Searching for the best of the best conferences to attend this year? Look no further than our list of the top Music, Sports & Entertainment conferences happening in the Asia-Pacific Region.
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World Football Summit
10 December 2025 - 11 December 2025
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
World Football Summit (WFS) is a leading international organization that brings together forward-thinking ambassadors, speakers, brands, vendors, media, and rights holders to empower the global football industry.
Live Matters 2026
TBA 2026
Hong Kong, China
Live Matters 2026, the premier B2B conference for the live events industry, will dive into the future of live events, discover groundbreaking insights from industry leaders, network with peers, and experience the magic of a world-class circus venue.
Explore the latest trends in event technology, partnerships, AI, and Web3, across industries such as Music, Sport, Gaming and Media, and learn how to create innovative and unforgettable experiences.
SportNXT
TBA 2026
Melbourne, Australia
SportNXT is one of the world’s preeminent sports conferences and the leading sports summit in the Asia-Pacific region. The two-day live conference features an unparalleled group of domestic and global leaders, presenting both in-person and virtually, offering delegates and partners extraordinary insights from—and access to—the most credentialed voices in world sport and business.
Coliseum Summit ASIA
TBA 2026
TBA
Coliseum is a global series of stadium and arena business conferences, a sports venue news online-platform and an international publication dedicated to the various challenges of designing, constructing and operating of sports venues all around the world.
Bangkok Music City
24 January 2026 - 25 January 2026
Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok Music City is the “Asian Music Gateway,” a hub of creativity and opportunities, right in the heart of Bangkok. The conference brings together rising stars ready to shine on the international stage and music industry experts who share ideas and professional experiences.
Digital Marketing World Forum
February 2026 (TBA)
Singapore
Digital Marketing World Forum is the definitive exhibition and conference for senior marketing leaders and marketing technology. Experts will cover topics including AI, Data, CRM, Email, Automation, Sales Enablement, Digital Transformation, Content, Analytics, SEO, Affiliates, Social Media, Community, eCommerce, Omni-channel, Video, Communications , CX and more.
APAM 2026
23 February 2026 - 27 February 2026
Boorloo/Perth, Australia
The Australian Performing Arts Market (APAM) is a strategic initiative of Creative Australia, to showcase Australian and Aotearoa/New Zealand contemporary dance, theatre, music, emerging and experimental arts, nationally and internationally.
Digital Marketing Asia
18 March 2026
Bangkok, Thailand
This is where the region’s sharpest digital leaders, brand builders, and changemakers will come together to challenge playbooks, decode fast-shifting behaviors, and rewire strategies for a market where the customer attention is fleeting and expectations are sky-high. From disrupted paths-to-purchase to AI-fuelled experiences and brand performances, DMA Thailand 2026 is where the next wave of marketing will get built.
Sportel Asia
24 March 2026 - 25 March 2026
Singapore
SPORTEL Singapore will offer a premium 2-day marketplace and conference summit, gathering key decision-makers from across the international sports media, broadcast, and technology sectors, with a strong focus on expanding opportunities in Asia and beyond.
Content Summit Australia
31 March 2026 - 1 April 2026
Brisbane, Australia
Content Summit Australia is where marketers, strategists and creatives come together to talk all things content - from brand storytelling and strategy to social, video, design and audience engagement.
Convening APAC 2026
12 April 2026 - 14 April 2026
Singapore
Join Asia Pacific’s most forward- thinking leaders in business events, brand experience, and beyond as they explore how to combine the precision of technology with the art of humanity-creating events that engage, inspire, and connect.
G2E Asia
12 May 2026 - 14 May 2026
Macao, China
G2E Asia is the international gaming trade show and conference for the Asian gaming industry. Organized by the American Gaming Association (AGA) and Reed Exhibitions, G2E Asia made its debut in 2007, defining itself as the preeminent show for the Asian gaming–entertainment industry.
