Ghent, Belgium #55
20-22 Aug 2026
Market: BENELUX/SCANDIC & EU/UK BUYERS
Dank je wel, Gent!
Ten years of Break the Ice, celebrated right in the heart of Ghent, where it all began. Ten years in, and this forum still surprises us with how much energy and genuine connection it brings together.
A big thank you to everyone who joined us and made this anniversary edition one to remember.
Huge thank you to our partners who made it all happen.
Courtyard by Marriott Ghent, for keeping our participants comfortable throughout the weekend.
SCALA Event Center, for hosting our one-to-one meetings in a space built for real conversations.
Ghent Marriott Hotel, for welcoming us Thursday evening and kicking off the forum in style.
Very Food Catering, for the food and service that kept the energy going all weekend.
Convention Bureau of Ghent, for helping us bring the best of the city into the program.
Event Master, for a treasure hunt through Ghent that our participants are still talking about.
Ten years of Break the Ice, and Ghent gave us one of the best editions yet. Here's to the next ten.
Host Hotel
SCALA Event Center & Courtyard by Marriott Ghent
SCALA EVENT CENTER: THE ULTIMATE DESTINATION FOR CONNECTED BUSINESS
Experience a new standard for modern business gatherings in Ghent’s most dynamic event hub. SCALA event center combines contemporary architecture with modular flexibility to provide a high-impact stage for your most ambitious corporate goals.
THE ULTIMATE VENUE FOR STRATEGIC INNOVATION
Host your event in an environment engineered for seamless execution. We offer over 750 m² of multi-purpose, high-tech facilities including the Schelde Lounge, our signature 309 m² plenary space filled with natural light and accommodating up to 350 guests, ideal for large-scale seminars and networking summits. In addition, 9 modular event rooms named after iconic Belgian rivers support smooth transitions between keynote sessions and focused workshops. An advanced audiovisual ecosystem with integrated projection, professional sound systems and high-speed fiber connectivity ensures crystal-clear delivery, while our in-house team coordinates every technical detail from room configurations to transition logistics.
SIGNATURE CATERING AND NETWORKING POSSIBILITIES
Corporate dining is treated as an essential part of the experience, with high-quality culinary solutions that support productivity. Gourmet dining at ARNO ristorante allows you to impress partners with refined Tuscan cuisine led by Michelin-level Chef Louis Verstrepen, ideal for executive and celebratory dinners. Brasserie STROOM offers a contemporary setting for Belgian classics with an international touch, perfect for team breaks and informal networking. The Schelde Lounge also transforms into a versatile banquet space for evening events, from award ceremonies to corporate milestones, enhanced by professional staging, immersive lighting and curated menus.
EFFORTLESS ACCESSIBILITY AND LOCAL COMFORT
Minimize logistics and maximize focus with our strategically located facilities. Situated at the Akkerhage site near the E17 and E40, SCALA ensures easy access for national and international guests. Surrounded by leading hotel partners, including Courtyard by Marriott Ghent in the same building, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent and Residence Inn by Marriott Ghent on the same site, it offers over 400 rooms within walking distance for multi-day conferences. Extensive on-site parking with electric charging guarantees a seamless arrival and departure.
Transform your business gathering into an extraordinary experience: https://scala-events.be/en/organise/corporate-events/
Ghent, Belgium
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