Event Confederation is deeply concerned about the proposed VAT increase on event tickets from 6% to 12%. Our issue is not only the rate itself. Taxing only certain events, while comparable activities keep a different rate, distorts the market and causes real disruption.

Our ten new board members elected the new president of Event Confederation. Outgoing president Vinciane Morel de Westgaver has officially passed the torch to @GregOlszewski , who has been active in the trade fair and event sector for over 20 years. event-confederation.be/nieuw…

Belgium doesn’t lack taxes. It lacks growth! That is why we are asking the federal government to stop new taxes and excessive regulation, provide tax stability, give entrepreneurs the certainty and room they need to grow 👉 Show your support at iksteunondernemerschap.be/

Get ready for 𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗢 𝟮𝟲! One stage. Two congresses. One ticket. All access 👉 echo26.be

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟭𝟬 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! Yesterday, our members officially approved the appointment our new Board of Directors for the next three years. event-confederation.be/nieuw…

The latest study reveals positive momentum alongside key challenges for Belgium’s event sector. From modest economic growth and tech adoptation, to lower orders and rising costs. But for sustainable long-term growth, resilience and optimism aren't enough. event-confederation.be/nieuw…

The Belgian event sector operates without a single, 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. The result? A chaotic patchwork of regulations. Formal recognition is essential, for a globally respected and economic driving industry. event-confederation.be/nieuw…

A new study reveals a fascinating paradox: 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗴𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆, yet significant regional differences emerge. Does the sector needs to push for digital innovation? event-confederation.be/nieuw…

📅 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲! 𝗘𝗰𝗵𝗼 𝟮𝟲 More details about the programme and ticket sales are coming soon, but for now, make sure to block out 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟵 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 in your diary!

Impressive teamwork by event organisers and suppliers this weekend, prioritising safety during extreme weather! From heatwave measures to tough calls on storm closures, this shows the true professionalism and collaboration of our sector. Proud of our professional event sector! ❤️

While event professionals continue to organise and connect, the challenging economic climate is taking its toll. The April 2026 event sector survey reveals some tough realities. event-confederation.be/nieuw…

𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁! We believe in the power of connection and unity. Our Daily Office team is looking for a driven 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 & 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 who will help our members and clusters grow: event-confederation.be/nieuw…

Belgians are flocking back to events in massive numbers. While the desire to connect and enjoy is stronger than ever, 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴. Today’s visitors demand a clear focus on event safety and well-being. event-confederation.be/nieuw…

The event sector is done being invisible. Our industry has evolved into a high-tech, professional, and economic engine. To ensure a resilient future, we call upon our policymakers to anchor this vital sector in a solid legal framework. event-confederation.be/nieuw…

Brussels Parliament is set to vote on drastic budget cuts, incl. for the promotion of Brussels as a destination. Bringing conferences to Brussels is not a cost. It's an investment that delivers immediate returns. Don't cut off the branch we're sitting on! event-confederation.be/nieuw…

According to Belgian law, the event sector doesn’t exist. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁? Chaotic regulations. We need a dedicated Joint Committee, specific NACE-BEL codes and a formal Decree. 𝗪𝗵𝘆? Legal certainty, uniform regulations, increased professionalism, stronger economic impact!

𝗜𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿'𝘀 𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿? During a meeting with Joke Schauvliege, we addressed the market-distorted challenge of free local equipment lending services to events. There is a better way!

Despite a turbulent 2025, our Belgian event professionals have kept their eyes firmly on the horizon. New research (Jan. 2026) confirms the incredible resilience of the event sector. event-confederation.be/nieuw…

𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹’𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗴𝗶𝘂𝗺! Having both our Dutch and French-speaking schools on the same schedule is vital for our organisers to plan large-scale events, and also for the well-being of our employees. event-confederation.be/nieuw…

𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹! Our Belgian event sector is world-class. It’s no surprise that more of our companies are setting their sights on international horizons. Mark your calendars for these upcoming economic missions. event-confederation.be/nieuw…