We are in the final stretch of the year, and it is time to begin organizing the 2026 calendar to ensure that you do not miss any important milestones in the world of marketing and eCommerce. To assist you in this task, we have compiled the leading international events, which bring together the most prominent experts and companies from the sector across the globe.
These are the main international events in marketing and eCommerce, listed in order of their scheduled dates:
Every January, Las Vegas hosts the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), one of the largest trade fairs worldwide for consumer electronics and technology. The event covers a wide array of topics, from the latest developments in home entertainment systems and video game consoles to advancements in automotive technology. In 2026, it will take place from January 6 to 9.
The Ecommerce Berlin Expo is one of the largest eCommerce events in Germany. It offers a combination of exhibition and conference formats, providing attendees with unparalleled opportunities for business growth, knowledge exchange, and networking.
In its tenth edition, scheduled for February 16 and 17, 2026, the event is expected to welcome more than 11,000 participants, fostering a diverse and dynamic community of eCommerce experts.
Alongside the exhibition and conference, the Expo also offers attendees the opportunity to connect and network with industry peers. With numerous representatives from online stores, retailers, manufacturers, and wholesalers, the event provides a unique opportunity to build relationships, share ideas, and encourage collaboration.
Below is a video showcasing the event as it was in 2025.
Web Summit is a global technology conference held annually in Lisbon, Portugal. For the 2026 edition, it will take place from November 9 to 12, and pre-registration is already available. The conference covers a wide spectrum of topics related to the Internet and technology, such as web design, development, eCommerce, online marketing, and much more. Notable past speakers include Elon Musk, CEO of Space X; Serena Williams, one of the greatest tennis players in history; Melanie Perkins, co-founder and CEO of Canva; and Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI.
They offer multiple editions:
They offer virtual events for different categories depending on the sector to which interested attendees belong. Their conferences typically feature expert speakers addressing the most impactful topics in social media strategies for office environments or advertising agencies. The upcoming scheduled Social Media Strategies Summit events for this year are as follows:
From March 2 to 5, 2026, in Barcelona, you will be able to discover the future of connectivity at one of the world’s most influential events. At this conference, you will explore the mobile technology of the future. The most prominent names in the industry showcase their innovative products and the process that led to their creation.
Shoptalk is an event where thousands of creators gather to shape the future of retail. In 2026, the first Shoptalk event will take place from March 24 to 26 in Las Vegas, United States. Attendees will learn about the latest technologies, trends, and business models.
The Digital Marketing World Forum is designed for leaders in marketing and marketing technology. Topics include AI, data, CRM, email, automation, digital transformation, SEO content, affiliate marketing, social media, community, eCommerce, omnichannel, video, communications, and CX.
This event will be held in Las Vegas and is scheduled from March 9 to 11, 2026. MDS Inspire is an invitation-only event aimed at top sellers and preferred Amazon partners, each with verified annual revenues exceeding one million dollars.
Unlike their other events, MDS Inspire is open to non-members, providing a unique opportunity for everyone to experience and learn about the eCommerce sector. It represents an excellent opportunity to establish international professional relationships.
This event gathers the key players in eCommerce and digital marketing throughout Asia, and they will once again meet at eTail Asia. It will take place from March 24 to 25 in Singapore. Some speakers come from leading companies such as Ebay, Puma, Heineken, Coca-Cola, L’Oréal, and Shisheido.
From April 21 to 24, 2026, the Global Marketer Week will take place in Stockholm (Sweden) together with the Swedish Advertisers Association, Sveriges Annonsörer, with the aim of providing inspiration, discovery, and learning for marketing professionals.
This conference for digital analytics pioneers features three distinct editions. However, at the time of writing, only the date for the Phoenix event is confirmed. The event will be held in Santa Barbara, California, from April 27 to 30, 2026. There is also a virtual event on January 15.
Usually, another edition is held in Berlin in November.
One of the largest events at the European level related to search engine optimization will be held from April 30 to May 1 in Brighton, England. If you work in the SEO sector, you will find great value in attending to discover the latest developments in the industry, presented by leading specialists.
This event is aimed at professionals seeking to increase their online business profits. You will experience hands-on, interactive strategies, peer-to-peer conversations, and connections with the most prominent minds from the most successful and innovative retailers in Europe. It will take place at the Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester, United Kingdom, from June 16 to 17.
Between June 22 and 26, the cinematic city of Cannes, France, will host an event that, year after year, has established itself as a benchmark for honoring the best in the advertising industry internationally. If you wish to discover the year’s best campaigns in any field, this is the event for you.
This is one of the leading technology and digital marketing events in Europe. It serves as a meeting point for decision-makers in business, marketing, and digital innovation. It will be held on September 23 and 24, 2026 in Cologne.
At MAICON, you will learn how to achieve optimal planning and production through intelligent strategies and content creation methods, as well as promotion across mobile devices. It is scheduled for October 13 to 15 in Cleveland, Ohio.
At this time, there is no scheduled date for this event in 2026. It is typically held in November, bringing together leaders from the world’s most influential brands to reimagine the future of marketing. Attendees receive information based on data and brand reputation, providing valuable insights on how to grow new communities.
The Think Summit is one of the main digital marketing conferences. At this event you will have the opportunity to learn how to boost marketing performance within your team. Dates for 2026 have not yet been announced.
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Thank you so much for sharing this excellent comprehensive list. It’s very helpful for all professionals working in the e-commerce industry.
I also wanted to put another exciting event on your radar—CommerceNow 2024 (2checkout.com/lp/commerce-now2024.html), which will take place this June 19th–20th.
It is a global virtual event focused on digital commerce for SaaS and online businesses. The two-day event will feature 14+ hyper-focused sessions on how to drive growth, conversion optimization, and retention.
There’s also a fantastic line-up this year, featuring industry experts from companies such as AGConsult, Elumynt, Anicca Digital, Zimana, and many more, ready to take the stage to talk about the future of digital commerce.
The event is FREE to attend and accessible from any desktop or mobile device, wherever you are in the world! If you like it, maybe add it to your list as well.
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