More than a conference, ADCCE 2026 is where Africa unveils Events in the Wild. This is the continent’s premier gathering for the celebrations and experience economy a space where creativity, culture, and commerce collide. Join us to build meaningful connections with the most influential voices in the industry: world-class wedding planners, luxury decorators, hospitality leaders, regulators, safari lodges, influencers, tour operators, and destination specialists. At ADCCE, partnerships are born, ideas are exchanged, and Africa’s future as the Celebration Capital of the World comes alive.

Africa Unveils
Events In The Wild

12th - 13th

October, 2026

SPEKE RESORT CONVENTION CENTRE

Munyonyo, Uganda, East Africa

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ADCCE 2026 was born as a pilgrimage for the creatively
restless. A global initiation to reclaim Africa as the world’s most inspiring celebration destination. It is a Convening of visionaries answering an artistic necessity.

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October 12th - 13th 2026

Follow The Schedule

10:00 AM #Speke Resort

Registration

Remember to receive your event passes and credentials at the registration area of ADCCE 2026.

Remember to receive your event passes and credentials at the registration area of ADCCE 2026.

10:30 AM #Speke Resort

Official Opening of Exhibition

Join the board in a traditional dance procession to open the ADCCE exhibition.

Join the board in a traditional dance procession to open the ADCCE exhibition.

10:30 - 13:00 PM #Speke Resort

B2B Meetings

Meet up with various Industry Professionals.

Meet up with various Industry Professionals.

13:00 - 14:00 PM #Speke Resort

Lunch

Have Lunch at Sunset Restaurant with an iconic view of Lake Victoria.

Have Lunch at Sunset Restaurant with an iconic view of Lake Victoria.

14:00 -17:00 PM #Speke Resort

Individual Tour of Exhibitors

Take some time to explore what different exhibitors have to offer.

Take some time to explore what different exhibitors have to offer.

19:30 PM #Speke Resort

Sound of Africa Dinner

Be comfortable in your casual white smart wear and join us at the lakeside with an iconic view

Be comfortable in your casual white smart wear and join us at the lakeside with an iconic view of Lake Victoria, the 2nd largest freshwater body in Africa.

09:00 -10:00 AM #Speke Resort

Opening of the Conference

Join Multiple Industry Professionals as the Africa Destination Celebrations Conference is opened officially.

Join Multiple Industry Professionals as the Africa Destination Celebrations Conference is opened officially.

10:00 -11:00 AM #Speke Resort

Keynote Speech

Join Terrica Skaggs a pro wedding planning coach to explore “Building Africa’s celebrations echo system. From inspiration to

Join Terrica Skaggs a pro wedding planning coach to explore “Building Africa’s celebrations echo system. From inspiration to global recognition”

11:00 -12:00 PM #Speke Resort

Panel Discussion

Join us to discuss topic- Design Luxury in the wild-turn nature into a five-start guest experience.

Join us to discuss topic- Design Luxury in the wild-turn nature into a five-start guest experience.

13:00 - 14:00 PM #Speke Resort

Lunch

Join colleagues for a sumptuous lunch break.

Join colleagues for a sumptuous lunch break.

14:00 - 15:00 PM #Speke Resort

Panel Discussion

Join us to discuss topic- Beyond Check-In: Building Event-Ready Hospitality workforce for Africa’s New Celebration Economy.

Join us to discuss topic- Beyond Check-In: Building Event-Ready Hospitality workforce for Africa’s New Celebration Economy.

17:00 - 18:00 PM #Speke Resort

Masterclass

Join Terrica Skaggs, a pro wedding planning coach to empower entrepreneurs- the future of Africa’s celebration economy.

Join Terrica Skaggs, a pro wedding planning coach to empower entrepreneurs- the future of Africa’s celebration economy.

19:30 PM #Speke Resort

Black-Tie VIP Networking Dinner

The Closing Black-Tie VIP Networking Dinner is the grand finale of ADCCE 2026 — an exclusive, invitation-only soirée

The Closing Black-Tie VIP Networking Dinner is the grand finale of ADCCE 2026 — an exclusive, invitation-only soirée where luxury meets diplomacy, creativity meets commerce, and Africa’s brightest minds gather under one roof.

Full Time #Bwindi, Murchison Falls, Jinja or Queen Elizabeth National Park

FAM Trip

After the expo, invited delegates embark on curated Familiarization (FAM) Trips across Uganda’s most breathtaking destinations

After the expo, invited delegates embark on curated Familiarization (FAM) Trips across Uganda’s most breathtaking destinations

We Are Now Only

Moments Away From Something Extraordinary

Event Speakers

Meet Our Speakers

Jackline Nanteza

Jackline Nanteza

President / Founder ADCCE

Laura Kemigisha

Laura Kemigisha

Vice President & Founder ADCCE

Peter Kagwa

Peter Kagwa

CEO Events Warehouse

Lorraine Simpson

Lorraine Simpson

Nia Africa Consulting

Lucy Bunyenyezi Mulira

Lucy Bunyenyezi Mulira

Host ADCCExpo 2026

Kevin Mariki Ngao

Kevin Mariki Ngao

Kevins Events

Terrica Skaggs

Terrica Skaggs

Award-Winning Wedding Planner

Rahul Soman

Rahul Soman

Photography & Cinematography

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Explore Pricing Policies

Silver

$1,200

  • Airport Transfers
  • Access to Exhibition Pods
  • VIP Networking Dinner
  • ADCCE Directory Magazine
  • Fashion Showcase Entry
  • Pre-booked B2B Meetings

Gold

$1,860

  • All Items in Silver
  • Access to Exhibition Pods
  • VIP Networking Dinner
  • Fashion Showcase Entry
  • Africa Destination Awards
  • Half Board Accommodation

Platinum

$3,150

  • All Items in Gold
  • Access to Exhibition Pods
  • VIP Networking Dinner
  • Africa Destination Awards
  • Half Board Accommodation
  • Two-night FAM Trip

NB: Price is in US dollars. Price displayed excludes sales tax.

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Direction to the Venue

Venue

Speke Resort Convention Center

Address

Speke Resort, Wavamunno Rd, Kampala, Uganda.

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(ADCCE) 2026 unites the continent’s leading brands, destinations, and visionaries to position Africa as the world’s Celebration Capital.