BroadcastAsia
20 May 2026 - 22 May 2026
Singapore
BroadcastAsia serves as the premier gathering for Asia’s broadcast, media, and entertainment professionals, providing a platform where the industry’s key players converge to shape the future of broadcast. Whether you’re a broadcaster, content creator, or solution provider, this is your opportunity to connect with industry leaders, discover new solutions, and gain the insights needed to lead in a changing world.
Regional Music Summit
Summer 2026 (TBA)
Mount Gambier, Australia
Join us in 2026 to discover new solutions and collaborations as we continue to work together to map an ambitious plan for regional and remote music. Date and specific location to be announced soon.
IAAPA Expo Asia
June 9, 2026 - June 12, 2026
Hong Kong, China
Expand your knowledge on industry trends, best practices, emerging tech, and more during the Education conference at IAAPA Expo Asia 2026.
iMedia Future of Marketing Summit
24 August 2026 - 26 August 2026
Gold Coast, Australia
For over twenty years, iMedia's marketing and brand summits have been at the forefront of curating impactful forums for collaboration, hosting thought leadership-driven summits that unite leaders in brand, marketing and digital innovation. Attendees will benefit from networking opportunities and 1:1 meetings.
SXSW Sydney
October 2026 (TBA)
Gold Coast, Australia
The SXSW Sydney Conference is where the world’s brightest minds and boldest ideas converge in the Asia-Pacific. Across five days, creators, innovators, and leaders from every corner of the globe gather to share insights, spark collaborations and shape the future of their industries.
Australian Festival Industry Conference
September 2026 (TBA)
Brisbane, QLD, Australia
AFIC is the Asia Pacific’s leading industry meeting place for festival management personnel who deliver quality music, arts & culture, food & drink, ideas and sporting festivals.
It is the only conference in Australia dedicated exclusively to servicing the thousands of festival industry professionals that make up today’s landscape.
VMA Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Conference
September 2026 (TBA)
Sydney, NSW, Australia
For over 30 years, the Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress has been delivering a thought-provoking educational program, including international keynotes, motivational presentations, and diverse technical sessions. They feature high-profile national and international speakers, along with a fantastic social and networking program over three days.
BIGSOUND
1 September 2026 - 4 September 2026
Brisbane, QLD, Australia
BIGSOUND is the southern hemisphere’s biggest dedicated celebration of new music hosted by QMusic at Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley. Discover the future of music as over 150 artists showcase their talent in venues across Brisbane's iconic Fortitude Valley live music precinct.
Australian Performing Arts Exchange
7 September 2026 - 11 September 2026
Brisbane, Australia
The Australian Performing Arts Exchange (APAX) is the national market and professional development gathering of more than 450 performing arts workers to develop tours and cultivate the relationships that deliver presentation outcomes for audiences and communities across Australia.
All That Matters
October 2026 (TBA)
Singapore
Buckle up and enter the fast lane of Asian entertainment! All That Matters is your gateway to the APAC's powerhouse industries—Music, Sports, Gaming, Media, and Entertainment.
Perfectly timed for the Singapore F1 GP week, ATM goes beyond conferences. It's a high-octane experience where you connect, discuss, and debate with industry leaders across three days of compelling content and networking.
International Music Expo
October 2026 (TBA)
Shanghai, China
International Music Expo (IMX) stands as the singular event for music industry professionals in the world's 5th largest music market, China. It presents an unparalleled opportunity for industry professionals worldwide to foster new partnerships and business opportunities. For global artists, IMX Showcases serve as a gateway to monetize their talents in the burgeoning Chinese music market.
TheTicketingBusiness ASIA
October 2026 (TBA)
Hong Kong, China
TheTicketingBusiness brings together Asia’s entertainment and eCommerce ecosystems. Speakers from across the region will explore what’s happening across sales, marketing and engagement tech for arts, culture, sports, music, visitor attractions and experiences. This is an invite-only meeting of qualified industry professionals.
Ticketing Australia
November 2026 (TBA)
Parramatta, NSW, Australia
Over two days, ticketing professionals from across Australia will join with international colleagues to educate, inspire, and grow the industry. This conference focuses on discovering what’s new, learning from industry peers, and forming lasting connections.
