The most notable AI events of 2027: 12 trade shows and conferences for your calendar

AI is no longer just one topic at technology trade shows; it is the show. The 2027 calendar makes this clear: from consumer electronics to mobile connectivity, and from industry to hardware, the sector’s biggest gatherings are building their agendas around artificial intelligence. Below, we list 12 AI trade shows and conferences expected to stand out in 2027, in date order. All dates come from the events’ official websites.

2027 AI events calendar

The events, one by one

1. CES 2027

6–9 January 2027 · Las Vegas

The first major technology gathering of the year. CES started as a consumer electronics show and has become a showcase for AI-powered devices, automotive technology and smart home solutions. The first signals of the products and trends that will dominate the year often appear here.

Who it is for: brands developing consumer products, hardware and automotive companies, marketing teams tracking trends. Official page

2. AI & Big Data Expo Global

3–4 February 2027 · Olympia, London

A conference and exhibition focused on enterprise AI, data and automation. It looks less at technical depth and more at how companies actually put AI to work, which makes it a practical meeting point for decision-makers and delivery teams.

Who it is for: companies bringing AI into their business processes, IT and data teams. Official page

3. World AI Cannes Festival (WAICF)

10–11 February 2027 · Palais des Festivals, Cannes

WAICF positions itself as the AI event for business and society and takes place in the Palais des Festivals, best known for the film festival. Use cases sit side by side with debates on ethics and regulation.

Who it is for: executives, strategy teams and anyone following AI’s impact on business and society. Official page

4. MWC27 Barcelona

1–4 March 2027 · Fira Gran Via, Barcelona

The world’s largest connectivity event dedicates separate themes to AI in 2027: “AI in Action” (moving from trials to live use), “AI of Tomorrow” (agentic, quantum and sovereign AI) and “Autonomous Enterprise” (intelligent automation). New spaces for automotive, health and aviation are also being added.

Who it is for: telecom, connected device, automotive, health and aviation technology companies. Official announcement

5. NVIDIA GTC 2027

14–18 March 2027 · San Jose McEnery Convention Center

NVIDIA’s annual AI conference is one of the main stages for news on accelerated computing and AI infrastructure, with hundreds of sessions for developers, researchers and business leaders.

Who it is for: AI developers, data centre and infrastructure teams, technology investors. Official FAQ

6. HANNOVER MESSE 2027

5–8 April 2027 · Hanover

The world’s leading industrial trade fair. Here, AI shows up in concrete industrial applications such as factory automation, energy management and digital twins.

Who it is for: manufacturers, machinery and automation companies, energy and industrial technology suppliers. Official page

7. COMPUTEX 2027

1–4 June 2027 · Taipei

One of Asia’s largest computing hardware shows. AI chips, servers and AI PCs have been among its most talked-about topics in recent years.

Who it is for: hardware and electronics companies, supply chain and procurement teams. Official page

8. AI & Big Data Expo North America

16–17 June 2027 · San Jose McEnery Convention Center

The enterprise AI series in the same format as its London and Amsterdam editions, focused on the North American market.

Who it is for: software and data companies interested in the US market, enterprise decision-makers. Official page

9. VivaTech 2027

16–19 June 2027 · Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

One of Europe’s largest start-up and technology events. It brings large corporations and start-ups together on the same show floor, with AI at the heart of the programme in recent years.

Who it is for: start-ups, corporate innovation teams, investors and companies expanding into Europe. Official event page

10. GITEX Ai Türkiye 2027

15–16 September 2027 · Istanbul Expo Center, Hall 2

The Turkish edition of GITEX was launched in 2026 with the support of the Investment and Finance Office of the Presidency of Türkiye and the Ministry of Industry and Technology; the second edition returns to Istanbul in 2027. AI infrastructure, talent and investment are key themes.

Who it is for: technology companies and start-ups in Türkiye, foreign companies looking to enter the Turkish market, investors. Official page

11. World Summit AI 2027

6–7 October 2027 · Taets Art & Event Park, Amsterdam

Amsterdam’s annual international AI summit brings together technology companies, researchers and investors, and is a good opportunity to get to know the Dutch ecosystem up close.

