Events
Before Friday night’s schedule of dinners and events kicks off, the guys and gals at United Talent Agency have stepped up to lay-on their very own Happy Hour. Taking place in the York Suite on the mezzanine level of the hotel, it’s a chance to meet the outfit until recently known as The Agency Group, while enjoying a complimentary beverage or three… turn up early as this is likely to be packed... 17:30 - 18:30
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Thursday 3 March
The United Talent Happy Hour
ILMC Production Meeting (IPM)
The 9th ILMC Production Meeting moves to a new venue this year to accommodate increasing demand from production professionals who converge from across the globe for this annual event. With a full day of panel sessions, discussion, and networking, IPM 9 also sees the addition of a programme of short presentations to the schedule, while increasing in size to accommodate 250 delegates. Hosted by eps, EFM Logistics and Megaforce, registration is separate to the main conference but ILMC delegates can benefit from a discounted rate. Visit 28.ilmc.com/ipm for more info. 10:00 - 18:00
Green Events and Innovations Conference (GEI)
ILMC Association Summit
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The eighth edition of the UK’s leading conference for sustainability at live events will welcome around 150 professionals working in, or with an interest in, environmental initiatives at live events. The conference mixes practical case studies and presentations from around the world, alongside complimentary refreshments, lunch and a closing party. ILMC delegates are entitled to a discounted rate and should sign-up when registering for ILMC. Visit 28.ilmc.com/gei for more info. 10:00 - 17:45
ILMC invites many key live music associations from around the world to London for a one-off meeting. The idea of the meeting is to draw together the leading, active live music association from each market, as well as a small number of pan-European sector associations, to meet, network and present best-case ideas and initiatives. The summit is a closed meeting – for further information, or to represent your association at the meeting, please email ben@ilmc.com. 11:00 - 16:00
The Space Invaders Opening Party
Complimentary treats, bites, bubbles and drinks await as the weird and wonderful characters of the live music game invade the hotel’s space at ILMC’s Opening Party. With prizes up for grabs and arcade game competitions to start the party, ILMC members are reunited after 12 months of missions and gameplaying around the world. Hosted by those fine folks at Dot Tickets, it’s a must-attend event. 18:00 - 20:00
Friday 4 March The IEG Power-Up Lunch
With the Friday conference programme now packed more tightly than a Tetris block, and proving that there is such a thing as a free lunch, Istanbul Entertainment Group’s Power-Up Lunch offers delegates a welcome two-hour window in which to load-up on energy pellets and boost their energy before the afternoon sessions begin. Everyone loves a free lunch, so early arrival is a must! 12:30 - 14:30
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The Dutch Impact Party
Music, drinks, presentations, snacks, competitions...Friday night at ILMC would not be complete without the Dutch Impact Party which this year presents showcases from Bombay, Pauw, The Deaf, and DeWolff. In addition, there’s a Eurosonic Noorderslag 2016 registration up for grabs, as well as enough drinks and nibbles to keep the most hardcore player powered up. It all takes place at Bodo’s Schloss, which is conveniently located right next door to the Royal Garden Hotel. 18:00 - 21:30
The Hi-Score Texas Hold’em Poker Tourney
With ILMC’s delegates partial to a high score now and again, the Poker Tourney is always a popular event. Bluff, bravado, high stakes… it’s a great way to make new friends, lie to their faces and win the shirts off their backs! It costs £20 to enter (with all proceeds going to the Nikos Fund) – so sign-up when you register or email marketing@ilmc.com for a chance to win one of the bar tab prizes on offer. 21:30 - 00:00
The Multiplayers Table Football Coupe du Monde
The best video games work better in multiplayer mode, which is also true of ’the Table Football Coupe du Monde. A late-night competition of dubious moral and physical calibre, players signup in pairs to fight it out during a series of nail-biting rounds, bravely 28.ILMC.COM battling to win the smallest World Cup known to mankind. Be in the bar by 10pm to sign-up, as Wembley Stadium host this annual showdown. 00:00 - 03:00
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Saturday 5 March Complimentary Lunch
The European Arenas Association hosts Saturday’s five-star lunch, when the hotel chefs showcase their talents at a buffet feast to remember. Share a glass of wine with the venues, or just make like pacman and gobble gobble gobble your fill – from sushi to hot delights and more, you won’t want to miss it. 12:30 - 14:30
Feld’s Ice-Cream Reboot
Chasing coins and getting to the next level is always hard work, but Feld Entertainment provide some welcome relief on Saturday afternoon. The Ice-Cream Reboot is the perfect chance to take five during a busy afternoon’s conferencing, while adding to the kids’ collection of bizarre plastic cups at home. 16:00 - 17:00