HOST CITY is the annual conference and exhibition for leaders in event hosting.
This is where city representatives, destination marketers, event owners and suppliers from all over the world meet to network and learn from each other.
Harvey Goldsmith at Host City 2025: The Enduring Inspiration of Major Events
In this keynote interview from Host City 2025, Harvey Goldsmith CBE, the visionary promoter behind Live Aid, reflects on The Enduring Inspiration of Major Events. In conversation with Rhona McLeod, Harvey shares behind-the-scenes stories from Live Aid, explores how major events are conceived and delivered against the odds, and discusses why great events continue to inspire societies long after the lights go down.
17 Dec 2025
Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025
In this interview from Host City 2025, Sarah Massey, Managing Director of the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, joins Sarah Lewis OBE OLY to reflect on a landmark tournament that redefined what women’s sport can achieve. From record-breaking attendances and global broadcast reach to inclusive fan experiences, bold leadership and lasting social impact, Sarah shares the vision, decisions and values behind delivering a truly generational moment for women’s rugby - and the lessons it offers for major events worldwide.
17 Dec 2025
Empowering Host Cities and Event Organisers Through Exceptional Visitor Experience
This panel, Empowering Host Cities and Event Organisers Through Exceptional Visitor Experience, explores how cities and organisers can design seamless, inclusive and memorable journeys for attendees. Helen Helliwell (Invictus Games Birmingham 2027), John David (SportsETA) and Dr. Igor Lanzoni (JJIF and multiple international federations) join moderator Chris Thompson (You.Smart.Thing) to discuss visitor-centric planning, mobility and accessibility, technology-enabled experiences and how great visitor experience can drive reputation, repeat visitation and long-term legacy for host cities.
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