

THE PINNACLE OF EXPERIENCES
The Festival of Eventing is Africa’s only event dedicated to event execution — built by African eventing experts, for African eventing professionals.
This is where the continent’s changemakers, planners, producers, and pioneers come together to sharpen skills, forge connections, and shape the future of events.
Our audience represents the vast array of roles and responsibilities that eventing involves — from veterans to those just starting out — and covers every aspect of event development, planning, incubation, management, production, and fulfillment. Whether you’re involved in organising, marketing, content creation, operations, HR, finance, or project and business management, there’s something here for everyone.
This Festival is more than just a conference — it’s a gathering for professionals who bring people together. It’s a call to action for changemakers, pioneers, and storytellers who are shaping the future of eventing across the continent. Over two inspiring days, we’ll explore the latest trends through showcasing African excellence, cutting-edge technology, innovative services, and best practices that enable us to think globally but act locally. The programme features an incredible, useful, and practical schedule, thoughtfully curated to deliver real value, along with an impressive technology and services showcase, and superb networking opportunities to connect and collaborate.

With over 999 delegates, 100+ suppliers, and 75+ expert speakers, the Festival of Eventing is your launchpad to learn, lead, and elevate your impact. Whether you work for a large corporate trade show organiser, a company that hosts or participates in events, a PR or marketing agency, a PCO, a freelancer, or an executive assistant managing company events — the Festival of Eventing is designed for YOU!
Join us to be part of Africa’s most comprehensive gathering dedicated to advancing every facet of Africa’s eventing industry.
KEY THEMES
Our programme is built around immersive Signature Circles and bold conversations designed to inspire action and spark collaboration.
Key themes include:
- Celebrating excellence and redefining innovation in eventing
- Inclusive design and immersive event experiences
- The economic and social impact of the MICE industry
- Diversity, wellness, and women in leadership
- Sustainability and futureproofing event strategies
- Event tech, AI, and phygital experiences
- Experiential marketing and commercial growth

MEET OUR VISIONARY SPEAKERS

Lorne Sulcas
International Speaker and Game Changer
(The Big Cat Guy)
South Africa

Nicky Verd
Digital Futurist
South Africa

Iain Morrison
Co-Founder & CEO
The Imagination Collaborative
Australia

Adam Parry
Co-Founder & Editor
Event Industry News
United Kingdom

Yinka Olaito
Executive Director
Centre for Disability
and Inclusion Africa
Nigeria

Dolly Nqonji
Former VP: Culture, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (Massmart)
Managing Director
Lunniko Consulting Group
South Africa

Kevan Jones
Executive Director: SACIA
and Chair:
SABS Technical Committee
South Africa

Mic Mann
Co-Founder
Mann Made Media, Africa’s First Metaverse
South Africa

Shayne Mann
Co-Founder
Mann Made
South Africa

Lebo Madiba
Business Influencer & MD
PR Powerhouse
South Africa

Ryan Wallace
MD & Co-Founder
We are Africa Do Not Disturb
South Africa

Bradley Howland
CEO | Alkemi Collective & President | Public Relations Institute of Southern Africa (PRISA)
South Africa

WHERE IDEAS IGNITE, LEADERS RISE, AND THE FUTURE OF EVENTS TAKES CENTRE STAGE.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Sunrise mixers and soulful conversations
- Immersive masterclasses and “wow” moments
- Bold voices, global stories, and visionary women leading change
- Festival feasts, expo demos, and live activations
- A vibrant space where community, culture, and creativity collide

Women in Industry

Young Professionals

Leadership

Elite Leaders Xperience

Sustainability

Innovation

Diversity

Experiental Design

The Five Signature Circles
- The People Circle: Leadership, Wellness & Equity
Exploring inclusive leadership, people-first management, mental health, and championing women and diverse voices in eventing. - The Tech & Innovation Circle: Latest Event Tech Tools
Where digital meets physical. From AI-powered planning to event software that changes the game, this is where next-gen tech and smarter experiences meet. - The Experiential Marketing Circle: ROI, Storytelling & Brand Love
Dive into immersive storytelling, sponsorship ROI, and sales secrets for 2025 – turning touchpoints into transformation – and brands into experiences. - The Sustainability Circle: Eco-Friendly Practices & Futureproofing
Designing for impact with purpose. Explore local sourcing, green logistics, and strategies to ensure your event thrives across future cycles – socially, economically, and ecologically. - The Operations Circle: The A–Z of Event Planning – Precision, Protocol & Personalisation
Explore seamless execution, vendor management, personalisation, and scalable systems that drive flawless delivery.
Why You Can’t Miss the Festival of Eventing
Level Up Your Event Game
From strategy to execution, get practical insights from Africa’s top event leaders, creative visionaries, and global experts. Whether you’re scaling up or starting out, this is where event excellence begins.Master the Latest Trends & Tech
Immerse yourself in future-focused sessions on AI, phygital experiences, immersive design, and sustainability. Get hands-on with tools and ideas you can implement immediately.Expand Your Network
Meet with your peers shaping the future of eventing across Africa and beyond — from venue directors to creative agencies, suppliers to brand marketers. It’s not just networking, it’s connecting with purpose.Get Inspired by the Best
Learn from keynote speakers who’ve worked with global icons, built metaverses, and driven innovation in some of the world’s biggest event brands. Big ideas. Real stories. Actionable takeaways.Access Curated Content That Matters
Dive into our five Signature Circles – from leadership and wellness to tech, marketing, sustainability and operations – and walk away with fresh strategies tailored to your role, your goals, and your growth.

JOIN US FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE AT THE FESTIVAL OF EVENTING

COLLABORATION PARTNERS
The Festival of Eventing is proud to collaborate with a wide network of esteemed partners who share our vision and commitment to industry excellence.
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WHERE INNOVATION MEETS: CONFERENCE VENUE
Experience Excellence: Join Us at the Pinnacle of Experience at Century City Conference Centre!
Voted as Africa’s most sustainable venue in 2019, Century City Conference Centre is the only conference centre in Cape Town that has been developed as part of a mixed-use development with the award of a 4-Star Green Star Certification by the Green Building Council of South Africa.
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