Searching for the best of the best conferences to attend this year? Look no further than our list of the top Music, Sports, & Entertainment conferences happening in North America in 2024-25.

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Live Production Summit

January 9, 2025 - January 11, 2025

Palm Springs, California

For well over 20 years, the Live Production Summit (LPS), formerly known as Tour Link, has welcomed thousands of participants and partners to attend the premier conference for live events and entertainment production professionals. LPS encompasses all areas and functions of the touring and live events industries—including production management, technology, event design, travel & hospitality, logistics, safety, security, finance, health & wellness, diversity & inclusion, and much, much more.

 
 

APAP Conference

January 10, 2025 - January 14, 2025

New York City, New York

We gather at APAP|NYC for community, commerce, learning, and discovery, as well as the networks, inspiration and opportunities that fuel our work, our livelihoods, our industry, ourselves. APAP|NYC is essential to your success presenting, booking and touring the live performing arts.

 
 

ISPA 2025 New York Congress

January 14, 2025 - January 16, 2025

New York City, New York

At ISPA’s 2025 New York Congress, explore innovative approaches and leadership models that leverage creativity to inspire and lead with impact. Whether you’re an artist, presenter, manager, administrator, or cultural advocate, join the ISPA as they navigate the unique challenges and opportunities of arts leadership in today’s rapidly shifting, often polarized world.

 

The 2025 NAMM Show

January 21, 2024 - January 25, 2024

Anaheim, California

The NAMM Show is where it all begins. Where gear gets discovered, friends come together, and new ideas go global. Meet the moment, see the future, and find your sound. 

 
 

INTIX 46th Annual Conference & Exhibition

January 27, 2025 - January 30, 2025

New York City, New York

The INTIX Conference & Exhibition is for professionals directly or indirectly involved in the ticketing and live entertainment industry. Leaders in the arts, professional sports, athletics, arenas, fairs and festivals, ticket distribution, and entertainment management look to INTIX for the innovations, skills, people, products and services that are driving the future of live entertainment ticketing.

 
 

FestForums 2025

February 12, 2025 - February 14, 2025

Santa Barbara, California

FestForums® is the B2B live gathering for festival producers, organizers, and industry leaders to learn and network all in one place. The conference includes various panels, exhibitors, awards, concerts and parties galore presented in a relaxing convivial environment.

 
 

Pollstar Live! 2025

February 18, 2025 - February 20, 2025

Los Angeles, California

Pollstar Live! is the world’s largest gathering of live entertainment professionals and the flagship event for Pollstar magazine, the leading trade publication for the global live entertainment industry. Pollstar Live! offers three (3) days of compelling discussions led by visionaries in the live entertainment business, beginning with Production Live!, a full day dedicated to production and transportation in live events, followed by Pollstar Live!, including our annual Pollstar Awards celebration.

 
 

Folk Alliance International Festival

February 19, 2025 - February 23, 2025

Montréal, Québec, Canada

The Folk Alliance International Conference, presented by Folk Alliance International, is the world’s largest gathering of the folk music industry and community (crossing a diverse array of genres including Appalachian, Americana, Blues, Bluegrass, Celtic, Cajun, Global Roots, Hip-Hop, Old-Time, Singer-Songwriter, Spoken Word, Traditional, Zydeco, and various fusions).

 

National Sports Forum

February 23, 2025 - February 25, 2025

Boston, Massachusetts

The National Sports Forum brings sports business professionals together to discuss the latest trends, ideas, and innovations shaping our industry as we push the boundaries in sports and entertainment.

 
 

Winter Music Conference

March 2025

Miami, Florida

The Winter Music Conference is back and now stronger than ever with a renewed sense of purpose and direction under the umbrella of Miami Music Week, returning in March 2025 with insightful programming for music industry professionals and consumers.

 
 

SXSW Conference

March 7, 2025 - March 15, 2025

Austin, Texas

Experience unparalleled discovery, learning, professional development, and networking with creatives from around the world at SXSW. An essential destination for global professionals, the annual March event features Conference sessions, Film & TV Festival screenings, Music Festival showcases, Comedy Festival sets, world-class Exhibitions, competitions, Awards, and much more.

