Top Marketing Conferences to Watch in 2026

Top Marketing Conferences to Watch in 2026

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The marketing industry continues to evolve rapidly, pushing executives to stay updated on the latest trends to build brands and foster customer loyalty. Several key conferences scheduled for 2026 offer opportunities for networking and learning about innovations such as artificial intelligence, social media, retail media, and connected TV.

Major organizers like the Association of National Advertisers (ANA) and the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) have outlined their 2026 event lineups. Below is a list of significant marketing conferences confirmed so far, with updates expected as new information emerges.

  • Consumer Electronics Show (CES)
    Jan. 6-9, Las Vegas
    Hosted by the CTA, CES is a trade event for consumer technology professionals. The show features over 4,500 exhibitors and offers a platform for global brands to showcase innovations and connect with partners.
  • SXSW Conference & Festivals
    March 12-18, Austin, Texas
    This multi-industry event brings together professionals from music, tech, film, and television for networking and development. The 40th edition will offer conference sessions, exhibitions, festivals, and awards, with simplified access and reduced badge prices.
  • Possible
    April 27-29, Miami Beach, Florida
    Co-founded by MMA and DMEXCO leaders, Possible is a three-day marketing event featuring interactive sessions, meetups, and immersive experiences. The 2025 event drew over 5,000 attendees including many senior marketers.
  • ANA Brand Masters Conference
    May 18-20, Los Angeles
    Hosted by the ANA, this conference gathers top brands and CMOs to discuss branding strategies and emerging trends.
  • IAB NewFronts
    Spring 2026, Location TBD
    The world’s largest digital content marketplace, IAB NewFronts connects brands with native digital content creators and showcases innovations in digital advertising.
  • Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity
    June 22-26, Cannes, France
    This festival celebrates global advertising excellence and features thought leaders from major companies.
  • Advertising Week New York
    Date TBD, New York
    A four-day event attracting marketing, advertising, and tech professionals to discuss industry trends, featuring thousands of attendees and speakers.
  • DMEXCO
    Sept. 23-24, Cologne, Germany
    Europe’s premier digital marketing and tech conference, DMEXCO combines masterclasses, keynotes, and networking to explore the digital economy’s future.
  • ANA Masters of Marketing Conference
    Oct. 20-23, Orlando
    This event focuses on strategy and future marketing trends with workshops and keynotes from leading brands.
  • Programmatic I/O – Las Vegas
    Spring 2026, Las Vegas
    AdExchanger’s flagship event dedicated to programmatic media and marketing, offering diverse content tracks for marketers, agencies, and tech providers.
  • Programmatic I/O – New York
    Fall 2026, New York
    The New York edition continues to focus on programmatic marketing with workshops and speakers from notable industry players.

For the latest updates and details on upcoming marketing conferences, professionals are encouraged to monitor announcements throughout the year.