WiFi throughout. Sign into '_Excel FREE Wi-Fi' on arrival using the standard log-in, or via LinkedIn, Facebook or X. Exhibitors needing dedicated WiFi should refer to their Exhibitor Zone.
Will there be cloakrooms?
Two cloakrooms are available — one at the west end (level 0, by N4/S4) and one at the east end (level 0). Fee is £1 per item for coats and luggage. Cameras, laptops and electronics cannot be stored. Hosted buyers have a complimentary cloakroom in the Hosted Buyer Lounge.
Will there be a show guide?
No printed show guide — part of our sustainability commitment. Use the event app and online platform to explore the floorplan, exhibitor list and programme. Large printed maps will be at the show entrances.
Are there cash machines?
ATMs are near the west entrance, in the boulevard between S6 and N6, and on level 0 between N4 and S4. There's also a Tesco Express with an ATM nearby. Remember — Excel London is cashless, so plan ahead.
Can I bring children?
This year, attendees under 18 are welcome. They do not need to be registered but must be accompanied by an adult over 18 at all times. A new onsite crèche is also available this year, in partnership with Nipperbout — find out more here. Please review the full admission policy before attending.
I'm an exhibitor — where's my info?
All exhibitor logistics — build schedules, badge allocation, WiFi and more — are in your Exhibitor Zone. If you haven't received access, submit a ticket →
Want more details about the venue?
Excel London has a comprehensive set of guides covering everything from getting there to accessibility facilities and frequently asked questions.
Your badge unlocks
two more shows
Your Meetings Show registration gives you free access to two additional world-class events running alongside us at Excel London on the same dates.
Business Travel Show Europe
Where travel buyers, procurement managers and bookers from across Europe go to start, improve or benchmark their travel programmes. Presented by The BTN Group.
Find out more →TravelTech Show
Uniting senior travel technology decision-makers with the widest range of innovative B2B travel and technology services — helping them deliver exceptional experiences across their organisations.
Find out more →Our commitment
to sustainability
Sustainability isn't a pledge — it shapes every decision we make about the show. This year we're continuing our commitment to running a responsible, low-impact event that reflects the values of the industry it serves.
Second-hand furniture used throughout the event build to reduce waste and environmental impact.
Limited printed materials — use the event platform and entrance maps to navigate the show.
No red meat within the Central Lounge bar or Hosted Buyer Lounge, with a strong range of plant-forward options throughout.
Water refill stations available across the venue — please bring a reusable bottle and cup.
Working with isla
Our strategic sustainability partner isla will be at The Meetings Show this year — and their CEO & Founder Anna Abdelnoor is taking to the stage with a session that doesn't pull any punches.
The sustainability excuses killing progress — and a blueprint to shut them down fast
For anyone frustrated by vague promises and stalled progress. A practical, uncensored session that tackles the real excuses in event delivery and leadership — and replaces them with actions that protect margin, reputation and client relationships. Leave with a downloadable blueprint for your back pocket.
Anna Abdelnoor, CEO & Founder — isla
More events & courses
from our portfolio
Extend your learning and your network beyond the show floor.
The Sustainable Events Course
A solid foundation in sustainability for events — available on demand, so you can start whenever suits you.
Find out more →The Advanced Sustainable Events Course
For experienced professionals ready to tackle real-world sustainability challenges — available on demand.
Find out more →M&IT Awards
Taking place on Friday, 18 September, The M&IT Awards celebrate the people, businesses and creativity driving the industry forward. Expect a Champagne reception, entertainment, celebrity host, three-course dinner and an afterparty.
Find out more →Teams Europe
Bringing together sports-event rights holders and organisers with destinations, hoteliers and service providers. Taking place 23–25 March in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Find out more →See what happened
last year
Not been before? This is what two days at The Meetings Show actually looks and feels like. Watch the highlights and picture yourself there in June.
It's almost show time
Day 1 highlights
Day 2 highlights
Ready to
turn up?
Join thousands of event professionals at Excel London this June. Free registration is still open — your next great connection, supplier or idea is waiting.
⚠ Free online registration closes 23 June Onsite registration available at £999 + VAT 24-25 JUNE 2026 · Excel London · Free to attendYour guide
to the show floor
This floorplan covers all three co-located shows — The Meetings Show, Business Travel Show Europe and TravelTech Show — all under one roof at Excel London. Start planning your route now so you make the most of both days.
Carpet colours on the floor
An interactive floorplan will be available in the show app closer to the event.
Everything you need
to plan your visit
Show timings, travel, food, WiFi, cloakrooms — it's all here.
Wednesday 24 June
09:30 – 17:30
Hall open to exhibitors from 08:00 · Hosted buyers from 09:00 · All other visitors from 09:30
Thursday 25 June
09:30 – 17:00
Hall open to exhibitors from 08:00 · Hosted buyers from 09:00 · All other visitors from 09:30
Hall N2: Badge holders & fast-track entry · Hall N3: Badge queries & printing
Please note: The Meetings Show exhibitors and visitors must enter via Halls N2 or N3 only. Once inside the hall, you will have complimentary access to our co-located shows.