 

ROI Forum - SponsorshipX

March 28, 2025 - March 30, 2025

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

In a sponsorship landscape evolving faster than ever, metrics have become the foundation upon which successful partnerships are built—or broken. The ROI Forum by SponsorshipX isn’t just another event; it’s a critical opportunity to be at the forefront of how our industry defines, measures, and maximizes value in every partnership.

 

2025 OHIO Music Industry Summit

March 26, 2025 - March 27, 2025

Athens, Ohio

Each year, the Ohio University Music Industry Summit features an exclusive gathering of prominent artists and music industry leaders for informative panels and compelling interviews, as well as networking and learning opportunities, performances, and more for registrants.The Summit is open to both students and professionals at no cost, with both in-person and virtual options.

 
 

CAA World Congress of Sports

April 21, 2025 - April 23, 2025

Nashville, Tennessee

This prestigious event attracts top sports business professionals, including league commissioners, team owners, corporate sponsors, media executives and agency heads.

In addition to its high-profile networking opportunities, the program features industry-leading speakers and topics that transcend sports.

 
 

Event Tech Live Las Vegas

April 30, 2024 - May 1, 2024

Las Vegas, Nevada

Event Tech Live Las Vegas (ETL) is the only dedicated US event for event technology. Our mission at Event Tech Live is to join global event professionals with the latest advances in Event Tech championing thought leadership and bringing together the community 365 days per year. We believe that networking is key to good business partnerships and we aim to facilitate networking at every point of your journey with us. The ETL team are here to help guide you at every step.

 
 

Departure Festival + Conference

May 6, 2025 - May 11, 2025

Toronto, Canada

Departure is a dynamic and innovative launchpad featuring diverse talent, boundless energy, and committed artists. The reimagined Canadian Music Week is ready to embody and honour the extraordinary spirit that defines the Canadian and global creative community - a true celebration of artistry.

 

Music Biz

May 13, 2024 - May 16, 2024

Nashville, Tennessee

After last year’s gathering of 2,100+ attendees from more than 800 companies across 30 countries, it’s clear that Music Biz is THE PLACE to be if you have a stake in the future of the music business! Whether you’re coming to hear expert viewpoints on the latest trends & tech, to seek out new business partnerships, or to celebrate those who are innovating the ways our industry operates, we’re confident that attending Music Biz 2024 will set your company and its employees on the path to success!

 
 

EVMC

June 4, 2025 - June 6, 2025

Atlanta, Georgia

The Event & Venue Marketing Conference is a conference that brings together diversified events and venue professionals across North America to cultivate inspiration, collaboration, and innovation for the growing entertainment industry.

 
 

A2IM Indie Week

June 9, 2025 - June 12, 2025

New York City, New York

A2IM Indie Week has been running for over 15 years, and is the largest independent music gathering in the world. Dive into countless networking opportunities and educational resources tailor-made for the independent sector’s unique needs.

 

ALSD Conference and Trade Show

June 22, 2025 - June 24, 2025

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Since 1990, the annual ALSD Conference and Tradeshow has always been a little bit different, a constantly evolving feast of networking, education, and entertainment. No two years have been the same.

 

NIVA ‘25

June 23, 2025 - June 25, 2025

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

As the leading conference for independent music and comedy venues, festivals and the promoter industry, NIVA ‘25 brings the live entertainment community together to support, educate, and connect industry leaders across the United States.

 
 
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49th National Conference & Theatre Tour

July, 2025

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The League's annual conference is the largest annual gathering of historic theatre professionals, community leaders, and service providers and suppliers, attracting participants from across the U.S. and Canada for idea sharing and network building. Professionals, volunteers and devotees join together for four days of networking and peer information exchange, tools & techniques sessions, and tours of local historic theatres, plus events, banquets and receptions.

 

Latin Alternative Music Week

July 8, 2024 - July 12, 2024

New York City, New York

Celebrating our 25th Anniversary, the LAMC is one of the more influential Latin music conferences in the world. The five-day event includes panels, showcases and more. It draws a tastemaker crowd of artists, thinkers, journalists, industry insiders and music lovers.

