CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

ICCA Congress 2026 – Special Research Stream

Emerging Perspectives: Rethinking Value, Legacy, and Knowledge in Convention Tourism and Events

Panama City, Panama | 8-11 November 2026

A Unique Moment for Research. A Call to Shape the Future.

ICCA is taking research seriously.

Through ICCAUni, we are turning our commitment to building bridges between research and practice into real action. In 2026, this takes concrete form through a dedicated Special Research Stream at the ICCA Congress.

This is more than a Call for Abstracts.

It is an invitation to challenge convention, rethink value and legacy, and connect knowledge with impact.

At a time of rapid change, our sector needs bold ideas, strong evidence, and meaningful collaboration.

We invite academics, students, and industry partners to be part of this moment—bringing theory and practice together to shape the future of convention tourism and events.

This is ICCA’s commitment to research, made real. Join us!

Abstract submission deadline: 31 March 2026

For more information contact us at education@iccaworld.org.