On October 30, 2026, organizers of IBTM World 2026 announced new Main Stage speakers for the exhibition, scheduled for November 17–19 in Barcelona.
Award-winning documentary filmmaker Deeyah Khan will headline the final day, exploring empathy, communication and the importance of human connection.
The programme will also feature representatives from Universal Destinations & Experiences, Waymo and the social networking platform Peanut, discussing experiential marketing, community building and the growing value of face-to-face interactions in an AI-driven world.
Interactive sessions will demonstrate practical AI applications and creative technologies for event professionals.
IBTM World expects more than 12,000 professionals and 2,500 exhibitors.
For the international events industry, the programme highlights a shift toward combining technological innovation with authentic human experiences, emotional storytelling and audience engagement.
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