IMEX America 2026
Las Vegas, United States · 13 October 2026 – 15 October 2026
- Dates
- 13 October 2026 – 15 October 2026
- Venue
- Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
- City / Country
- Las Vegas, United States
- Category
- MICE Trade Shows · Incentive Travel
- Status
- Upcoming
“Smart Monday”, a day of complimentary education delivered with MPI, precedes the show on 12 October 2026.
Event Overview
IMEX America is the sister show to IMEX Frankfurt and is widely described as the largest trade show for the meetings, events and incentive travel industry in North America. It is held annually at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas and follows the same hosted buyer format as its European counterpart.
The show combines a large exhibition floor with an extensive education programme delivered in partnership with organisations such as MPI, and is a significant gathering point for US corporate and association planners alongside international exhibitors seeking access to the North American buyer market.
Who Attends
- Corporate and association meeting planners
- Incentive travel buyers and specialist incentive houses
- US and international destinations, hotels and venues
- Event technology and services suppliers
Why This Event Matters
For agencies and destinations positioning themselves toward North American corporate and incentive buyers, IMEX America is generally considered the primary annual touchpoint in that market, complementing IMEX Frankfurt's European focus.
What MICE Professionals Should Know
- Hosted buyer status is subject to IMEX's qualification criteria and is separate from general exhibitor or education-only registration.
- Smart Monday education sessions are open to a broader audience than the hosted buyer appointment diary itself.
- The show floor is organised into destination, hotel/venue and technology pavilions, useful for agencies mapping supplier options in a single visit.
Planning an Event in Turkey?
European and Middle Eastern destinations, including Turkey-focused suppliers, use IMEX America to reach North American buyers evaluating international incentive and conference destinations outside the US.
Looking for a DMC partner in Turkey? Talk to our team →
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Source & Verification
Official event source: https://america.imexevents.com/
Last reviewed and verified: 31 August 2026. Dates and venue are based on official organiser information at the time of review and are subject to change; please confirm directly with the organiser before finalising travel plans.