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2025 SHOW PREVIEW

FIND OUT WHAT THIS YEAR'S SHOW HAS GOT IN STORE FOR YOU...

Be sure to check this page regularly in the run-up to the show, as more information will be added daily. 

And if you haven't registered yet, consider this your sign! Free online registration for visitor buyers closes before the show on 24 June, and all onsite registrations will be charged at the ticket price of £999 +VAT, so secure your place today. 
Your badge will also give you access to our co-located shows: Business Travel Show Europe and TravelTech Show.

EXHIBITORS NETWORKING EVENTS EDUCATION PROGRAMME WELLBEING INITIATIVES HOSTED BUYER EVENTS KNOW BEFORE YOU GO & FAQS DOWNLOAD THE FLOORPLAN

VISIT ALL FOUR CORNERS OF THE GLOBE, WITH 650+ EXHIBITORS TO CHOOSE FROM

From Abu Dhabi to Zagreb, we've got you covered:

💪 Industry giants including Hilton, Melia Hotels & Resorts, Great Hotels of the World, Lime Venue Portfolio, The NEC Group and Butlin’s.

🔁 Welcome returners such as Greater Miami CVB, Meet in Ireland, Meet Riga, and Istanbul CVB.

🇬🇧  A strong UK presence led by Visit Wales, VisitScotland, Visit Brighton, Meet Bristol and Bath, and Meet Manchester Convention Bureau.

🆕 Newbies from the likes of Southern Sun, Century City Conference Centre in Cape Town, Budapest CVB and Meet Cambridge.

🏛️ Pavilions such as London, Destinations, Hotels & DMCs, USA, Canada, Coventry, and Portugal.

➕ Many more including Olympia, Innovation Norway, The Hoxton, The QHotels Collection, CrowdComms, and STAR Your World.

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NETWORKING EVENTS

Minor Hotels: Stand H50

Ready to win a getaway at one of our hotels?

Don't miss our exclusive raffle on stand H50!

Pick up your room key from one of our team members and check in on Wednesday 25 June at 3:30 PM to see if you're the lucky winner.

✨ One key could unlock your next escape!

Motivation Hungary: Stand C41

Don't forget to stop by and enjoy the Quiz Show each day. 

25 June - 11:00 & 15:00
26 June - 11:00 & 15:00

Just arrive at the Hungarian stand (C41) during the times above, have your phone ready, and put your knowledge of Hungary to the test, to be in with a chance of winning some great prizes. 

Pearl Representation: Stand F32

We're hosting a special networking event on the evening of Wednesday 25 June, at the stunning Mayfair Townhouse, in the centre of London, on invitation ONLY.

Please reach out to us if you are a buyer and interested in meeting with our DMCs and hotel partners in a relaxed setting around exceptional food and drinks.

The Delegate Wranglers: Stand D81

The Delegate Wranglers Meet-Up/Kitchen Disco is back! 

At 4pm on Wednesday 25 June, head to The Delegate Wranglers stand (D81) and Lime Venue Portfolio (D69) - which are opposite each other, where there will be drinks, amazing networking and a DJ in LVP's kitchen stand!

Greater Miami Convention Bureau: Stand D23

Enter to win a two-night stay in Miami! 

  • Stop by our Miami booth! 
  • Scan the QR code 
  • Fill out the form and attach an RFP of 10 peak room nights or more 

Start Day Two With a Spring in Your Step

Go! Running Tours is delighted to invite attendees to join their tours on Thursday 26 June at 7:00 AM, starting at the Custom House entrance to Excel London, right at the top of the stairs.

Kick-start your morning with a 5k running tour at a pace of 6 min/km or a 3k brisk walking tour.

You'll stop along the way and there will be plenty of opportunities to network and take in the local area – its fascinating history, its vibe and its beauty.

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Go! Running

KNOWLEDGE YOU DIDN’T KNOW YOU NEEDED

An immersive & thought provoking education programme

Traditional education at industry shows often means passive listening, but real learning happens through interaction, creativity, and hands-on experience. That’s why we’re redefining our 2025 education programme to be more immersive, thought-provoking, and accessible to all and ensuring inclusivity, best practice and diversity through expert-led content that embraces and supports development no matter where you are in your career.


VIEW THE 2025 EDUCATION PROGRAMME

Must-See Sessions

Celebrating and Learning from Tomorrow’s Talent: Gen Z Insights for Industry Leaders

Stage One
Wed 25 June, 12:40

Come and meet our winners, celebrate their success and join in the lively discussions where some of our winners will share their thoughts about the future of the industry, how it could be shaped and their role in leading that charge. This will be a great opportunity to network with some of the up and coming talent in the sector so mark this in your diary today!

