It’s no surprise that Melbourne and its events sector have been quieter than usual for the last year. Thankfully the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre is ramping up its schedule for May, so keep an eye out for any events that would be of interest.
As with most MCEC events, get ready to score some freebies, including custom printed lanyards, goodie bags and more. Here is a brief overview of what they have in store for us in May.
Fire Australia 2022 Conference and Tradeshow
The Fire Australia Conference and Tradeshow is a three-day conference. The conference is tailored for fire protection professionals looking to level up their knowledge of the industry. This conference brings together leading presenters from Australia and overseas, offering cutting edge content and inspiring solutions to the industry’s challenges. Considering Australia’s recent bushfires sweeping the nation, this conference is much-needed now more than ever.
When
Tuesday 3rd May 2022 – 5th May 2022
8:30am-5:30pm
Where
Convention Centre
1 Convention Centre Place,
South Wharf, Melbourne, Victoria,
Australia 3006
More Info
+61 3 8892 3144
The Customer Show 2022
The Customer Show is a two-day exhibition tailored toward business leaders and marketing professionals looking to learn new skills and tackle the new frontier of Customer Experience. It is quickly becoming the most significant and number-one conference for those in the industry, with over 1000+ of Australia’s brightest minds in CX attending. There will be over 170+ CX experts speaking across three meetings and five free-to-attend expo theatres. The Customer Show will be covering CX, Customer Service, Marketing, Digital, UX, Loyalty, Employee X, E-Commerce and Payments through over 60 free-to-attend sessions.
When
4th May 2022 – 5th May 2022
9:30am – 3:00pm
Where
Exhibition Centre
2 Clarendon Street,
South Wharf, Melbourne Victoria
Australia 3006
More Info
https://www.iqpcaustralia.com/events-customershow/
In The Dark Presents: Todrick Hall
For a change of pace, on Sunday 8th May 2022 the MCEC will be hosting Todrick Hall, who will be performing some of the freshest hits from his new album ‘Femuline’ for Australian audiences. Todrick Hall is a multi-talented singer, rapper, actor, director, choreographer and social media personality who rose to prominence after his debut on American Idol. Hall has also been featured on RuPaul’s Drag Race as a resident choreographer and singer-songwriter releasing four studio albums. A spectacle not to be missed.
When
Sunday 08 May 2022
08:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Where
Plenary Convention Centre
1 Convention Centre Place,
South Wharf, Melbourne Victoria,
Australia 3006.
More Info
https://itdevents.com/tours/todrick/
Tickets
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/todrick-hall-haus-party-tour-melbourne-tickets-69160335425
30th National Conference on Incontinence 2022 (NCOI 2022)
A somewhat unique addition to this list for May, we have the 30th National Conference on Incontinence 2022, this is geared towards healthcare professionals working in bladder, bowel and pelvic health. The multidisciplinary meeting will be held for three days from 11-14th of May 2022 at the MCEC. This conference will provide a forum for nurses, physiotherapists, doctors, pharmacists, medical specialists, researchers and other allied health professionals to learn about cutting edge research and evidence-based best practices from international and Australian experts in the field. The program will include the first full day of workshops followed by two and a half days of plenary and abstract presentations, as well as a range of networking opportunities.
When
Wednesday 11 May 2022
09:00 AM – 04:30 PM
Thursday 12 May 2022
08:30 AM – 07:30 PM
Friday 13 May 2022
09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Saturday 14 May 2022
09:00 AM – 03:30 PM
Where
Convention Centre
1 Convention Centre Place,
South Wharf, Melbourne Victoria,
Australia 3006.
More Info
https://mcec.com.au/visit/whats-on/2022/05/ncoi
P: +61 3 8692 8400
Tickets
https://www.continence.org.au/NCOI
AUSPACK 2022
AUSPACK brings together all industry professionals associated with the processing and packing industry. This unique show would be of interest to anyone involved in the industries of manufacturing, commerce, and logistics for a one-stop shop, unveiling the latest technologies in the space. The event will host over 7,000 industry professionals and will offer educational workshops, a conference program, APPMA Awards of Excellence and an International showcase of innovation and technology.
When
17 – 20 May 2022
Where
Exhibition Centre
2 Clarendon Street,
South Wharf, Melbourne Victoria,
Australia 3006
More Info
Tickets (Free)
https://tickets.lup.com.au/AUSPACK2022?cat=CAT-REGISTRATION
Speech Pathology Australia National Conference 2022
Another healthcare-focused conference, the 2022 Speech Pathology Australia National Conference is a massive event spanning four days and featuring some of the brightest minds and innovations in the field of Speech Pathology. For Speech Pathology professionals and healthcare professionals alike, this conference will provide the most up to date clinical research and best practices for 2022 and beyond.
When
Sunday 22 May 2022 to 25 May 2022
07:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Where
Convention Centre
1 Convention Centre Place,
South Wharf, Melbourne Victoria,
Australia 3006
More Info
https://www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au/
03 9642 4899
The Workplace Health & Safety Show (WHSS) 2022
One of the few events at the MCEC that can relate to almost all industries in Australia is The Workplace Health & Safety Show 2022. This two-day show is running for two days from the 25-26th of May and will showcase the top industry leaders and pioneering innovators of the space, sharing the latest news and research, technology and products shaking up the world of health and safety. The event gives you the opportunity to hear from industry leaders in a personal and interactive environment. You’ll hear about a range of topics such as health, wellbeing, innovation, technology advancements, new safety products, injury prevention and height safety. Being a free event, there is no excuse not to attend, so get some valuable information that could keep you safer and healthier in your workplace.
When
Wednesday 25 May: 10am – 5pm
Thursday 26 May: 10am – 4pm
Where
Exhibition Centre
2 Clarendon Street,
South Wharf, Melbourne Victoria,
Australia 3006
More Info
(03) 9596 9205
Tickets (Free)
https://iecgroup.eventsair.com/whs-2022-melbourne/registrationmelbourne2022/Site/Register
Summing Up May
As you can see May is choc-full of events at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, giving us a variety of exhibitions ranging from Healthcare, Marketing, Safety and even Musical Concerts. You’re bound to find something up your alley in the month of May so make sure you mark some dates off your calendar to join, most of which are free to attend. So get out to the MCEC this May! You’ll be glad you did.
