The iGaming world moves fast, and 2026 is packed with events that actually matter. Conferences are where the real action happens: new partners, fresh traffic sources, smarter marketing ideas and a clear sense of where the industry is heading.

We pulled together a list of events worth adding to your calendar. It includes major iGaming shows, powerful marketing and affiliate summits and global meet-ups beyond Europe. We’ll be attending many of them, so if you want to connect, talk growth or explore new opportunities, these are the perfect places to do it.

Here’s a quick look at the conferences you should keep on your radar for 2026.

Affiliate Summit West 

This is one of the largest global affiliate-marketing events, bringing together affiliates, advertisers, networks and tech vendors for high-level networking and business growth. 
The agenda covers AI-driven acquisition strategies, next-gen partnerships, media-buying optimisation and performance campaigns. With thousands of attendees and peer companies, this event offers ample opportunity to form new traffic deals, launch campaigns and benchmark your partner programme. 
If your business focuses on affiliate growth, performance marketing or channel expansion (even from Europe into US), this is a key event to attend.

ICE Barcelona 

This global flagship event gathers hundreds of solution providers and gaming professionals from every corner of the industry, offering a dynamic platform for business growth, innovation and networking. Held at Fira Barcelona Gran Via, the show is structured to cover both land-based and online channels, allowing attendees to comprehensively survey the iGaming ecosystem.

With topics ranging from payments and cyber-fraud to eSports and lotteries, participants gain insights into emerging trends and regulatory shifts. Whether you’re a startup seeking exposure or an established player reinforcing your position, this event offers a unique intersection of exhibition, content and networking. 

iGB Affiliate 

This dedicated affiliate-event brings together leading affiliates, tech vendors and operators under one roof, offering a dynamic marketplace to build partnerships, scale traffic and launch new offers. With over 8,000 attendees, 200+ exhibitors and 50+ dedicated networking sessions, the event emphasizes performance marketing, funnel optimisation, affiliate networks and emerging traffic sources. 

It’s an ideal setting for companies looking to ramp up affiliate programs, connect with global publishers and generate long-term partnerships in the iGaming ecosystem. The Barcelona venue provides a strong backdrop for both business and networking in a prime European location.

SBC Summit Rio

A major iGaming & sports-betting conference in Latin America that features an “Affiliate Leaders” track and strong focus on traffic monetisation, affiliate marketing, regional regulation and Latin-American growth strategies. 
The Brazilian market is expanding rapidly, making this event relevant for companies looking to scale or explore LATAM traffic sources. Operators, affiliates, media-buyers and payment-vendors attend; the huge exhibition floor and large delegate numbers increase the chances of high-value connections beyond Europe.

Prague Gaming & TECH Summit

This boutique summit celebrates its 10th anniversary under the theme “Decoding the Future: 10 Years of Impact”. It brings together decision-makers across iGaming, tech, blockchain, AI, compliance and marketing in Central and Eastern Europe. With high-level panels on SEO/marketing, payments and fintech, it offers a unique chance to engage with senior professionals and forge meaningful partnerships.  
The intimate scale and strategic location make it particularly good for advertisers and affiliate marketers wanting access to emerging markets and tech-driven discussions. Its workshop-heavy format facilitates deep dives rather than broad superficial coverage. If your team focuses on marketing innovation, analytics, mobile traffic or regulatory-driven growth, this event offers strong value.

BiS SiGMA South America

A large-scale iGaming event in South America, blending operators, suppliers, affiliates and investors — with strong marketing and traffic-monetisation components. 
The event includes regional insights, affiliate strategies and Latin-American market trends, making it relevant for companies looking beyond Europe into growth markets. The São Paulo location adds appeal for bridging into LATAM operations or partnerships.

SBC Summit Malta

Positioned at the heart of Europe’s regulated iGaming hub, this summit brings together thousands of delegates — operators, affiliates, regulators and suppliers — in a focused three-day agenda.  The first two days feature keynote panels, case studies and product showcases, while the final day is devoted entirely to immersive workshops targeted at strategy and practice. 

