According to a study released in early 2023, one out of five responding marketers and exhibitors in the United States planned to increase their spending on VIP customer events throughout that year. Around 18 percent said they wanted to raise the expenditure on user conferences. Meanwhile, none of the respondents stated planning to increase their spending on virtual events.

According to a survey conducted in late 2024, food and beverages were expected to be the highest expense item for professionals organizing business meetings and events in the next two years. At the time of the survey, 73 percent of respondents reported this category to be the most considerable expenses.

During a survey carried out among business-to-business (B2B) event marketers worldwide in May 2021, 49 percent of respondents said making the physical and digital experience equally good was a barrier to the success of a hybrid event. The second most common barrier to success was the management of hybrid logistics, cited by 42 percent of respondents. According to 36 percent, convincing attendees to come in-person when invited was also a barrier to success.

The UAE Event Management Market is Segmented by Type (Music Concerts, Festivals, Sports, Exhibitions and Conferences, Corporate Events and Seminars, and Other Types), by Revenue Source (Tickets, Sponsorship, Advertising, Broadcasting, and Other Revenue Sources), and End-User (Corporate, Individual, and Public). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecast Values for the UAE Event Management Market in (USD) for the Above Segments.

North America was the world region where more in-person meetings have been planned for 2025, according to a survey conducted in mid-2024. As of that date, almost 70 percent of the total number of corporate events organized for 2025 in North America were expected to take place in physical venues.

The number of business meeting and conferences taking place in the United Kingdom decreased sharply due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Overall, venues in the UK hosted roughly 195 thousand events in 2020 and 440 thousand in 2021.

The virtual event platform market size was valued at USD 17.34 billion in 2024 and is likely to exceed USD 115.66 billion by the end of 2037, registering over 15.5% CAGR during the forecast period i.e., between 2025-2037. North America industry is predicted to have the highest growth through 2037, due to rising availability of high-speed internet access along with increasing demand for cost-effective and personalized online events in the region.

The global event industry was worth approximately 890 billion U.S. dollars in 2020. By 2028, this value could grow to more than two trillion U.S. dollars, according to a forecast published in early 2022.

The number of businesses in the party and event planner sector in the United States amounted to 114.31 thousand in 2022. Between 2011 and 2022, the number of businesses in this sector peaked in 2011 at 160.96 thousand.

The Venue Lighting market has emerged as a pivotal segment within the broader event management and entertainment industry, significantly transforming how spaces are illuminated for various functions, from concerts and weddings to corporate events and exhibitions. Venue lighting not only enhances the aesthetic appeal

The Live Event Production Services market has evolved significantly over the years, becoming an essential pillar for various industries, including entertainment, corporate functions, and social gatherings. At its core, live event production encompasses the planning, coordination, and execution of events that engage

The Corporate Catering and Office Lunch Delivery Service market has evolved significantly over the years, becoming an essential component of workplace culture and corporate events. As companies increasingly recognize the importance of employee satisfaction and productivity, the demand for convenient and healthy meal

As of January 2025, the United States was the country with the highest number of conferences and trade shows planned worldwide, with almost 40,000 events listed on the event platform 10times.com. The United Kingdom followed in the ranking, with around 8,000 planned events.

The Event Management Tools for Planners market has evolved significantly over the past decade, reflecting the increasing complexity and demand for sophisticated solutions within the event planning industry. These tools encompass a range of software applications and platforms designed to streamline various aspects of

In 2022, festivals comprised the majority of the event management industry revenue in Saudi Arabia at 33 percent. By 2027, this is expected to decline by two percent, whereas events such as seminars, corporate events, conferences, and exhibitions are expected to see a slight increase from 2022.

The Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) market has evolved into a critical component for organizations seeking to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs while focusing on their core competencies. As companies around the globe increasingly recognize the benefits of delegating specific business functions, such

The Event Based Visual Sensors market is experiencing significant growth, capturing the attention of industries that require advanced image processing and real-time data analysis. These innovative sensors operate by detecting changes in a scene rather than capturing traditional video frames, allowing for faster proc

The Filling Materials for Electronic Communication Functions market plays a crucial role in enhancing the performance and reliability of electronic devices, particularly in telecommunications, data transmission, and network infrastructure. These materials, which include various types of foams, gels, and insulating c

According to business meetings professionals surveyed worldwide in late 2024, six in ten respondents expected an increase in the in-person attendance to such events in the following year.

The cost of technology was the biggest challenge to adopting new tools for business meetings and events worldwide, according to a mid-2024 survey. At that time, four out of ten respondents agreed with that statement.