The Human Advantage: Designing for Connection-First in a Disconnected World

Stage Two
Thurs 26 June, 12:40
Speaker: Margaux Miller

In this energizing and psychology-backed session, TED.com-featured speaker and global emcee Margaux Miller reveals how today’s most successful events and gathering experiences are designed not just around content, but around human connection.

The Power Of Purpose: Creating Meaningful Content For The Next Generation Of Corporate Events

Stage Two
Wed 25 June, 10:40 
Speaker: Taylor Smith

In an ever-evolving landscape where younger audiences prioritize authenticity and connection, corporate events must do more than inform—they must inspire. This keynote/workshop explores how intentional, meaningful content transforms events into unforgettable experiences

Designing For Belonging With Marriott International And Storycraft Lab

Stage One
Thurs 26 June, 14:00 
Speaker: Naomi Clare Crellin

Data shows that Belonging leads to deeper audience engagement and strengthens connections to a brand, an event and its community. This interactive workshop will show you how to use the Designing for Belonging Toolkit for outcomes of human growth, connection, recommendations and high performance. 

How CX Will Shape The Future Of Events

Stage One
Thurs 26 June, 11:20 
Speaker
: Georgie Stayches

We'll explore Customer Experience (CX) and how every detail of business events impact how our delegates interpret, experience and recall them – from leveraging our senses to our built and natural environment. 

Partner Sessions

Wednesday 25th June

Human Sustainability and Welfare in Events

Power of Events hub with -45dB Stand C32, 10:40

Breaking Barriers: Navigating Macroeconomic Challenges in the Events Sector

Power of Events hub with -45dB Stand C32, 11:40

Why Your brain Needs a Break: The Neuroscience of Pause 

EventWell Stand F14, 11:40

The Power of Inclusive events and Accessible Talent: Supporting Neurodiversity and Alternative Learning

Power of Events hub with -45dB Stand C32, 14:40

Pathways to Growth: Mergers & Acquisitions and Partnership Innovations

Power of Events hub with -45dB Stand C32, 15:40

Thursday 26th June

Strengthening the Events Ecosystem: Supply Chain and Freelance Workforce

Power of Events hub with -45dB Stand C32, 10:40

Data and Research

Power of Events hub with -45dB Stand C32, 11:40

Neuroinclusion in Action: What Makes an Event Truly Accessible?

EventWell Stand F14, 11:40

Next Gen Talent: Education, Training, and DEI

Power of Events hub with -45dB Stand C32, 14:40

New for 2025: Event Wellbeing Week

We've joined forces with EventWell, the UK's leading social enterprise and campaigner for mental wellbeing and neuroinclusion in events, to relaunch Event Wellbeing Week during the show. This year’s theme is: The Power of Pause: Self-Love as a Radical Act and there are a host of sessions and activities woven throughout the show that align beautifully with this message. From calming movement and mental resets to powerful conversations around inclusion, burnout and belonging — this is your unofficial wellbeing trail through the halls of Excel London.

The Wellbeing Trail: Wednesday 25 June

  • Workplace Yoga: More Than Just Stretches! How To Optimise The Brain Through Body, Breath & Awareness
    Ease into your day with breath-led movement to support posture, focus, and calm — no flexibility (or Lycra) required.
    Time & location: 10:00 - 10:30, Blank Canvas (stand E90)
     

  • The Generation Game: How To Embrace The Challenge Of Engaging A Diverse Attendee Audience
    An energising conversation about workplace wellbeing across generations — and how to make it work for everyone.
    Time & location: 11:20 - 11:50, Stage Two (stand A90)
     

  • The Human Library... Borrow An Expert, Gain New Insights
    Sit down with a “human book” and hear lived experiences on mental health, neurodiversity, resilience, and more.
    Time & location: 15:20 - 15:50, Stage Two (stand A90)

The Wellbeing Trail: Thursday 26 June

  • The Reckoning - What's Next For Our Industry?
    An unmissable deep-dive into accessibility and inclusion in the events world. Honest, necessary, and long overdue.
    Time & location: 09:45 - 10:30, Stage One (stand A20), Stage Two (stand A90) and Blank Canvas (stand E90)
     

