DO BUSINESS. NETWORK. LEARN.

ATTENDING AIME IS FREE

From the 10 – 12 February, over 650 hosted buyers, 4,500 visitors and over 600 exhibitors will connect in Melbourne.

Beyond the two-day tradeshow, AIME offers pre and post show famils, a world-class education program, and endless inspiration and networking designed to ignite the business events industry.

Held alongside the tradeshow, the Ideas Academy is an intimate space providing visitors access to free short and thought provoking sessions led by the industry’s greatest minds.

There are many ways attendees can experience AIME – apply for the hosted buyer program or register as a visitor buyer, supplier or student.

Visitor buyers have the opportunity to elevate their AIME experience and upgrade their ticket to include entry to the Knowledge Program and Welcome Event.

REGISTER TO ATTEND AIME

Visitor registration opens November 2024.

TRADE SHOW

Across two-days attendees connect on the showfloor. Buyers and exhibitors meet to do business and all delegates can experience the free education sessions in the Ideas Academy.

KNOWLEGE PROGRAM

Kicking off AIME’s 2025 program, on Monday 10 February is the Knowledge Program – the launchpad for the global events industry to come together and immerse in learning.

Visitor Buyers can elevate their experience by upgrading their ticket to attend the Knowledge Program.

WELCOME EVENT

Mark your calendar for Monday, 10 February – AIME’s Welcome Event is ‘THE’ party of the year, setting the tone for a stellar year in the global business events industry.

An exclusive evening open to Hosted Buyers, Exhibitors, Media Partners, and VIPs. Visitor Buyers can elevate their experience by upgrading their ticket to join the Welcome Event. Don’t miss this unmissable night of networking and celebration.

HOSTED BUYERS

Hosted Buyers receive a full VIP package including travel and accommodation, invitation to MCB’s exclusive Uncover Melbourne experience as well as access to our unique AI powered appointment platform where you’ll pre-schedule appointments with leading destinations and event suppliers.

VISITOR BUYERS

If you’re not able to attend AIME as a hosted buyer, we encourage you to attend as a visitor buyer and connect with exhibitors and suppliers on the showfloor.

Upgrade your ticket to include entry to the Knowledge Program and/or Welcome Event.

SUPPLIERS & STUDENTS

AIME welcomes event suppliers and event students. Whilst tickets to the Welcome Event or Knowledge Program are reserved for buyers, exhibitors and VIPs – you can enjoy the buzz on the show floor and attend the free Ideas Academy sessions.

Knowledge Program

Kicking off AIME’s 2024 program on Monday, 10 February is the highly anticipated Knowledge Program.

Open to Exhibitors, Hosted Buyers, Hosted Media and upgraded Visitor Buyers – The Knowledge Program is the launchpad for the global events industry to come together – immerse in learning, growth and inspire events for the next year and beyond.

Visitor Buyers can register and purchase an upgrade to the Knowledge Program.

Welcome Event

Mark your calendar for Monday, 10 February – AIME’s Welcome Event is ‘THE’ party of the year, setting the tone for a stellar year in the global business events industry.

An exclusive evening open to Hosted Buyers, Exhibitors, Media Partners, and VIPs.

Visitor Buyers can elevate their experience by upgrading their ticket to join the Welcome Event. Don’t miss this unmissable night of networking and celebration.