Thessaloniki Convention Bureau

Thessaloniki Convention Bureau Thessaloniki Convention Bureau is a non-profit organisation whose mission is to establish Thessaloniki as a world-class meeting and convention destination

An unforgettable moment for Central Macedonia ✨On May 28th in Málaga,  ,  , and the Region of Central Macedonia were pro...
02/06/2026

An unforgettable moment for Central Macedonia ✨

On May 28th in Málaga, , , and the Region of Central Macedonia were proudly presented to the Spanish tourism market as dynamic destinations for leisure travel and international events.

For the second year in a row, the Visit Central Macedonia organized this important initiative, with the active participation and support of Thessaloniki Convention Bureau and Visit Halkidiki, highlighting its rich history, vibrant culture, authentic hospitality, gastronomy, breathtaking landscapes, and modern travel experiences — showcasing why Central Macedonia continues to attract visitors from around the world.

🎶 We are very excited to announce that IAML 2026 is officially just around the corner!Following a successful bid led by ...
27/05/2026

🎶 We are very excited to announce that IAML 2026 is officially just around the corner!

Following a successful bid led by the Thessaloniki Convention Bureau, in collaboration with the Library of the School of Music Studies of the Αριστοτέλειο Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλονίκης, the city will host the International Association of Music Libraries, Archives and Documentation Centres (IAML) Conference from 28 June to 3 July 2026, with SYMVOLI | Conference & Cultural Management serving as the Professional Congress Organizer (PCO).

More than 300 music librarians, archivists, musicologists, and researchers from around the world are expected to join Thessaloniki for a week dedicated to music, academic presentations, workshops, networking, and cultural exchange.

👏Congratulations to Aris Bazmadelis for his outstanding contribution and dedication in bringing the International Association of Music Libraries, Archives and Documentation Centres (IAML) Conference to Thessaloniki.

Once again, the members of the Thessaloniki Convention Bureau play a key role in bringing this important conference to life:

👉 SYMVOLI | Conference & Cultural Management
👉 Μέγαρο Μουσικής Θεσσαλονίκης / Thessaloniki Concert Hall
👉 Plaisir Catering
👉 Electra Palace Hotel - Thessaloniki, Makedonia Palace Hotel Thessaloniki, ONOMA Hotel, City Hotel Thessaloniki, Anatolia Hospitality, Park Hotel
👉Ciel Bar

✨   What an inspiring week at IMEX Frankfurt 2026! ✨IMEX once again offered us the greatest value of our industry: meani...
25/05/2026

✨ What an inspiring week at IMEX Frankfurt 2026! ✨

IMEX once again offered us the greatest value of our industry: meaningful connections, inspiring discussions, and promising opportunities for the future.
We were delighted to participate alongside the Visit Central Macedonia, highlighting and promoting our beloved destination to the international meetings industry.

During IMEX, we had the opportunity to:

👉 attend the ICCA Mediterranean Chapter Meeting, reconnecting with esteemed partners and friends from across the region
👉 participate in the 4th Forum of National Convention Bureaux of Europe, representing Greece and Greek Meetings Alliance
👉 hold a series of productive B2B meetings with international partners and potential clients
👉 participate in group presentations and destination showcases organized by Visit Greece
👉 take part in the ICCA Networking Reception
👉 co-host, for the 4th consecutive year, the Mix Business & Flavour – Greek Cocktail Event at the Greek Pavilion at IMEX Frankfurt, welcoming numerous professionals and colleagues from all around the world

See you next year!

May is a vibrant month with conference season in full swing in Thessaloniki ✨— and this year, we are especially excited ...
19/05/2026

May is a vibrant month with conference season in full swing in Thessaloniki ✨— and this year, we are especially excited to welcome the 30th Annual International Conference on Research in Computational Molecular Biology (RECOMB 2026).

From May 26–29, more than 500 delegates from around the world will gather in Thessaloniki for four days of innovation, collaboration, and groundbreaking discussions in computational biology and bioinformatics.

Held jointly with H.bioinfo’17, and hosted by Αριστοτέλειο Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλονίκης, the events will take place at the Μέγαρο Μουσικής Θεσσαλονίκης / Thessaloniki Concert Hall, bringing together leading scientists, researchers, and experts from across the international life sciences community.

👏Kudos to Μέγαρο Μουσικής Θεσσαλονίκης / Thessaloniki Concert Hall - the host venue and Thessaloniki Convention Bureau Member!

Photo Credits: ΦωτοΓραφείον

We are thrilled to welcome Anthology Villas in Sani as the newest member of the Thessaloniki Convention Bureau family 🎉L...
12/05/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Anthology Villas in Sani as the newest member of the Thessaloniki Convention Bureau family 🎉

Located in the beautiful Sani peninsula of Halkidiki, Anthology Villas in Sani offers a refined hospitality experience that blends contemporary elegance with authentic Greek charm. The complex features five unique villas — Asteri, Anemone, Azalea, Artemisia, and Amelia — designed for luxurious and memorable stays.

🍸Mix Business & FlavourJoin the Visit Greece and the Greek Meetings Alliance for a lively cocktail hour celebrating Gree...
11/05/2026

🍸Mix Business & Flavour

Join the Visit Greece and the Greek Meetings Alliance for a lively cocktail hour celebrating Greek spirits at IMEX Frankfurt.

