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As an event marketer and planner, you must be in the thick of the event season—juggling everything from budgets, stakeholder expectations, venue logistics to tech integrations, attendee engagement, and so on.
Stepping away from the daily grind to attend top-tier event marketing and planning conferences can be a real game-changer for you. Whether you need to get better at your job, learn new strategies, expand your network, or just recharge, these gatherings can do you real good.
Below is a curated list of the best event marketing and planning conferences 2025 has to offer. Each one promises fresh insights, proven tactics, and the kind of networking that can level up your events expertise in a big way.
Top 2025 conferences for event marketers and planners
#1 Event Marketing Summit (EMS)
Where? MGM Grand, Las Vegas, USA
When? April 14–16, 2025
Why attend? EMS is a three-day deep dive into the future of experiential marketing and trade show strategies. You’ll find global brands, event tech experts, and agencies ready to share new ways of capturing audience attention.
Look out for interactive workshops, power-packed panels, and plenty of networking to spark your next big move.
Who attends?
- B2B and B2C marketers
- Trade show teams
- Executives from leading event agencies
- Meeting planners, event strategists, experience designers, event tech gurus
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#2 MPI’s (WEC) World Education Congress
Where? St. Louis, Missouri, USA
When? June 18–20, 2025
Why attend? WEC offers expert-led sessions, advanced workshops, and interactive experiences that challenge you to think differently about event planning. It’s also the place to build new partnerships and fuel your sales pipeline—perfect if you want to broaden your reach for the year ahead.
Who attends?
- Meeting professionals (corporate, association, nonprofit)
- Event producers and managers
- Hospitality and venue sales teams
- Independent planners and consultants
- Education professionals seeking new skills
#3 Event Marketers Week by Zuddl
Where? Virtual
When? August 19–21, 2025
Why attend? This free virtual gathering focuses on event marketers’ growth, wellness, and career advancement. Expect candid conversations about stress management (we know how intense this job can be), insights into modern experiential marketing, and so much more.
Join from anywhere and learn from top industry experts for free.
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Who attends?
- B2B event and experiential marketers
- Event and marketing leaders
- Marketing operations teams
- Brand managers
- Conference producers
#4 IMEX America
Where? Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, USA
When? October 7–9, 2025
Why attend? IMEX America is one of the biggest event-planning conferences on the planet. The four-day program is packed with sessions on everything from incentive travel to sustainable planning.
The show floor buzzes with opportunities, making it easy to build new connections, discover new tech tools, and get new ideas that can give your next event a serious edge.
Who attends?
- Meeting planners
- Event agency heads
- Association executives
- Incentive travel buyers
- In-house event experts
- Event technology providers
#5 The Event Planner Expo
Where? New York City, USA
When? October 14–16, 2025
Why attend? New York City sets the perfect stage for this bustling expo. You’ll find 150+ exhibitors on the trade show floor, keynote speakers, and panelists who aren’t afraid to shake up traditional thinking.
It’s an ideal place to discover innovative venues, build new collaborations, and polish your event marketing know-how.
Who attends?
- Event planners
- Corporate decision-makers
- Meeting planners
- Marketers
- CEOs
#6 Event Tech Live (ETL)
Where? ExCeL, London, UK
When? November 12–13, 2025
Why attend? ETL is a globally recognized tech-focused event that unites event professionals, tech companies, and startups. It’s free for qualified professionals, which means you can freely explore the latest software, virtual platforms, AV tools, and more.
With rapid demos and forward-looking talks, you’ll leave with a clearer picture of how to use technology to make your events more impactful.
Who attends?
- Event technology providers
- Event planners and producers exploring tech solutions
- AV specialists and virtual event managers
- Corporate marketers hunting for new platforms
- Tech-savvy venue reps
#7 IBTM World
Where? Barcelona, Spain
When? November 18–20, 2025
Why attend? IBTM World is designed to inspire and empower B2B event planners with experiences that deliver solid business results. You’ll connect face-to-face with top event suppliers, technology providers, and industry experts—all in one place—so you can discover fresh ideas, adopt innovations, and plan more impactful events.
What sets IBTM World apart is its strong, vibrant community and 30+ years of experience connecting global leaders in the meetings and events sector.
Who attends?
- Destination management companies and tourism boards
- Event technology providers
- Association executives and nonprofit organizers
- International buyers and hosted buyers
- Event marketers seeking global connections
#8 IAEE Expo! Expo!
Where? Houston, Texas, USA
When? December 8–10, 2025
Why attend? Expo! Expo! is the go-to event for trade show organizers and suppliers. The extensive networking at the event alone can open new doors for partnerships and sponsorships.
Add in sessions on the latest trends in large-scale exhibitions, and you’ll walk away with sharper strategies and a robust contact list ready to tackle 2026.
Who attends?
- Exhibition organizers and trade show managers
- Corporate marketing teams and brand managers
- Event sponsors and industry suppliers
- Venue operators and hospitality professionals
- Business owners eyeing growth in the trade show space
With limited time on your hands, attending the right event marketing conferences can be the difference between staying stuck or hitting that next level at your job.
Make the most of these events by walking in with specific goals, an open mind, and a willingness to connect with the person next to you.
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