Schedule of Global tech + creator/influencer + social media marketing conferences/expos 2026
MWC Barcelona 2026 (Mobile World Congress)
Dates: March 2–5, 2026
Location: Barcelona, Spain
Overview: Global connectivity and technology event with strong focus on social platforms, mobile content, creator monetization, streaming, and digital media infrastructure.
Website: https://www.mwcbarcelona.com
SXSW 2026 (South by Southwest)
Dates: March 12–18, 2026
Location: Austin, Texas, USA
Overview: Global festival covering social media, creators, marketing, culture, entertainment, and digital innovation, featuring extensive creator economy programming.
Website: https://www.sxsw.com
IAB NewFronts + CreatorFronts 2026
Dates: March 23–26, 2026
Location: New York City, USA
Overview: Advertising and creator showcase where major social platforms, creators, and media companies present upcoming content and ad products to brands and agencies.
Website: https://www.iab.com/newfronts/
NAB Show 2026
Dates: April 18–22, 2026
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Overview: Global media and content technology event covering streaming, creator production tools, digital video, monetization platforms, and creator-focused media infrastructure.
Website: https://nabshow.com
Social Media Marketing World 2026
Dates: April 28–30, 2026
Location: Anaheim, California, USA
Overview: Leading global conference dedicated to social media strategy, influencer marketing, content creation, analytics, and community growth.
Website: https://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/smmworld/
Influencer Marketing Show Europe 2026
Dates: May 2026 (TBA)
Location: London, United Kingdom
Overview: Major European event focused on influencer marketing strategy, creator-brand partnerships, social commerce, and creator monetization.
Website: https://influencermarketingshow.co.uk/
TwitchCon Rotterdam 2026
Dates: May 30–31, 2026
Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Overview: Official Twitch global community event bringing together streamers, creators, fans, and brands for platform education and networking.
Website: https://www.twitchcon.com
Web Summit Rio 2026
Dates: June 8–11, 2026
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Overview: Major technology and startup conference focused on digital innovation, creator economy, fintech, AI, and entrepreneurship across Latin America, with strong international participation.
Website: https://rio.websummit.com/
VivaTech 2026 (Viva Technology)
Dates: June 17–20, 2026
Location: Paris, France
Overview: Global innovation and startup event with strong creator economy, social media, and digital content tracks alongside technology and brand partnerships.
Website: https://vivatechnology.com
Creator Expo 2026
Dates: June 19–20, 2026
Location: Hollywood, California, USA
Overview: Business-focused creator conference covering monetization, brand deals, platform strategy, and scaling creator-led businesses.
Website: https://www.creatorexpo.com
Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2026
Dates: June 22–26, 2026
Location: Cannes, France
Overview: World’s leading advertising and creative industry event with major emphasis on creators, influencers, social platforms, and digital culture.
Website: https://www.canneslions.com
VidCon Anaheim 2026
Dates: June 25–27, 2026
Location: Anaheim, California, USA
Overview: World’s largest video and creator conference connecting creators, fans, platforms, brands, and media companies.
Website: https://www.vidcon.com
Influencer Marketing World 2026
Dates: July 2026 (TBA)
Location: Global (Virtual + Hybrid)
Overview: Global influencer marketing conference focused on creator partnerships, measurement, social commerce, and brand strategy.
Website: https://influencermarketing.world/
ANA Digital & Social Media Conference 2026
Dates: July 8–10, 2026
Location: Los Angeles, California, USA
Overview: Brand-focused conference on social media strategy, influencer marketing, digital advertising, and data-driven content.
Website: https://www.ana.net
IBC 2026 (International Broadcasting Convention)
Dates: September 11–14, 2026
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Overview: Global media and broadcast technology event covering creator tools, streaming platforms, content distribution, and digital media infrastructure.
Website: https://show.ibc.org
INBOUND 2026 (HubSpot)
Dates: September 16–18, 2026
Location: Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Overview: Major marketing and growth conference covering social media, creators, influencer marketing, content strategy, and audience engagement.
Website: https://www.inbound.com
DMEXCO 2026
Dates: September 23–24, 2026
Location: Cologne, Germany
Overview: Europe’s leading digital marketing expo with strong focus on influencers, creators, social advertising, and platform ecosystems.
Website: https://dmexco.com
VidSummit 2026
Dates: September 29 – October 1, 2026
Location: Dallas, Texas, USA
Overview: High-level creator business conference focused on scaling channels, monetization, and long-term audience growth.
Website: https://www.vidsummit.com
Advertising Week New York 2026
Dates: October 5–8, 2026
Location: New York City, USA
Overview: Global marketing and advertising event with extensive creator economy, influencer marketing, and social platform programming.
Website: https://advertisingweek.com
MAICON 2026 (Marketing AI Conference)
Dates: October 13–15, 2026
Location: Cleveland, Ohio, USA
Overview: Conference focused on AI-driven marketing, including AI tools for creators, content automation, and social media analytics.
Website: https://www.marketingaiinstitute.com/register/maicon
DigiMarCon World 2026
Dates: November 4–6, 2026
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Overview: Global digital marketing conference covering influencer marketing, social platforms, content strategy, and performance analytics.
Website: https://digimarcon.com
Web Summit 2026
Dates: November 9–12, 2026
Location: Lisbon, Portugal
Overview: One of the world’s largest technology conferences with major focus on creators, social platforms, digital media, and online communities.
Website: https://websummit.com/web-summit-2026/
TwitchCon San Diego 2026
Dates: November 13–15, 2026
Location: San Diego, California, USA
Overview: Major Twitch global event focused on live streaming, creator growth, platform education, and fan engagement.
Website: https://www.twitchcon.com
Slush 2026
Dates: November 18–19, 2026
Location: Helsinki, Finland
Overview: Startup and venture capital event with strong creator economy, media startup, and digital platform participation.
Website: https://www.slush.org
GITEX GLOBAL 2026 (Summit Day)
Dates: December 7, 2026
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Overview: High-level technology and digital economy summit with creator, media, and platform-focused discussions.
Website: https://www.gitex.com/gitex-global-2026
GITEX GLOBAL 2026 (Expo Days)
Dates: December 8–11, 2026
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Overview: One of the world’s largest technology exhibitions, featuring social platforms, creator tools, media tech, and digital ecosystems.
Website: https://www.gitex.com/gitex-global-2026