Tourism Summit Aotearoa 2026
The industry's must-attend thought leadership event
Wed 4 November 2026 | Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
For more than a decade, Tourism Summit Aotearoa has brought together the leaders, innovators and decision-makers shaping the future of tourism in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Delivered by Tourism Industry Aotearoa for the industry, the Summit is New Zealand tourism's premier leadership event, attracting more than 300 industry leaders each year. Featuring leading local and international voices, the conference explores the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping our sector, providing delegates with the insights, ideas and connections needed to help build a stronger future for New Zealand tourism.
Tourism Inc: Distinctive by Design
The 2026 Summit explores what it means to be distinctive by design, both for individual businesses and for New Zealand tourism as a collective. This year’s theme, Tourism Inc: Distinctive by Design, examines how purposeful decisions can create competitive advantage, drive innovation, strengthen global competitiveness and shape experiences that could only come from Aotearoa New Zealand.
Across a full day of inspiring keynotes, panel discussions and industry insights, delegates will hear from leading local and international speakers, explore emerging global trends and gain practical ideas that can be applied within their own organisations and destinations. The programme is designed to challenge thinking, spark new conversations and leave attendees with fresh perspectives on the future of tourism.
The Summit will be followed by the prestigious New Zealand Tourism Awards, celebrating excellence and achievement across the tourism industry.
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