Attend Conventa Meet 2027
Every year, we convene leading event organisers across the globe who meet with the leading suppliers, venues and service providers in New Europe. Ready to join them?
130+ quality suppliers from 15 countries
10+ boutique fam trips
30+ curated face-to-face meetings
Top-level suppliers, premium buyer setup, and excellent organization. I made valuable contacts and saw real business opportunities ahead.
Denis Martini
Premier Incentives Director
I felt incredibly welcomed—everything from the hospitality to the logistics was perfectly organized. I loved every moment at Conventa Meet.
Patricija Šarić
DD, Eurotravel Solutions GmbH
Thanks to the social setup, I had 6 extra meetings outside my schedule. I left with insights I can use immediately for client proposals.
Stephanie Mareen
Senior Creative Producer
I was amazed by how many meetings I managed, both during the official program and informal breaks. Thank you for the opportunity!
Nino Čosić
Founder
Conventa Meet is more than a trade show, it’s a meaningful experience. Your commitment to sustainable events is truly inspiring and educational.
Isabella Rusike
President at Bella Global Group
Guaranteed meetings with leading suppliers
Thanks to our B2B matchmaking platform, you can book meetings in advance and select the exhibitors that interest you the most. Over two days of meetings, you have the chance to host over 30 meetings with quality suppliers. We make sure every encounter counts because we know your time is valuable. Each year, we bring 70% of new hosted buyers to the event - no other trade show in the world meets or promises such high standards.
A gateway to the region
Conventa is a gateway to the New Europe market, from the Baltics and Central Europe to Southeast and Eastern Europe. Conventa is your key to establishing a presence in a market with over 300 million people. Only a few hours away from Frankfurt or London, half of Europe has its door wide open and awaits event organisers to discover it.
Become a part of the Conventa community
Conventa is more than an annual trade show. We take pride in being hospitable and available hosts. When you join Conventa, you become part of our community, where you can network with like-minded peers, learn from industry experts and drive new business.
A best practice case in sustainability
Conventa is a pioneer and internationally recognised best practice case in sustainable event organising. With the help of the revolutionary Planet Positive Event tool, originating in Slovenia, the organisers accurately measure the event’s carbon footprint, make a sustainable and regenerative rating, and prepare an annual sustainability report with results reviewed by external assessors. By joining Conventa, you commit to co-creating a regenerative and sustainable trade show.
Exhibitors at Conventa Meet 2027
Browse through all exhibitors and discover new partners tailored to your business.
Your commitment as a Hosted Buyer
As a hosted buyer at Conventa, I commit to completing at least 15 pre-scheduled meetings to explore valuable new business opportunities. See terms.
Programme Conventa Meet 2027
FAM trips BEFORE Conventa Meet
Online fam trip presentation: 10 November 2026, 10:00 CET. All hosts will present their programmes live. Applications open right after the presentation for approved hosted and invited buyers of Conventa Meet 2027, first come, first served.
Bled & Radovljica (Slovenia)
An island in the lake, a castle on a cliff and a medieval old town just around the corner. In Bled and Radovljica, you can host memorable boutique events.
Kranjska Gora (Slovenia)
This Alpine destination is home to Planica and Alpine skiing and also serves as a natural stage for adrenaline-inducing activities and sports events.
Portorož & Piran (Slovenian coast)
Venetian Piran, the Sečovlje salt pans and seaside congress and resort hotels. Slovenia’s coast welcomes guests year-round, even in February.
Drive Adriatic for automotive planners (Slovenia)
Two days behind the wheel over Alpine passes, the Karst, Friulian vineyards and the Istrian coast, finishing in Ljubljana.
MS Preferred Partners, exclusive, by invitation (Adriatic; Slovenia)
Attendees will have personal contact with a destination and its key suppliers before Conventa Meet opens its doors.
Welcome reception
Conventa Meet 2027 opens with a welcome reception the evening before the meetings begin. It’s the first chance for hosted buyers, exhibitors and partners to meet, reconnect and set the tone for the days ahead.
| 19:00 – 21:30 | Welcome reception dinner Start the first day in style at the Welcome Reception Dinner in a relaxed evening designed for networking, reconnecting with colleagues, and celebrating the start of Conventa Meet. |
Conventa Meet 2027 – Day 1
A full morning of pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings at Grand Hotel Union Eurostars. In the afternoon comes the Conventa Experience Crawl 2.0 through venues in Ljubljana’s centre. The evening brings the Meetings Star Awards and the Conventa Networking dinner.
