International Web Design Events & Conferences 2026

By Gavin Kilgallon on Thursday, 5 February 2026

Building on the popularity of our previous insights article about London-based web conferences in 2025, we decided to produce one covering events worldwide in 2026. There are too many to include in a single piece, so we will select a few that are most relevant to web agencies like ID Studio.

Web Summit Qatar

URL:https://qatar.websummit.com
Date: February 1–4, 2026.
Location: Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC), Doha, Qatar.
Description: An estimated 25,000+ attendees will join, making it one of the biggest start-up events in the Middle East. Speakers include the TikTok president, the Prime Minister of Qatar, and the founder of Scale AI. The summit is well known for its networking and discussions on the latest web technologies.
Cost: Based on 2025 pricing for Web Summit events, early-bird tickets typically range from $500–$1,500 USD, with premium passes up to $5,000 USD. Exact 2026 pricing TBD

WebExpo Conference

URL:https://webexpo.net
Date: May 27–29, 2026 (projected, based on 2025 event)
Location: Prague, Czech Republic
Description: The webexpo features expert speakers discussing UI and UX, AI, marketing, general web development, and more. It has been running since 2008, with over 70 speakers at the 2025 conference.
Cost: Estimated €200–€500 (€ 210–€ 530 USD), based on 2025 pricing for early-bird to regular tickets. Premium workshops may cost extra. Exact 2026 costs TBD.

International Conference on Web Services (ICWS 2026)

URL:https://waset.org/web-services-conference-in-march-2026-in-paris
Date: March 29–30, 2026.
Location: Paris, France.
Description: The event is organised by the World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology (WASET) and will discuss new trends and technologies, bringing together academics from around the world.
Cost: WASET conferences typically charge $450–$800 USD for registration, depending on whether you register early or at the regular rate. Exact 2026 costs TBD

The ACM Web Conference 2026 (TheWebConf 2026)

URL:https://thewebconf.org/
Date: April 13–17, 2026.
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Description:
Cost: Based on 2024/2025 conferences, registration typically ranges from $600–$1,200 USD for full conference access (non-student, in-person), with student rates around $300–$600 USD. Exact 2026 costs TBD.

Web Summit Rio

URL:https://rio.websummit.com
Date: June 8–11, 2026
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Description: An annual event that focuses on the future of the World Wide Web. Past summits usually feature research and demonstrations, with topics often covering AI, standards, and computer sciences.
Cost: Based on 2025 pricing, tickets range from $600–$2,000 USD, with premium options higher. Exact 2026 pricing TBD

International Conference on Digital Information Management (ICDIM 2026)

URL:https://waset.org/ (specific 2026 URL TBD)
Date: July 24–25, 2026 (projected, based on the 2025 event in Tokyo)
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Description: Another conference that discusses web standards and the management of digital information. Participants usually comprise researchers and data management professionals.
Cost: WASET events typically cost $450–$800 USD. Exact 2026 pricing TBD; check the WASET website for updates.

International Conference on Internet of Things (ICIOT 2026)

URL:https://waset.org/internet-of-things-conference-in-october-2026-in-new-york
Date: October 7–8, 2026
Location: New York, USA
Description: The ICIOT hosts a conference to discuss the latest trends and topics in the internet. They are currently looking for contributors if this is of interest. Topics often include security and edge computing.
Cost: Estimated at $450–$800 USD based on WASET’s typical pricing. Exact costs TBD; refer to the WASET website.

WWW/Internet 2026 Conference

URL:https://www.internet-conf.org (based on 2025 edition)
Date: October 15–17, 2026 (projected, based on typical October/November scheduling)
Location: TBD (rotates globally; 2025 was in Zagreb, Croatia)
Description: Attracting an international group of researchers and practitioners, focusing on the societal aspects of the World Wide Web. This includes social media and its impact.
Cost: Based on past IADIS conferences, registration fees are typically €300–€600 (€ 320–€ 640 USD). Exact 2026 costs and location TBD; check the official website.

International Conference on Web Search and Data Mining (ICWSDM 2026)

URL:https://waset.org/ (specific 2026 URL TBD)
Date: December 16–17, 2026 (projected, based on the 2024 event in Macau)
Location: Macau, China
Description: With a focus on search algorithms and analytics, the conference attracts professionals interested in web search technologies. It also discusses machine learning, AI and customer behaviour through web data.
Cost: Likely $450–$800 USD, consistent with WASET’s pricing. Exact 2026 costs TBD; refer to the WASET website.

Important Note: This information has been gathered from online sources, including conference websites and historical event data. Dates and other details might change, so it’s best to check the official sites closer to the event for the most accurate info.