A list of 29 Creator and Influencer Conferences in 2026

Content creators looking to improve their game will find some seriously valuable stuff at conferences that are 100% geared towards digital media and stay ahead of digital trends. These get-togethers bring all the people who are busy making videos, churning out blog posts, or building online communities together, all to swap stories with creative professionals and digital creators about what they’ve learned the hard way.

When you show up to these events, you get to see where trends are headed, figure out ways to craft a compelling story, master social media platforms, learn actionable strategies from marketing leaders, and hang out with other people who are trying to make their way in the same space.

All these upcoming conferences will give you a chance to network with creative entrepreneurs and tech professionals, get some real, practical training on digital tools and performance marketing that you can put into action right away. It means you can finally get inside the heads of your audience a bit better and crank out some content that actually resonates with them.

1. National Alice Summit 2026

January 5-7, 2026

Miami, Florida

Price: Individual Summit Registration $825

The 2026 National ALICE Summit will be a real breakthrough. It’s going to be a major gathering of the big players in non-profits, corporations, foundations, and government, all coming together to try to make a difference for working families who are really struggling. These people work super hard but are still barely scraping by financially. 

People are gonna come away from the summit having picked up loads of valuable ideas on how to get successful partnerships, policies, and programs off the ground. All through sessions on fundraising, community engagement, public policy, and marketing strategies. They’ll be hearing from the experts at United for ALICE and other teams who know their stuff. 

One thing the summit is all about is creating a warm and welcoming space that celebrates the diversity of the people who turn up. Where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are and what they bring to the table. Where they can get inspired and motivated to help those working families get back on their feet with some real financial security in their communities.

2. Tastemaker Conference 2026

Date: Jan 9-10, 2026

JW MARRIOT LIVE | LOS ANGELES, CA

Price: Creator General Registration $699.00 | Business $899.00

This conference gathers food lovers who share their passion on social media for a few days of learning and networking. Attendees can learn from experienced professionals about food content creation, connect with other creators, and get inspired by new ideas. The event offers sessions on food photography, recipe development, and growing online audiences, with opportunities for mentorship and meeting industry professionals who help people grow their businesses.

Here are some of the speakers for 2026:

• Abbey Rodriguez | Founder & CEO Tastemaker Conference

• Andrew Bernard | Make it Dairy Free

• Brita Britnell | Food With Feeling

3. IGB Affiliate

Date: Jan 20-21, 2026

Fira Grant Via Barcelona

Price: FREE AFFILIATE PASS | NETWORKING PASS | €650

The iGB Affiliate event brings together online gaming professionals, companies, and technology providers to make new business contacts and discover the latest industry tools. The conference helps people build real business connections and gain practical knowledge through expert talks and networking opportunities. 

Unlike typical events with empty introductions, this conference focuses on meaningful partnerships with industry leaders who share useful information that attendees can actually use to grow their businesses.

Here are some of the speakers for 2026:

• Mike Danshin | Chief Marketing Officer, 1win Crypto

• Carlos Saito | iGaming Managing Director, 3C Gaming

• Nikolas Monti-Potsolakis | Founder, SEO Director, Black Lantern Marketing

4. MegaConLive London 2026

January 24-25, 2026

London

Price: Weekend £50 | Early Entry £30 | Standard Entry £25

MegaCon Live is perfect for anyone who loves pop culture and entertainment, whether you’re a hardcore fan who attends every convention or just looking for something fun to do, with plenty to enjoy for people into comics, movies, cosplay, or gaming. 

Visitors can browse cool merchandise from exhibitors, attend panels for the latest news and insights, watch the cosplay competition that’s supposed to be bigger and better this year, and hang out in the gaming area when they need a break. 

It’s a place where you can be your geeky self without being judged, mixing shopping, entertainment, and socializing in a way that creates lasting memories.

5. Kansas Pinners Conference 2026

Date: February 6-7, 2026

Overland Park Convention Center

Price: General Admission $12/16 | One Day Admission & 2 Classes $22 | One Day Admission & All Classes $39 | Two Day Admission & All Classes $59 | VIP Pass $189

The Pinners Conference and Expo offers over a hundred creative classes taught by talented instructors from different regions, plus a marketplace with around 200 vendors selling supplies for crafts, food, photography, parties, and fashion. 

Attendees can learn new skills through hands-on workshops covering topics like DIY projects, scrapbooking, makeup, and personal growth while shopping for supplies they need. The event welcomes everyone from beginners to hobby enthusiasts who want to learn new things, meet people with similar interests, and possibly make lasting friendships with fellow creators.

