THE 2026 PLANNER OUTLOOK WITH NORTHSTAR AND CVENT

Face-to-face events are back with purpose. 57% of planners are running hybrid or virtual events and demand for in-person experiences is stronger than ever. For hotels and venues across Europe, 2026 presents a real and growing opportunity for those who understand how planners are buying, sourcing, and prioritising right now.

Join Cvent and Northstar Meetings Group for an exclusive webinar unpacking the latest PULSE Survey Report and what it means for hospitality sales teams ready to win more group business across Europe.

 What you'll take away:

 · Understand how planner sentiment is driving demand across Europe

· Discover how shorter booking windows and shortened planning cycles are creating new paths to conversion

· Learn practical strategies to maintain event quality and ROI as costs rise and attendee growth moderates

· See how hotels and venues can move from being vendors to strategic partners to win more business

· Use real planner insight to position your property more competitively in a high-demand market 

The planners have spoken. Now it's your turn to act on it.