There’s nothing like gathering with your peers and industry thought leaders — in person or remotely — to bring cohesion and a sense of shared purpose to the crypto community. Here are some of the major conferences and events for 2021 that have come across our desk. Know of others? Please post your addition to the comments below or send us an email!
| Event | Date | Location | Cost | Description | Site |
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| Incrypted Asia 2021 | April 30-May1 | Virtual (organizers based in the Maldives) | Free | The event will showcase leading figures in the crypto/blockchain industry who will discuss their views on business opportunities in the global marketplace. Founders, influencers, policymakers andl executives of leading blockchain and crypto companies are expected to attend. | incrypted.events |
| Boston Blockchain Week 2021 | May 3-7 | Virtual | Free | Mainstage events feature conversations about NFTs, DeFi, payments, data and the institutional adoption of crypto assets, from noon to 1pm EDT each day. | bostonblockchainweek.com |
| EY Global Blockchain Summit | May 18-21 | Virtual | Free | Professional services organization Ernst & Young is gathering clients and industry thought leaders to discuss strategy, vision and business drivers for public blockchain ecosystems as we head into an era of digital assets and decentralized infrastructure. | website |
| Blockchain Economy | May 22 | Istanbul, Turkey | 199 euros ($240 US); 50% off if paid in Bitcoin or ether | The conference will be the largest meeting in the region on behalf of the world of blockchain and cryptocurrency, with a wide range of topics focused on the financial technologies of the future, extensive networking opportunities and participants from more than 60 countries. | blockchaineconomy.istanbul/EN |
| Consensus 2021 | May 24-27 | Virtual | $199 | Consensus by CoinDesk brings together professionals across the globe for an immersive virtual experience aimed at exploring the evolution of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. CoinDesk’s largest event of the year attracts more than 10,000 attendees for educational panels, workshops, keynotes, fireside chats and networking experiences for a look at the ups and downs, the excesses and optimism of crypto. | coindesk.com/events/consensus-2021 |
| AIBC UAE | May 25-26 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates | 49-259 euros ($59-$313 US) | The event, held at the InterContinental Dubai Festival City, will bring together key brands and individuals from the converging sectors of AI, blockchain, IoT and Quantum Tech to discuss and shape the future of emerging tech. | aibc.world/events/uae/general-info |
| Digital Currency Summit | May 25-27 | Virtual | Free, but heavy upsells | Dozens of the world's top digital currency analysts share their thoughts about the best cryptocurrency opportunities of 2021. | digitalcurrencysummit.com |
| Crypto Assets Conference | May 31-June 2 | Frankfurt, Germany, and virtual | 25 euros ($30 US) for live stream; no cost announced for live event | Look for talks, discussions, pitches and the opportunity to interact with peers and experts on the topics of Bitcoin, crypto assets, decentralized finance, digital securities and more. | crypto-assets-conference.de |
| Bitcoin 2021 | June 4-5 | Miami | $1,300-$14,000 | The event will feature thought leaders in the space, dozens of one-of-a-kind BTC activations and the chance to celebrate the world’s best technology with Internet friends in real life. | b.tc/conference |
| Blockchain Fest | June 11-12 | Cyprus and virtual | 49 euros ($59 US) for live stream; 64-380 euros ($77-$460 US) for live event | The festival brings together not only top professionals and thought leaders but also those who are just getting into blockchain, cryptocurrency, crypto exchanges, decentralized finance, mining, payment systems and investment. | blockchain-fest.com |
| The Blockchain Event | June 22-25 | Miami | $299-$2,399 | The Blockchain Event helps decision-makers, technologists, and developers understand the value of blockchain to their businesses regardless of industry. | theblockchainevent.com/east/ |
