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Events Club Associations Forum 2025

09 Mar - 11 Mar 2025
Riga, Latvia
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel

Join us for the groundbreaking Events Club Associations Forum, a revolutionary MICE event in the congress business. Meet international associations, establish new business connections, and present your services to planners of 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 supplier at Events Club Associations Forum in Riga, you’ll attend the Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, a sophisticated conference venue and five star spa in Riga’s city centre.

60+

Buyers

20

B2B Meetings

80%

Returning Suppliers

You will meet

The Events Club Associations Forum applies a strict and lengthy qualification process to ensure that all event planners, participating as hosted buyers, are likely to send business to participating suppliers. We conduct reference checks and follow up telephone interviews to confirm the business potential and destination relevance of the event planners before extending a formal invitation. With 10+ years of experience, these processes have consistently proven to lead to highly successful MICE matchmaking. The buyers participating in Events Club Associations Forum are:

Up to 60+ worldwide associations & PCOs

March

09

ARRIVAL DAY

10:00 – 18:00

Registration

13:00 – 16:30

City Experience Programs

Opera Magic
This exclusive city tour offers a unique opportunity to step behind the scenes of the Latvian National Opera – the place where all the magic begins. During the tour, guests will have the chance to see the opera hall and stage from an entirely different perspective and visit areas usually inaccessible to the public. The experience culminates with a private concert accompanied by a glass of sparkling wine, creating an elegant and festive atmosphere.
In addition to the opera house tour, guests will explore event spaces and participate in a coin minting workshop at the Small Guild. Each participant will have the chance to craft their own unique coin featuring a Latvian symbol, adding a touch of history and tradition to the experience.
Throughout the tour, the guide will share fascinating insights into the history, culture, and traditions of Riga and Latvia while answering guests' questions. A coffee break is also included, allowing for a pleasant moment of relaxation.

Art Nouveau Elegance & City Surprises
This city tour reveals Riga’s rich history and culture, starting with the charm of Art Nouveau as guests explore the unique buildings of Alberta Street and the Art Nouveau Museum. The guide's engaging storytelling will provide insight into the architecture, interior design, and artistic style of the era, while also answering guests' questions. Participants will have the chance to take photos wearing the museum's special hats, fully immersing themselves in the atmosphere of the period.
The tour continues at the Art Museum, where the guide will highlight masterpieces of Latvian art and discuss the potential of the museum’s spaces for various events.
Additionally, guests will enjoy a special ice drink served in uniquely crafted ice glasses in an urban setting, creating an unforgettable experience.
A coffee break is included, offering a moment of relaxation and an opportunity to soak in the surroundings.

Riga’s Flavors & Views
This city tour begins with a fascinating guided visit to the Central Market, where guests will explore Riga’s history and traditions while sampling local delicacies.
The highlight of the tour is an ascent to the Science Academy’s panoramic platform, where breathtaking views of Riga await. The guide will enrich the experience with stories about the city's history and cultural diversity, making the moment even more special.
Next, guests will take part in a unique creative activity – forging a key frozen in ice, symbolizing the unlocking of Riga’s secrets and the discovery of new adventures.
During the tour, participants will also have the opportunity to enjoy warm drinks and coffee, ensuring a cozy and enjoyable experience.

Cultural Treasures
This city tour introduces guests to the artistic and cultural riches of Latvia, combining historical narratives with authentic culinary and artistic experiences. The guide will provide insights into Riga and Latvia’s history, culture, and traditions while answering guests' questions.
The tour begins with a visit to the Museum of Foreign Art, where guests can admire antique art collections, the Roerich Gallery, and Asian art exhibitions. The museum’s spaces will also be explored as potential venues for various events.
Next, guests will visit a bar where they will taste Latvia’s famous Black Balsam and coffee, while learning about its history and the legends surrounding its origins.
The program concludes with a culinary experience at Mencendorf House, featuring a tasting of hemp and birch products, offering a deep dive into Latvia’s traditional flavors and their historical significance.