6. NRB International Christian Media Convention 2026

Feb 17-20, 2026

Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center

Nashville, TN

Price: $350.00 Full Registration (Non-member $600.00) | $300.00 Single Day Registration (Non-member $350.00) | $99.00 Expo Only

NRB 2026 is the biggest conference for Christian communicators who work in radio, TV, film, church media, and digital marketing, bringing together people who want to spread the Gospel through electronic media. 

The event helps attendees meet important decision makers and form valuable partnerships that can advance their work, with many successful connections starting at past NRB events. 

The NRB Association believes religious freedom is essential and works to protect these freedoms so the message of Jesus Christ can reach audiences on every continent through various media platforms and technologies.

7. Creators’ Summit-Ipswich

March 7, 2026

Ipswich Civic Centre.

Price: Early bird & Youth tickets (15 – 25 year olds) $25.00

The Creators Summit returns to Ipswich for a full day where hobbyists, professionals, new talent, and experienced creators come together for inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, and creative activities designed to spark ideas and help people form unexpected friendships and work partnerships. 

This year’s theme is “The Future Belongs to the Weird,” encouraging attendees to be original, think outside the box, and embrace being different because normal ideas rarely change the world. You can test out wild ideas, meet potential collaborators, and leave feeling pumped up and ready to tackle your next creative project.

One of the confirmed speakers as of this writing is Ben Lee, a Singer-songwriter, Producer, DJ DADBOD, and Fun Guy.

8. Forbes 30/50 Summit 2026

March 8-11, 2026

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Registration for the Summit is by direct invitation only.

The Forbes 30/50 Summit brings together honorees from the Forbes 30 Under 30 and Forbes 50 Over 50 lists in Abu Dhabi for four days. Starting on International Women’s Day, focus on learning, inspiration, and one-on-one mentoring that creates real change. 

Participants include world leaders from politics, business, and non-profits who share knowledge and build lasting relationships while learning about the latest innovations in technology and essential leadership skills. 

By the end of the event, attendees walk away with new wisdom about leadership and innovation, plus a whole network of new friends and contacts they can rely on.

9. The MarTech Summit

March 10-11, 2026

Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore

Price: Summit Pass Super Early Bird – SGD717.00 | One Day Pass Super Early Bird – SGD477.00 | Vendor Pass SGD3,395.00

This marketing conference brings marketing and tech leaders from the content marketing world together for two days of networking, learning, and making connections. It features three stages with presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions covering customer experience, data analysis, marketing strategy, artificial intelligence, performance marketing, and lead generation, plus two new themed tracks that dive deep into specific industry challenges and solutions. 

Senior professionals from digital transformation, data analytics, e-commerce, social media, content creation, customer experience, and marketing technology will benefit from hearing industry leaders, learning new marketing approaches, and getting fresh ideas they can immediately use to grow and improve their businesses.

Some of the speakers are:

• Joana Pimentel | Head of Digital Sales, HSBC

• Dr. Andre Lim | Head of Programme Delivery, Digital Experience Platform (DXP), Inchcape plc

• Jenny Chan von Meyenburg | Director, Shopper Experience, The Coca-Cola Company

10. Creative Operations Summit London

March 20, 2026

London

Price: Conference Fee £ 599.00 | Solution Provider £ 999.00

This summit brings together forward-thinking industry professionals who want to reshape how creative work gets done by examining old systems and finding new approaches that provide a solid structure that unlocks creativity instead of limiting it. 

With AI changing the game, attendees share stories, swap strategies, and debate big questions about breaking free from the norm while hearing from innovative companies like Diageo, BBC, and LEGO, who share real experiences through case studies, panel discussions, and interactive sessions. 

By the end, you’ll have practical tools to deliver better content faster while connecting with a community of people facing similar challenges who understand what you’re going through and can help you stay ahead of the curve.

Some of the speakers are:

• Nicky Russell | Managing Partner WDC

• Joseph Harper | Global Head of Content | Diageo

• Dan Montalbano | Global COO | Publicis Production 

11. TV & Video Insider Summit 2026

Date: April 6-9, 2026

Kimpton Hotel Fontenot New Orleans, LA

Price: TBA

This summit is happening in New Orleans, where about 100 industry and media professionals will spend three days figuring out how TV and digital video are changing as people watch content on every device imaginable. 

Marketers are trying to solve tough problems like measuring success across all these different platforms and using artificial intelligence while still creating genuine messages that connect with audiences. 

It’s an invitation-only digital summit where people from real brands and agencies can network, learn from experts, and have some fun while tackling these challenges together.

