Europe Congress to Host Innovative Associations Event in Riga
The premier event for association event planners is heading to Riga, Latvia from 9-11 March 2025. Events Club Associations Forum, a three-day event packed with one-on-one meetings, exceptional networking activities, and destination awareness, is a chance for event planners from major associations to meet with MICE suppliers across Europe.
2025 marks Europe Congress’ third Events Club Associations Forum; after last year’s successful forum in Valencia, ECAF Riga promises to be a standout event. Events Club Associations Forum will be hosted at the Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, a sophisticated conference venue and five-star spa in Riga’s city center.
“We’re thrilled to host the Events Club Associations Forum at the Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel,” said Jānis Priede, Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel’s Director of Sales and Marketing. “This event significantly benefits the MICE industry in Riga; we love that such events contribute to Riga’s economy by drawing international visitors, promoting local businesses, and reinforcing the city’s status as a key player in the global MICE industry.”
Riga’s recognition as a MICE destination has grown significantly in recent years, and the city has proven to be a fantastic choice for large-scale events. In addition to a schedule of B2B meetings and networking activities, Events Club Associations Forum provides opportunities for destination awareness, including city tours, exposure to local cultural activities, and an exclusive FAM trip.
“Hosting Events Club Associations Forum in Riga represents a pivotal moment in establishing the city as the New Nordic destination for international associations’ business events,” said Aigars Smiltāns, Head of Tourism Development for Meet Riga. “Delegates will have a unique opportunity to explore the city, familiarise themselves with local service providers, and experience the advantages of Riga as a brand-new destination.”
Riga’s rich cultural heritage, proximity to nature, and experience hosting international events makes it an ideal MICE location. Participants will have a chance to experience all of this and more through unique networking opportunities and a focus on local culture.
To learn more about Events Club Associations Forum and the rest of the 2025 event calendar, contact Europe Congress at info@europecongress.com or visit www.europecongress.com.
Another publications
China Connections at ITB Berlin 2026: Chinese Night & Buyer Matchmaking
From 3–5 March 2026, ITB Berlin celebrates its 60th anniversary. Spanning 160,000 sqm, welcoming exhibitors from 180+ countries and regions and attracting over 100,000 travel professionals, ITB Berlin remains the world’s leading B2B travel trade show and a global hub for industry dialogue and cooperation.
ITB China Officially Announces Georgia as Partner Destination for 2026
Georgia has been appointed Official Partner Destination of ITB China 2026, taking place from 26–28 May 2026 in Shanghai, underscoring its strategic focus on the Chinese outbound travel market and a new phase of cooperation in destination promotion, industry exchange, and business matchmaking.
IBTM Africa Welcomes MICE Exhibitors to Cape Town as Buyer Interest Soars
Cape Town, South Africa, 26 January 2026 – IBTM Africa, which takes place alongside WTM Africa, is fast positioning itself as a critical platform for Africa's MICE sector, bringing together international buyers, leading suppliers, and a dedicated business events programme at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from April 13-15, 2026.
Europe Congress Hosts Premier Event for Associations in Budapest
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 8–10 March, 2026— Budapest will play host to Europe Congress’ Events ClubAssociations Forum this March, as over 100 event industry professionals come together for 2.5 days of focused B2B meetings and destination awareness, tailored specifically to associations event planners.
ITB China Recommends CIMX – China’s New International MICE Expo
Messe Berlin China, the organizer of ITB China, has launched a new trade fair dedicated to China’s growing business events, meetings, and incentives sector—responding to industry demand for an international MICE focused platform in China.