ICCA Congress

What is the ICCA Congress?

The annual ICCA Congress is the highlight of the global business events calendar. It can be said that all roads lead to Congress, and ICCA takes pride in staging and presenting the Congress to our members — and the world. 

The 65th ICCA Congress will bring together association executives, destination leaders, event professionals, and

decision-makers from around the world.

This year's Congress is built differently. Under the theme #CrossWorlds, the experience has been co-created with industry leaders to deliver more meaningful conversations, deeper collaboration, and stronger outcomes.

With 60% of the programme dedicated to networking and connection, participants will spend more time building relationships, exchanging ideas, and creating new opportunities than sitting in traditional conference sessions.

More than a conference, the ICCA Congress is where global perspectives meet, partnerships are formed, and the future of association meetings and business events is shaped.

Join us in Panama City and experience a Congress designed to connect people, spark ideas,

and drive lasting industry impact.



Highlights from

the 64th ICCA Congress in Porto

Last November, we met in Porto for 4 amazing days of collaboration, building connections, and exchanging ideas, all focussed on "Charting the Course."

1514 Attendees Worldwide

81 Countries  

100+ Associations

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