12. Mom2.0 Summit

Date: April 16-18, 2026

Austin, TX

Price: CONTENT CREATORS, DIGITAL INFLUENCERS & MICRO-BUSINESSES $499.00 | BRAND, MARKETER & AGENCY $2,500.00

Mom Media created the Mom 2.0 and Dad 2.0 communities as pioneers in influencer marketing, helping businesses connect with parents, women, and families through creative marketing strategies. 

Their annual Mom 2.0 Summit brings consumer brands together with popular parenting bloggers and social media influencers who share their expertise and stories, allowing businesses to build trust with parents and create valuable partnerships. 

The summit partners with trusted parenting platforms like Babycenter and What to Expect, giving brands a strong way to enter the parenting market through these important connections and resources.

Here are some of the speakers for 2026:

• Dr. Becky Kennedy | Good Inside

• Cristy Clavijo-Kish | Talento Unlimited

• Jessica Cuevas | Viva La Mami

13. Intrigue Madverse Singapore 2026

April 23, 2026

Singapore

Price: Vendors MAdVerse Experience Pass S$499.00 | Vendors MAdVerse Elite Networking Pass S$999.00 | Vendors MAdVerse VIP Pass S$1,499.00

This summit brings marketing leaders and tech innovators together at this digital marketing world forum for a day hosted by Salesgasm that shows how marketing and technology work together to build future businesses. 

The event features inspiring speeches from global innovators, panel discussions about AI, personalization, and digital storytelling, plus networking opportunities with Asian business leaders and hands-on experiences with the latest marketing tools in interactive zones. 

Marketing directors, business owners, and creators can form new partnerships, learn fresh strategies, and challenge old ideas in Singapore’s modern venue that matches the summit’s forward-thinking approach.

14. CreateAU 2026

April 2026

Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane

Registration of Interest is Open 

Price: TBA

CreateAu is going to bring together some of the biggest names in the Aussie content creation scene with some top international talent from all the major platforms, global brands, and tech professionals, all for a whole day of talking about the future of the creator economy and digital innovation. 

The event’s gonna have heaps of sessions on live streaming, brand partnerships, product creation, and podcasts. On top of that, there are loads of hands-on workshops where attendees can meet each other and the people behind the platforms, we’re talking over 25 major platforms here. 

There’ll also be some real attractions, keynote presentations on social media, AI, podcasting, special sessions on selling stuff and making products, live charity fundraisers, and plenty of opportunities for people to connect and make some new connections. Not to mention the after-party where the real deal-making happens and the partnerships are formed.

15. The Social Summit

April 2026

THE RYDGES HOTEL | MELBOURNE

Price: Tickets on sale soon

This summit creates a supportive space where business owners, and marketing talent and anyone interested in the creator world can learn together, make connections, and improve their social media growth skills instead of competing with each other. 

The event recognizes that the digital space is constantly changing with new social media platforms and digital tools popping up, and that companies now act like creators while creators build their own companies, making loyal fans more important than ever. 

It supports new talent and local businesses while showing that being a creator means different things to different people, offering benefits beyond just gaining new followers, like real friendships and valuable skills.

16. Creator Summit Fujifilm 2026

May 9, 2026

The Timber Yard, Melbourne,

Price: $59.00 General Admission 

This annual event brings together creators, photographers, and filmmakers for talks, panels, and hands-on workshops where they can learn practical skills and get inspired about visual content creation. 

The talks cover topics like learning from mistakes and improving documentary photography, while panels feature Pinterest executives sharing future trends and industry experts explaining what makes great content. 

Workshops give attendees hands-on experience shooting music videos, mastering cocktail photography with proper lighting and angles, and creating dramatic portraits, with all skills being immediately useful in their work. 

The full schedule will be released soon, so people can plan their day.

17. Youth Marketing Strategy 2026

Date: May 21, 2026

London, United Kingdom

Price: TBA

This conference brings together marketing leaders and social media managers to learn how to connect with Generation Zalpha, the 16 to 24-year-old age group that shapes marketing trends. Over 75 speakers from major youth-focused companies will share insights on retail, digital marketing at this influencer marketing show, student engagement, innovation, and e-commerce, with young people joining discussions to give their honest opinions about what works. 

The event will feature Pion’s new report on the top 100 youth brands, networking opportunities with industry professionals, live music from young performers, and a food festival with street food vendors.

