Biggest Tech Events & Conferences in 2026 (Full Calendar with Countdowns)
Every major tech conference and event in 2026 — CES, MWC, Google I/O, WWDC, AWS re:Invent, and more. Live countdown timers for each event.
Whether you're a developer, entrepreneur, tech enthusiast, or just someone who likes knowing when the next big product announcement is happening, 2026 has a packed calendar of tech events. From Apple's WWDC to AWS re:Invent, these conferences shape the technology we all use.
Here's every major tech event in 2026, organized chronologically, with live countdowns for the ones still ahead.
Quick Reference: 2026 Tech Event Calendar
| Date | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 7–10 | CES 2026 | Las Vegas ✅ |
| Feb 23–26 | MWC Barcelona | Barcelona ✅ |
| Mar 25 | Samsung Unpacked (S26) | Various ✅ |
| May 19–21 | Microsoft Build | Seattle |
| May 20–22 | Google I/O | Mountain View |
| Jun 8–12 | Apple WWDC | Cupertino |
| Sep 24–26 | Meta Connect | TBD |
| Oct 2026 | GitHub Universe | San Francisco |
| Nov 30–Dec 4 | AWS re:Invent | Las Vegas |
Already Happened
CES 2026 — January 7–10, 2026
The Consumer Electronics Show kicked off the year in Las Vegas as always. CES 2026 featured AI-powered everything, next-gen displays, robotics, and automotive tech. Over 100,000 attendees got a preview of the technology that will define the rest of 2026.
Completed — January 7–10, 2026
MWC Barcelona — February 23–26, 2026
Mobile World Congress brought the global mobile industry to Barcelona. Highlights included new smartphone announcements, 6G research previews, and AI integration across mobile platforms. Samsung, Qualcomm, and other industry leaders showcased their latest innovations.
Completed — February 23–26, 2026
Samsung Unpacked (Galaxy S26 Launch) — March 25, 2026
Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S26 series at its spring Unpacked event. The S26 Ultra introduced significant camera and AI improvements. The phones went on sale March 11 in most markets.
Completed — March 2026
Upcoming Events
Microsoft Build — May 19–21, 2026
Microsoft's annual developer conference is where the company showcases new tools, platforms, and AI capabilities for developers. Expect major updates to Azure, Copilot, Windows, and the broader Microsoft development ecosystem. After the massive push into AI in 2024-2025, Build 2026 is expected to show the next evolution of AI-integrated development.
Dates: May 19–21, 2026 — Seattle, WA
Google I/O — May 20–22, 2026
Google's developer conference overlaps with Build this year, creating a fascinating tech conference showdown. Expect updates to Android, Gemini AI, Google Cloud, Chrome, and the broader Google ecosystem. The keynote is always a must-watch for anyone in tech.
Dates: May 20–22, 2026 — Mountain View, CA
Apple WWDC 2026 — June 8–12, 2026
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference is confirmed for the week of June 8. This is where Apple previews iOS 20, macOS 17, watchOS 13, visionOS 3, and new developer tools. The Day 1 keynote is appointment viewing for anyone in the Apple ecosystem.
WWDC is also where Apple occasionally announces surprise hardware. For a deep dive on Apple's 2026 plans, check our complete Apple product launches guide.
Dates: June 8–12, 2026 — Apple Park, Cupertino + Online
Meta Connect — September 24–26, 2026
Meta's annual developer conference focuses on VR, AR, mixed reality, and the metaverse. Expect updates to Quest headsets, Horizon Worlds, Meta AI, and the company's vision for spatial computing. The Quest platform continues to dominate the VR market, making this event critical for developers in the space.
Expected: September 24–26, 2026
GitHub Universe — October 2026
GitHub's annual conference brings together millions of developers (virtually and in person) for announcements around GitHub Copilot, Actions, Codespaces, and the future of AI-assisted development. Given how much Copilot has changed the developer workflow, Universe 2026 could be one of the most impactful editions yet.
Expected: October 2026 — San Francisco
AWS re:Invent — November 30 – December 4, 2026
The cloud computing world's biggest event. AWS re:Invent takes over Las Vegas every year with hundreds of sessions, keynotes, and product launches. If you work in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, or enterprise tech, this is the event you don't miss.
Expected: November 30 – December 4, 2026 — Las Vegas
Other Notable Tech Events in 2026
- GDC (Game Developers Conference) — March, San Francisco (already passed)
- RSA Conference — May, San Francisco (cybersecurity)
- Computex — June, Taipei (hardware and components)
- IFA Berlin — September (consumer electronics, European CES)
- Web Summit — November, Lisbon (startups and tech)
- re:Mars / AI conferences — Various dates (AI-focused events continue to multiply)
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