C&IT Festival of Forums

WHERE THE MICE INDUSTRY MEETS MERSEYSIDE

6-8 July 2026, Liverpool

The C&IT Festival of Forums is heading to Liverpool - and we’re doing things a bit differently. We’re bringing together the UK’s top corporate, agency, and association planners for three days of high-impact connection in a city that’s world-famous for its big ideas, energy and hospitality.

This isn’t about sitting in a dark conference hall for eight hours. It’s about getting away from your desk and actually having the headspace to think. We’ve traded the usual trade show noise for something much more human: real conversations, smarter meetings, and social experiences that you’ll actually enjoy.

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 INNSide by Melia Liverpool – your base for three days of insight, inspiration and connection.

ACCESS TO DECISION-MAKERS YOU CAN'T REACH ANYWHERE ELSE

This isn't another networking event. Every delegate is pre-qualified, budget-holding and actively planning events - meaning your meetings are with people who actually make decisions and can take action. No wasted conversations, just real connections that move the needle.

TAILORED EXPERIENCES THAT PUT YOU IN THE RIGHT ROOM

Unlike generic conferences, the Festival of Forums matched attendees and suppliers through smart curation, so you meet exactly the right people at the right time. It's personalised networking at scale, not random introductions.

IDEAS, INSPIRATION AND INNOVATION IN ONE PLACE

You don't just meet people - you leae with new approaches, fresh trends and actionable strategies that you won't get from a standard conference or trade show. It's where the future of events are being shaped, and you can be part of it.

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