Ireland ready to do business in Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV – October 7th – 9th 2025 – Ireland takes centre stage at IMEX America 2025, showcasing its growing appeal as a high-impact business events destination and inviting U.S. meeting professionals to connect with its delegation of premier venues, DMCs, hotels, and destination experts.
At the Meet in Ireland booth E2130, Ireland will highlight new developments for 2026 and share key insights from its ambitious Business Events 2030 strategy — a national plan to grow high-value business tourism by 8% annually through a focus on economic impact, environmental sustainability, and regional development.
With direct U.S. air access, globally recognized hospitality, and a commitment to legacy-focused events, Ireland offers U.S. planners a powerful blend of convenience, innovation, and authentic experiences.
Why U.S. Planners Should Consider Ireland in 2026
Ireland’s offering for 2026 is more dynamic than ever, shaped by the goals of the Business Events 2030 strategy and tailored to meet the expectations of international buyers:
Purposeful Events with Global Alignment
Ireland is actively seeking events that align with business ESG goals and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, ensuring every meeting leaves a positive impact.
Sustainable and Circular Practices
Increased access to carbon-conscious venues, local supply chains, and green certifications is helping organizers host truly sustainable events across the country.
Authentic Regional Experiences
Ireland is promoting a strong regional spread, allowing planners to explore options beyond Dublin — from the innovation scene in Cork to the cultural draw of Galway and the breathtaking Causeway Coast in Northern Ireland.
Strategic Support and Incentives
The Meet in Ireland team, together with Fáilte Ireland and Tourism Ireland, provides tailored support, funding assistance, and on-the-ground expertise to simplify planning for U.S. buyers.
What’s New for 2026
Ireland continues to evolve its business event offering, with significant new developments.
From coast to coast, Ireland’s business events infrastructure continues to evolve, offering U.S. planners more choice, better access, and elevated delegate experiences:
Dublin welcomes a wave of new luxury hotel product, including the recently opened The Leinster Hotel, a modern 55-key property in the heart of Georgian Dublin.
- Belfast is expanding its appeal with the newly opened Hotel Belfast, part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, enhancing high-end options for corporate groups in the city.
- Along the Causeway Coast, new hospitality investments have been accelerated in the wake of The Open at Royal Portrush, with boutique accommodations and upgraded meeting facilities being added in key locations like Portstewart and Bushmills, ideal for incentive groups seeking rugged beauty and world-class golf.
- Aer Lingus announced a new route from Raleigh-Durham, NC to Dublin starting April 2026.
To explore more news and updates, visit: www.meetinireland.com/news
Meet the Irish Delegation at IMEX America
The Meet in Ireland booth will host a robust lineup of Irish industry leaders, including:
- A Touch of Ireland
- Adare Manor
- Anantara The Marker Dublin
- Carton House, a Fairmont Managed Hotel
- Castleknock Hotel – Part of FBD Hotels & Resorts
- Clayton Hotel Burlington Road
- Conrad Dublin
- Visit Cork
- Custom Ireland
- Dublin Convention Bureau
- Event Partners Ireland
- Hastings Hotels Collection: Culloden Estate & Spa, Grand Central Hotel Belfast,
- Europa Hotel Belfast
- Hayfield Family Collection
- Horizons Ireland DMC by TPG
- Hotel Solutions DMC
- Powerscourt Hotel Resort & Spa, The College Green Hotel Dublin, InterContinental Dublin
- Kilkea Castle Hotel & Golf Resort
- Lyrath Estate & Convention Centre
- Moloney & Kelly DMC
- Mount Juliet Estate
- O'Callaghan Collection
- Odyssey International DMC
- Ovation Ireland DMC
- Destination Croke Park
- Slieve Donard Resort & Spa
- Stories Ireland
- The Convention Centre Dublin
- The K Club
- The Shelbourne
- The Westbury
- Clontarf Castle / Crowne Plaza Ireland
- Titanic Belfast
- Trump International Golf Links & Hotel Ireland
- Visit Belfast
- Wallace Travel Group DMC
- Tourism Ireland
- Fáilte Ireland
- Tourism NI
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"Ireland offers American planners a rare combination — exceptional access, authentic Irish experiences with deep cultural ties, and events that deliver real value for businesses and communities," said, Alison Metcalfe, EVP, Tourism Ireland North America. "Our Business Events 2030 strategy ensures that every event is more than a meeting — it’s a legacy."
Visit Meet in Ireland at IMEX America
Dates: [October 7 – 9th 2025]
Location: [E2130], IMEX America, Las Vegas
Website: www.meetinireland.com/news