What are my options to attend MEETINGS?
Hosted Buyer
Applications are now closed.
- Open to event organisers in New Zealand and Australia.
- Suitable for those organising larger events, conferences, tradeshows or travel incentive programme.
- Complimentary travel to Auckland (T&C's apply) & accommodation in one of our Host Hotels during MEETINGS tradeshow.
- Tickets to the MEETINGS Social Functions.
- Prescheduled appointments with Exhibitors.
Day Buyer
- FREE registration open to all event organisers to attend MEETINGS at your own pace.
- Options to attend the tradeshow for one day, two days, or even just a few hours.
- Receive priority registration to secure their place at the Celebrity Speakers Showcase.
- Opportunity to secure appointments with Exhibitors.
Industry Visitor
- Suitable for Senior Management, Executive Committee, Owners, and those interested in exhibiting at MEETINGS in the future.
- Access to the tradeshow to gain a better understanding of the event.
- For further information about attending as an Industry Visitor, please contact Nicky Tilsley, our Member Relationship Manager directly.
Why Attend MEETINGS 2026 as a Buyer
- Connect with over 250 leading Exhibitors showcasing the BEST of New Zealand's business events industry.
- Meet top-tier suppliers from 18 regions across New Zealand - all in one place.
- Experience two days of focused, high-value meetings tailored to help you plan smarter and more efficiently.
- Discover fresh ideas and emerging trends to elevate your events.
- Enhance your professional and personal growth through the dynamic Celebrity Speakers Showcase.
- Gain insights from regions and knowledge speakers from sessions led by Tourism New Zealand.
- Build meaningful relationships during breaks and vibrant social functions.
MEETINGS brings together the BEST suppliers in the business events industry in New Zealand, including regional bureaux, hotels, venues, event management companies, activity and other service providers who will take your events to the next level.
What to expect in 2026:
- 250+ leading Exhibitors from across New Zealand
- Exclusive familiarisation programmes designed for Hosted Buyers
- Access to the Tourism New Zealand Destination & Knowledge Hub
- Opportunity to register for the Celebrity Speakers Showcase
- 1,500+ total attendees
- 600+ Buyers from across Australia, New Zealand
- 6,000+ prescheduled meetings planned
Who You Will Meet at MEETINGS
Banquet 
Theatre 
Cabaret 
Cocktail 
Exhibition Space (sqm) 
Boardroom 
Classroom 
No. of Meeting Rooms