Rotterdam. Meet the Unexpected

Join our exclusive Meet the Unexpected FAM Trip and discover why international associations and corporate event organisers choose Rotterdam for impactful meetings, conferences and events. ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏

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Looking for fresh inspiration for future events?

In this edition we invite you to:

save the date 2-4 December for the Meet the Unexpected FAM Trip.
explore our state of the art and most unique venue partners
showcase upcoming international conferences taking place in our city and provide inspiration through our Meet the Unexpected story for organisers looking for a destination that combines innovation, accessibility and impact.

Kind regards,

Team Rotterdam Convention Bureau

Save the date 2-4 December: Meet the Unexpected Fam Trip

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State of the art congress venues

For large‑scale congresses, Rotterdam delivers world‑class convention centres built to support ambitious business events. Each combines flexible design, advanced hybrid capabilities and strong sustainability credentials, all within a city that is compact, well‑connected and effortless for delegates to navigate.

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Imagine hosting your event onder the water, or...

Looking for a venue with personality and a story to tell? Step beyond traditional conference venues and discover spaces that combine heritage, innovation and unforgettable experiences. Explore 10 venues that will leave a lasting impression on your delegates.

View our 10 most unique venues

Upcoming congresses in Rotterdam:

16-18 July - Society for the Scientific Study of Reading (SSSR)
6-9 September - European Brewery Convention (EBC)
8-13 September - Rotary European Summit
13-18 September - International Symposium on the Analysis and Detection of Explosives (ISADE)
And more...

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Need more inspiration?

We believe conferences have the power to connect people, share knowledge and create lasting impact. That's why we're passionate about showcasing the energy, innovation and can-do mentality that make Rotterdam unique.

We can help to advise you personally and help you shortlist the ideal spaces for your programme, group size and goals.

Share your wishes in our RFP