Europe is gearing up for a landmark year in AI innovation. With research breakthroughs, enterprise adoption, and ambitious deep techs shaping the continent’s technological direction, Europe’s 2026 is packed with world-class AI events – conferences, seminars, workshops, webinars, and more.
Right now, Europe is – literally – the place to be when it comes to artificial intelligence, so here’s our pick of the top 10 AI conferences in Europe in 2026, listed in chronological order.
1. AI & Big Data Expo Global (TechEx Europe)
When: February 4–5, 2026
Where: London, UK
Link: https://www.ai-expo.net/global/
Part of the TechEx Europe series, this Expo unites multiple co-located tech events, creating one of the largest multi-disciplinary digital innovation gatherings in Europe. Its focus spans AI, Big Data, IoT, cybersecurity, and next-generation digital infrastructure, offering unmatched opportunities for networking and cross-industry learning.
2. ETSI AI and Data Conference 2026
When: February 9–11, 2026
Where: Sophia Antipolis, France
Link: https://www.etsi.org/events/2591-etsi-ai-data-conference-2026
Hosted in Europe’s telecom standards capital, ETSI’s annual conference is a cornerstone event focused on AI governance, data standards, and technical interoperability. The 2026 edition will delve into transparency, data quality, and regulatory frameworks shaping the future of trustworthy AI. Its free admission draws a diverse audience from cybersecurity, cloud, telecom, and public-policy sectors.
3. 3rd International Summit on Robotics, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
When: April 20–22, 2026
Where: Frankfurt, Germany
Link: https://robotics2026.spectrumconferences.com/
A key scientific gathering for robotics and AI researchers, this summit brings together academics, engineers, and innovators pushing the boundaries of automation and applied machine learning. Attendees can expect research presentations, workshops, and technical sessions that explore the next wave of intelligent robotic systems.
4. Rise of AI conference
When: May 5–6, 2026
Where: Berlin, Germany & virtual
Link: https://riseof.ai/
Rise of AI is one of Europe’s most established AI-centric conferences, uniting policymakers, researchers, founders, and investors. In 2026, the event will tackle topics such as AI sovereignty, generative models, future regulation, and startup scaling across Europe. Its hybrid format ensures wide accessibility while keeping Berlin’s deep tech scene at its core.
5. AI Summit Europe 2026
When: May 6-8, 2026
Where: Riga, Latvia
Link: https://aisummiteurope.eu/
AI Summit Europe positions Riga as an emerging powerhouse in AI innovation. The conference focuses on enterprise deployment, data-driven transformation, and public-sector digitalisation. Expect Baltic and European leaders to share insights on scaling AI solutions in real-world environments.
6. AI WEEK Milan
When: May 19–20, 2026
Where: Milan, Italy
Link: https://www.aiweek.it/en/
AI WEEK is Milan’s flagship event exploring the intersection of AI, business, creativity, and ethics. The 2026 edition will feature thought-leading sessions on generative AI, automation, regulation, and sustainability, making it a key meeting point for both innovators and enterprise decision-makers.
7. MLcon 2026
When: June 22–26, 2026 (Expo: June 24–25)
Where: Munich, Germany or online
Link: https://mlconference.ai/
MLcon is Europe’s premier engineering-driven AI and ML conference, with a deep focus on MLOps, generative AI engineering, data infrastructure, and production-ready machine-learning pipelines. The 2026 edition offers hands-on workshops, technical tracks, and practical sessions for the builders of AI systems.
8. GITEX AI Europe
When: June 30–July 1, 2026
Where: Messe Berlin, Germany
Link: https://www.gitexeurope.com/
GITEX AI Europe brings the world-renowned GITEX innovation showcase to the European stage. Positioned at the intersection of deep tech, government strategy, and large-scale enterprise artificial intelligence, the event is set to feature future-defining exhibitions, startup zones, robotics demos, and policy-shaping discussions with global leaders.
9. 4th Tech Summit on Artificial Intelligence & Robotics
When: August 20–22, 2026
Where: Paris, France + virtual
Link: https://artificialintelligence.averconferences.com/
This hybrid summit bridges leading academic research with applied industrial robotics. In 2026, the program will highlight automation breakthroughs, human-machine collaboration, generative AI for robotics, and sector-specific applications across healthcare, manufacturing, and mobility. With its Paris venue and virtual access, it attracts a highly international audience.
10. Adopt AI
When: November 2026 (dates TBA)
Where: TBA
Link: https://adoptai.artefact.com/
Adopt AI is centered around helping enterprises scale AI adoption effectively and responsibly. The conference brings together industry leaders, practitioners, and policymakers for case studies, transformation strategies, and workshops that explore how to make AI deployment sustainable and impactful across organizations.
AI conferences in Europe – where the region’s next breakthroughs begin
AI events in Europe are multiplying every year, and this list is by no means exhaustive. If you know another must-visit AI conference in Europe that should be added to this article, don’t hesitate to reach out and drop us a line. We’d be happy to hear about AI conferences, meetups and exhibitions in different parts of Europe.
