Journalism and media events in 2026
Conferences and study weeks are fantastic opportunities to get the latest updates on the industry and network with your peers
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Journalists are busy, so we did the legwork for you and picked some of the best media events taking place in 2026. Hopefully, this will help you plan your agenda.
We will update this piece regularly - let us know if you hear about an event that should be featured.
March
9-13
The INMA Media Subscriptions Summit 2026, taking place 9-13 March in Toronto, Canada, is the world's largest event focused on news media subscription models, themed "Reinventing the funnel: A new agenda for subscription growth in the AI and creator era of media." It brings together global media leaders to explore how content, product, marketing, data, and technology are transforming the subscription business amid shifting audience behaviours and economic models.
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INMA Media Subscriptions Summit Week 2026: Summit and Study Tour
April
15-18
The International Journalism Festival, taking place 15-18 April 2026 in Perugia, Italy, is a free-entry event celebrating its 20th edition. This major gathering brings together journalists, media professionals, and industry leaders from around the world to discuss the future of journalism, featuring speakers, panel discussions, side events, and networking opportunities throughout the historic Italian city.
International Journalism Festival
biggest media event in Europe. Free entry.
May
4-8
The INMA World Congress of News Media 2026 is taking place in Berlin from 4-8 May 2026. Under the theme "From walls to bridges: news media reimagined," the conference brings together senior leaders from the world's top news media companies to explore four forces reshaping the industry: reinvention, collision, unification, and mobilisation.
INMA World Congress of News Media 2026
INMA World Congress of News Media 2026: In 2026, we’ll meet at the heart of a city that symbolises transformation, openness, and change — surrounded by landmarks that tell the story of Europe
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The PPA Festival 2026, taking place on Wednesday, 6 May at The Brewery in London, is themed "Rewriting the rules: the future of trusted editorial brands" and brings together over 600 decision-makers from the media and publishing industry for a comprehensive day of learning and networking. The event features over 100 expert speakers across four dynamic stages—Big Picture, Audience, Content, and Product—exploring how AI, emerging platforms, data, creator-led innovation, and shifting audience behaviours are transforming the industry for both B2B and B2C audiences.
PPA Festival 2026 - Home Page
PPA Festival 2026 - Home Page
PPA
13
The "Monetising B2B Information & Events" conference, taking place on Wednesday 13 May 2026 at Stationers' Hall in central London, is organised by Flashes & Flames and brings together senior leaders from B2B media and events companies worldwide. The day-long event features interviews, fireside chats, and panel discussions with industry executives exploring data-driven business models, AI applications, proprietary information products, and the evolving events landscape, with extensive networking opportunities and an exclusive eBook of case studies for delegates.
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/flashesflames/1942188
June
1-3
The 77th World News Media Congress (WNMC26), taking place 1-3 June 2026 at the Palais du Pharo in Marseille, France, is themed "Rising Voices. Emerging Risks. Inspiring Futures." and brings together editors, publishers, and media executives from around the globe to explore bold ideas, technologies, and strategies reshaping journalism and news media. The congress features two core summits—the AI in Media Summit examining how technology and innovation are transforming the media business, and the World Editors Summit focusing on editorial strategies for journalism at a crossroads—alongside Pre-Congress Deep Dives, an exhibition of innovative tech suppliers, the Golden Pen of Freedom ceremony honouring press freedom advocates, social networking events, and an awards gala recognising excellence in digital media.
77th World News Media Congress
WNMC26 is for editors, publishers, and media executives from around the globe to explore the bold ideas, technologies, and strategies reshaping the future of …
October
15
The Digital Growth Summit 2026, taking place on 15 October at De Hoorn in Leuven, Belgium, is the 9th edition of this annual event, bringing together leading media professionals for a day focused on AI, technology, and the future of news. Hosted by Twipe, the summit features inspiring case studies, networking opportunities, and hands-on workshops.
Digital Growth Summit 2026 - Twipe
October 15th, 2026 | Leuven Digital Growth Summit 2026 The Digital Growth Summit returns for its 9th edition! Join leading media professionals on October 15th in Leuven for a day of inspiring case studies, networking, and hands-on workshops on all things AI, tech & the future of news. Learn more about past editions of the Digital Growth Summit […]
November
4-5
This two-day event brings together leaders, innovators, and advocates focused on fostering trust across various sectors, featuring keynote speakers, panel discussions, and interactive workshops exploring the importance of trust, transparency, and accountability in today's rapidly changing world.
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