Insightful. Intentional. Actionable.
Convening EMEA is a leadership forum for the business events industry — designed to help you navigate complexity, design better events, and deliver real impact.
LISBON 2026. MORE THAN AN EVENT. AN EXPERIENCE.
In September 2026, our community came together in Lisbon with a shared spirit of curiosity, openness and a willingness to connect.
Through thought-provoking content, honest conversations and meaningful connections, we explored the challenges shaping our industry and the opportunities ahead.
Relive the energy, the people and the moments that made Convening EMEA 2026 special.
THE CONVERSATION CONTINUES. NEXT STOP, SEVILLE 2027.
Lisbon reminded us of the power of coming together. But the real impact lies in the ideas we take forward, the relationships we build and what we do next.
In 2027, Convening EMEA heads to Seville, Andalucía, Spain, for another opportunity to connect, learn, challenge perspectives and help shape the future of business events.
Be part of what comes next.
Express your interest today and be among the first to receive updates, programme announcements and opportunities to join us in Seville.
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so when the time is right, you won’t miss a thing!
When
13-15 September 2027
Where
FIBES - Palacio de Congresos y Exposiciones de Sevilla
(Seville Conference & Exhibition Centre)
2026 PROGRAMME THEMES
A clear focus for what matters now.
Connection
Designing events and experiences that turn connection into community and measurable value in a hybrid, cross-cultural, and multi-generational world.
Integrity
Navigating moments where expectations, pressures, and values are at odds — while building trust, credibility, and long-term value.
Future
Insight to
Decision.”
Turning trends and uncertainty into confident, informed decisions that shape future-ready events and communities.
WHAT YOU'LL WALK AWAY WITH
WHAT TO EXPECT
4
Main Stages
600+
Participants
5
Content Formats
12+
Networking Opportunities
THE CONNECTION DOESN'T END HERE
Convening EMEA is one part of a much wider PCMA community, connecting business events professionals to the people, ideas and opportunities that help them grow.
Discover how you can stay connected, continue learning and contribute to our community throughout the year.
REGISTRATION
Please note that to receive the PCMA Member rate, individuals must be a member in good standing at the time of the event.
Join/Renew your PCMA Membership.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN-PERSON
- Choice of offsite Exploration Tour – Sunday 13th September
- Welcome Party – Sunday 13th September
- Celebration Dinner – Monday 14th September
- All-access pass to the onsite event & platform + digital content for 12 months
- Refreshments & lunch on 14th and 15th September
CHECK OUT our Event Organiser New PCMA Member Bundles, designed to give you maximum value and access in one easy step.
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
| DAY 1: Sunday 13th September | ||
| TIMINGS | DETAILS | |
| 11:00-18:00 | Registration | |
| 15:30 – 18:30 | Lisbon Exploration Tours (Various Options) | |
| 18:30 – 21:30 | Welcome Party | |
| DAY 2: Monday 14th September | ||
| TIMINGS | DETAILS | |
| 07:00 – 08:00 | Morning Escapism Activities | |
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Registration & Networking | |
| 09:00 – 10:30 | Opening – Welcome & Main Stage Keynote | |
| 10:30 – 11:15 | Refreshment Break – Networking & Exploration | |
| 11:15 – 12:30 | Micro Labs | |
| 12:30 – 13:45 | Networking Lunch & Exploration | |
| 13:45 – 14:45 | Main Stage Keynote | |
| 14:45 – 15:30 | Insights Series | |
| 15:30 – 16:00 | Refreshment Break – Networking & Exploration | |
| 16:00 – 16:45 | Connection Starter | |
| 16:45 – 17:30 | Mix & Mingle | |
| 19:30 – Late | Social Evening | |
| DAY 3: Tuesday 15th September | ||
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Networking & Exploration | |
| 09:00 – 10:00 | Day 3 Opening Main Stage | |
| 10:00 – 10:45 | Refreshment Break – Networking & Exploration | |
| 10:45 – 12:15 | Level Workshops | |
| 12:15 – 13:30 | Main Stage Keynote & Event Close | |
| 13:30 – 14:30 | Farewell Lunch | |
OUR PARTNERS
SUSTAINABILITY
PCMA believes sustainability plays a central role in driving social and economic progress through business events. The environmental and social impacts of our events are key elements to economic progress and the future of the business events industry.
PCMA will act as a conductor for the business events industry by creating platforms and environments to drive sustainability leadership by advocating and showcasing the importance of sustainability by design approach to all and the impact it can deliver.
PCMA aims to strongly influence the growing business case for investments in sustainability, building trust and confidence to shape a future where every event is a catalyst for sustainability progress and inspiration.
LATEST NEWS
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- Human Connection Is the Glueon 4 March, 2026
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