Conferences have been top of mind recently, especially the ones that bring together the brightest minds in marketing and creation. As a remote team with global collaboration, there’s something special about face-to-face meetings that can’t be replicated online. Attendees can gain valuable education and networking opportunities from the right conference.
If you’re considering attending a conference in 2025, here are some top picks that cover relevant topics, boast great speaker lineups, and offer networking opportunities:
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Creator Economy Live
- Date: Feb 4-5, 2025
- Location: Caesars Forum, Las Vegas
- Price: $999-2,099
- Best for: Creators looking to connect with decision-makers and influencer marketing pros
- Highlights: Deep dive into the creator economy, with valuable insights for creators, agency reps, and marketing professionals.
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SXSW Austin
- Dates: March 7–15, 2025
- Location: Austin, Texas
- Price: $895-2,195
- Best for: Creators and marketers interested in digital innovation, culture, and technology trends
- Highlights: Dynamic space for creative and tech professionals, with a focus on social media, content creation, and digital innovation.
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Social Media Marketing World
- Date: March 30–April 1, 2025
- Location: San Diego Convention Center, California; Virtual
- Price: $497-1,497
- Best for: Marketing professionals, social media managers, and small business owners
- Highlights: Practical training to enhance social media strategies, with insights from industry leaders.
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AdWeek’s Social Media Week
- Date: May 12-14, 2025
- Location: Metropolitan Pavilion, New York
- Price: $935-1,359
- Best for: CMOs, social media strategists, creators, and brand marketers
- Highlights: Insights from top minds in social media, branding, and pop culture, with strategies to stay ahead in the industry.
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SocialDay
- Date: May 20-22, 2025
- Location: Phantom Peak, London, United Kingdom
- Price: £350-3,500
- Best for: Social media professionals, content creators, and digital strategists
- Highlights: Top social media marketing conference in the UK, covering trends, skills, and industry connections.
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SXSW London
- Date: June 2-7, 2025
- Location: Shoreditch, London, United Kingdom
- Price: £520-1,040
- Best for: Creators, tech entrepreneurs, and marketers
- Highlights: Hub for creators and technologists in Europe, focusing on creativity, technology, and culture.
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Cannes Lions Creator Track
- Date: June 16-20, 2025
- Location: Cannes, France
- Price: €1,183 for Creator track
- Best for: Creators, marketers, and agency professionals focused on creative innovation
- Highlights: Ultimate celebration of creativity in communications, marketing, and media, with a focus on influencer marketing and brand storytelling.
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VidCon Anaheim
- Date: June 19-21, 2025
- Location: Anaheim, California
- Price: $125-1,230
- Best for: Digital creators, influencers, and fans
- Highlights: Gathering for creators and fans, offering insights on platform updates, audience engagement, and monetization.
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Content Entrepreneur Expo
- Date: August 24-26, 2025
- Location: Virtual
- Price: $695-995
- Best for: Content entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and digital business owners
- Highlights: Focus on building sustainable, scalable content businesses with workshops, networking, and insights from successful entrepreneurs.
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CreatorFest
- Date: October 24, 2025
- Location: London, United Kingdom
- Price: TBA
- Best for: Creators, marketers, and brand representatives focused on collaboration and growth
- Highlights: High-energy festival connecting creators with brands and industry leaders in Europe.
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Web Summit
- Date: November 10-13, 2025
- Location: Lisbon, Portugal
- Price: TBA
- Best for: Tech-savvy creators, entrepreneurs, and startup founders
- Highlights: Largest tech conference, offering sessions on digital content, creator platforms, and scaling startups.
- Spotlight Conference
- Date: October 29, 2025
- Location: Passenger Terminal Amsterdam (PTA), Netherlands
- Price: €99-849
- Best for: Digital marketers, in-house teams, agency professionals, and entrepreneurs
- Highlights: Actionable strategies, insights, and networking opportunities for marketing professionals.
These conferences offer valuable opportunities for education, networking, and growth in the marketing and creator industries. Stay tuned for announcements on upcoming events and be sure to plan your conference calendar for 2025!
