Join us for the groundbreaking Events Club Associations Forum, a revolutionary MICE event designed specifically for event planners representing associations and PCOs. Meet senior representatives from destinations, congress venues, and conference hotels to establish new business connections and plan large-scale MICE events. Expand your business, build valuable business contacts, and unlock new possibilities in just 2.5 days of curated meetings, networking activities, and fantastic dinners.
As a hosted buyer at Events Club Associations Forum in Budapest, you’ll spend two nights in the Corinthia Budapest Hotel, a landmark luxury hotel in the heart of Budapest.
March
08
ARRIVAL DAY
10:00 – 18:00
Registration
13:00 – 16:30
City Experience Programs
Walking City Tour – Opera House & Downtown Pest Highlights:
Discover Budapest on a guided walking tour that starts directly from the hotel. The program includes a visit to the magnificent Hungarian State Opera House, where guests can admire its impressive neo-Renaissance architecture and rich artistic heritage.
We will then explore the sights of downtown Pest. We will walk along the Danube bank, admiring the beautiful panorama before reaching the iconic Parliament, one of the most impressive parliamentary buildings in Europe.
The tour continues to St. Stephen's Basilica, the largest Catholic church in the city. There are also countless restaurants and cafes on the square. Here we will also taste the traditional Hungarian kürtőskalács (chimney cake), which adds a sweet flavour to this memorable experience.
During the walk, we will tell you about the history of Budapest - the unification of Buda, Pest and Óbuda, the Roman heritage and the development of the Danube bank.
We walk back to the hotel through Budapest’s “Broadway” district, passing by Liszt Ferenc Square, the impressive Liszt Academy of Music, and Király Street, known for its bustling ruin pubs and nightlife.
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City Park Experience – Culture, Heritage & Green Elegance:
Discover the green heart of Budapest on a guided walking tour from the hotel to the magnificent City Park (Városliget).
Take the historic Millennium Underground Railway to the iconic Heroes’ Square, learn about Hungary’s rich history and the millennium celebrations, framed by the magnificent Museum of Fine Arts and Art Gallery, as well as the City Park Ice Rink and Boating Lake.
Stroll through the renovated park and discover architectural and cultural landmarks, including the impressive Ethnographic Museum, the Art Nouveau-inspired Zsolnay House, the award-winning Hungarian Music House and the historic Millennium House.
Admire the fabulous towers of Vajdahunyad Castle. You will see also the famous Széchenyi Thermal Bath, the largest thermal bath in Europe, and the Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden. During the walk we stop a little to enjoy a delicious coffee break in a cozy café.
Along the way, we will not only talk about the history but also introduce you the event planning possibilities of these iconic buildings in the City Park.

Pest Panorama by Bus – Icons & Hungarian Flavours:
Discover the bustling Pest side of Budapest in comfort on a panoramic bus sightseeing tour, complete with short guided walks and a delicious Hungarian tasting.
We will reach the imposing Heroes' Square via the elegant Andrássy Avenue, and further on we will show you other architectural masterpieces such as the Parliament building, St. Stephen's Basilica and the magnificent Dohány Street Synagogue - the largest synagogue in Europe. Traveling along the Danube bank, we can admire the view of Buda Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the magnificent bridges spanning the Danube.
An ideal introduction to the sights of Pest - combining comfort, culture and culinary delights in one memorable experience.


17:15 – 18:45
Welcome Reception & Opening Speeches
18:45 – 22:30
Welcome Networking Dinner Program
March
09
FORUM DAY 1
08:00 – 08:30
Welcome Coffee
08:30 – 09:45
Destination Presentations
09:45 – 11:05
B2B Meetings
11:05 – 11:30
Networking Coffee Break
11:30 – 12:50
B2B Meetings
12:50 – 14:00
Networking Lunch
14:00 – 15:20
B2B Meetings
17:00 – 18:30
City Discovery Activity
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18:30 – 22:00/23:00
Networking Dinner & Party



March
10
FORUM DAY 2
08:00 – 08:30
Welcome Coffee
08:30 – 09:45
Destination Presentations
09:45 – 11:20
B2B Meetings
11:20 – 11:45
Coffee Break
11:45 – 13:20
B2B Meetings
13:20 – 13:30
Forum Closing Session and Farewells
13:30 – 15:00
Lunch
14:30 – 18:00
City Experience Programs
Walking City Tour – Opera House & Downtown Pest Highlights:
Discover Budapest on a guided walking tour that starts directly from the hotel. The program includes a visit to the magnificent Hungarian State Opera House, where guests can admire its impressive neo-Renaissance architecture and rich artistic heritage.
We will then explore the sights of downtown Pest. We will walk along the Danube bank, admiring the beautiful panorama before reaching the iconic Parliament, one of the most impressive parliamentary buildings in Europe.
The tour continues to St. Stephen's Basilica, the largest Catholic church in the city. There are also countless restaurants and cafes on the square. Here we will also taste the traditional Hungarian kürtőskalács (chimney cake), which adds a sweet flavour to this memorable experience.
During the walk, we will tell you about the history of Budapest - the unification of Buda, Pest and Óbuda, the Roman heritage and the development of the Danube bank.
We walk back to the hotel through Budapest’s “Broadway” district, passing by Liszt Ferenc Square, the impressive Liszt Academy of Music, and Király Street, known for its bustling ruin pubs and nightlife.
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City Park Experience – Culture, Heritage & Green Elegance:
Discover the green heart of Budapest on a guided walking tour from the hotel to the magnificent City Park (Városliget).
Take the historic Millennium Underground Railway to the iconic Heroes’ Square, learn about Hungary’s rich history and the millennium celebrations, framed by the magnificent Museum of Fine Arts and Art Gallery, as well as the City Park Ice Rink and Boating Lake.
Stroll through the renovated park and discover architectural and cultural landmarks, including the impressive Ethnographic Museum, the Art Nouveau-inspired Zsolnay House, the award-winning Hungarian Music House and the historic Millennium House.
Admire the fabulous towers of Vajdahunyad Castle. You will see also the famous Széchenyi Thermal Bath, the largest thermal bath in Europe, and the Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden. During the walk we stop a little to enjoy a delicious coffee break in a cozy café.
Along the way, we will not only talk about the history but also introduce you the event planning possibilities of these iconic buildings in the City Park.