Stories of an Era
This city tour begins with a tram ride, highlighting sustainable urban mobility. Guests will visit the National Library, where architect Jānis Dripe will share insights into the symbolism and architectural vision of the “Castle of Light.” The tour will also include a visit to event spaces within the library.
Next, guests will head to the Railway Museum, where a guided experience will showcase Latvia’s railway history – from historic locomotives to modern advancements.
The tour concludes at the Riga Black Magic Bar, where guests can savor Riga’s legendary balsam in an authentic setting while enjoying stories about the drink’s origins and traditions, complemented by a coffee tasting.

From Forest Flavors to the Circus Stage
This city tour provides an exciting journey through Latvian and Riga’s history and culture, blending authentic flavors, art, and interactive experiences.
The program begins at Mencendorf House with a birch product tasting, offering an innovative and unique flavor experience.
Next, participants will visit the historic Riga Circus, where they will not only explore the venue as a potential event space but also enjoy a short juggler’s performance and even try basic juggling skills themselves.
The tour concludes with a symbolic ice key forging activity – an experience representing new adventures and opportunities unlocked in Riga.
A coffee break is included, ensuring a relaxing and unhurried moment for guests to enjoy.

Chain Reaction
This city tour combines entertainment with team-building activities, encouraging collaboration while discovering Riga’s history.
The experience begins at the Riga Circus, where participants will engage in interactive juggling activities and explore the venue as a potential event space.
Following this, guests will take part in a series of tasks that create a “chain reaction,” strengthening teamwork skills and making for a dynamic adventure in the city.
The tour concludes with a Latvian apple cider tasting, where guests will explore the nuances of different ciders while learning about their history and traditions.

17:30 – 19:00

Welcome Reception & Opening Speeches

19:00 – 22:30

Welcome Networking Dinner Program

The first night's dinner is hosted at ATTA Centre, one of the largest event venues in the Baltics. Meet fellow participants and enjoy a taste of Riga in a unique and dynamic setting.

March

10

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 Walking Tour

18:30 – 23:30

Networking Dinner & Party

Cement your new connections at dinner hosted at the House of the Blackheads, a unique historical house and event space located in the heart of Riga.

March

11

FORUM DAY 2

08:30 – 09:00

Welcome Coffee

09:00 – 10:15

Destination Presentations

10:15 – 11:35

B2B Meetings

11:35 – 12:00

Coffee Break

12:00 – 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

Opera Magic
This exclusive city tour offers a unique opportunity to step behind the scenes of the Latvian National Opera – the place where all the magic begins. During the tour, guests will have the chance to see the opera hall and stage from an entirely different perspective and visit areas usually inaccessible to the public. The experience culminates with a private concert accompanied by a glass of sparkling wine, creating an elegant and festive atmosphere.
In addition to the opera house tour, guests will explore event spaces and participate in a coin minting workshop at the Small Guild. Each participant will have the chance to craft their own unique coin featuring a Latvian symbol, adding a touch of history and tradition to the experience.
Throughout the tour, the guide will share fascinating insights into the history, culture, and traditions of Riga and Latvia while answering guests' questions. A coffee break is also included, allowing for a pleasant moment of relaxation.

Art Nouveau Elegance & City Surprises
This city tour reveals Riga’s rich history and culture, starting with the charm of Art Nouveau as guests explore the unique buildings of Alberta Street and the Art Nouveau Museum. The guide's engaging storytelling will provide insight into the architecture, interior design, and artistic style of the era, while also answering guests' questions. Participants will have the chance to take photos wearing the museum's special hats, fully immersing themselves in the atmosphere of the period.
The tour continues at the Art Museum, where the guide will highlight masterpieces of Latvian art and discuss the potential of the museum’s spaces for various events.
Additionally, guests will enjoy a special ice drink served in uniquely crafted ice glasses in an urban setting, creating an unforgettable experience.
A coffee break is included, offering a moment of relaxation and an opportunity to soak in the surroundings.

