SACIA upcoming events

Fundamentals of Event Management 2026 (23 Jun 2026)

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Event Management

This 10-week, online course covers the fundamental elements of event management, including the creation of corporate events such as conferences and conventions. It involves studying the brand, identifying its target audience, developing the event concept, and coordinating the technical aspects before launching.

We’ll also explore the size, scope, and economic opportunities of working as a PCO and event organiser in Africa.

Lectures run once a week from 7 - 9 pm, starting on Tuesday, 23 June and continuing until Tuesday, 25 August.

The course is presented by leading academics, as well as industry practitioners who hold the Certified Event Professional designation. During the course, we will cover the various elements of event management, including event administration, operations, marketing, design and risk management, with a particular emphasis on the legislation and bylaws that impact event management in South Africa.

On conclusion of the course, all participants will write the qualifying exam for a SAQA-registered professional designation in event management.

Mediatech 2026 (30 Jun 2026)

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join us at Mediatech at the Kyalami International Convention Centre
Register at https://www.mediatech.co.za/registration/?invite=sacia

Since 2001, Mediatech Africa has been the industry’s meeting place where manufacturers, integrators, creatives, techies and decision-makers come together to connect, discover new tech, and do business.

The expo showcases real-world solutions across spaces like boardrooms, classrooms, houses of worship, control rooms, retail spaces, studios, film sets, stages, theatres and more. Expect hands-on demos, meaningful networking, and a clear look at where the industry is headed.

Event Safety Summit 2026 (27 Jul 2026)

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

SACIA’s Event Safety Summit brings together professionals from the entertainment, sports, and corporate event industries to discuss all aspects of safety, security, and health at live events. The Summit features presentations, panels, and workshops that offer practical insights, bring professionals together, and inspire a renewed commitment to prioritising safety across the events and entertainment industry.

The objective of the Event Safety Summit is to bring together every function required to deliver safe events, so we can share knowledge and learn from one another. This is a conference for:

Local authorities and EMS service providers (medical, fire, etc)
Service providers, including access control, waste and sanitation
SAPS, Metro Police, Environmental Health and Disaster Management Officers
Ticketing companies
Safety and security service providers
Venue operators
Event organisers, covering business, sport and entertainment events
Academics and educators working in tourism, hospitality and event management

At the 2026 conference, there will be many opportunities for informal networking and socialising, establishing connections, and meeting potential new clients across the two days

Festival of Eventing 2026 (29 Sep 2026)

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join us at the Festival of Eventing on 29-39 Sepember 2026

The Festival of Eventing isn't just a conference. It's a platform for African event professionals focused on the craft, complexity, and creativity of event execution — from concept to curtain call. After a powerful debut in 2025, the Festival returns in 2026 with a new city, a new scale, and a renewed focus on future-forward thinking, practical learning, and meaningful connection. Set in Johannesburg at The Canvas, Riversands — a venue designed as a blank canvas for bold ideas — FOE 2026 is a springtime festival that engages every sense and leaves you inspired, equipped, and connected to what’s next. Some events you attend. This one stays with you.

SACIA is going to be attending and we're encouraging our members to join us as we explore the future of the events industry. Register at https://evolve.eventoptions.co.za/register/festival26/details

SACIA Golf Day 2026 (13 Oct 2026)

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Enjoy a day in the sun with friends and colleagues

Join us on 13 October 2025 for the annual SACIA Golf Day and prize-giving dinner. It's a four-ball tournament followed by a prize-giving dinner.

There's a shotgun start at 12h00 with a floating trophy awarded to the winning team.

We'll also have some "fun" prizes for those of us who are not chasing the silverware:

Closest to the pin (on one of the par-3 holes)
Hole in one (we could have more than one winner – I think we had two “holes in one” during our 2023 tournament)
Team with the most putts
Team with the worst score
Team with the most lost balls
Mishap of the day (Tom Crosswell managed to fall into a water hazard at our 2023 event and in 2024, an unnamed golfer took out a hadeda with his tee shot on the first hole)