  • Move, Breathe, Thrive: An Active Approach To Joy And Wellbeing
    A mid-morning reset for body and mind. Shake off the tension, breathe deeply, and carry on with calmness.
    Time & location: 10:40 - 11:10, Blank Canvas (stand E90)
     

  • Networking That Works (For Introverts)
    Finally — a session on connection that doesn’t assume you love small talk. Discover quieter, more authentic ways to build relationships.
    Time & location: 12:00 - 12:30, Stage One (stand A20)
     

  • Neurodiverse Inclusive Guidelines For The Events Industry
    Practical, actionable guidance for creating events that actually work for neurodivergent minds. Essential for any planner or venue.
    Time & location: 12:40-13:10, Stage One (stand A20)
     

  • The Human Library... Borrow An Expert, Gain New Insights
    A second chance to have a 1:1 or small group conversation with someone sharing their real story. Come with curiosity.
    Time & location: 13:20 - 13:50, Stage Two (stand A90)
     

  • From Burnout To Balance: Managing Stress In Event Planning
    Real talk on stress, sustainability and what it really means to prioritise mental health — for your team and yourself.
    Time & location: 14:40-15:10, Blank Canvas (stand E90)
     

  • The Decompression Session
    Guided breathwork, calming audio, and gentle movement to help you leave the show feeling clear, calm, and grounded. You don’t want to miss this.
    Time & location: 15:20-15:50, Blank Canvas (stand E90)

New for 2025: Attendee Wellbeing Toolkits

Whether you're attending to learn, explore new ideas, reconnect with peers, showcase your products and services, or just get inspired - the EventWell team have put together some handy guides for all attendee types. Please read through the relevant wellbeing toolkit before joining us, to ensure you have the most successful experience possible. 

EXHIBITOR TOOLKIT HOSTED BUYER TOOLKIT VISITOR TOOLKIT (ALL OTHER ATTENDEE TYPES)

New for 2025: The EventWell SensoryGarden: Stand F14

The SensoryGarden is a lush, biophilic retreat in the heart of Excel, offering attendees a serene haven filled with greenery, natural textures, and gentle sounds—no agenda, no expectations, just a calming space to breathe, reset, and recharge, open to all throughout the show.

The EventWell stand will also offer the following wellbeing sessions:

Wednesday 25 June, 11:40: Why Your Brain Needs a Break: The Neuroscience of Pause
Lightly guided talk with interactive moments.
Focus: A quick dive into the overstimulation cycle at events, what happens in the neurodivergent brain under sensory stress, the science behind why taking intentional pauses improves focus, empathy, and decision-making, quick grounding techniques and a three-minute guided grounding pause.

Thursday 26 June, 11:40: Neuroinclusion in Action: What Makes an Event Truly Accessible?
Interactive discussion & real-world examples.
Focus: Performative inclusion vs real, lived neuroinclusion, key insights from EventWell’s research, actionable insights for organisers, and the power of sensory tools and props.

The SensoryCalm Quiet Room: Stand F14

#TakeTheTime to relax and refresh your mind, and take a break from the hustle and bustle of the show floor in this safe and quiet space, tucked away on the show floor.

It's the perfect place to calm and regulate your sensory and nervous systems, decompress, and find respite, with noise-cancelling headsets, fidgets, weighted blankets, meditation headsets, colouring tools, puzzles, books and magazines at your disposal.

An EventWell Host will be on hand to make everyone feel welcome and offer support if needed. EventWell hosts are mental health and neurodiversity trained.

EventWell Buddies: N3 Hall Entrance

The EventWell® Buddies will be on hand to help you navigate the venue and event, providing information on the layout, facilities, and key areas - like keynote stages, the quiet room, accessible toilets and more, should you require it. 

You'll find them located at the entrance to The Meetings Show and you can let them know in advance of the show that you would like buddy assistance by contacting EventWell via support@eventwell.org or by calling 0800 470 0958.

Information Point: Stand F14

Come and ask your questions about everything mental wellbeing, neuroinclusion and the services offered by the EventWell team and their accessibility and inclusion specialist partners.

HOSTED BUYER ONLY EVENTS

The Hosted Buyer Masterclasses

Taking place on Tuesday 24 June, The Hosted Buyer Masterclasses are a bespoke education programme, designed exclusively for hosted buyers. This unique opportunity allows you to deep dive into market trends and buyer strategies, connect with your peers, and gain industry insights that are second to none.

