Italy at Hand – The Event is more than a B2B event. It’s an immersive experience that lets you experience Italy as a MICE destination.
Meet the top Italian suppliers. Connect with high quality international buyers.
next Stop: palermo 10-13 november 2026
We believe in the power of authentic connections to drive meaningful business relationships.
Why attend?
Italy is one of the most sought-after destinations in the world for events.
Discover the true meaning of quality in B2B networking.
Experience firsthand what it means to organize an event in Italy.
Take part in exclusive networking moments—business, relationships, and inspiration.
Is the only event that blends commercial effectiveness with Italian creativity.
Every meeting is designed to build genuine, lasting relationships.
Every experience reveals the extraordinary potential of Italy for your next event.
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Ready for the event 2026?
After the magic of Venice, we turn our gaze south.
The 8th edition of Italy at Hand The Event is coming to Palermo, from 10 to 13 November 2026 — where the Mediterranean light meets centuries of history, and the warmth of Sicily welcomes the world.
Bringing together the best of the MICE industry, the event will offer tailored business meetings, immersive cultural experiences, and exclusive networking opportunities. Four days where buyers and Italian suppliers come together to explore, discover, and inspire one another — against the backdrop of one of the most captivating cities in the Mediterranean.
Palermo is not just a destination — it is a statement. A celebration of beauty, flavor, and the extraordinary richness of Italy’s South.
Get ready for an unforgettable edition.
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Veneto, in the land of venice
A network dedicated to the meetings & events segment that brings together the integrated offer of seven Convention Bureaux, able to represent the entire Veneto Regional territory and offering optimal solutions for the MICE sector.
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Jw marriot venice
Set on the private Isola delle Rose, JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa offers an exceptional setting for meetings, incentives, conferences, and social gatherings.
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HILTON MOLINO STUCKY,VENICE
Make your event a memorable one at a hotel unlike any other, awarded as World’s Leading City Conference Hotel 2023 and 2024 by the prestigious World Travel Awards.
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Arsenale
The Venice Arsenale, in the heart of the old Venice naval industry, today is a completely renovated location which reveals the grandness of the old Venice shipyard. Covered pavilions, each sized approximately 1,000 sqm, are perfectly suited to host private and corporate events
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PALAZZO DEL CASINò
Venice Convention is the conference centre located on the Lido in the prestigious area recognized worldwide as the setting for the annual “Venice International Film Festival”.
An exclusive location, the Palazzo del Cinema and the Casino are capable of hosting over 3,000 people.
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Frecciarossa
Trenitalia’s flagship trains offering maximum comfort, high-speed travel, and exceptional services for passengers across Italy.
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AIM Group International
A global, dynamic, and multi-service company delivering innovative solutions for events, congresses, and communications.
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GETPICA
Unleash the power of photos for your event business audience
The AI platform that delivers their photos to each participant in real-time!
Discover all the solutions to make your events unforgettable and increase revenues.
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endar
ENDAR leverages the most innovative technologies and offers strategic and technical support for the planning and execution of every type of event.
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Terrazza Aperol
In the heart of Venice, Terrazza Aperol embodies the values that have made Aperol a global icon: conviviality, lightness, and an authentically Italian spirit.
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BUCINTORO VIAGGI
A leading company in the trade fair construction sector in Piedmont, delivering successful projects nationally and internationally.
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Vicenza convention centre
Vicenza is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The Vicenza Convention Centre is the perfect venue for those who choose this city to host an event: a modern location within the Vicenza Expo Centre, situated in the heart of one of Italy’s most active production areas, the third province in terms of export value.
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Design4rent
Design4rent is a premium event company specialized in location research, event design, design furniture rental, architectural lighting rental, walls and trade fair stands, dinner design, plant hire and decoration.
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HOTEL GABRIELLI VENEZIA - STARHOTELS COLLECTION
Overlooking the picturesque Riva degli Schiavoni, just a short walk from Piazza San Marco, the Biennale Gardens, and the Arsenale, Hotel Gabrielli is a jewel of exclusivity and charm in the heart of Venice.
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NH COLLECTION VENEZIA GRAND HOTEL PALAZZO DEI DOGI
NH Collection Grand Hotel Palazzo dei Dogi is a luxurious five-star hotel that offers an authentic Venetian retreat, immersing guests in the timeless charm and grandeur of La Serenissima.
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Hyatt Centric Murano Venice
Nestled in Murano’s unique atmosphere, Hyatt Centric Murano Venice is set in a historic glass factory. The hotel blends tradition and modernity, offering a refined setting for corporate events, meetings, and incentive trips.
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Hotel Indigo Venice – Sant’Elena
A former 1930s Venetian convent transformed into a boutique hotel: Hotel Indigo Venice – Sant’Elena welcomes its guests into a unique and contemporary setting, surrounded by the greenery of the Rimembranze Park.
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