18. WITS Travel Creator Summit 2026

May 29-31, 2026

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Price: Creator Ticket $599.00 (Member Rate $499.00) | Industry Ticket $1,199.00 | Beginner Bootcamp Add-on $125.00

WITS is the world’s largest gathering where women travel creators, influencers, destination marketing organizations, and industry leaders meet at this original influencer marketing event to discuss innovations, build partnerships, and support women and gender-diverse people in the travel industry. 

Founded in 2014 by Wanderful to address the lack of gender diversity in travel, WITS hosts international events where attendees learn skills to grow their brands while companies connect with influential creators who reach consumers. The events bring together hundreds of people from all backgrounds, races, religions, ages, abilities, and genders. The speaker lineup will be announced soon.

19. Cannes Lions

June 22-26, 2026

Cannes, France

Price: Classic€4,465 | Sport €2,500 | Creator €1,245

Cannes Lions brings together advertising and communications professionals in Cannes, France, for a week of networking, learning sessions, and award ceremonies that celebrate the world’s best creative work in marketing and advertising. 

The festival, held annually at the Palais des Festivals, showcases groundbreaking campaigns and innovative ideas from thought leaders and companies while handing out the industry’s most respected awards. 

People from around the world attend to see history-making work, connect with industry peers, and get inspired by creativity and innovation that shape the future of advertising and communications.

20. One Future Conference Canada 2026

June 25-28, 2026

Toronto Canada

Price: CONFERENCE PASS $899 | STUDENT PASS (Guaranteed Participation) $699

This conference is the place to be in Toronto when the world comes together for the FIFA World Cup 2026, a four-day extravaganza of learning and growth that draws in top people from all over the globe. 

Global leaders, students, young pros, creatives, and innovators who are all passionate about using the potential of topics like AI, global governance, human rights, tech, content marketing world strategies, social media marketing world insights, crypto, fintech, and the future of work. 

Their lineup of world-class speakers and industry pioneers is jam-packed with the best and brightest. All leading interactive sessions, panels, and networking shindigs that aren’t just about slapping a conference badge on you, but actually helping the next gen of leaders get their ideas off the ground. 

21. The Children’s Media Conference 2026

July 7-9, 2026

Sheffield Technology Parks, UK

Price: £300

The CMC is the UK’s biggest bash for people who make and launch all sorts of children’s content in TV, film, radio, video games, toys, books, art, culture, and edutainment. TV shows, films, video games, toys, books, and just about anything else for kids that you can think of. 

They’ve all come together from the producers to the game designers and publishers, all in the same place at the same time. It all started back in 2004 when it was just a small event, but by 2010 it had grown enough to become an independent non-profit, and every year in July. 

Industry folk share what’s new and what’s next, make some useful connections, and get to hear from the CMC Changemakers program. A collection of young minds, with fresh ideas and perspectives on kids’ media that’s worth listening to. 

As the event keeps on growing every year, they manage to fit in a load of talks, top networking, and some practical advice on taking your business to the next level, all without breaking the bank.

22. CreatorFest 2026

July 14-15, 2026

London

Price: TBA

Creator Fest Europe is the top creator economy and influencer marketing world event in Europe, where influencers, marketers, brand strategists, and decision makers come together to shape the future of influencer marketing and creator-led media. 

The conference helps rising creators land their first brand deals and established names break into new markets by teaching skills like growing audiences, getting brand partnerships, and unlocking creative potential. 

It shows businesses and creators how to get influencer marketing right and build lasting partnerships in the fast-moving creator economy. Learning emerging trends from the Content Marketing Institute, and social media events best practices, where staying current with digital content and social media is essential for connecting with customers.

23. Open Sauce 2026

July 17-19, 2026

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Price: GENERAL ADMISSION $200 |  INDUSTRY ADMISSION $800 | VIP ADMISSION $1,499

Open Sauce put on an event that combines learning with the latest gadgets and gizmos, think 500 projects all in one place, like homemade robots, 3-D printers, space tech, and just about the wildest inventions you can imagine. 

On top of that, there are some cracking talks, panels, demos, and Q&A sessions with some big-name creators, people you already know from the web. They even have a Creator Museum where you can go and see all sorts of wacky inventions and then try out some new indie games and experimental gaming tech, all for free. 

And if that’s not enough, you get to spend a whole day getting tips and advice from successful creators and entrepreneurs who’ve built companies that make millions, and they’re all willing to share their secrets on how to make it as a creator.

It’s a big gathering of people all interested in making things, playing games, and just generally building a career in the digital world, and of course, it comes with all the useful resources and networking opportunities that you’d expect.