| 8:30 – 9:00 | Arrival to the venue Collect your badge and meetings schedule, grab a coffee and get ready for a day of meetings. |
| 9:00 – 12:20 | One-to-one meetings Pre-scheduled meetings between hosted buyers and exhibitors, matched to your business needs. Each meeting is a focused conversation with a partner selected for you. |
| 12:20 – 13:30 | Lunch A relaxed lunch where conversations from the morning can continue and new connections begin. |
| 14:00 – 17:30 | Conventa Experience Crawl 2.0 An afternoon of networking and destination discovery in the heart of Ljubljana. Buyers and exhibitors move between unique venues, where participating countries present themselves in an interactive, artistic and relaxed way. |
| 17:30 – 19:00 | Break Time to return to your hotel, rest and get ready for the evening. |
| 19:00 – 20:30 | Meetings Star Awards An evening celebrating the best of the meetings industry in New Europe, as the winners of the Meetings Star Awards take the stage. |
| 20:30 – 23:00 | Conventa Networking dinner The day ends with dinner and an evening of good food, conversation and new friendships with buyers, exhibitors and partners. |
Conventa Meet 2027 – Day 2
The second day is dedicated to business, with two rounds of one-to-one meetings at Grand Hotel Union Eurostars. It’s the time to follow up on first conversations, meet the rest of your matched partners and agree on next steps.
| 8:30 – 9:00 | Arrival to the venue Morning coffee and a last look at your meetings schedule before day two begins. |
| 9:00 – 12:20 | One-to-one meetings The second day of pre-scheduled meetings with partners selected for your business, to build on the contacts you made on day one. |
| 12:20 – 13:30 | Lunch A chance to catch up with the people you met yesterday and compare notes over lunch. |
| 13:30 – 17:10 | One-to-one meetings The final round of one-to-one meetings at Conventa Meet 2027. Use it to close the conversations you started and agree on next steps. |
FAM trips AFTER Conventa Meet
Online fam trip presentation: 10 November 2026, 10:00 CET. All hosts will present their programmes live. Applications open right after the presentation for approved hosted and invited buyers of Conventa Meet 2027, first come, first served.
Ljubljana (Slovenia)
A university city with professional networks, congress ambassadors and venues for events of every size, Ljubljana is a capital introducing regeneration to the world.
Zagreb (Croatia)
The Croatian capital is set just two hours from Ljubljana, with strong hotel and congress capacity and a lively urban culture.
Istria (Croatia)
This peninsula is famed for the UNESCO-listed Euphrasian Basilica, Istrian truffles and modern seaside resorts.
Niš (Serbia)
Niš is the birthplace of Constantine the Great. An authentic destination with strong flight connections and excellent value, it also offers friendly locals.
Maribor (Slovenia)
The official home of the world’s oldest vine is protected by the imposing Pohorje hills above the city. This city offers wine, food and nature unlike any other.
Bohinj (Slovenia)
The heart of Triglav National Park is a place for sustainable events, team-building programmes and events that slow the pace in a zen-like environment.
Belgrade (Serbia)
Discover a capital where world-class meetings, vibrant culture and EXPO 2027 welcome the world.
A selection of Slovenia’s hidden gems (Slovenia)
Venture off the beaten track and discover Slovenia’s best-kept secrets, presented by the Slovenian Convention Bureau. You are bound to be surprised by the diversity.
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Buyer FAQs
If you are unsure why to attend Conventa or you have any question about our criteria for selecting hosted buyers, feel free to reach out to our team.
How do you select the right buyers for each destination?
Together with the host destination and co-organisers, we select the hosted buyers that have the most potential for the destination. Our rigorous criteria guarantee that only the best hosted buyers partake in the event.
Is there any fee for attending as a hosted buyer?
The selected hosted buyers are expected to pay 75 eur of registration fee to secure their spot. We cover their transport and accommodation costs. Hosted buyers also have full access to networking events.
How many meetings must I schedule as a hosted buyer?
We suggest each hosted buyer schedule as many meetings as possible to maximise their networking opportunities and meet with the suppliers that interest them the most.
Is there an additional programme besides the fam trips?
Conventa is also renowned for its educational events - attendees joining Conventa Meet can attend sustainability educational events, exhibitions and hear from industry experts. Moreover, our evening receptions and networking luncheons present the perfect opportunity to connect with the participants.
Should I travel by plane, train or car?
Conventa was an early advocate of sustainable events. We encourage all attendees to use sustainable modes of transport to come to Ljubljana. Together with Planet Positive Event, we calculate the event’s carbon footprint and aspire to reduce it by championing the sustainable mobility of our attendees.
How early should I register for Conventa?
We advise that you register as early as possible to secure your spot. Our team will review your application and confirm your participation if you meet our criteria for attending.
Do hosted buyers get free accommodation?
Yes, we provide free accommodation for hosted buyers in our partner hotels around Ljubljana.
How do I schedule meetings with exhibitors?
Thanks to our B2B matchmaking platform, B2Match, you need not worry about scheduling meetings at the last moment. You can schedule all meetings with the suppliers that interest you most in advance. The platform will create a tailored agenda for you and help you navigate the show floor.
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