📛 Badges
Visitors and exhibitors are encouraged to print badges at home. Badges will be emailed approximately two weeks before the show. Fast-track entry is available via Hall N2 for pre-printed badges.
Travel to the show
The closest station is Custom House on the Elizabeth line. Plan your journey in advance — and give yourself a little extra time on day one.
Accommodation
Staying overnight? Use our partnership with HotelMap to find and book accommodation close to Excel London at preferential rates.
Eating & drinking at the show
Excel London has over 20 onsite food and drink options. The venue is entirely cashless — all eateries are card only. You're welcome to bring your own lunch. Water refill stations are available throughout — please bring a reusable bottle and cup.
Will there be WiFi?
Yes — Excel London provides free, fast WiFi throughout. Sign into '_Excel FREE Wi-Fi' on arrival using the standard log-in, or via LinkedIn, Facebook or X. Exhibitors needing dedicated WiFi should refer to their Exhibitor Zone.
Will there be cloakrooms?
Two cloakrooms are available — one at the west end (level 0, by N4/S4) and one at the east end (level 0). Fee is £1 per item for coats and luggage. Cameras, laptops and electronics cannot be stored. Hosted buyers have a complimentary cloakroom in the Hosted Buyer Lounge.
Will there be a show guide?
No printed show guide — part of our sustainability commitment. Use the event app and online platform to explore the floorplan, exhibitor list and programme. Large printed maps will be at the show entrances.
Are there cash machines?
ATMs are near the west entrance, in the boulevard between S6 and N6, and on level 0 between N4 and S4. There's also a Tesco Express with an ATM nearby. Remember — Excel London is cashless, so plan ahead.
Can I bring children?
This year, attendees under 18 are welcome. They do not need to be registered but must be accompanied by an adult over 18 at all times. A new onsite crèche is also available this year, in partnership with Nipperbout — find out more here. Please review the full admission policy before attending.
I'm an exhibitor — where's my info?
All exhibitor logistics — build schedules, badge allocation, WiFi and more — are in your Exhibitor Zone. If you haven't received access, submit a ticket →
Want more details about the venue?
Excel London has a comprehensive set of guides covering everything from getting there to accessibility facilities and frequently asked questions.
Your badge unlocks
two more shows
Your Meetings Show registration gives you free access to two additional world-class events running alongside us at Excel London on the same dates.
Business Travel Show Europe
Where travel buyers, procurement managers and bookers from across Europe go to start, improve or benchmark their travel programmes. Presented by The BTN Group.
Find out more →TravelTech Show
Uniting senior travel technology decision-makers with the widest range of innovative B2B travel and technology services — helping them deliver exceptional experiences across their organisations.
Find out more →Our commitment
to sustainability
Sustainability isn't a pledge — it shapes every decision we make about the show. This year we're continuing our commitment to running a responsible, low-impact event that reflects the values of the industry it serves.
Second-hand furniture used throughout the event build to reduce waste and environmental impact.
Limited printed materials — use the event platform and entrance maps to navigate the show.
No red meat within the Central Lounge bar or Hosted Buyer Lounge, with a strong range of plant-forward options throughout.
Water refill stations available across the venue — please bring a reusable bottle and cup.
Working with isla
Our strategic sustainability partner isla will be at The Meetings Show this year — and their CEO & Founder Anna Abdelnoor is taking to the stage with a session that doesn't pull any punches.
The sustainability excuses killing progress — and a blueprint to shut them down fast
For anyone frustrated by vague promises and stalled progress. A practical, uncensored session that tackles the real excuses in event delivery and leadership — and replaces them with actions that protect margin, reputation and client relationships. Leave with a downloadable blueprint for your back pocket.
Anna Abdelnoor, CEO & Founder — isla
More events & courses
from our portfolio
Extend your learning and your network beyond the show floor.
The Sustainable Events Course
A solid foundation in sustainability for events — available on demand, so you can start whenever suits you.
Find out more →The Advanced Sustainable Events Course
For experienced professionals ready to tackle real-world sustainability challenges — available on demand.
Find out more →M&IT Awards
Taking place on Friday, 18 September, The M&IT Awards celebrate the people, businesses and creativity driving the industry forward. Expect a Champagne reception, entertainment, celebrity host, three-course dinner and an afterparty.
Find out more →Teams Europe
Bringing together sports-event rights holders and organisers with destinations, hoteliers and service providers. Taking place 23–25 March in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Find out more →See what happened
last year
Not been before? This is what two days at The Meetings Show actually looks and feels like. Watch the highlights and picture yourself there in June.
It's almost show time
Day 1 highlights
Day 2 highlights
Ready to
turn up?
Join thousands of event professionals at Excel London this June. Free registration is still open — your next great connection, supplier or idea is waiting.
⚠ Free online registration closes 23 June Onsite registration available at £999 + VAT 24-25 JUNE 2026 · Excel London · Free to attend
