Mobile Industry Conferences & Events 2026: The Complete Guide

Last updated: 19 June 2026. Curated by the Mobile Industry Review editorial team.

We've mapped out the mobile industry calendar for the rest of 2026: 63 events across 23 countries, from London to Riyadh to Berlin. Whether you're tracking 5G and telecoms infrastructure, mobile app development, gaming, payments, or IoT, this guide has you covered. Running an event we've missed? Drop us a line.

Q2 · Apr–Jun (3) Q3 · Jul–Sep (8) Q4 · Oct–Dec (25) Past FAQ

Q2 · April–June

Q2 (April to June) features 3 mobile industry events across 3 countries. Key events include GITEX AI Europe 2026 in Berlin (10000+ attendees), DTW Ignite 2026 in Copenhagen (3000+ attendees) and EAI MobiHealth 2026 in Heraklion (200+ attendees).

DTW Ignite 2026

23–25 June 2026 · 🇩🇰 Copenhagen, Denmark · 3000+ attendees

Telecom digital transformation · AI

EAI MobiHealth 2026

24–26 June 2026 · 🇬🇷 Heraklion, Greece · 200+ attendees

Wireless mobile communication · healthcare

GITEX AI Europe 2026

30 June – 1 July 2026 · 🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany · 10000+ attendees · From €2,000

AI · mobile tech · cybersecurity

Q3 · July–September

Q3 (July to September) features 8 mobile industry events across 5 countries. Key events include IBC 2026 in Amsterdam (43000+ attendees), Connected Britain 2026 in London (8000+ attendees) and Money20/20 Middle East in Riyadh (5000+ attendees).

App Growth Summit Berlin

8–9 July 2026 · 🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany · 250+ attendees · Invite-only; free for publishers

App marketing · user acquisition

App Growth Summit London

3 September 2026 · 🇬🇧 London, UK · 250+ attendees · Invite-only; free for publishers

App marketing · user acquisition

iOSDevUK 2026

7–10 September 2026 · 🇬🇧 Aberystwyth, UK · 200+ attendees

iOS development · Swift

Gamesforum London 2026

7–8 September 2026 · 🇬🇧 London, UK · 250+ attendees · Paid for publishers/developers

Mobile gaming · UA · ad monetisation

Connected Britain 2026

9–10 September 2026 · 🇬🇧 London, UK · 8000+ attendees

UK connectivity · broadband · 5G

IBC 2026

11–14 September 2026 · 🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands · 43000+ attendees · Free/low-cost expo; paid conference

Broadcasting · mobile streaming

Money20/20 Middle East

14–16 September 2026 · 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · 5000+ attendees

Fintech · mobile payments

NSSpain XIII 2026

17–18 September 2026 · 🇪🇸 Logroño, Spain · 200+ attendees

iOS and macOS development

Q4 · October–December

Q4 (October to December) features 25 mobile industry events across 12 countries. Key events include GITEX Global 2026 in Dubai (200000+ attendees), Black Hat MEA 2026 in Riyadh (40000+ attendees) and Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona (25000+ attendees).

next.app devcon

7–9 October 2026 · 🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany · 6000+ attendees · €169 to €399

Mobile app development · Android · Flutter

Network X 2026

13–15 October 2026 · 🇦🇹 Vienna, Austria · 5500+ attendees

Telecoms · 5G · fibre · AI

Cybertech Europe 2026

13–14 October 2026 · 🇮🇹 Rome, Italy · 1000+ attendees

Cybersecurity · mobile security

PG Connects Nordics 2026

13–14 October 2026 · 🇫🇮 Helsinki, Finland · 1500+ attendees

Mobile gaming · investment

Capacity Europe 2026

13–15 October 2026 · 🇬🇧 London, UK · 3500+ attendees

Telecom wholesale · connectivity

SwiftLeeds 2026

13–14 October 2026 · 🇬🇧 Leeds, UK · 200+ attendees

iOS and Swift development

IoT Tech Expo Europe 2026

20–21 October 2026 · 🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands · 8000+ attendees · Free expo; paid conference