| Global DeFi Summit | June 24 | Virtual | Free | Produced by Blockchain Venture Studio Draper Goren Holm, the Global DeFi Summit is the leading gathering of DeFiers in the blockchain and cryptocurrency community. The event aims to bring you an unparalleled group of DeFi innovators and change-makers to share their stories about how they are defining the next era of global finance. | hopin.com/events/global-defi-summit-2021 |
| Blockchain and Internet of Things Conference | July 8-10 | Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, & virtual | $350-$580 in person; $100-$480 online | The third Blockchain and Internet of Things Conference provides a forum for researchers, practitioners and professionals from the industry, academia and government to discuss research and professional practice in the sector. | biotc.net |
| Futurist Conference | Aug. 11-12 | Toronto & virtual | $420 CDN ($338); free online | This annual event from Untraceable is the largest, most high-profile blockchain & emerging tech event in Canada. It's tailored to foster engagement from its participants with hands-on technology weaved into every aspect of the conference. The event brings together a global audience of attendees with startups, investors, developers, enterprise leaders, financial institutions, researchers, academics and emerging tech pioneers on hand. | futuristconference.com |
| Blockchain Expo Global | Sept. 6-7 (London); Sept. 13-15 (virtual) | London & virtual | Unknown | This expo and conference will return for its fifth annual global event with 5,000 attendees expected. It will bring together key industries from across the globe for two days of top-level content and discussion across four co-located events covering Blockchain, IoT, Cyber Security & Cloud, and AI and Big Data. | blockchain-expo.com/global |
| Digital Assets Realised | Sept. 15-16 | London & virtual | 500 pounds ($694 US) for in-person event; virtual event is free | This series looks at the emergence of digital assets across the finance ecosystem with a special focus on understanding the impact of blockchain technologies on the future of assets and securities - currencies, debt, equity, funds, structured products and derivatives. A related event will be held in Singapore on Nov. 16-17, 2021. | darealised.com |
| Club Fest | Sept. 28-29 | Virtual | $69-$99 | Club Fest is a virtual conference that brings together the Clubhouse community to network and learn about the Creator Economy. The event is hosted inside an interactive 3D world and simulates the look and feel of an actual “in person” event. Attendees have the opportunity to explore keynotes, workshops, art galleries, networking parties and a large virtual exhibition. | clubfest.com |
| Blockchain Expo North America | Sept. 29-30 | Virtual | This year's online-only tech event takes a deep look at the blockchain ecosystem and its use in the enterprise. Explore blockchain's impact on a range of industries including manufacturing, transport, supply chain, government, legal sectors, financial services, retail and more. | blockchain-expo.com/northamerica | |
| Future Blockchain Summit | Oct. 17-20 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Unknown | Whether you are a tech developer or a curious enthusiast trying to make sense of all the blockchain hype, the conference program will help you understand why blockchain will be the next fundamental tool to advance humanity. | futureblockchainsummit.com/welcome |
| Blockchain Expo Tokyo | Oct. 27-29 | Tokyo | Free | Held during NexTech Week, this is a new trade show for all kinds of blockchain technologies with a look at its introduction into various industries such as logistics, pharmaceutical, energy, manufacturing and finance. | bc-expo-at.jp/en-gb.html |
| NFT.NYC | Nov. 1-3 | New York City | $299 | The event brings together enterprise and consumer brands, blockchain developers, gamers, artists, investors and fans to showcase real-world use cases of NFTs. | nft.nyc |
| Web Summit | Nov. 1-4 | Lisbon, Portugal | $998 | Web Summit brings together the people and companies redefining the global tech industry. | websummit.com |
| LA Blockchain Summit | Nov. 2-3 | Los Angeles & virtual | $499 for in-person event; online event is free | This is the leading conference & expo focused on blockchain investing, building and mainstream adoption. It's a curated, high-impact, informative and thought-provoking event presented by some of the world’s foremost innovators, change makers and prominent leaders in the blockchain ecosystem. | lablockchainsummit.com |