Connect with industry peers and raise a glass of handcrafted cocktails to new opportunities!

📍Hall 8 – Booth D300
📆Wednesday, 20 May 2026
⌚17:00

Greek National Tourism Organization | This is Athens-Convention & Visitors Bureau | Thessaloniki Convention Bureau | Hellenic Association of Professional Congress Organizers-HAPCO

08/05/2026

🌍 Ready to connect at IMEX Frankfurt 2026?

From May 19–21, the global meetings, events and incentive travel industry gathers in Frankfurt and the Thessaloniki Convention Bureau team will be there in cooperation with Visit Central Macedonia.

📍 You will find us at:
Hall 8 | Stand D300

Join us!

Thessaloniki Convention Bureau was proud to be part of the 15th Annual Meeting of HAPCO & DES in Athens — a key meeting ...
06/05/2026

Thessaloniki Convention Bureau was proud to be part of the 15th Annual Meeting of HAPCO & DES in Athens — a key meeting point for the conferences and events industry.

Our Managing Director, Dimitris Gnts, actively participated in the panel discussion “Synching Voices | Shaping Perceptions”| Aligning Destination Narratives with Stakeholder Expectations”, contributing to meaningful dialogue around the future of destination positioning and stakeholder alignment.

The panel also featured Paola Padovani (Business Development Director of BU Congress & Association Management), Evgenios Vassilicos (President of the Athens–Attica & Argosaronic Hoteliers Association), Vangelis Marinakis (President of Development Athens), Nikos Diamantopoulos (General Manager of Marketing Greece), and Alexia Panagiotopoulou (Sustainable Tourism Development & Destination Management Consultant).

The panel was moderated by Sissi Lygnou, President of IAPCO, President & CEO of AFEA Congress, and Board Member of Hellenic Association of Professional Congress Organizers-HAPCO.

The President of Thessaloniki Convention Bureau and Marketing Director of the Μέγαρο Μουσικής Θεσσαλονίκης / Thessaloniki Concert Hall, Prodromos Monastiridis, participated in the panel ‘Exhibition & Conference Venues 2030 | Transforming Exhibition and Conference Spaces Into Immersive Experiences’, contributing to the discussion on the future of exhibitions and conferences and the evolution of venues into fully immersive environments.”

The panel also included Zenia Kerasidou –Director of Sales & Confernece Services of Megaron Athens Concert Hall, Alexios Lagoudakis- Managing Director of ROTA Exhibitions, Andreas Mavrommatis - CEO Δ.Ε.Θ Διεθνης Εκθεση Θεσσαλονικης , and Athanasios Panagoulias - Chairman / CEO Εκθέσεις Εκδόσεις FORUM SA

The panel was moderated by Matina Harkoftaki-Journalist, Kathimerini

With the central message “SYNC • SHIFT • SHAPE”, the event highlighted the evolving landscape of the industry, focusing on collaboration, innovation, and sustainable growth.

✨ The Connect Tourism & Travel Event | Thessaloniki has successfully wrapped up for the 6th consecutive year!The event t...
29/04/2026

✨ The Connect Tourism & Travel Event | Thessaloniki has successfully wrapped up for the 6th consecutive year!

The event took place from April 26 to 28, 2026 and welcomed over 65 tourism professionals from 13 countries and Greece, holding over 500 pre-scheduled business meetings, reaffirming Thessaloniki as a leading destination for international tourism partnerships.

Organized by the Thessaloniki Convention Bureau in collaboration with the Visit Central Macedonia and the kind support of the Greek National Tourism Organization, the event serves as a dynamic platform for networking, collaboration, and global outreach.

Through curated experiences, city tours and fam trips across the region, participants had the opportunity to explore the authentic character, culture and gastronomy of the destination.

A heartfelt thank you to Visit Halkidiki and Olympus Riviera Greece and to all of our sponsors and members of TCB for their significant contribution to the success of this year’s event:

🙏 Aegean Airlines, Makedonia Palace Hotel Thessaloniki , Grand Hotel Palace - Thessaloniki, Porto Palace Hotel Thessaloniki, The Met Hotel - Thessaloniki, The Excelsior Thessaloniki, On Residence, MonAsty, Thessaloniki, Autograph Collection, Electra Palace Thessaloniki.

Together, we continue to shape a stronger, more innovative future for tourism.

📷 ΦωτοΓραφείον

✨ A truly outstanding experience!This is Athens Agora, held on April 19–21 and organized by the This is Athens-Conventio...
24/04/2026

✨ A truly outstanding experience!

This is Athens Agora, held on April 19–21 and organized by the This is Athens-Convention & Visitors Bureau, once again showcased Greece’s strong position as a leading destination for leisure travel, city breaks, and international meetings and events.

The Thessaloniki Convention Bureau was proud to be part of this vibrant and impactful event, which brought together an impressive number of hosted buyers from across the globe.

Kudos to the organizers for delivering such a seamless, high-quality event—truly an unforgettable experience!

Address

154 Egnatias Str (HELEXPO) Pavilion 15
Thessaloníki
54636

Opening Hours

Monday 10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 18:00
Thursday 10:00 - 18:00
Friday 10:00 - 18:00

Telephone

+302313053355

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