Meetings and Events Industry News

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Informa has postponed its first major Middle East show amid the war in Iran, moving a 50,000-person Dubai energy event to September. If the conflict drags on, more events across the region could be shifted or relocated.

Heightened terrorism concerns linked to the Middle East conflict are prompting planners to increase security measures and coordinate more closely with law enforcement.

SXSW’s 2026 edition will offer a preview of how large citywide events adapt when venues shutter, schedules compress, and worrying attendance trends reshape the bottom line.

The postponement wipes out millions in revenue for the year and puts pressure on organizers to manage refunds, rebookings, and the reputation of a major new regional launch.

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Military bases have been forced to increase security in reaction to the growing threat of terrorism, leaving two organizers with no choice but to call off their popular air shows.

The Iran war may cause near-term disruption, but Terrapinn is still betting on long-term growth tied to next-generation computing and renewable energy.

As Bahrain and Saudi Arabia F1 races face likely cancellation, the fallout is highlighting broader risk for all live events across the region.

The Hawaii Convention Center isn’t set to reopen until January of 2028, but planners still have other options for large groups.