 
 

SEICon II: Las Vegas 2025

July 14, 2025 - July 16, 2025

Las Vegas, Nevada

At SEICon, Leaders and subject matter experts from across the globe come together to educate, collaborate and create dynamic ventures together. Attendees have opportunities to meet industry executives and explore the latest innovations in sports and entertainment, esports and gaming, sports sociology and diversity, broadcast brands and media, research and development, and more.

 
 
 

The World Ticket Conference

July 22, 2025 - July 24, 2025

Nashville, Tennessee

The World Ticket Conference is the annual trade show sponsored by the National Association of Ticket Brokers (NATB). Ticketing Professionals from all over the world, including ticket resllers, ticket wholesalers, major league sports teams, and primary sellers, come together to gain fresh perspective, shop for new products, forge essential contacts and learn how to strengthen their businesses. Vendors providing products and services valuable to the industry, as well as event promoters, online search firms, marketing and advertisement agencies, media representatives and many other ancillary business interests, also join in the mix.

 
 

IAVM VenueConnect

July 28, 2025 - July 31, 2025

New Orleans, Louisiana

VenueConnect is not your typical conference. It is an experience you can not afford to miss. From our cutting edge education sessions, Trade Show exhibit hall, venue tours, Foundation Golf, DILC Celebration for a Cause reception, to the Closing Night Party.

 

Western Arts Alliance

September 2, 2025 - September 5, 2025

Los Angeles, California

Discover what’s next in the West! Western Art Alliance (WAA)’s annual booking and touring conference creates space for important field-wide dialogue and engagement, bringing together the performing arts community to pursue their shared goal of programming live performances: a place for presenters, artists, agents, and practitioners from the West and beyond to spark connections, discover and learn, strengthen ties, and generate business opportunities.

 
 

AmericanaFest

September 9, 2025 - September 13, 2025

Nashville, Tennessee

The annual event brings together fans and music industry professionals alike, offering five days of celebration through seminars, panels and networking opportunities by day and raw, intimate showcases each night.

 

Sponsorship Mastery Summit

September 17, 2025 - September 19, 2025

Denver, Colorado

Where sponsorship is reimagined through the lens of creativity. Gain unparalleled insights into the latest industry trends and best practices that drive sponsorship success.

 

Billboard Latin Music Week

October 2025

Miami, Florida

Billboard Latin Music Week, including the Billboard Latin Music Awards, delves into the diversity of sounds and revenue sources fueling the genre.

 
 

IEBA 55th Annual Conference

October 5, 2025 - October 7, 2025

Nashville, Tennessee

IEBA and its annual conference stand alone in the entertainment business by showcasing a diverse and uniquely-crafted lineup of live entertainment and by hosting discussions with the entertainment industry’s leading innovators & decision makers.

 
 
 

TEAMS Conference & Expo ‘25

October 13, 2025 - October 16, 2025

Columbus, Ohio

TEAMS: TRAVEL, EVENTS AND MANAGEMENT IN SPORTS, is the world’s leading conference and expo for the sports-event industry. Presented by SportsTravel magazine, TEAMS ’25 will be held October 13–16 in Columbus, Ohio. For more than 25 years, TEAMS has helped define the sports-event and appointment-based trade show industries.

 
 

IAAPA Expo 2025

November 17, 2025 - November 21, 2025

Orlando, Florida

Get ready for the ride of a lifetime! IAAPA Expo, the premier global event for the attractions industry, brings together passionate professionals from around the world to shape the future of creating unforgettable guest experiences.

 

2025 IAFE Convention

November 30, 2025 - December 3, 2025

Denver, Colorado

The IAFE Convention & Trade Show is the largest gathering of the fair industry anywhere in the world. People from fairs of all sizes - from small county fairs to the largest events in the world - come together to learn, share ideas, network, and visit a trade show unlike any other.

 
 

LDI 2025

December 3, 2025 - December 9, 2025

Las Vegas, Nevada

LDI is the catalyst that connects the entire live entertainment, design, and technology community with manufacturers of state-of-the-art gear, and professional training from industry leaders.