IoT · digital twins · enterprise connectivity

AppGala Conference Barcelona

22 October 2026 · 🇪🇸 Barcelona, Spain · 150+ attendees

App marketing · user acquisition

it-sa Expo&Congress 2026

27–29 October 2026 · 🇩🇪 Nuremberg, Germany · 15000+ attendees

IT security · mobile security

Pragma Conference 2026

29–31 October 2026 · 🇮🇹 Bologna, Italy · 300+ attendees

iOS · macOS · Apple development

Middle East GCCM 2026

1–4 November 2026 · 🇴🇲 Muscat, Oman · 1000+ attendees

Telecom wholesale · carrier connectivity

Smart City Expo World Congress

3–5 November 2026 · 🇪🇸 Barcelona, Spain · 25000+ attendees

Smart cities · IoT · urban innovation

MWC Doha 2026

8–11 November 2026 · 🇶🇦 Doha, Qatar · 9500+ attendees

5G · AI · digital transformation

Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo

9–12 November 2026 · 🇪🇸 Barcelona, Spain · 6000+ attendees

IT strategy · enterprise mobility

Do iOS 2026

10–12 November 2026 · 🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands · 200+ attendees

iOS development · Swift

Business of Apps Berlin

12 November 2026 · 🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany · 1000+ attendees

App marketing · growth · product

PG Connects Jordan 2026

15 November 2026 · 🇯🇴 Aqaba, Jordan · 500+ attendees

Mobile gaming · MENA games market

Connected World KSA 2026

17–18 November 2026 · 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · 2000+ attendees

Telecoms · digital infrastructure

Slush 2026

18–19 November 2026 · 🇫🇮 Helsinki, Finland · 13000+ attendees · From ~$900

Startups · tech innovation · investment

droidcon Italy 2026

19–20 November 2026 · 🇮🇹 Turin, Italy · 500+ attendees

Android development

DMWF Europe

24–25 November 2026 · 🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands · 1500+ attendees

Digital marketing · mobile advertising

Black Hat MEA 2026

1–3 December 2026 · 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · 40000+ attendees · Free expo; paid conference

Cybersecurity · mobile security

Black Hat Europe 2026

7–10 December 2026 · 🇬🇧 London, UK · 3000+ attendees

Cybersecurity · infosec

GITEX Global 2026

7–11 December 2026 · 🇦🇪 Dubai, UAE · 200000+ attendees

Mobile tech · AI · 5G · IoT

droidcon London 2026

10–11 December 2026 · 🇬🇧 London, UK · 1000+ attendees

Android app development

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GITEX Africa 2026

7–9 April 2026 · 🇲🇦 Marrakech, Morocco · 30000+ attendees · Free visitor passes early; paid delegate

Mobile tech · AI · digital economy

Android Makers by droidcon

9–10 April 2026 · 🇫🇷 Paris, France · 1000+ attendees · Paid; early bird available

Android development · Kotlin

LEAP 2026

13–16 April 2026 · 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · 200000+ attendees · Free general pass; VIP from $2,800

5G · AI · mobile innovation

FTTH Conference 2026

14–16 April 2026 · 🇬🇧 London, UK · 3000+ attendees

Fibre networks · 5G backhaul

Gamesforum Cyprus 2026

15–16 April 2026 · 🇨🇾 Limassol, Cyprus · 250+ attendees · From €200 for publishers

Mobile gaming · UA · ad monetisation

Business of Apps London

23 April 2026 · 🇬🇧 London, UK · 1000+ attendees · Paid; free for select publishers

App marketing · product-led growth

iOSKonf 2026

4–6 May 2026 · 🇲🇰 Skopje, North Macedonia · 300–500 attendees · Paid; giveaways available

iOS · Swift · Apple ecosystem

DMWF Global

6–7 May 2026 · 🇬🇧 London, UK · 2000+ attendees

Mobile marketing · digital advertising

FutureNet MENA 2026

12–13 May 2026 · 🇦🇪 Dubai, UAE · 500+ attendees · Paid; free for CSPs

Network automation · AI in telecoms

Swift Craft 2026

18–20 May 2026 · 🇬🇧 Folkestone, UK · 300+ attendees

Swift programming · iOS development

ANGA COM 2026

19–21 May 2026 · 🇩🇪 Cologne, Germany · 20000+ attendees · Low-cost expo; paid conference

