10th ANNIVERSARY: TOMORROW IN MOTION
THEME
TOMORROW IN MOTION
Advancing the social and economic impact of Associations into a liveable future.
Under this theme, the forum will explore how associations and cities can translate social and economic progress into long-term growth, sustained resilience, alignment, and shared prosperity, drawing on Dubai’s D33 roadmap as a lens for global dialogue.
ABOUT
BESTCITIES GLOBAL FORUM
As a gathering that champions the power of face-to-face interactions, this forum promises enriching workshops and sessions designed to both challenge and inspire attendees. Planners will benefit from unparalleled opportunities to connect with peers from diverse industries and explore innovative approaches to meeting design, sustainability, and impact. All whilst getting to know the 13 BestCities Global Alliance destination partners under one roof.
Join global thought leaders, association executives, and city representatives for an unforgettable experience in one of the world’s most dynamic hubs for innovation and culture.
We harness the power of collaboration and community to create positive impact through business events.
BestCities Global Alliance
ABOUT THE ORGANISERS
Dedicated to excellence we’re an alliance of 13 cities that never settles when it comes to business events, we continuously push for better.
The quality and reach of our global community and our open knowledge exchange, allows our partners and clients to develop and offer experiences that make a more positive impact and leave a stronger and lasting legacy on the world.
Founded with this community spirit we continue to believe that our world prospers when it comes together, works together and shares generously.
We are the BestCities Global Alliance.
Dubai Business Events is the official convention bureau for Dubai. As a division of the Department of Economy and Tourism, our main goal is to establish Dubai as a premier business event destination by promoting the destination and attracting business events that can help grow economic development, jobs and knowledge creation in the Emirate.
We offer a full spectrum of convention and event planning services. We also work to grow visitor numbers at business events in Dubai through our network of international offices in Europe, Asia and the Americas.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Open to International Associations, Association Management Companies, Agencies, Corporate Meeting Planners, (Core) PCOs and invited guests, the Global Forum is the ideal opportunity for:
CROSS
INDUSTRY LEARNING
Learn from outside our industry, share your thoughts and challenges with like minded peers and make connections beyond the forum.
EXPERIENCING
DUBAI
Bold, forward-looking, and globally connected, Dubai is a city built on turning vision into action. As host of the BestCities Global Forum, it offers a powerful backdrop for exploring how long-term ambition, innovation, and collaboration can drive real social and economic impact, creating a liveable future shaped by ideas in motion.
NETWORKING
The BestCities Global Forum is designed for conversations that matter. In an intimate setting, association leaders, city partners, and global stakeholders connect openly, share perspectives, and build relationships grounded in trust and relevance. From structured discussions to informal moments, networking at the Forum is purposeful, peer-led, and focused on creating connections that continue well beyond the event.
PROGRAMME
AT-A-GLANCE
Wednesday 20 January All Day
Thursday 21 January Morning
Evening
Friday 22 January Morning / Afternoon
Evening
Saturday 23 January Morning / Afternoon
Evening
Sunday 24 January Morning
Afternoon / Evening
REGISTER
INTEREST
The BestCities Global Forum is open to International Associations, Association Management Companies, Agencies, Corporate Meeting Planners, Core PCOs and invited guests who have a minimum of one international event that fits the following criteria (one representative per organisation):
- The event is over 500 participants in size;
- The event is held on a regular basis and must rotate globally;
- You are a decision maker or main influencer on the choice of destination for this event;
- You have a genuine interest in at least 3 BestCities destinations as a potential future host city for this event.
MEET THE BESTCITIES PARTNER DESTINATIONS
