IBTM · Reed Exhibitions (RX)
IBTM World
ConferenceGovernmentIn-personAnnual
Barcelona, ES17 Nov 2026 – 19 Nov 20263 days
Countries
150+
Duration
3 days · 17 Nov 2026 – 19 Nov 2026
Frequency
Annual
About this congress
IBTM World is where the global meetings and events industry comes together to adapt to change, solve their biggest challenges, and accelerate transformation. It is the leading global event for the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events) industry, bringing together professionals for business opportunities, professional education, and networking. The event aims to inspire the events industry to deliver exceptional experiences for its customers.
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Key details
- City & country
- Barcelona, ES
- Dates
- 17 Nov 2026 – 19 Nov 2026
- Duration
- 3 days
- Frequency
- Annual
- Format
- In-person
- Rotation pattern
- Fixed
- Commercial type
- Trade ShowB2BExhibition
- Official website
- www.ibtmworld.com — register free for link access
Who attends
Event plannersconference organizersmeetings industry professionalscorporate plannersexperience engineerstech suppliersassociationssenior event professionalshosted buyerssuppliersdestinationshotelsvenuesevent tech suppliersevent startups
Programme
Tracks
Event Tech and InnovationInsights and TrendsExperience Design & EngagementSustainable Impact & AdvocacyPeople, Purpose & WellbeingBrand and MarketingNext Gen Talent & Careers
Networking events
- Association Leaders Forum
- Exceptional Experiences Forum
- Forum For Advocacy
- Club Night
Host city history — 4 congresses since 2005
2025BarcelonaES← current
2024BarcelonaES
2023BarcelonaES
2005BarcelonaES
Europe
ES ×4
Based on the rotation history, the next congress is likely to move to a different region. Barcelona has hosted 4× (2005, 2023, 2024, 2025).