| Dreamverse | Nov. 4 | New York City | $600+ | A celebration merging the physical and digital realms, Dreamverse is an expression of the digital renaissance we have been experiencing the last few years. It will showcase the pinnacle of NFT art and VR experiences from amazing artists through the intersection of art, technology and global house DJs. | dreamverse.life |
| AIBC Summit Europe | Nov. 16-19 | Malta | Not open yet | The summit is one of the leading events globally for blockchain, AI, crypto and other emerging technologies. It brings together an elite selection of delegates, policymakers and thought leaders from across the globe. | aibc.world/events/europe/general-info |
| Blockchain Week Rome | Nov. 16-20 | Rome | 107 euros ($130 US) summit; 159 euros ($192 US) summit; 339 euros ($409 US) all-inclusive | Over the course of five days, the city of Rome will host hundreds of experts, leaders, professionals, large companies, startups and industry enthusiasts. Learn from the experts. Meet companies. Develop new connections in a series of events around blockchain and Bitcoin. | en.blockchainweekrome.com |
| Blockchain Expo Europe | Nov. 23-24 | Amsterdam | Unknown | The expo and conference will bring together representatives of key industries from across the globe for two days of top-level content and discussion across four co-located events covering Blockchain, IoT, Cyber Security & Cloud, and AI and Big Data. | blockchain-expo.com/europe |
| Token2049 | Nov. 23-24 | Hong Kong | $299 | TOKEN2049 is the premier crypto event in Asia held during Asia Crypto Week where founders and C-level executives of the leading crypto and blockchain companies share their view on the market. The event brings together the global crypto industry, uniting entrepreneurs, investors, developers, industry enthusiasts and global media. | token2049.com |
| CoinFestUK | Nov. 25-28 | Manchester, United Kingdom | Free | The event's goal is to bring together the crypto community from around the world, get them engaged and sharing knowledge and experience in a relaxed atmosphere. The event includes workshops, speakers, exhibitors, crypto artwork and other activities. | coinfestuk.org |
| Blockchance | Dec. 8-10 (postponed from July) | Hamburg, Germany | Starts at 300 euros ($362 US) in person; 40 euros ($48) for 3-day virtual pass | Blockchance is a business conference and trade fair that covers topics such as digital assets, AI and green tech by brining together thought leaders and innovators who are creating inspiring concepts and solutions in the space. | blockchance.eu |
| The Takeover | Dec. 9-11 | Las Vegas, Nevada | $2,500 in person; virtual passes coming | Real Vision and MGM Resorts have joined forces to host a groundbreaking event on the biggest revolution since the internet: blockchain. At the iconic MGM Grand in Las Vegas, we’ll be exploring blockchain’s present and future… how it’s touching almost every industry and transforming our lives — and we’re still only in the early days. | realvision.com |
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| AIBC Summit Africa | March 22-23, 2022 | Cape Town, South Africa | Not open yet | The event is a tech expo designed with a series of conference panels and keynotes about emerging tech. From cryptocurrency regulation to cutting-edge AI, the event will look at the state of high-end innovation and sustainable technological growth in Africa. | aibc.world/events/africa/general-info |
| AIBC Summit Manila | May 27-28, 2022 | Manila, Philippines | Not open yet | The event is a tech expo designed with a series of conference panels and keynotes about emerging tech. From cryptocurrency regulation to cutting-edge AI, the industry's most creative minds gather at different AIBC events throughout the year. | aibc.world/events/asia/general-info |
| AIBC Summit Americas | Sept. 13-14, 2022 | Sao Paulo, Brazil | Not open yet | From the exploration of new markets to fresh digitisation, Latin America is emerging as an exciting new destination to do business in. In line with a commitment to build global connections between tech and gaming. The expo has a conference component focused on emerging tech, particularly around gaming and fintech. | aibc.world/events/americas/general-info |
Just heard about this one, too:
Blockworks Digital Assets Summit in London, Nov. 15-16, 2021.
https://blockworks.co/events/das-london/