[Updated] TOP 25 best marketing conferences in Europe to attend in 2019
2019 is here with its event calendar full of the best marketing conferences waiting for you to attend them. What to choose in the mass of promising industry gatherings? Let’s check what Europe has to offer in the TOP 25 list.
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The marketing industry changes at a very fast pace. Development of martech, changes in customers’ preferences and other factors contribute to the constant creation of new marketing trends, new directions to go and many interesting undiscovered approaches. To keep track of emerging progress and novelties marketing specialists need to stay in the center of ongoing changes.
The attendance at industry events can help you keep up
Following the trends that appear to endlessly come to life is not an easy task. Some might say that active work in the industry can guarantee that you know all the hot topics you need in order to stay up-to-date. However, it’s not always entirely effective.
Sitting behind your desk all the time may be helpful when it comes to your everyday work duties but it surely limits your access to fresh knowledge and opinions. While the internet can even your chances, it’s good to place a bet on industry conferences from time to time.
Showing up at one of the best marketing conferences puts you right in the heart of the industry. You get the chance to meet fellow specialists, discuss the new trends and share experiences. There are many benefits of regular event attendance. Let’s name a few:
- learning new techniques and trends
- sharing experiences with other specialists
- broadening your business network
- creating your personal brand and promoting your company.
The profits that come from conference activity often exceed the costs it generates. However, there’s often a problem of choosing those events that can bring the most value to you and your company. Therefore, it’s good to carefully study the list of top ones to attend.
Every region of the world is rich in the professional and valuable conferences, but Europe seems to play the lead this year. To make your choice easier, below you will find out the list of TOP 25 marketing events in Europe to consider in your 2019 attendance calendar.
Top 25 best marketing conferences in 2019
February
#1 Marketing Insights Event 2019
When: 6-7 February 2019
Where: Utrecht, Netherlands
MIE is the event to attend if you look for inspiration and proven knowledge. As the name suggests, it’s all about the insights. The conference was brought up to life to gather in one place marketers, researchers and analyst to share experiences and points of view on modern marketing trends and the industry itself.
Main attractions:
During the MIE, you can be part of over 100 workshops, master classes and keynote sessions – 32 % of which will be prosecuted in English. If you feel like being an attendee is not enough for you, you can try to sponsor/partner the event or get an exhibitor role.
Who’s going to be there?
Among the keynotes, you can find the most experienced representatives of the local marketing industry.
#2 Friends of Search
When: 6 February 2019
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Another promising conference taking place in the Netherlands. Friends of Search is the meeting that focuses on online marketing and SEO areas. It gathers professionals from around the world to learn about the most international development, new technologies and share knowledge.
Main attractions:
During that one-day event, you will be able to participate in keynote sessions, interesting and inspiring lectures of key online marketing players. Also, there will be time for you to network with other attendees, obtain new contacts and exchange views on various matters.
Who’s going to be there?
Among the speakers of the 2019 edition of the conference, you can find representatives for the world-known companies such as Google, Microsoft, Distilled, Searchbrothers and more.
Take a look at the last edition’s recap, save the date and book your ticket!
#3 Email Insider Summit Europe
When: 18-21 February 2019
Where: Kitzbühel, Austria
Spend three days in beautiful winter scenery in Austria during which you’ll be able to meet the email marketing specialist. The summit will tackle topics of new trends in email marketing which let this area develop and stay in the marketing game alongside other popular forms of marketing art.
Main attractions:
Organized by MediaPost the event will be full of interesting networking opportunities, inspiring lectures and discussions that will definitely broaden your email marketing knowledge.
Who’s going to be there?
Prepare to spend these three days in a company of top marketing players such as Alexander Bjerkendahl from Uber or Leonie Bakker from New Skool Media. Representatives of the email marketing industry will be there to speak about their work.
#4 Mobile World Conference
When: 25-28 February 2019
Where: Barcelona, Spain
A conference that gathers the masters and enthusiasts of mobile marketing. This three-day event in Barcelona is a perfect choice for those of you who want to experience an event to its fullest. It will provide you with unforgettable new business connections and will present to you the key rising trends in the industry.
Main attractions:
At the MWC, you get the chance to experience a dozen conference sessions, partner programmes and seminars. You also have an opportunity to actively network with other participants and broaden your business contacts.
Who’s going to be there?
MWC is known for the big number of senior-level executives gathered in one place. In addition, over 100k attendees from over 60 countries will be there to share their experiences with you.
March
#5 Marketing Week Live
When: 6-7 March 2019
Where: London, UK
Marketing Week Live is two days full of proper inspiration for discovering and applying the latest trends in the marketing field. Save the date and visit London with many other specialists who wait to get new knowledge and share their experiences.
Main attractions:
Attending the event as a participant, you’ll find out answers for hot marketing questions and will enhance your skills during lectures. As an exhibitor, you’ll be able to meet the full stream of potential clients and can be sure to boost your brand’s awareness.
Who’s going to be there?
Among the exhibitors at Marketing Week Live 2019, you will meet the most popular companies ready to answer your questions. Agenda is yet to be announced, but the speakers will surely surprise and inspire you.