Pest Panorama by Bus – Icons & Hungarian Flavours:
Discover the bustling Pest side of Budapest in comfort on a panoramic bus sightseeing tour, complete with short guided walks and a delicious Hungarian tasting.
We will reach the imposing Heroes' Square via the elegant Andrássy Avenue, and further on we will show you other architectural masterpieces such as the Parliament building, St. Stephen's Basilica and the magnificent Dohány Street Synagogue - the largest synagogue in Europe. Traveling along the Danube bank, we can admire the view of Buda Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the magnificent bridges spanning the Danube.
An ideal introduction to the sights of Pest - combining comfort, culture and culinary delights in one memorable experience.

Unicum Experience – A Taste of Hungarian Heritage:
Step into the world of one of Hungary’s most iconic brands with an exclusive visit to the Zwack Unicum Museum.
During a private guided tour, discover the story behind Unicum, the country’s most famous herbal liqueur, crafted from more than 40 medicinal herbs and spices sourced from around the world. Explore the historic distillery known as the “Heart of Unicum,” visit the exclusive Unicum Trezor XO section, and gain fascinating insight into a family legacy spanning over two centuries.
The experience continues in the atmospheric cellar with a tasting of five Unicum specialties — a true journey through rich aromas and bold Hungarian flavours. Guests may also explore the museum exhibition and its remarkable miniature bottle collection, as well as browse the Museum Shop or relax at the Herb Bar.
Depending on timing the return transfer will offer scenic views along the Danube riverbank with Hungarian Parliament Building and the historic Buda Castle view — a fitting backdrop to conclude this authentic Hungarian experience.

Budapest Site Inspection Tour – Hotels & Event Potential:
This short city orientation is combined with curated hotel inspections, offering a practical overview of meeting capacities, ballroom setups, breakout options, technical infrastructure, and group logistics.
Explore the contemporary elegance and central location of Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest, assess the exceptional Danube panorama and conference facilities of Budapest Marriott Hotel, and discover the spacious meeting areas and wellness-focused environment of Danubius Hotel Hélia.
Throughout the program, participants gain valuable local insights into accessibility, transport connections, neighborhood atmosphere, and additional off-site venue possibilities — supporting confident, informed decision-making.
A streamlined yet comprehensive introduction to Budapest’s hospitality landscape — tailored for professionals planning successful meetings and incentive programs.
When qualified as a hosted buyer participating in this unique event, you will meet a carefully selected group of destinations and suppliers. Each convention/tourism bureau, congress center, or conference hotel is represented by a senior agent, ensuring that you are meeting with decision makers who are ready to collaborate with you and offer their high-quality services and products. Meet up with 50+ destinations and MICE providers from Europe and beyond. You qualify as a hosted buyer when:
This has been one of the best networking events I have attended so far thanks to the hospitality of Visit Valencia and the great organisation of Europe Congress.
It was a perfectly organized and great event with a high quality of meeting and networking interactions. The EC team is very professional and makes sure everyone feels comfortable. Great atmosphere!
Events Club Association Forum was a huge success from my point of view. Very well organised and extremely productive. I had great meetings and made some very promising leads. I will definitely attend again.
We benefited immensely from the Events Club Association Forum, connecting personally with twenty European associations to build lasting partnerships and promote the region as a prime congress destination, emphasizing building trust and understanding.
I believe that this event is the best way to get in touch & network with many international Associations! It was the first time we were attending a workshop organized by Europe Congress and I was really pleased with their professionalism! I...
I liked that the participating convention bureaus were not only country-oriented, but rather specific cities/regions. The number and diversity of suppliers was perfect , so there was a lot of space to talk to everyone. Again, perfect organization...
High attention from the organizes team to all the details! Business meetings and the whole networking program are always fantastic!
An excellent networking event! Very well organised, wonderful programme, and the organizers are very professional! I made valuable connections with destinations and suppliers for our future congresses!
This forum was very well organised, we had many possibilities to meet people, to network and to do business. Excellent atmosphere, meetings, and networking!
It was one of the best event experiences I had, with great ideas, resourceful discussions, and a great variation of congress destinations and suppliers! The meetings were very accurately matched to meet our needs!
Big congratulations for a seamless event! Over the 2.5 days, I've had the opportunity to meet and connect with brilliant clients! The format and the size of the event is so perfect that you are able to connect with everyone attending!
Meet your next business partners in carefully selected one-on-one meetings
Focused, personalised events in exclusive venues
Meet at least 35 new business leads with only 2 days out of office
Varied event program including meetings, networking dinners, and fam trips
Keynotes, discussions, and destination awareness
Hosting delegates and speakers from across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas
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