Need event inspiration? AIME 2026 has you covered. The exhibition takes place on Tuesday 10 and Wednesday 11 February 2026 at the MCEC.

You can explore fresh ideas from over 700 diverse exhibitors and gain insights through our Knowledge Monday educational day and Ideas on the Floor presented by Spice. Get practical, imaginative solutions to make your event stand out.

Visitor buyers can also upgrade their registration to include access to the Knowledge Monday and Welcome Event. These events take place on Monday 9 February 2026. Visitor suppliers cannot attend these events however.

Please note that we verify that all visitor buyers are not suppliers to the industry. You will be moved to visitor supplier if you incorrectly apply as a visitor buyer.

Visitor registration will open in Q4 2025, however you can submit an expression of interest using the form on this page, and we'll let you know when registration opens.

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Visitor Buyers

Open to professionals who plan business events and are not a supplier or vendor to the sector.

Get free access to:

700 exhibitors from Australia, APAC and beyond
The Ideas on the Floor presented by Spice
Access to the AIME meetings app - arrange meetings with exhibitors

Upgrade

Visitor buyers can upgrade their AIME experience by adding on the following events held on Monday 10 February to their badge:

Knowledge Monday
Welcome Event

Please note that these upgrades are not open to visitor suppliers.

Those who apply as a visitor buyer will be vetted to ensure that they meet the criteria of being an event planner with purchasing power.

Registration will open in Q4 2025 - fill in the form on this page to be notified when registration opens.

Visitor Suppliers

Visitor suppliers - for those who are suppliers or vendors and sell to the industry.

Get free access to:

700 exhibitors from Australia, APAC and beyond
Ideas on the Floor presented by Spice

To fully realise your sales potential at AIME, consider taking exhibition space. This gives you the opportunity to arrange one-on-one meetings with the buyer community and the ability to attend the Knowledge Program and Welcome Event on Monday 10 February. Visitor Supplier badges cannot attend the Knowledge Program or the Welcome Event.

Registration will open in Q4 2025 - fill in the form on this page to be notified when registration opens.

AIME trade exhibition with over 700 exhibitors from these industry categories

Event Management	Catering
Event Technology & IT	Convention & Tourism Bureau
Hotels & Resorts	Styling
Aviation	Transport
Conference and Venue Facilities	Attractions
Stand Builder	Education
Event Hire Equipment	Representation Companies
AV & Production	Retail and Merchandise
Destinations	Design, Print & Signage
Accommodation	Tour Operators
Media and Marketing	Destination Management Companies
Boutique Venues	Travel Agencies
Recreational Facilities	Membership Associations
Cruising	Team Building
Staffing

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Ideas on the Floor presented by Spice is held on the show floor on Tuesday 10 and Wednesday 11 February 2026.

The program will offer you the opportunity to discover the latest event trends and insights, ready for you to take away to increase your event experience.

Access to Ideas on the Floor presented by Spice is open to all event attendees.

The agenda will be published in December 2025.

Knowledge Monday

Monday 9 February, MCEC

Attracting 1500+ attendees, Knowledge Monday features two inspirational keynote sessions and a global insights and business outlook panel discussion in the plenary session. Attendees then break out into streamed sessions in the afternoon.

Applications to open in Q4 2025 - fill in the form on this page to be notified when registration opens.

Welcome Event

Monday 9 February 2026, venue to be revealed in 2026!

The Welcome Event is a legendary part of the AIME experience. The Welcome Event features entertainment, great food and drink and the opportunity for our buyers and exhibitors to meet.

Applications to open in Q4 2025 - fill in the form on this page to be notified when registration opens.

Event timing

Monday 9 February 2026
(Hosted buyers, ticketed exhibitors and upgraded visitor buyer badges only)
Knowledge Monday
Welcome Event

Tuesday 10 February 2026
Exhibition day one

Wednesday 11 February 2026
Exhibition day two

Knowledge Program and Exhibition venue:

MCEC, 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, VIC 3006

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Visitor Buyers

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Visitor Suppliers

AIME trade exhibition

AIME trade exhibition with over 700 exhibitors from these industry categories

Ideas on the Floor presented by Spice