The first full day of MEETEX 2026 is underway, and the meeting tables are already busy.
Unlike traditional trade shows, the core of MEETEX lies in carefully curated one-to-one meetings, where destinations, suppliers and international buyers sit down for focused conversations about future collaborations.
Hundreds of such meetings will take place over the next two days, proving once again that in the meetings industry a well-matched conversation can often achieve more in 15 minutes than weeks of digital communication.
Today’s programme also highlights the broader human dimension of the industry.
One of the keynote sessions is presented by Red Noses Clowndoctors, an organisation whose inspiring work reminds us how empathy, humour and human warmth can have a powerful impact on society.
Their presence at MEETEX reflects the belief that the meetings industry is not only about business, but also about how events can contribute positively to the communities around us.
Participants will also take part in a series of professional workshops, including a session led by Meetmaps, whose digital platform powers the event’s matchmaking and scheduling system this year.
Technology helps make meetings more efficient — but the real value still happens when people sit down together and talk.
And today in Zagreb, many such conversations are taking place.
❤️ Hearts meeting in Zagreb
17–19 March
CONVERSATION THAT MATTER
The first full day of MEETEX 2026 is underway, and the meeting tables are already busy. Unlike traditional trade shows, the core of MEETEX lies in carefully curated one-to-one meetings, where destinations, suppliers and international buyers sit down for focused conversations about future collaborations. Hundreds of such meetings
HUMAN SIDE OF MEETINGS INDUSTRY
One of today’s most inspiring moments comes from Red Noses Clowndoctors, whose work reminds us how empathy, humour and human warmth can make a real difference in people’s lives. Their presence reflects an important idea: the meetings industry can also have a positive impact beyond business. ❤️ Hearts meeting in Zagreb17–19 March
WELCOME RECEPTION
The MEETEX welcome reception brings together participants from across the global meetings community. No meeting schedules yet — just happy smiles, informal conversations
WE ARE READY!!!
The spirit of this year’s edition is captured in the motto “Hearts meeting in Zagreb.”, but all the human elements aside, we are here to do some business too
REGISTRATION OPENS!
Registration is now open and participants are collecting their MEETEX accreditations. This year the event continues its commitment to sustainability
MEETEX 2026 BEGINS IN ZAGREB
The atmosphere in Zagreb is beginning to change as the first international guests arrive for MEETEX 2026 – the Croatian Meeting Experience Summit. Hosted buyers and
INTERNATIONAL ARRIVALS TO ZAGREB
The first international guests are arriving in Zagreb for MEETEX 2026. already since yesterday, and are continuing throughout the day. Hosted buyers from five continents – Europe, North America, South AAmerica, Asia and Australia – are gathering in the Croatian capital.
JUST ONE WEEKEND BEFORE MEETEX 2026
With just one weekend to go before the start of MEETEX 2026, preparations are entering their final phase. Behind the scenes MEETEX team is finalising meeting schedules, preparing venues and coordinating the arrival of international participants who will soon be travelling to Zagreb. In only a few days
GLOBAL MEETINGS COMMUNITY PREPARING FOR ZAGREB
As the countdown to MEETEX 2026 continues, the international meetings community is preparing to gather in Zagreb. This year’s edition will welcome hosted buyers and industry professionals from five continents — Europe, North America, South America, Asia and Australia. Such global participation reflects
SUPERB DIGITAL PLATFORM POWERING MEETEX
As preparations for MEETEX 2026 intensify, one of the key elements behind the scenes is the event’s digital infrastructure. This year we are proud to be working with Meetmaps, whose powerful communication and event management platform supports the entire matchmaking and 1-on-1 meetings scheduling process