In this month-by-month calendar, we take a look at the upcoming travel and tourism industry events and conferences for 2026. Travel trade events play a vital role in shaping the future of global tourism. These gatherings bring together key stakeholders, including airlines, hotels, travel agencies, tour operators, and technology providers, to network, share insights, and discuss emerging trends.
Major events like World Travel Market (WTM) in London, ITB Berlin in Germany and Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai are prime examples of platforms where professionals can forge partnerships, explore new markets, and showcase products. These conferences often set the stage for important agreements, such as destination marketing initiatives and technological solutions to enhance travel experiences.
This page will be updated as schedules are announced. Events and dates may be subject to change.
Main image: Arabian Travel Market in Dubai (Credit: wtm.com/atm)
September 2026 events
WTM Spotlight Riyadh
When: 8-10 September 2026
Where: Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Centre (RFECC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Website: wtm.com
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026
When: 14-17 September 2026 (new dates)
Where: Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE
Website: wtm.com/atm
Adventure Travel World Summit Québec
Organisers: Adventure Travel Trade Association
When: 14-17 September 2026
Where: Québec City, Québec, Canada
Website: events.adventuretravel.biz
Skift Global Forum
When: 22-24 September 2026
Where: Javits Center, New York City, US
Website: live.skift.com
FHS World 2025
Organiser: Future Hospitality Summit
When: 29 September-1 October 2026
Where: Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE
Website: futurehospitality.com
Synergy – The Retreat Show
When: 29 September-2 October 2026
Where: Pical Resort, Valamar Collection, Poreč, Istria, Croatia
Website: theretreatshow.com
October 2026 events
FHS World 2025
Organiser: Future Hospitality Summit
When: 29 September-1 October 2026
Where: Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE
Website: futurehospitality.com
Synergy – The Retreat Show
When: 29 September-2 October 2026
Where: Pical Resort, Valamar Collection, Poreč, Istria, Croatia
Website: theretreatshow.com
World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) 2026 Global Summit
When: 7-9 October 2027
Where: Valletta, Malta
Website: wttc.org
World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony 2026
When: 17 October 2026
Where: Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort, Montenegro
Website: worldtravelawards.com
Snow Show London 2026
When: 17-18 October 2026
Where: Olympia, London, England
Website: londonsnowshow.com
IGTM 2026
What: International Golf Travel Market
When: 19-23 October 2026
Where: Cannes, France
Website: igtmarket.com
ITB Asia 2026
When: 21-23 October 2026
Where: Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Website: itb-asia.com
Global Tourism Forum Annual Meeting 2026
When: 26-27 October 2026
Where: Brussels, Belgium
Website: globaltourismforum.org
WTE Miami
When: 27-28 October 2026
Where: Miami Beach Convention Center, Florida, US
Website: wtemiami.com
November 2026 events
World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026
When: 3-5 November 2026
Where: ExCel, London, England
Website: wtm.com
The Luxury Travel Fair
When: 5-8 November 2026
Where: Olympia, London, England
Website: luxurytravelfair.com
Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Egypt
When: 10-11 November 2026
Where: Sofitel Downtown Cairo Nile, Egypt
Website: futurehospitality.com/egypt
2026 Global Wellness Summit
When: 10-13 November 2026
Where: Phuket, Thailand
Website: globalwellnesssummit.com
IBTM World Barcelona 2026
When: 17-19 November 2026
Where: Fira Barcelona, Spain
Website: ibtmworld.com
December 2026 events
Qatar Travel Mart (QTM) 2026
When: 7-9 December 2026
Where: DECC, Doha, Qatar
Website: qtmqatar.com
ILTM Cannes 2026 (International Luxury Travel Market)
When: 7-10 December 2026
Where: Palais des Festivals, Cannes, France
Website: iltm.com
World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2026
When: 12 December 2026
Where: Tanzania
Website: worldtravelawards.com