24. Amplify A|E|C

Date: July 27-29, 2026

Las Vegas

Price: Launch (Nov 3-Dec 5) $1,149 | Early Bird (Dec 6-Feb 28) $1,249 | Regular (Mar 1-May 31) $1,349 | Onsite (Jun 1) $1,449

Amplify A|E|C is the biggest conference for marketing and business professionals in architecture, engineering, and construction, hosted by the Society for Marketing Professional Services each year. 

The three-day event brings industry leaders together to learn about future trends, share practical strategies, and build professional connections through strategy sessions designed for all career levels. 

What makes it special is that it focuses specifically on the daily challenges these professionals face. Attendees walk away with cutting-edge tools and practical tips they can use immediately to make real changes at their companies.

25. Access Canada Summit

September 14-16, 2026

Canada

Price: TBA

The Access Canada Summit is a three-day event that showcases Canada’s thriving content industry to the world, bringing industry professionals together to network, explore opportunities, and make deals happen. 

Partnering with The Hollywood Reporter and building on successful previous Canadian industry events, the summit creates real connections by showcasing modern content and providing special market access while helping attendees stay current with industry trends. 

Canadian creators and businesses get global recognition for their work. International attendees discover Canada’s creative output, and industry leaders meet key people and spark new collaborations, with everyone leaving with valuable insights and useful business contacts.

Some of the speakers: 

• JENNIFER ABRAMS | Senior Vice President, Content and Marketing | Corus Entertainment

• FRANCESCA ACCINELLI | Senior Vice President, Program Strategy and Industry Development | Telefilm Canada

• SUSAN ALEXANDER | Senior Director, Creative | Shaftesbury

26. TBEX Summit America 2026

September 29-October 02, 2026

FARGO, NORTH DAKOTA

Price: Content Creators $327.00 | Industry Professionals $697.00 Virtual Ticket $97.00

TBEX Summit America 2026 brings travel content creators and marketing professionals together for four days, where they learn new skills in writing, photography, video production, and social media marketing while networking with travel brands and destination organizations. 

The event features over 30 expert-led sessions on topics like content creation and search engine optimization, plus opportunities to connect with other creators who face similar challenges. 

Attendees walk away with practical advice they can use right away, valuable partnerships with travel companies, and friendships with people who share their passion for travel that last well beyond the event.

27. FoodieCon 2026

October 19, 2026

New York

Price: $75.13 General Admission

FoodieCon is a one-day event in New York City where famous chefs, food personalities, and Instagram influencers come together to talk about what’s trending in food culture and digital media. Attendees get to join panel discussions, watch live cooking demos, meet the creators behind popular food content, and taste exclusive dishes from top restaurants around the city. 

The whole day is packed with photo opportunities, demos, and giveaways perfect for sharing on social media, making it great for foodies, content creators, and anyone looking to learn what’s hot in food culture right now.

28. WebSummit Lisbon

November 9-12, 2026

Lisbon, Portugal

Price: (TBA) 2 for 1 Early Bird Special (for two tickets)

Web Summit hosts the world’s biggest tech events covering digital innovation and emerging trends that bring together CEOs, founders, investors, journalists, politicians, and cultural leaders for global networking and meaningful connections that can change society for the better.

Started by Paddy Cosgrave in Dublin in 2009 as a small 150-person conference, it has grown to attract over a million business professionals from around the world, with the main event happening every November in Lisbon, Portugal. Web Summit now has a global reach with events in Rio, Qatar, Vancouver, and RISE in Asia, bringing together major tech players and innovators from every corner of the world.

29. Buffer Festival

Date & Ticket Price: TBA

Toronto, Canada

Buffer Festival is like the Toronto International Film Festival but for YouTube and TikTok creators, where digital content gets screened on big theater screens with red carpet premieres. The creators show up to answer questions about how they made their projects. The festival mixes learning with entertainment through educational sessions, live performances, and awards ceremonies while giving attendees a real chance to build lasting connections with other creators instead of just exchanging business cards. 

It brings brands and creators together to share storytelling ideas and tips for making great content, welcoming both emerging and established influencers. Tickets sell out quickly once dates are announced.

Capping off 

Those of you looking to take your content creation game to the next level in the creator economy might be wondering what your next big move should be. And I’d say, it’s about more than just shaking hands and swapping business cards. 

Upcoming events are the perfect chance to turn up the heat on your content production with actionable insights on community building and lead generation, and Vidpros is here to help. We’re a video editing service that helps safeguard your creative vision, taking those rough ideas you have and turning them into slick, high-quality videos that amaze the viewing public. 

When you combine the knowledge you pick up at these conferences with the editing expertise of the Vidpros team, you’ll be unstoppable, no matter if you’re just starting out or already a seasoned pro.