Riga’s Flavors & Views
This city tour begins with a fascinating guided visit to the Central Market, where guests will explore Riga’s history and traditions while sampling local delicacies.
The highlight of the tour is an ascent to the Science Academy’s panoramic platform, where breathtaking views of Riga await. The guide will enrich the experience with stories about the city's history and cultural diversity, making the moment even more special.
Next, guests will take part in a unique creative activity – forging a key frozen in ice, symbolizing the unlocking of Riga’s secrets and the discovery of new adventures.
During the tour, participants will also have the opportunity to enjoy warm drinks and coffee, ensuring a cozy and enjoyable experience.

Cultural Treasures
This city tour introduces guests to the artistic and cultural riches of Latvia, combining historical narratives with authentic culinary and artistic experiences. The guide will provide insights into Riga and Latvia’s history, culture, and traditions while answering guests' questions.
The tour begins with a visit to the Museum of Foreign Art, where guests can admire antique art collections, the Roerich Gallery, and Asian art exhibitions. The museum’s spaces will also be explored as potential venues for various events.
Next, guests will visit a bar where they will taste Latvia’s famous Black Balsam and coffee, while learning about its history and the legends surrounding its origins.
The program concludes with a culinary experience at Mencendorf House, featuring a tasting of hemp and birch products, offering a deep dive into Latvia’s traditional flavors and their historical significance.

Stories of an Era
This city tour begins with a tram ride, highlighting sustainable urban mobility. Guests will visit the National Library, where architect Jānis Dripe will share insights into the symbolism and architectural vision of the “Castle of Light.” The tour will also include a visit to event spaces within the library.
Next, guests will head to the Railway Museum, where a guided experience will showcase Latvia’s railway history – from historic locomotives to modern advancements.
The tour concludes at the Riga Black Magic Bar, where guests can savor Riga’s legendary balsam in an authentic setting while enjoying stories about the drink’s origins and traditions, complemented by a coffee tasting.

From Forest Flavors to the Circus Stage
This city tour provides an exciting journey through Latvian and Riga’s history and culture, blending authentic flavors, art, and interactive experiences.
The program begins at Mencendorf House with a birch product tasting, offering an innovative and unique flavor experience.
Next, participants will visit the historic Riga Circus, where they will not only explore the venue as a potential event space but also enjoy a short juggler’s performance and even try basic juggling skills themselves.
The tour concludes with a symbolic ice key forging activity – an experience representing new adventures and opportunities unlocked in Riga.
A coffee break is included, ensuring a relaxing and unhurried moment for guests to enjoy.

Chain Reaction
This city tour combines entertainment with team-building activities, encouraging collaboration while discovering Riga’s history.
The experience begins at the Riga Circus, where participants will engage in interactive juggling activities and explore the venue as a potential event space.
Following this, guests will take part in a series of tasks that create a “chain reaction,” strengthening teamwork skills and making for a dynamic adventure in the city.
The tour concludes with a Latvian apple cider tasting, where guests will explore the nuances of different ciders while learning about their history and traditions.

Testimonials

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.

Bruges Meeting & Convention Centre (BMCC)

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!

Switzerland Convention & Incentive Bureau (SCIB)

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.

IWRA - International Water Resources Association

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.

Schleswig-Holstein Tourism Board & Convention Bureau

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...

Firenze Fiera Congress & Exhibition Center

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...

EAU - European Association of Urology

High attention from the organizes team to all the details! Business meetings and the whole networking program are always fantastic!

World Association for Medical Law

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!

ISWIM - International Society for Weigh in Motion

This forum was very well organised, we had many possibilities to meet people, to network and to do business. Excellent atmosphere, meetings, and networking!

Lucerne Convention Bureau

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!

EPTDA - The European Power Transmission Distributors Association

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!

Church House Westminster