Malta’s ecosystem, home to hundreds of licensed companies, adds strategic value for those looking to deepen their European presence. The curated nature of this event emphasises high-quality connections over mass attendance, making it ideal for decision-makers seeking meaningful business outcomes.  It’s an excellent opportunity for companies aiming to align commercial strategy with practical execution across multiple markets. 

iGaming Club Conference

This refreshed edition of the conference moves into Spain’s capital and will gather over 1,500 participants — a mix of affiliates, operators and B2B providers — all under one roof. 
The format blends panels, speed-dating networking, branded exhibitions and the prestigious AffPapa Awards ceremony, offering both structured business opportunities and informal relationship-building. 

Madrid’s choice reflects the event’s scaling ambitions and enhanced international reach. For companies looking to expand their affiliate program, reinforce operator partnerships or explore Europe’s Spanish-speaking markets, this conference presents a compact yet high-impact venue. It strikes a balance between targeted engagement and broad industry visibility.

NEXT Summit

A boutique, high-level summit tailored for C-suite and senior executives in the iGaming industry, NEXT Summit offers a more intimate setting than large expos. Attendees will engage in strategic discussions, forging partnerships and exploring innovations beyond the mainstream. The two-day format emphasizes depth over breadth, making it an ideal choice for those seeking elevated business dialogues and access to decision-makers rather than large crowds.

Located in Malta’s capital, the event leverages the island’s strong regulatory framework and global iGaming relevance to attract senior-level stakeholders. For companies looking to sharpen strategy, connect with influencers and explore next-generation opportunities in the sector, this summit provides a premium, focused environment.

LiGA Summit (Latam iGaming Affiliate Summit)

The first-ever Latam iGaming Affiliate Summit — focusing squarely on affiliate marketing in iGaming and sports-betting across Latin America. 
This event is designed for affiliates, operators and networks seeking to tap Latin American traffic, understand localisation, media-channels and digital marketing in emerging markets. 
For companies whose European affiliate strategy is mature, it offers an extension into new geography and new growth potential.

GiGA Expo

Positioned as one of Eastern Europe’s largest iGaming & affiliate marketing expos, GiGA Expo offers over 5,000 attendees and 200+ exhibitors across 10,000 m² of business space.  
The event emphasises media buying, affiliate channels, multi-vertical traffic (iGaming, crypto, eCommerce) and high-energy networking. For advertising agencies, performance marketers and affiliate teams seeking to diversify traffic sources or explore Eastern European markets, it’s a valuable opportunity to meet deal-makers and scale campaigns.

iGX Summit 

A conference directed at C-suite and senior marketing leaders from regulated iGaming operators, focusing on digital marketing, player journey optimisation, media strategy and customer retention in a competitive landscape.  
With workshop-style formats, round-tables and think-tanks, this event allows deeper engagement on advertising and marketing operations in the iGaming sector. Ideal for companies looking to elevate their digital marketing capabilities, benchmark best practices and engage senior decision-makers. London location makes it convenient for European participation, and the focus on marketing strategy rather than just exhibit space gives it strong relevance for your brief.

Affiliate World Europe

A broad‐reaching performance marketing conference, this event focuses on affiliate marketing and digital advertising across verticals including iGaming.  
Featuring 7,000+ attendees, 160+ affiliate networks and 180+ traffic sources, it presents substantial value for businesses looking to scale affiliate channels, optimise ad-campaigns and work with global media buyers. 
The Budapest venue adds a central European hub for marketing-first strategies and cross-vertical networking.

Gaming MarTech

A niche but growing summit focused on marketing technology within the iGaming industry — attracting marketing professionals, affiliates, data analysts and tech providers.  
The programme covers player acquisition, retention, branding, SEO/SEM for iGaming, AI applications in marketing, cross-channel strategies and affiliate growth tactics. Being held in Amsterdam adds the benefits of high-quality infrastructure, central European accessibility and a creative atmosphere. For companies whose growth strategy heavily involves affiliate marketing, MarTech solutions or brand expansion, this event provides targeted value beyond general iGaming expos.

SiGMA Central Europe 

One of Europe’s largest iGaming gatherings, this edition of SiGMA brings the brand to Rome in a strategic move to tap into Italy’s rapidly growing online gaming market.  
With over 30,000 delegates expected, multiple conference stages, large exhibition space and high-level speakers (including EU policymakers) participating, it offers unmatched scale. The agenda spans frontier tech, payments, affiliate leadership, regulatory briefings and more, making it a comprehensive business event. For companies targeting European growth, new verticals or encountering regulatory shifts, this represents a key calendar date. The Rome location also adds convenience for European travel and access to Italy’s regulated market.