DATES FOR THE 2026 DIARY
As we head into the holiday season, The Drop will be taking a break for a few weeks, but we thought you might want to make note of some of the major industry events coming up in 2026. Here’s a list, and links with all the latest information.
To The Drop sponsors and readers thank you for all of the support that you’ve given us throughout this past year.
All the staff here at The Drop would like to wish you and your families a very Happy Christmas.
The Drop will restart on 28 January 2026, but we will still be open to receive any news stories so don’t forget to direct any information to
JANUARY
ICE BARCELONA
19-21 January 2025
Location: Fira Barcelona Gran Via
Information and registration >>> ICE Barcelona – January 19 – 21, 2026
FEBRUARY
RAVING NEXT: CASINO STRATEGY & OPERATIONS SUMMIT
Raving NEXT: Casino Strategy & Operations Summit is now a free and virtual event – designed for tribal, commercial and international casinos. Suppliers can attend at low cost or very limited digital booths.
February 3-4, 2026 – A fully Virtual Experience
Information and Agenda >>> https://ravingnext.com/
MARCH
2026 AUSTRALASIAN HOSPITALITY & GAMING EXPO – AHG Expo
The AHG Expo, presented by TAB, MAX & SKY, is known for being one of the biggest hospitality and gaming gatherings in Australia, and will showcase the very latest products and services from a wide range of exhibitors with numerous opportunities for networking and learning from the very best minds in the industry.
25-26 March: MAX AHG Expo 2026. Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
The AHG Expo is more than just an expo. It offers visitors and exhibitors days full of inspiration, information, events, networking opportunities and so much more, ensuring this is a must-do event on the industry calendar.
Registrations now open.
Click here >>> Australasian Hospitality & Gaming Expo – AHG Expo
MAY
2026 CMAA COUNTRY CLUB MANAGERS CONFERENCE
5-7 May: Ballina RSL
Information>>> CMAA – Events
JULY
CMAA NATIONAL MANAGERS CONFERENCE
14-16 July: Club York
Information>>> CMAA – Events
RAVING- COMBINED SPECIALIST CONFERENCES IN USA
Co-located specialist conferences presented by Raving, leading specialists in the USA Tribal gaming and casino industry. Includes the Casino Marketing & Technology Conference dedicated to casino marketing, technology and analytics and the Host and Player Development Conference dedicated to host sales skills and player development.
CASINO MARKETING & TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE
July 14-15, 2026: Pechanga Resort Casino, Temecula, CA
HOST PLAYER DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE
July 15-16, 2026: Pechanga Resort Casino, Temecula, CA
Information and registration now open >>> CMTC – Casino Marketing and Technology Conference
AUGUST
AUSTRALASIAN GAMING EXPO 2026 – AGE
The Australasian Gaming Expo (AGE) is the place to see new products and services, network, attend thought-provoking seminars, seek business partners and generate sales. The AGE is where gaming, technology, and hospitality meet.
11-13 August: ICC Sydney
Information >>> Home – Australasian Gaming Expo