This year, as part of the programme, attendees will:

  • Discover how to use humour in business with Emmy-winning comedy writer Beth Sherman

  • Deep dive into key topics like AI, creative marketing, and leadership strategies

  • Leave the day feeling energised in a choose-your-own-adventure style session delivered by corporate wellness expert Sarah Hunt

  • Plus, much more! 

VIEW EDUCATION PROGRAMME

The Welcome Reception

Our highly anticipated welcome reception* takes place the night before the show, on Tuesday 24 June. It's the perfect opportunity for you to network with 200 fellow meetings and event planners ahead of two jam-packed days. We'll even transfer you to and from the venue, so the only thing you'll need to focus on is enjoying yourself.

*Please note: Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. The welcome reception is only available to hosted buyers that 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 and you must RSVP to secure a place.

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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO & FAQS

Show Timings, Travel & Accommodation Options

Wednesday 25 June: 09:30* – 17:30
Thursday 26 June: 09:30* – 17:00

*The exhibition floor will be open to all exhibitors from 08:00 each day of the open period, and hosted buyers can enter from 09:00.

Hall N2: For badge holders and fast-track entry. 
Hall N3: For badge queries and printing.

The closest station to The Meetings Show is Custom House - take a look at the different transport options to plan your journey in advance, and if you need to sort accommodation, we've got you covered thanks to our partnership with HotelMap - find out more.

Eating & Drinking

Within Excel you'll find over 20 on-site food and drink options (please note that Excel is a cash-free venue and all eateries are card only).

If you prefer to, you can of course bring your own lunch with you.

Please also remember to bring your water bottle -  there are water fountains at Excel, where you can refill. All the catering outlets will fill up any reusable water bottles with tap water free of charge and we encourage you to bring a reusable coffee cup as well.

Will there be wifi?

Excel London has free, fast WiFi which is suitable for browsing, social media, and email. When you arrive at the venue, you just need to sign in to '_Excel FREE Wi-Fi' using the standard log in, or via LinkedIn, Facebook, or X.

For exhibitors requiring wifi, please refer to your exhibitor zone for more information. 

Will there be any cloakrooms?

There are two cloakrooms available for use at Excel London. One cloakroom is in the west end of the venue on level 0 by N4/S4 and one is in the east end on level 0.

The fee is £1 per item for coats and luggage - please be aware Excel London cannot store cameras, laptop equipment or any other electronic devices.

For hosted buyers, please note that there is a complimentary cloakroom for you to use within the hosted buyer lounge (Stand C92).

Will there be a show guide?

As part of our sustainability promise, we will not be providing a show guide at the event. Please use the show app and event platform to plan your time at the show (view the floorplan, exhibitors, education programme, and more). There will also be large maps at the entrance to the show.

Are there cash machines at Excel?

There are two Note ATMs near the west entrance of the venue by Costa and Panini Pronto, and another Note ATM in the centre of the boulevard between entrances S6 and N6. There is a Barclays and a Note ATM located on level 0 between N4 and S4. Should the in-venue ATMs run out of cash, there is also an ATM nearby at the Tesco Express.

Is there an event app?

Yes, there is an event app which will be available for download from Apple and Android stores from 16 June. 

Can I bring my children to the show?

As a business trade-only event, under 18s are not permitted into the show. 

Please familiarise yourself with our full admission policy before joining us.

CO-LOCATED SHOWS

Three shows...

BTSE Logo

Business Travel Show Europe, presented by The BTN Group, is the place where travel buyers, procurement, and bookers from across Europe go to start, improve, or benchmark their travel programmes.

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all under one roof

TTS Logo

TravelTech Show unites thousands of senior travel technology decision-makers with the widest range of innovative B2B travel and technology services to help them deliver excellent customer experiences.

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DISCOVER OUR OTHER EVENTS AND COURSES

TSECThe Sustainable Events Course - beginning 30 July

Perfect for beginners or those looking to build a solid foundation in sustainability for events.

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TASECThe Advanced Sustainable Events Course - beginning 30 July

Designed for experienced professionals ready to tackle advanced challenges and drive industry change.

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M&IT Awards

The M&IT Awards hold a special place in the meetings and events calendar. Its winners represent the best of our industry, chosen by the industry.

Taking place on 19 September at Grosvenor House London, get ready to join us at "the Oscars of the MICE industry"!

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Teams

Step into the exciting world of sports with TEAMS Europe!

Taking place on 17-19 March 2026, the event is designed to bring together leading sports-event rights holders and organisers producing events in the UK and internationally with executives from destinations, hoteliers and service providers who want more sports-related business.

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Sustainability Courses - July

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