About International Confex

Gathering for 2 days annually, International Confex boasts a floorplan packed with 300+ event suppliers, venues, tech and more alongside 9 booming content theatres. Allowing you to find every resource you could need in one place and gain a new perspective on where the industry is heading. If you're looking to beat the curve and get a grasp on yet-to-be-released software.

Running for 40+ years, Confex has become a household name for #eventprofs of all levels. The conference programme is packed with 100+ industry-leading speakers. Featuring faces from all sectors of the industry join forces to question, educate and inspire attendees to reach their maximum potential and expand horizons.

The value you gain on-site doesn't just stay on-site. Confex is a year-round resource hub aiming to showcase what's new in the industry and offer support to anyone looking to find the 'one-stop-shop' for event planning and organisation.

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WHAT 2025 ATTENDEES HAD TO SAY

"I attended International Confex which was an incredible opportunity to network with professionals from the event industry. From ground-breaking technology to incredible feature builders it was a day filled with inspiration. It was also phenomenal to watch the transformation in the importance of sustainability and the event industry’s response to it. Conversations around Carbon labelling, Behaviour Change and Data-Driven sustainability are taking shape and will drive green events in the future!"
George P Johnson Experience Marketing
"To some, it may be just another conference/exhibition, but for those in the trenches of the events world it’s a welcome release to see the latest and greatest our #eventsindustry has to offer and a chance to have some great conversations with your fellow #eventprofs - don’t mind if I do! For the Great British Events Company, this year felt very different with the brand recognised more than ever and even myself (probably to do with the hats 🎩) It was just lovely catching up with those we’d worked with last year and even better to meet those we’re about to.. 🚀💪"
Great British Events Co
"It was an amazing experience where I got to interact with potential vendors, try out some cool new products/services and attend live sessions about adapting to trends in the events industry. I also got to attend an engaging and informative live session by Jill Knox and Luke Buckley about virtual/live event data and how to prove ROI! Can’t wait for International Confex 2024!"
TK Events
Great mix of vendors and suppliers to help improve our event offering. The session content was interesting and relevant. Definitely worth a visit!

Events & Marketing Manager, BAI
From exploring the latest trends to diving into cutting-edge technology, International Confex 2024 was a treasure trove of innovation. The energy and excitement were contagious as we connected with industry leaders, shared insights, and experienced the pulse of the events landscape.

Strategic Client Executive, B2b SaaS
"This time last week i was enjoying my 1st experience of International International Confex. It was a long day but WOW what a valuable experience! It was brilliant to see what the events industry has to offer and its really inspiring to see how it all comes together!"

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International Confex is where the events industry comes together to learn, network and gather event inspiration. With over 300+ exhibitors, more than 100 free-to-attend conference sessions and thousands of other industry professionals in attendance, Confex provides two days of unmissable content and is a key date in every event professional’s diary.

The atmosphere at Excel London on 25-26 February 2026 is unmatched, and we have huge ambitions!

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Exhibit

Confex operates as a key link in the supply chain for event organisers. Our audience attends the show to form new connections and find solutions to everyday pain-points. Exhibiting provides you with a buzzing environment to meet potential clients and

We have bespoke packages to suit every business's needs from event tech start-ups to huge hotel chains to marketing agencies.

VIEW 2026 EXHIBITING OPTIONS

Speak

The 2026 call for papers will be open from July 2025.

At Confex 2025, the theatres were packed with eager-to-learn attendees watching to learn what's in store for the industry in years to come.

CO-LOCATED EVENTS

International Confex is co-located with The PA Show and Event Production Show. Your visitor badge grants you access to all shows, enabling you to benefit from additional content and networking opportunities. There is a synergy between the shows which makes the co-location an extremely beneficial one for delegates and exhibitors as it increases the networking possibilities.

Sharing one hall divided into 3 you are able to walk freely between the events and explore a new corner of the industry all in one day. On-site signage will guide you through the various shows and look for a change in the carpet colour to navigate through to theatres, stands and networking areas.

ORGANISED BY

We talk to Event Professionals around the world, every day through our print and online publications. We also meet them face to face, via our live events and exhibitions; Mash Media owns three of the biggest event-based exhibitions in the UK.

This means that every day Mash Media provides a forum for events professionals to benchmark, develop, share, learn and sell through our brands.

International Confex is brought to you by Mash Media. Our portfolio of products covers every sector of the industry, from exhibitions and trade fairs, to conference and brand events, and outdoor events and festivals. We talk to event professionals around the world, every day through our print and online publications. Mash Media publishes leading industry publications Exhibition News, Conference News, Access All Areas, Conference and Meetings World and Exhibition World as well as organising various award shows and roundtables throughout the year.