Date: 5 October 2026

Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Audience: Hosted Media

The Media Briefing Cocktail will set the stage for MKTE 2026, bringing together hosted media ahead of the Expo.

The evening will provide an opportunity to share key highlights and expectations for MKTE 2026 in an informal networking environment.

Date: 6 October 2026

Audience: Exhibitors, buyers, speakers and sponsors

The Welcome Cocktail will mark the opening of the MKTE 2026 experience, bringing together exhibitors, hosted buyers, speakers and sponsors in a relaxed networking environment.

Designed to encourage connections beyond the exhibition floor, the evening will create an opportunity for delegates to meet, exchange ideas and build relationships.

Date: 7 October 2026

Venue: MKTE 2026

The Opening Ceremony will officially open MKTE 2026, bringing together tourism leaders, industry stakeholders, partners and delegates to set the tone for the three-day Expo.

The ceremony will spotlight the importance of innovation, technology and collaboration in shaping the future of tourism, while launching the Tourism Investment guide .

Date: 7 October 2026

Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Audience: Invited VIPs, tourism leaders, partners and key industry stakeholders

The MKTE 2026 VIP Dinner will provide an exclusive setting for senior tourism stakeholders, partners and invited guests to connect, celebrate the industry and strengthen strategic relationships.

Date: 8 October 2026

Time: 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM

Audience: Buyers & Exhibitors

The Speed Networking session is designed to maximise meaningful business connections between hosted buyers and Exhibitors

Through structured, time-efficient meetings, delegates will have the opportunity to introduce their businesses, explore potential collaborations and identify new opportunities across Kenya's tourism value chain.

Date: 6-8 October 2026

Audience: Hosted buyers , Exhibitors, Trade visitors , Sponsors ,Speakers

Thought-leadership sessions bringing together tourism experts, industry leaders and stakeholders to explore emerging trends, share insights and discuss opportunities around digital transformation, artificial intelligence, innovation and sustainable tourism.

Date: 8 October 2026

Audience: MKTE 2026 delegates, partners, exhibitors, buyers and sponsors

The Closing Ceremony will bring MKTE 2026 to a close by reflecting on the conversations, connections and opportunities created throughout the Expo.

It will provide an opportunity to recognise the contribution of partners and participants while celebrating the collective role of the tourism industry in driving innovation, collaboration and sustainable growth.