The Meetings Show 2026, the UK’s leading exhibition for meetings, incentives, conferences and events (MICE) professionals, will officially open with Martin Rhodes MP, Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Events and Labour MP for Glasgow, leading the ribbon-cutting ceremony at ExCeL London on 24 June 2026.
The announcement confirms that the event will take place on 24-25 June 2026 and is expected to bring together nearly 6,000 industry professionals from across the UK and international markets. The two-day exhibition will serve as a major platform for networking, business development, innovation, and knowledge exchange within the global events sector.
Following the official opening, Martin Rhodes MP will tour the exhibition floor, engaging directly with buyers, exhibitors, and key stakeholders from across the meetings and events industry. Discussions during the visit are expected to focus on the evolving opportunities and challenges shaping the sector, as well as future growth pathways for the UK’s business events ecosystem.
In his remarks ahead of the event, Martin Rhodes MP expressed his enthusiasm about officially opening the show, highlighting its importance as one of the UK’s most significant gatherings for the MICE industry. He noted that the exhibition plays a key role in bringing together ideas, partnerships, and professionals that drive the sector forward.
The Meetings Show has consistently positioned itself as a central hub for the global events community, and the 2026 edition is expected to further strengthen its reputation as a leading meeting point for innovation, collaboration, and industry advancement.
With its strong international participation and focus on future-ready event solutions, The Meetings Show 2026 is set to be a landmark edition for the global business events industry.