Broadband · cable · 5G

Dubai GameExpo Summit

20–21 May 2026 · 🇦🇪 Dubai, UAE · 1300+ attendees · Paid; early bird available

Mobile gaming · esports · investment

M360 Eurasia 2026

20–21 May 2026 · 🇺🇿 Samarkand, Uzbekistan · 1000+ attendees

5G · digital policy · connectivity

Digital Health World Congress

26–27 May 2026 · 🇬🇧 London, UK · 500+ attendees

mHealth · digital healthcare · AI

PG Connects Summit Malmö

27–28 May 2026 · 🇸🇪 Malmö, Sweden · 500+ attendees · Paid; subsidised indie tickets

Mobile gaming · investment

Programmatic Pioneers Summit

2–3 June 2026 · 🇬🇧 London, UK · 500+ attendees · Paid; free for brand marketers

Programmatic advertising · mobile ad-tech

EuCNC & 6G Summit 2026

2–5 June 2026 · 🇪🇸 Málaga, Spain · 500–1000 attendees

5G/6G systems · telecom research

Money20/20 Europe 2026

2–4 June 2026 · 🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands · 7400+ attendees · From €3,395 (early bird)

Mobile payments · fintech

mDevCamp 2026

3–4 June 2026 · 🇨🇿 Prague, Czech Republic · 600+ attendees

iOS · Android · Flutter development

App Growth Summit Paris

4 June 2026 · 🇫🇷 Paris, France · 250+ attendees · Invite-only; free for publishers

App marketing · user acquisition

MOVE Middle East 2026

9–10 June 2026 · 🇦🇪 Dubai, UAE · 2000+ attendees · Paid delegate; free expo

Mobility tech · smart infrastructure

Gamesforum Hamburg 2026

9–10 June 2026 · 🇩🇪 Hamburg, Germany · 250+ attendees · Paid for publishers/developers

Mobile gaming · UA · ad monetisation

AppGala Conference Warsaw

11 June 2026 · 🇵🇱 Warsaw, Poland · 200+ attendees

App marketing · UA scaling

HLTH Europe 2026

15–18 June 2026 · 🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands · 3000+ attendees

Digital health · mHealth

PG Connects Barcelona 2026

15–16 June 2026 · 🇪🇸 Barcelona, Spain · 1000+ attendees · From £300

Mobile gaming · investment

MWC Kigali 2026

16–18 June 2026 · 🇷🇼 Kigali, Rwanda · 3000+ attendees

Mobile connectivity · 5G in Africa

MOVE 2026

17–18 June 2026 · 🇬🇧 London, UK · 5000+ attendees

Mobility tech · connected transport

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the biggest mobile industry conferences in 2026?

The largest mobile industry conferences in 2026 by expected attendance are:

GITEX Global 2026 in Dubai (200000+ attendees, 7–11 December 2026)
IBC 2026 in Amsterdam (43000+ attendees, 11–14 September 2026)
Black Hat MEA 2026 in Riyadh (40000+ attendees, 1–3 December 2026)
Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona (25000+ attendees, 3–5 November 2026)
it-sa Expo&Congress 2026 in Nuremberg (15000+ attendees, 27–29 October 2026)

These events bring together mobile operators, device manufacturers, app developers, and technology leaders from across the industry.

Which cities host the most mobile industry events in 2026?

The leading mobile event destinations in 2026 are: London (6 events), Berlin (4 events), Amsterdam (4 events), Riyadh (3 events). London is the dominant hub for mobile and telecoms conferences, while Berlin, Dubai, and Barcelona are key destinations for app development and mobile gaming events.

