TRENZ seller information
Seller applications for TRENZ 2026 are now open. After nearly a decade, Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest and most influential international tourism business event returns to the vibrant heart of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
Over three dynamic days, TRENZ will connect Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading tourism businesses with high-quality buyers from across the globe. The most efficient and impactful way to engage with the global travel trade and grow your business — TRENZ creates the opportunity to build valuable relationships, negotiate deals, and plan for the seasons ahead. TRENZ is where business gets done.
Over 85% of sellers who attended in 2025 said they were very likely or likely to return in 2026 - so don’t miss out!
TRENZ 2026 will be held in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland from 19-21 May 2026.
Why attend TRENZ?
ROI - TRENZ drives revenue
1 in 4 sellers expected to generate over $250K as a direct result from attending.
Quality - TRENZ connects you to top-tier global buyers
Over 80% of sellers rated the quality of buyers and appointments as excellent or good.
Deals - TRENZ is where business gets done
100% of sellers were satisfied with renegotiation opportunities, and 89% with signing new contracts.
Effectiveness - TRENZ drives results
95% of sellers said attending TRENZ helped them achieve their business objectives.
Seller programme
TRENZ promises to deliver an exciting programme that brings New Zealand’s leading tourism businesses and high-quality international and New Zealand buyers together to do business and build strong connections. The TRENZ programme will include:
- Up to 52 prescheduled 15-minute appointments with buyers over the two and a half days.
- Networking focus - engage in valuable networking events including the Welcome Function on Tuesday evening, a light breakfast on the show floor on Wednesday and Thursday, and a relaxed networking function at the end of the day on Wednesday.
- TRENZ Talks - the popular TRENZ Talks returns where you will gain insights from industry leaders.
- Haere rā hour
Tātaki Auckland Unlimited will host a Celebration of Tourism function on Thursday evening, offering an opportunity to celebrate our vibrant tourism community. Tickets for this event can be purchased separately during registration.
key dates
Important dates to mark in your calendar to ensure you don't miss a thing.
| Thursday 2 October 2025 | Seller applications open |
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| Thursday 20 November 2025 | Seller applications close |
| Wednesday 17 December 2025 | Final invoice payment due |
| Monday 16 February 2026 | 100% cancellation fee applies |
| Tuesday 10 March 2026 | Appointment requests open |
| Tuesday 31 March 2026 | Appointment requests close |
| Friday 3 April 2026 | Final date to submit booth back wall signage imagery to Exhibition Hire Services |
| Tuesday 21 April 2026 | Appointment schedules live and notification of booth allocations |
| Monday 18 May 2026 | Official pōwhiri |
| Tuesday 19 May - Thursday 21 May 2026 | TRENZ 2026 |
Packages and Pricing
All sellers are required to purchase a standard or shared seller package. For additional delegates, there are a number of options including a full pass, day passes, or function tickets. A second standard package may be available on request if capacity allows.
Shared booths are a popular and cost effective option for sellers who don’t require a full appointment stream or for new sellers. It is where two seller operators mutually agree to share a booth and receive half an appointment stream each. We suggest you share with an operator who offers similar products to your business or an operator who you may already work closely with. It is the operator's responsibility to match themselves and to be indicated at time of registration.
New sellers
Are you considering attending TRENZ for the first time but not sure if it’s quite right for your business or don’t know where to start?
Check out our new seller page where you can hear first-hand from previous first-time attendees, view the different options and resources available to you to ensure you get the most out of your investment.
To qualify as a new seller, the seller must be internationally market ready and have not attended any previous TRENZ event. More information on the seller criteria here.
Exhibition
All sellers receive one standard 1.8m x 1.8m booth with every standard seller package which includes walls, furniture (one table and four chairs), light, power, as well as a company name sign and printed back wall sign.
All furniture and signage requirements are managed through Exhibition Hire Services, our exhibition supplier for TRENZ. More information on furniture upgrades and will be available early next year.
Accommodation options
Our TRENZ 2026 Accommodation Partners and Providers have kindly offered a special rate to delegates attending TRENZ 2026. Please book directly with the hotels. Rooms are subject to availability.
More information will be available soon.
If you have any questions about TRENZ 2026, please email info@trenz.co.nz.