2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for affiliate marketing, and for advertisers, the opportunities to connect, learn, and scale have never been greater. From global summits in Las Vegas and Dubai to regional hubs in Europe, Latin America, and Asia, the affiliate marketing calendar is packed with events designed to drive partnerships, uncover innovative strategies, and maximize ROI. Whether you’re looking to meet top-performing publishers, explore emerging markets, or stay ahead of industry trends, these must-attend events will give you the insights and connections to take your campaigns to the next level.

Affiliate Summit West
January 12–14, 2026 — Las Vegas, USA
Affiliate Summit West (ASW) is one of the largest global gatherings of advertisers, affiliates, networks, and technology partners. Attendees can launch new campaigns, discover emerging tools, and build high-value connections early in the year.

ICE & iGB Affiliate Barcelona
January 19–21 & 20–21, 2026 — Barcelona, Spain
Held back-to-back in Barcelona, these events gather thousands of iGaming and affiliate professionals. Advertisers can explore regulated markets, operator partnerships, and monetization strategies across Europe.

SiGMA Eurasia Summit
February 9–11, 2026 — Dubai, UAE
SiGMA Eurasia brings affiliates, fintech innovators, operators, and advertisers together in Dubai, a strategic hub for EMEA-APAC partnerships. The agenda combines market trend analysis with cross-border business opportunities.

Affiliate World Dubai
March 4–5, 2026 — Dubai, UAE
Affiliate World Dubai attracts global brands, traffic partners, and technology providers. It is a concentrated two-day environment for forging deals, learning scaling tactics, and benchmarking performance marketing strategies.

TES Affiliate Conference
March 9–12, 2026 — Marbella, Spain
TES focuses on community-driven insights across eCommerce, digital entertainment, and affiliate operations. Advertisers can participate in practical sessions and face-to-face networking.

LeadsCon 2026
April 22–24, 2026 — Las Vegas, USA
LeadsCon delivers intensive focus on lead generation, conversion optimization, and performance partnerships, valuable for advertisers looking to scale ROI-driven campaigns and affiliate funnels.

SiGMA Americas
April 6–9, 2026 — São Paulo, Brazil
SiGMA Americas blends affiliate marketing with iGaming and tech innovation in Latin America. Advertisers can explore regional expansion and partnership models in emerging markets.

MAC Affiliate Conference
May 25–27, 2026 — Yerevan, Armenia
MAC offers a focused deep-dive into performance marketing, blockchain traffic strategies, and affiliate scaling techniques. Its boutique format allows intimate engagement with industry leaders.

Affiliate World Europe
June 29–30, 2026 — Budapest, Hungary
Affiliate World Europe gathers thousands of industry stakeholders for workshops, expo booths, and partnership pitches in Central Europe’s business hub.

Affiliate Summit East
July 27–28, 2026 — New York City, USA
ASE focuses on networking, partnership building, and campaign strategy discussions. It is ideal for brands to meet publishers, tech partners, and performance networks.

TES Affiliate Conference Prague
September 4–7, 2026 — Prague, Czech Republic
This European edition of TES expands on the Marbella format with extended sessions and networking across eCommerce, gaming, and affiliate verticals.

DMEXCO 2026
September 16–17, 2026 — Cologne, Germany
DMEXCO is Europe’s premier digital marketing tech summit. Advertisers will find innovation showcases, data-driven approaches, and cross-channel strategy sessions that can elevate performance campaigns.

SiGMA Europe
November 2–5, 2026 — Rome, Italy
SiGMA Europe is a major affiliate marketing and iGaming gathering in Europe, providing opportunities for brand-partner matchmaking, regulatory insights, and cross-border scaling.

Affiliate World Asia
December 9–10, 2026 — Bangkok, Thailand
Affiliate World Asia closes the year with strategic planning, trend forecasting, and partnership building, helping advertisers prepare for the 2027 season.

Plan early as sponsorship and speaking slots open months in advance. Mix global and regional events to gain insights from NYC, Dubai, Europe, and Asia. Align event participation with strategy: some shows focus on broad digital marketing while others are core affiliate ecosystems.