5 Trends Shaping Meetings in 2026
The latest North American Pulse Survey finds that while confidence is wobbling, activity remains steady.
European Planners Connect at MPI’s EMEC
Held at the SLS Barcelona, the 37th EMEC brought thought-provoking ideas and solutions to an international audience.
Fan Fest Turns Royalton Resorts Into FIFA Game-Day Hubs
Royalton Hotels & Resorts will debut Royalton Fan Fest during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, pairing live match viewing with customizable group experiences for planners.
Time for Events to Get Real
Check out these live-experience trends that are resetting and reshaping events in 2026.
Top Event Trends for 2026
How to design intentional events in a year of challenges and change? A new Cvent report offers guidance.
Talma Travel Solutions Reveals Trends Shaping Corporate Travel in 2026
Talma Travel Solutions has identified five major trends that are shaping the future of business travel in 2026.
Exclusive: The Rise of Micro-Events: Small Rooms, Big Impact
A Q&A with GoGather’s Katie Moser Stuck on why intimate, highly curated gatherings are reshaping event strategy.
Exclusive: What’s Trending Now in Trade Shows
Experiential marketing expert Andrew Reid delves into the forces reshaping trade shows and live events.
Community Building, Grateful-Dead Style
What the Grateful Dead can teach event planners about building communities that last.
The Hidden Costs Behind Immersive Event Decor
How planners can avoid budget shock when incorporating immersive event decor in their meetings and events.
Amex GBT “Illuminated” Caesars Forum
The 14th annual Amex GBT INTER[action] "illuminated" Caesars Forum with the power of connection, inspiration and energy.
Event Trends for 2026: Technology Meets Connection
Event trends for 2026 center around a careful balance between technology and community, according to a new report.
How to Keep the Engagement Going Post-Con
Post-con engagement is more important now than ever before — so much so that it could be said to define event success.
6 Big-Picture Meeting Trends
Venue and hospitality professionals weigh in on accessibility, international attendance, shifts in meeting formats and other big-picture meeting trends.













