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Get ready for three unforgettable days of bold ideas, powerful conversations and game-changing connections - all in one buzzing location.

From 28–30 July, C&IT is bringing the UK’s most influential corporate, incentive, agency and association event planners together with top-tier venues and suppliers from across the globe - right in the heart of Newcastle.

Whether you’re shaping internal events, client experiences or incentive programmes, this free-to-attend event is designed to spark what’s next.

With curated 1-2-1 meetings, future-focused content, standout socials and immersive networking, this is where the future of MICE takes shape - and your next big idea begins.

CONTENT & NETWORKING

Hear from bold industry voices and connect with like-minded professionals through roundtables and interactive sessions.

TAILORED 1-2-1 MEETINGS

Meet with industry suppliers in personalised 1-2-1 meetings, matched through our unique software based on your preferences and theirs.

TRAVEL & HOSPITALITY

Enjoy return travel from London, delicious food and drinks, and standout evening socials – all included.

LUXURY HOTEL STAY

Stay in style at the Crowne Plaza Newcastle – your base for three days of insight, inspiration and connection.

The C&IT Festival of Forums is open to all senior MICE professionals – but places are limited and registration is subject to approval.

To be eligible, you’ll need to meet all three of the following:

✔️ DECISION-MAKING INFLUENCE
You have responsibility for - or significant influence over - supplier decisions and event budgets

✔️ ANNUAL EVENT BUDGET
Your organisation runs events with an annual budget of £250K or more

✔️ LIVE RFPS
You're actively reviewing suppliers with current or upcoming briefs or RFP's

MORE INFORMATION ON BECOMING A SUPPLIER

General Enquiries

E: [email protected]

Alex Margo

Supplier Enquiries

E: [email protected]

P: +44 (0)7919 395 903

"C&IT’s Festival of Forums is our biggest and best event of the year - and 2025’s festival is set to be our largest yet! Packed with insightful sessions and practical insight - as well as plenty of space for networking and matchmaking meetings - this year’s agenda has something for everyone, whether you’re an agency, a supplier or a corporate planner.

I hope you’ll join us in Newcastle for a couple of days of connection, conversation and collaboration with some of the brightest minds in the events industry."

Adam Shepherd

C&IT Editor

"I attend at least two C&IT events per year as a supplier and believe they are great to build brand awareness in the UK MICE market. I prefer the slightly smaller event sizes that C&IT offer, meaning I can network more efficiently and touch base with potential buyers on several occasions.
When I attended my last event, I left with an RFP with a value of £1,000,000, as well as build several other valuable connections."

Ellen Donaldson
Partnerships, Charters and Group Manager M.I.C.E, Scenic River Cruises

I loved it and if you are a small agency like ourselves, it should be an appointment in your diary for next year.
It was thoughtful, engaging and fun.
The content sessions were brilliant and relevant to each audience (agencies, corporate and suppliers).

— - Falkenberg & Florence
I came away inspired and motivated to plan and deliver events in innovative ways with new suppliers and venues to consider.

— - The Food Foundation
C&IT Festival of Forums 2024 was a great event to attend for buyers in the industry that are in need of new ideas.
It was a great opportunity to meet with a variety of suppliers, giving us a fresh taste for industry trends and new concepts. I thought the agenda had been very well put together, and hosting it in a location that is not always considered for events was a great way to showcase what Bristol and Bath have to offer.

— - The Turner Agency
Taking part in the C&IT Festival of Forums is a valuable opportunity to network with leading individuals from the UK events industry, connect with the best suppliers and experience a showcase of an conference/events destination within the UK.

— - Plannd
The C&IT Festival of Forums not only provided a platform to meet with direct suppliers who I would not usually have the immediate requirement to contact, but it also created a comfortable and open space to talk about real life experiences and future goals within the industry.

— - Stagestruck
The C&IT Festival of Forums reminded me why I love our industry so much - the variety of attendees,
facilitated conversation and a wonderful opportunity to showcase a new UK city - thank you!

— - Live Group

As part of the C&IT Festival of Forums, we're offering two unforgettable FAM trips to showcase world-class venues - but with limited availability, spots will go fast!