The Event Planner Expo is not a restaurant but New York City’s premier B2B trade show and conference for the meetings, events, and hospitality community. Produced by EMRG Media, the multi-day expo is staged at top Manhattan venues and features a high-energy show floor, keynote stages, VIP lounges, education sessions, and curated networking. While there is no in-house cuisine, the expo showcases tastings and activations from elite NYC caterers, venues, and hospitality brands—making it a strong resource for planners seeking private dining and event partners. Private experiences at the expo are typically delivered through branded VIP lounges, breakout rooms, sponsor suites, and meeting areas that can be configured for intimate deal-making or larger receptions. Common setups include lounge vignettes with soft seating, LED bars, cocktail rounds, and A/V packages for presentations or live demos. Attendees and exhibitors highlight the upscale, fast-paced atmosphere, strong buyer-supplier matchmaking, and professional production (lighting, staging, sound) that supports both learning and networking. The environment is modern and polished, with step-and-repeat photo moments, exhibitor pavilions, and hospitality activations that mirror best-in-class private event design. Ticketed access tiers (including VIP) provide entry to additional lounges, keynote sessions, and exclusive networking blocks. For planners seeking private dining or offsite experiences, the expo connects you directly to leading restaurants, caterers, and venues that can host corporate dinners, receptions, and executive boardroom meetings across NYC. Note: Specific room names and capacities vary by the host venue each year; the examples below reflect typical configurations commonly deployed at The Event Planner Expo.
