Top tech conferences: The ultimate tech events guide for October 2026
Our list of the top tech events you need to know about
With 2026 proving to be another huge year for the technology industry, there are plenty of conferences all around the world to bring us all together.
With so many to choose from, TechRadar Pro has put together this list of all the most highly anticipated events to keep you up to speed.
October 5-11, San Francisco
The eyes of the tech world turn once again to San Francisco for a jam-packed week.
Why attend? Seven days, hundreds of events, and the founders, funds, and builders shaping what's next, all across the Bay.
October 7-8, Amsterdam
From standing-room-only keynotes to ground-breaking product launches and thought-provoking debates, World Summit AI is back for its 10th Anniversary in Amsterdam.
Why attend? Across the summit, global leaders, pioneering researchers, ambitious founders, and forward-thinking enterprises come together to explore the technologies, ideas, and collaborations defining the next era of AI.
October 7-9, Prague
Open Source Summit is the premier event for open source developers and contributors.
Why attend? It’s where maintainers, technologists, and community leaders come together to share knowledge, collaborate on solutions, and push open source projects forward. It’s the home for code, community, and the people driving the future of open source.
October 11-15, Orlando
InfoSec World brings together cybersecurity leaders and practitioners who are responsible for protecting modern organizations while enabling business growth.
Why attend? Through expert-led sessions, hands-on learning, and meaningful peer connection, attendees gain practical frameworks, real-world perspectives, and a trusted community to help them reduce risk, strengthen resilience, and stay ahead of emerging threats.
October 13-15, London
Connect with the operators, investors, hyperscalers, data centre leaders and infrastructure partners shaping Europe’s digital future.
Why attend? Join 4,000+ decision makers across connectivity, cloud, data centres and AI infrastructure.
October 14-16, Las Vegas
North America’s premier event that unites the entire enterprise 5G ecosystem under one roof is back with another edition.
Why attend? MWC is the ultimate platform for connecting, sharing knowledge, and exploring the immense potential of 5G technology. This event will bring together key players, from CIOs and systems integrators to architects, developers, technology leaders, and major mobile operators.
Mike Moore is Deputy Editor at TechRadar Pro. He has worked as a B2B and B2C tech journalist for over a decade, including at one of the UK's leading national newspapers and fellow Future title ITProPortal. When he's not keeping track of all the latest enterprise and workplace trends, he can most likely be found watching, following or taking part in some kind of sport.
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