The holidays are that time of year when you reconnect with your family, and you can’t help but notice how much your cousin’s kids have grown since you last saw them. If your event planning business can experience that kind of growth spurt, it will be unrecognizable in a year.
Luckily, there’s a foolproof business growth strategy that’ll have your grandma raving about you and wondering how you grew up to be such a business genius. Attending conferences will boost your event planning business and connect you with decision-makers from top corporate brands.
In this article, we list the top event planning conferences for 2025. We’re counting down the days and saving the best for last because we think Santa will do just that.
6.IAEE Expo! explain!
when: December 9-11
Where: George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston
What: IAEA Expo! explain! Full of learning opportunities for event professionals. Classroom instruction, hands-on learning, and the opportunity to earn CE credits make Expo! Expo! A must-attend conference for anyone in the events industry.
IAEA Expo! Expo! This is also your chance to step into the spotlight as an exhibitor. Nearly 90% of IAEE members are high-level decision-makers in their organizations. Connect with national vendors whose services will breathe new life into your New York event.
5. Experiential Marketing Summit 2025
when:April 14-16
Where：MGM Grand Hotel, Las Vegas
What: this Experiential Marketing Summit is where immersive entertainment and corporate events collide, creating an event conference that showcases “what’s next” in experiential marketing. Here you’ll find decision-makers from top brands interested in creating memorable and engaging experiential campaigns.
Brands are increasingly turning to experiential entertainment to gain attention. Experiential entertainment encourages attendees to get involved, including everything from VR entertainment to 3D projections to bounce houses. High demand and emerging technology have made experiential events the most exciting new event trend since Beyoncé started performing private performances.
Solidify your brand reputation as New York City’s top experiential event planner by attending the 2025 Experiential Marketing Summit.
4.International Convention on the Elimination of Child Labor 2025
when: January 26-27
Where: Hard Rock Hotel Atlantic City, New Jersey
What: International Program on the Elimination of Child Labor Represents the independent planner education community where independent event planners network, hear from industry leaders and meet face-to-face with qualified prospects.
It’s this last reason—face time with qualified leaders—that sets IPEC apart from other event planning conferences. Northstar Meetings Group is a founding sponsor of IPEC and attracts qualified buyers to IPEC by providing hospitality including airfare, accommodations and meals.
IPEC 2025 offers event planners the best opportunity to grow their roster of event clients.
3. US IMEX in 2025
when: October 7-9
Where: Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas
What: IMEX USA Corporation It bills itself as “the business events industry’s largest trade show.” Judging by the numbers, we tend to believe them. According to their website, over 5,700 buyers attend IMEX America. More than 27% of these buyers have event budgets in excess of $10 million.
Attendees won’t have to pay anywhere near that amount because IMEX America is free for event professionals. This means exhibitors will have unprecedented access to thousands of potential leads. IMEX America makes it easy with an event platform that offers messaging so potential customers can easily find and contact you.
Attending IMEX America will give you unprecedented exposure and help you achieve your event planning business goals.
2. International conferences
when: February 26-27
Where：London, UK
What: When you’re looking for an event industry conference and the trip of a lifetime, plus tax savings, look no further than international conference In London. Of course, London’s iconic architecture, buzzing arts scene and world-class entertainment options are all tempting. But it’s Confex that makes London a top destination for event planners.
Here, top international brands come together to find event planning solutions. Confex has over 5,000 attendees and over 16,000 connections on its app. Attending Confex will make your event planning business a reality. Then, in between dealing with decision-makers at companies like the Financial Times and Red Bull, you can visit the palace and try to make the Royal Guards laugh.
1. Event Planning Expo 2025
when: October 14-16
Where: New York City
What: The world capital is also the center of the event planning industry. Right here in New York City, Event Planner Expo Event planning professionals from around the world come together for three days of networking, demonstrations and, of course, exhibitions.
More than 50 speakers representing the best and brightest in the industry will share their experiences and knowledge. The Event Planner Expo features development sessions to sharpen your business skills. Attendees will gain knowledge, gain industry insights and be inspired at the Event Planner Expo. You can be at your exhibitor’s booth, ready to make connections, close deals, and grow your event planning business by leaps and bounds. Register to Attend Event Planner Expo 2025book your booth now.
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