2025 CICA National Conference, Exhibition & Crane Display
The Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) has been voted "World's Best Convention Centre" and is Australia's most awarded convention venue.
BCEC is part of the South Bank Parklands which is located in the heart of the city on the banks of the Brisbane River. South Bank is the city's cultural and entertainment precinct and features:
17 hectares of riverfront parkland
Australia's only inner city swimming beach and lagoon
Queensland Museum
Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA)
Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC)
Cafes, restaurants and bars
Weekend markets
Riverside walkways and cycle paths
CityCat ferries, trains and bus services
BCEC is proud to be an #eatqld partner promoting Queensland produce and supporting local growers.
The Centre's contemporary menu is based on the finest and freshest of regional and seasonal produce. BCEC is committed to sourcing produce from Queensland depending on seasonal and environmental conditions, and will source Australia-wide for the very best produce if not available locally.
The BCEC kitchens are at the forefront of sustainability and community activities, improving energy efficiency, minimising water usage, reducing waste to landfill and supporting local charities.
Australian Business Events Association:
Best Conference Award for the 12th International AIDS Society Conference on HIV Science (IAS 2023)
Meetings and Events Australia:
National & State Awards for Association Event of the Year – Brisbane Truck Show (2023)
State Awards for Banqueting and Catering, and Event Venue over 1,000 capacity (2023)
Association Internationale des Palais de Congres (AIPC):
Runner Up for World’s Best Convention Centre for Excellence in Convention Centre Management (2020-2022)
World’s Best Convention Centre for Excellence in Convention Centre Management (2016-2018)
Additional Accolades:
Australia’s most awarded convention centre with 198 industry awards, including 80 catering awards
Successful host venue for the G20 Leaders Summit (2014)
EarthCheck Platinum accreditation for operating at the highest level of environmental standards
Maintains certification to the applicable ISO standards for quality and food safety through Lloyds Register Quality Assurance Ltd