An introduction: The event, exhibition, and conference industry is witnessing significant expansion; it is no longer exclusive to government entities or large commercial companies, but the non-profit sector has become a key player in it. Associations and community organizations...

Introduction: The exhibitions and conferences and events industry (MICE) is undergoing a fundamental transformation from effort-based work to evidence-based work. Experience alone is no longer sufficient for making organizational, marketing, and operational decisions; rather, the...

First: What are community events? Community events are planned activities targeting segments of the community in a specific environment (park, event center, residential neighborhood, public square...), where cultural, recreational, and educational programs are offered...