The AIME 2027 trade show takes place on Tuesday 16 and Wednesday 17 February at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Whether you're seeking new destinations, services or ideas, you’ll discover over 800+ exhibitors from across the business events landscape, plus practical insights through the AIME Ideas on the Floor educational sessions. For those looking to dive deeper, Knowledge Monday and the Welcome Event will be held on Monday 15 February. 

AIME welcomes Visitor Buyers Suppliers, Guest Media and Industry Educators and Students, Each has tailored access to ensure the right connections and opportunities on the show floor.


 

Visitor Registration

Visitor buyers at AIME

Visitor buyer

If you plan and purchase business events and are not a supplier or vendor, you may be eligible to attend AIME 2027 as a Visitor Buyer. Enjoy free access to:

  • 800+ exhibitors from across Australia, the Asia Pacific and beyond

  • Ideas Academy on the Floor

  • The AIME meetings app, enabling you to arrange meetings in advance with exhibitors

Visitor Buyers can also choose to upgrade their experience by adding the following paid features to their badge (held on Monday 15 February):

  • Knowledge Monday – a full day of expert-led education sessions

  • The Welcome Event – our industry networking kick-off

Please note: upgrades are not available to Visitor Suppliers. All Visitor Buyer registrations will be reviewed to ensure applicants are active event planners with purchasing authority.

Visitor at AIME

Visitor supplier

Visitor Suppliers are those who provide products or services to the business events industry. Your Visitor Supplier pass includes access to:

  • Full access to the exhibition floor during all show hours

  • Entry to feature areas and activation zones

  • Participate in networking opportunities on the show floor

  • Access to education sessions held on the show floor

Starting in 2027, suppliers who choose not to exhibit but wish to attend AIME will be able to purchase a Visitor Supplier Pass. This pass provides full access to the show floor and all feature areas throughout the event, enabling valuable networking and business development opportunities. The Visitor Supplier Pass represents exceptional value providing access to thousands of industry professionals and the latest innovations. 

Early bird pricing at $199 + GST is open now.

Price from November $250 + GST.

Apply today to reserve your place. 

Please note, this pass does not include upgrade access to Knowledge Monday or the Welcome Event. To maximise your visibility and access, we encourage suppliers to consider exhibiting. Exhibitors receive full access to AIME's Knowledge Monday, the Welcome Event and pre-scheduled meetings with buyers during the trade show.

AIME trade show

Meet over 800 exhibitors from these industry categories

Event Management Catering
Event Technology & IT Convention & Tourism Bureau
Hotels and Resorts Styling
Aviation Transport
Conference & Venue Facilities

Design Print & Signage

Stand Builder Education
Event Hire Equipment Representation Companies 
AV and Production Retail and Merchandise
Destinations Attractions
Accommodation Tour Operators
Media & Marketing Destination Management Companies
Boutique Venues Travel Agencies
Recreational Facilities Membership Associations
Cruising Team Building
Staffing  
   
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Attend the AIME 2027 Ideas Academy on the Floor

AIME Ideas Academy on the Floor

The AIME 2027 Ideas Academy on the Floor is held on the trade show floor on Tuesday 16 and Wednesday 17 February 2027.

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 Academy on the Floor is open to all event attendees.

The agenda will be published in December 2026.

Visitor buyers - upgrade your attendance!

Knowledge Mondays

Knowledge Monday

Monday 15 February 2027, MCEC 

Attracting 1,500+ 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. 

AIME Welcome Event

Welcome Event 

Monday 15 February 2027, venue to be revealed in 2027!

The Welcome Event features entertainment, great food and drink and the opportunity for our buyers and exhibitors to meet. Open to exhibitors, hosted buyers, and upgraded visitor buyers. The AIME Welcome Event is always a spectacular evening!

Event timing

Monday 15 February 2027
(Hosted buyers, ticketed exhibitors and upgraded visitor buyer badges only)
Knowledge Monday
Welcome Event 

Tuesday 16 February 2027
Trade show day one & Ideas Academy on the Floor

Wednesday 17 February 2027
Trade show day two & Ideas Academy on the Floor

Knowledge Monday and trade show venue:
MCEC, 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, VIC 3006

AIME trade show floor