Sports industry events about Fan engagement

Conferences, networking and professional opportunities in the business of sport.

Upcoming fan engagement events

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1 Nov 2026, 01:00 – 5 Nov 2026, 17:00 event time (Europe/Berlin) (your time: 00:00, UTC)
Munich, Germany

ISPO Munich 2026 is the world's largest multi-segment trade fair for sporting goods, apparel, and footwear. Held from November 30 to December 2, 2026, in Munich, the event will feature over 2,300 exhibitors across 18 halls, showcasing innovations in outdoor,...

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November 2026
London, UK

The 2026 ESSMA Summit is set to take place on 11 & 12 November at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, United Kingdom. The summit focuses on stadium operations, safety, and fan experience, bringing together industry professionals to share knowledge...

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18 Nov 2026 – 19 Nov 2026
Hamburg, Germany

The FanCommerce Forum takes place alongside the Hamburg Merchandising Trade Fair, bringing together top decision-makers from sport, entertainment and industry to discuss fan engagement, merchandise, and commerce strategies. A key event for sports clubs, rights holders, and brands focused on...

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19 Nov 2026 – 20 Nov 2026
Mexico City, Mexico

A major industry event bringing together over 5,000 fitness professionals, business leaders, and innovators from across Latin America and beyond. Features 45+ education sessions and a dynamic expo floor with 100+ exhibitors. Organised by HFA and Maxwell Productions to position...

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26 Nov 2026, 17:00 – 21:00 event time (Europe/London) (your time: 17:00, UTC)
London, UK

An invitation-only evening for 60 senior leaders at Pinsent Masons, designed as a high-level forum for rights holders, brands, and broadcasters. Under Chatham House Rule, sessions address integrating generative AI into fan-engagement models and the commercial sustainability of emerging sports...

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8 Mar 2027 – 10 Mar 2027
Houston, United States

One of the largest annual gatherings of sports business professionals in North America, celebrating its 31st edition in Houston. More than 1,000 sports professionals responsible for ticket sales and service, sponsorship sales and activation, marketing, fan engagement, business development, and...

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15 Mar 2027 – 17 Mar 2027
Manchester, UK

International ticketing and e-commerce conference with sports-sector participation, marketplace activity and networking.

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31 Mar 2027 – 2 Apr 2027
Las Vegas, USA

Sports-technology and innovation conference for founders, sports executives, investors, brands and technology providers.

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19 Apr 2027 – 21 Apr 2027
Miami, USA

Sports-business conference bringing together league executives, team leaders, sponsors, media, agencies, investors and other industry decision-makers.

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28 Apr 2027 – 29 Apr 2027
London, UK

The ultimate gathering for sports business professionals, SportsPro London puts predictions and speculation aside to focus on what's really happening in sport. Bringing together executives from every corner of the ecosystem, this flagship event offers valuable insights for anyone looking...

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9 May 2027 – 13 May 2027
Baku, Azerbaijan

The world's most important annual gathering for international sports federations and the wider sports community. Bringing together 1,700+ delegates, 50+ exhibitors and 120+ international federations to shape the future of sport. Hosted in Baku, Azerbaijan — the World Capital of...