In 2025, Poland is making headlines as a destination where history, innovation, and culture converge. The nation is celebrating the 1,000th anniversary of its first king’s coronation with grand cultural programs, while at the same time unveiling cutting-edge venues like Highline Warsaw atop the European Union’s tallest skyscraper.
Add to this a thriving culinary scene, landmark global forums, and a growing commitment to sustainability, and Poland is proving itself to be not just part of the global meetings and events conversation -but a country defining its future.
1000 Years of Expertise – From the First Royal Coronation to Events in the Heart of Europe
In 2025, Poland is celebrating a historic milestone: the 1,000th anniversary of the coronation of its first king, Bolesław I the Brave. This momentous event has been marked by nationwide cultural programs and thematic exhibitions that blend heritage with modern production values. These celebrations underscore Poland’s ability to connect deep historical roots with contemporary storytelling, creating unforgettable experiences for international meetings.
What’s new in Poland that will be interesting to meeting planners?
Poland continues to gain momentum with transformative venue openings and landmark events.
In Warsaw, the debut of Highline Warsaw atop the iconic Varso Tower, the tallest skyscraper in the European Union, introduced a striking new venue for elevated business events. Operated by Magnicity, a global company behind Chicago’s famed 360 Observation Deck, Highline Warsaw offers panoramic event spaces with unmatched views from 310 meters above the city skyline.
The 10th edition of Impact’25 in Poznań reaffirmed its position as one of Europe’s leading innovation forums, attracting global thought leaders, including former U.S. President Barack Obama, following Michelle Obama’s appearance last year, alongside renowned figures such as Timothy Snyder and John Kerry.
The newly expanded Poznań Event Hub welcomed thousands of attendees, showcasing its world-class capacity for large-scale, content-driven events.
Adding to this dynamic landscape, Poland’s latest hotel openings — including
- Puro Hotel Warsaw Stare Miasto
- Mercure Szczyrk Resort (the longest hotel in Europe)
- Mövenpick Grand Hotel Wrocław
- Arche Nałęczów
- Hotel Indigo Kraków Wawel Castle
— blend contemporary design, versatile meeting facilities and authentic regional character.
Complementing these developments, Poland’s culinary scene continues to rise on the global stage. With Wrocław newly added to the Michelin Guide this year, Poland now boasts over 100 restaurants recognized by Michelin, offering planners even more reasons to pair world-class meetings with exceptional gastronomy.
Wrocław Debuts in MICHELIN Guide as Poland Hits 108 Restaurants in Selection
What sets Poland apart as a meeting and event destination?
Poland is increasingly gaining recognition for its commitment to sustainability and innovative event practices. This year, Wrocław and Szczecin joined the Global Destination Sustainability Index, alongside Kraków and Gdańsk, underscoring a nationwide effort to align with international ESG standards.
Looking ahead, Poland is set to host major scientific events, most notably the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2027 in Poznań, which is expected to draw nearly 10,000 delegates.
Before IAC 2027, the country will welcome aviation and aerospace leaders for Aviation Connect, taking place at the Lubelskie Conference Center (Lublin) in February 2026.
How do you showcase Poland’s value to Canadian and U.S. clients – whether through its history, modern infrastructure or authentic local experiences – to inspire them to bring their events here?
This year marks Poland`s 13th participation at IMEX America and the third time at MPI Best of Europe.
On this occasion, we are excited to host a special session with Tomek Sobania, Poland’s own “Forrest Gump” and an inspiring long-distance runner. Together, we’ll discover why Poland is truly More than you expected — a country of history, resilience and unforgettable experiences.
Tomek will share his remarkable story and reveal what connects him to America through his ambitious 2026 project. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation that bridges cultures, passions and people – add events with Tomek to your IMEX calendar.
Poland Brings Inspiration and Industry Leaders to IMEX America 2025