Who it is for: anyone who wants to get to know the European and Dutch AI ecosystem, executives, researchers. Official page

12. AI & Big Data Expo Europe

19–20 October 2027 · RAI Amsterdam

The European edition of the enterprise AI series, held in Amsterdam two weeks after World Summit AI, making October AI month in the Netherlands.

Who it is for: enterprise buyers and solution providers in the European market, data and automation teams. Official page

On the radar: NeurIPS 2027

NeurIPS, one of the most prestigious academic conferences in AI research, will take place in Europe in 2027. The city and dates have not yet been announced. Teams that follow academic research closely may want to note it in their calendar already.

Seen from the Netherlands and Türkiye

• October in Amsterdam: World Summit AI (6–7 October) and AI & Big Data Expo Europe (19–20 October) take place in Amsterdam two weeks apart. Turkish companies exploring the Dutch market can plan both in a single trip.
• September in Istanbul: GITEX Ai Türkiye is a natural entry point for Dutch and European companies that want to get to know Türkiye’s AI ecosystem.
• For industrial companies: HANNOVER MESSE is the nearest major fair where Turkish and Dutch manufacturers can see AI in industrial applications.

Preparing for an AI trade show: a short checklist

• Set your goal first. Will you visit to track trends, look for partners or exhibit with a stand? Your choice of event and budget depends on it.
• Plan early. At major shows, hotels and stand space fill up months in advance, and calls for speakers usually close long before the event.
• Localise your message. At a summit in Amsterdam, a pitch in English that fits Dutch business culture works better; in Istanbul, a story in Turkish that addresses local needs does.
• Finish your materials. A short, clear company introduction, an up-to-date presentation, a digital brochure and contact details with a QR code should be ready before the show.
• Plan for after the show. Organising meeting notes and business cards within the first week and sending follow-up emails on time determines how much value you get from the event.

How Edda Creative helps

With our team in Amsterdam and Ankara, Edda Creative helps companies prepare strategically for international trade shows: choosing the right event, positioning and messaging, presentations and promotional materials, digital communication and a post-show communication plan. Sales and customer relationships stay with the company’s own team; we make sure you arrive ready, with consistent communication in the language of each market. For our view on the value of trade shows today, read “Are trade fairs still worth it?”, and see our business development and marketing consultancy page for our services.

For trade fairs in other sectors in the Netherlands, see our Netherlands trade fair calendar 2027.

Frequently asked questions

What is the first major AI event of 2027?

CES 2027 takes place in Las Vegas from 6 to 9 January 2027 and is the first major technology gathering of the year.

Is there an AI trade show in Türkiye in 2027?

Yes. GITEX Ai Türkiye 2027 takes place at the Istanbul Expo Center on 15–16 September 2027.

Which AI events take place in the Netherlands in 2027?

World Summit AI (6–7 October 2027) and AI & Big Data Expo Europe (19–20 October 2027), both in Amsterdam.

How far in advance should you prepare for an AI trade show?

For exhibitors, planning 6 to 9 months ahead is generally recommended. Even as a visitor, starting a few months early helps with accommodation and meeting planning.

Can event dates change?

Yes. The dates were taken from the events’ official websites as of 26 October 2026. We recommend checking the official websites again before planning travel and budgets.

Dates compiled from the events’ official websites as of 26 October 2026; please check the official websites for any changes.

Sources

• CES 2027 – Consumer Technology Association
• AI & Big Data Expo Global, Europe and North America – TechEx
• World AI Cannes Festival (WAICF) 2027
• MWC27 Barcelona – GSMA
• NVIDIA GTC 2027 – FAQ
• HANNOVER MESSE 2027 – Deutsche Messe
• COMPUTEX 2027 – TAITRA
• VivaTech 2027 – Paris Tourist Office (Paris je t’aime)
• GITEX Ai Türkiye 2027
• Investment and Finance Office of the Presidency of Türkiye – GITEX Ai Türkiye announcement
• World Summit AI Amsterdam 2027
• NeurIPS – future meetings