Building better human
connections all
over the world.
Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, USA | 13-15 October, 2026
Where the meetings, events and incentive travel industry gathers for the largest trade show of its kind, in one of the biggest meetings markets in the world.
Your Key to the Global Events Community
IMEX America is where the meetings, events and incentive travel industry gathers for the largest trade show of its kind—in one of the biggest meetings markets in the world. It's where 6,000-plus global decision makers connect with 3,700 global suppliers, and where powerful working relationships are forged.
Global Connections & Relationships
IMEX America 2025 welcomed 6,145 buyers from 74 countries, including 4,729 hosted buyers, with 45% at director level and above. Attendees include meeting planners, event agency heads, association executives, incentive travel buyers and in-house event experts.
Our Show
Exhibitors include national, regional and city convention bureaus, major hotel groups, conference and exhibition venues, cruise lines, airlines, event technology providers and event management specialists—3,700-plus destinations, venues and suppliers from 80-plus countries, all in one place.
Hosted Buyer Program & Online Meetings
IMEX America is free to attend. Meeting professionals can attend independently or apply to join the hosted buyer program with free and flexible flights, free accommodations and VIP treatment. The buyer-led online meeting system helps everyone plan their schedule ahead of the show.
Education & Networking
Our free professional education program includes 300-plus sessions, from ground-breaking keynotes to hands-on workshops, kicking off with Smart Monday, powered by MPI, on October 12. Plus countless ways to connect on the show floor and around the city—from the IMEXrun at dawn on October 14 to VIP receptions and on-booth happy hours.
Event Details
Venue Information
Show Dates
October 13-15, 2026
Plus free Smart Monday education, powered by MPI, on October 12
Show Hours
• Tuesday 13 & Wednesday 14 October: 9:30am - 5:30pm
• Thursday 15 October: 9:30am - 4pm
Venue
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, Nevada 89119, USA
Access
• Around 10 minutes by taxi (from $25) or Uber (from $15) from Harry Reid Airport
• Airport shuttle buses take around 30 minutes (fares from $8)
• Free MGM tram between Excalibur and Mandalay Bay; the Deuce bus runs 24 hours along the Strip
• Discounted MGM Resorts hotel rates near the venue (show registration required)
Important Links
Join the Global Events & Meetings Industry
Be part of the largest gathering of meetings, events and incentive travel professionals in North America. IMEX America brings together the brightest minds in the industry in Las Vegas for unparalleled networking, education and business opportunities.
Mandalay Bay, 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, Nevada 89119, USA | +44 (0) 1273 227311