What mobile industry conferences are happening in the UK in 2026?

There are 8 mobile industry conferences in the UK in 2026:

App Growth Summit London in London (3 September 2026)
iOSDevUK 2026 in Aberystwyth (7–10 September 2026)
Gamesforum London 2026 in London (7–8 September 2026)
Connected Britain 2026 in London (9–10 September 2026)
Capacity Europe 2026 in London (13–15 October 2026)
SwiftLeeds 2026 in Leeds (13–14 October 2026)
Black Hat Europe 2026 in London (7–10 December 2026)
droidcon London 2026 in London (10–11 December 2026)

Topics span 5G connectivity, mobile app development, telecoms infrastructure, mobile gaming, digital health, and cybersecurity.

What mobile conferences are happening in the Middle East in 2026?

The Middle East hosts 7 mobile industry events in 2026 across Riyadh, Muscat, Doha, Aqaba, Dubai:

Money20/20 Middle East in Riyadh (14–16 September 2026)
Middle East GCCM 2026 in Muscat (1–4 November 2026)
MWC Doha 2026 in Doha (8–11 November 2026)
PG Connects Jordan 2026 in Aqaba (15 November 2026)
Connected World KSA 2026 in Riyadh (17–18 November 2026)
Black Hat MEA 2026 in Riyadh (1–3 December 2026)
GITEX Global 2026 in Dubai (7–11 December 2026)

The region continues to invest heavily in 5G infrastructure, smart city technology, and mobile innovation.

Are there any free mobile industry conferences in 2026?

Yes, 5 upcoming mobile events offer free admission or free expo passes:

App Growth Summit Berlin in Berlin (8–9 July 2026)
App Growth Summit London in London (3 September 2026)
IBC 2026 in Amsterdam (11–14 September 2026)
IoT Tech Expo Europe 2026 in Amsterdam (20–21 October 2026)
Black Hat MEA 2026 in Riyadh (1–3 December 2026)

Some require pre-registration or qualification as industry professionals for complimentary access.

Which mobile conferences have open calls for speakers?

There are currently no open calls for speakers listed. Conference organisers typically open CFPs 4–6 months before the event. Check back regularly or contact us if you know of an open CFP we should list.

What mobile industry conferences are happening in Europe in 2026?

Europe hosts 21 mobile industry events in 2026 across Denmark, Greece, Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Austria, Italy, Finland:

DTW Ignite 2026 in Copenhagen (23–25 June 2026)
EAI MobiHealth 2026 in Heraklion (24–26 June 2026)
GITEX AI Europe 2026 in Berlin (30 June – 1 July 2026)
App Growth Summit Berlin in Berlin (8–9 July 2026)
IBC 2026 in Amsterdam (11–14 September 2026)
NSSpain XIII 2026 in Logroño (17–18 September 2026)
next.app devcon in Berlin (7–9 October 2026)
Network X 2026 in Vienna (13–15 October 2026)
Cybertech Europe 2026 in Rome (13–14 October 2026)
PG Connects Nordics 2026 in Helsinki (13–14 October 2026)
IoT Tech Expo Europe 2026 in Amsterdam (20–21 October 2026)
AppGala Conference Barcelona in Barcelona (22 October 2026)
it-sa Expo&Congress 2026 in Nuremberg (27–29 October 2026)
Pragma Conference 2026 in Bologna (29–31 October 2026)
Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona (3–5 November 2026)
Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo in Barcelona (9–12 November 2026)
Do iOS 2026 in Amsterdam (10–12 November 2026)
Business of Apps Berlin in Berlin (12 November 2026)
Slush 2026 in Helsinki (18–19 November 2026)
droidcon Italy 2026 in Turin (19–20 November 2026)
DMWF Europe in Amsterdam (24–25 November 2026)

Know of a conference we should add? Let us know. This guide is updated regularly throughout the year.