The Future is Virtual: Top Metaverse Conferences for 2025 & 2026

Metaverse Planet April 19, 2024Last Updated: August 23, 2025

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As the lines between the physical and digital worlds continue to blur, the metaverse remains a critical frontier for innovation. This landscape, encompassing everything from virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) to Web3 and digital economies, is rapidly evolving. For professionals, developers, and enthusiasts looking to stay ahead of the curve, industry conferences are essential.

Here is a guide to the key metaverse-focused events for 2025 and 2026 that will explore the future of immersive experiences.

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Highlight Metaverse Conferences of 2025

2025 is set to be a foundational year for the metaverse, with a focus on practical applications, enterprise solutions, and the next generation of hardware.

Conference Name	Dates	Location	Key Focus Areas
CES 2025	January 7-10	Las Vegas, USA	While a broad tech show, its AR/VR and metaverse section is a premier showcase for new hardware and platforms.
VR/AR Global Summit	March 5-7	Lisbon, Portugal	A key event focusing on the business and enterprise applications of VR/AR and metaverse technologies.
NVIDIA GTC 2025	March (Expected)	San Jose, USA & Virtual	A critical conference for developers and creators working on high-fidelity virtual worlds and simulations using Omniverse.
AWE USA 2025	June 18-20	Long Beach, USA	The world’s leading conference and expo for Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and XR (Extended Reality).
NFT.NYC	June (Expected)	New York City, USA	While NFT-focused, it features a significant track on the role of digital assets and identity in the metaverse.
Gamescom	August 20-24	Cologne, Germany	Europe’s leading trade fair for digital games culture, with a growing emphasis on metaverse gaming platforms.
TOKEN2049 Singapore	September (Expected)	Singapore	Major Web3 event with a strong focus on metaverse economies, digital land, and decentralized virtual worlds.
AWE EU 2025	October (Expected)	Vienna, Austria	The European edition of the premier AR/VR conference, highlighting regional innovations and use cases.

2026 Outlook: Planning for the Next Wave

For 2026, the industry anticipates more mature platforms and a greater focus on interoperability and user-generated content. While some dates are still tentative, you can expect these major annual events to continue leading the conversation.

Conference Name	Estimated Dates	Likely Location	Expected Focus Areas
CES 2026	January	Las Vegas, USA	A first look at the consumer-facing metaverse hardware and software that will define the year.
VR/AR Global Summit	February/March	(Often Europe)	Continued focus on ROI and scaling enterprise metaverse solutions in training, design, and collaboration.
NVIDIA GTC 2026	March	San Jose, USA & Virtual	The cutting-edge of AI’s role in creating and populating realistic, persistent virtual worlds.
AWE USA 2026	June	(Typically USA)	The essential gathering for the entire XR ecosystem, from startups to tech giants.
NFT.NYC	June	New York City, USA	Exploring the evolution of digital ownership and its integration into mainstream metaverse platforms.
Gamescom	August	Cologne, Germany	Showcasing the convergence of AAA gaming and persistent, social metaverse experiences.
AWE EU 2026	October	(Typically Europe)	A deep dive into the European metaverse market, including policy, privacy, and industrial applications.
Decentraland Metaverse Music Festival	Fall (Expected)	Virtual	A leading example of large-scale cultural events happening entirely within a decentralized virtual world.

Disclaimer: The dates and locations for 2026 are based on previous event schedules and are subject to change. It is highly recommended to check the official conference websites for the most up-to-date information before making any arrangements.w conferences are being announced all the time. So be sure to do your research to find the conferences that are right for you.