With the festive season fast approaching, location professionals from the screen industry will come together once again for the annual Location Managers’ XMAS Drinks, sponsored by Boels, Supply 2 Location, Above the Line Security, Qdos Location Facilities, Fews Film Structures, Autotrak Portable Roadways, Get Set Hire. As always, the reception will take place within the bustling atmosphere of FOCUS London, where thousands of professionals will gather on 8–9 December 2025 to meet exhibitors, attend panel and explore the latest trends shaping screen production.
Hosted by the Location Managers Guild International (LMGI) in association with FOCUS, the reception is an anticipated highlight of the production calendar. Taking place at the Business Design Centre, London, the reception offers a unique opportunity for location managers and scouts to reconnect, exchange ideas and toast another busy year in screen production.
“The LMGI is thrilled to be a part of this year's Location Managers Xmas Drinks at FOCUS London,” says, John Rakich, President of the Location Managers Guild International. “This event has become a cherished tradition, providing a unique opportunity for location and industry professionals from around the world to come together, celebrate, and foster deeper connections within our industry. We look forward to joining our peers in the heart of London to reflect on the year’s achievements and to set our sights on future collaborations."
This year’s event promises a vibrant mix of networking and celebration, set against the backdrop of FOCUS, the UK’s leading meeting place for the global screen industries. At this year’s FOCUS event, attendees can look forward to lively discussions about the evolving landscape of location management, including the growing role of sustainability, technological innovation, and regional developments opening new possibilities for filming across the UK and beyond.
“We’re thrilled to once again welcome the location-management community to FOCUS London for what has become a truly special annual tradition,” expresses Clara Le, FOCUS Commercial Director. “The reception is more than a festive gathering. It’s a moment to recognise the creativity, collaboration and hard work that underpin the success of every production, large or small. Thank you to this year’s sponsors for making this reception possible. Each year, this event reminds us of the strength and spirit of the industry, and we can’t wait to celebrate together once again.”
For the screen community, the event marks not just the end of a productive year, but the start of new collaborations and opportunities — the perfect way to close out the season in style.
The event is by invitation only. Email contact@focus.london if you are a location manager and would like to request a place.