#6 ATOMICON 2019
When: 8 March 2019
Where: Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
Atomicon is considered one of the funniest and best digital marketing conferences in the UK. It focuses on depth-in practical advice which is followed by implementation plans. This way you can not only learn about new digital marketing techniques but also how to apply them in your everyday work.
Main attractions:
You can expect a bunch of valuable workshops which will tackle the topics like Live Video Confidence, Social Media Strategy, Webinars, Facebook Ads, How to Sell Online Products, Video Marketing, Content Ideas Generation, Messenger Bots, Sales Tactics and more.
Who’s going to be there?
The event is addressed to Small Business Owners, Solopreneurs Bloggers / Podcasters / YouTubers, Marketing Directors, Start-Ups, Authors & Speakers. Also, you will be able to meet the most inspiring representatives from marketing community such as Ian Anderson Gray, Dan Knowlton, Teresa Heath- Wareing and more.
#7 I <3 Marketing
When: 13-15 March 2019
Where: Warsaw, Poland
The conference one of its kind. It provides substantive lectures that attendees can rate afterward. You’ll not only get the latest knowledge and will learn useful tips from the best marketers in Poland but will also be able to engage in the event experience by choosing the best speaker.
Main attractions:
Well, did I mention the voting? This gamification-like form of the conference is the attraction itself. Along with this, the event provides many networking opportunities as attendees and speakers can meet for a drink and talk about not only marketing matters.
Who’s going to be there?
The key representatives of the marketing industry in Poland and across Europe will meet there to talk the marketing issues and trends.
# 8 Advertising Week Europe
When: 18-21 March 2019
Where: London, UK
A European edition of a world-known event. Advertising Week in London will gather over 30 000 of marketing specialists in one place to talk about marketing and advertising hot topics.
Main attractions:
Despite being able to start new relationships with thousands of experienced practitioners by attending AWE you get the chance to learn from the best specialists. They’ll tackle marketing, digital advertising and more topics that surely will inspire you and kickstart your marketing actions. Choose from many available passes and enjoy 4 days of pure knowledge.
Who’s going to be there?
The event will be full of senior-level executives alongside with new representatives of the industry. Among the speakers, you can see personas from top companies in the world like Unilever, Bank of America, Media Chain and more.
#9 Marketing Festival 2019
When: 20-22 March 2019
Where: Prague, Czech Republic
If you’re looking for the best digital marketing conferences to attend, join the crowd of attendees at the 2019 Marketing Festival that takes place in Prague. The event will welcome thousands of marketing specialist who will present their views and interesting news in a fun atmosphere. You can surely expect the best!
Main attractions:
Attending Marketing Festival you need to prepare for the unforgettable event experience. In the price of the ticket, you get the access to best workshops, lectures with the video recordings, catering, entry to parties with a proper festival atmosphere and more.
Who’s going to be there?
The speakers of 2019 edition will include professionalists like Jono Alderson from Yoast, Ryan Wallman from Wellmark and other experienced data analysts and marketing profs.
#10 B2B Marketing Expo
When: 27-28 March 2019
Where: London, UK
The biggest marketing expo in Europe. It’s the place where business representatives from around the region can meet, talk, share experiences and engage in business relationships. The conference with fairs will provide you with the knowledge about the latest trends, tools and marketing methods,
Main attractions:
By attending the event you get the chance to take part in professional seminars, workshops, expand your knowledge and get new business contacts by networking session.
Who’s going to be there?
Speakers at 2019 edition will include the stars of the industry such as Scott Binker from Hubspot and there are more!
April
#11 UnGagged
When: 1-3 April 2019
Where: London, UK
UnGagged is another convention highlighted on our list of the best digital marketing conferences. It’s a two-day long SEO and digital marketing conference which goes beyond providing conventional knowledge. At the conference, you’ll be able to learn the strategies that invited specialists wouldn’t share anywhere else (as the organizers promise!).
Main attractions:
After the conference, you can participate in a one-day masterclass. Also, during the event, you have access to lectures and presentations not shared anywhere else.
Who’s going to be there?
Expect to meet only the best key marketing players and learn from their experiences – you’ll meet for example Aiden Carrol, Greg Gifford Kevin Gibbons and more.
#12 Search Marketing Expo
When: 2-3 April 2019
Where: Munich, Germany
Another conference that we could put on the list of the best digital marketing conferences. Focusing on SEO and related areas, the event gathers enthusiasts to teach about new solutions, technologies and other novelties. You will learn how search marketing fit into the traditional marketing mix. What’s more, the communication of this year’s edition is inspired by Game of Thrones theme – one more reason to go, the SMX is coming.
Main attractions:
A unique approach to search marketing topic is the main advantage of this event alongside with workshops lectures and panels prepared for attendees,
Who’s going to be there?
The key players from leading companies around the world like McDonald’s, Google, Microsoft, IBM and more.
#13 BrightonSEO
When: 11-12 April 2019
Where: Brighton, UK
BrightonSEO is a massive twice-yearly conference on Search Marketing. Perceived as the best marketing conference of its kind, the event offers practical in-depth talks and experts presentation that will let you dive into the most substantive SEO and digital marketing knowledge available.
Main attractions:
The event will provide you with valuable content in many forms. You get the chance to participate in talks with experts from the industry, join the training courses and in the meantime perform networking actions to boost your network of business contacts. There are ticket options – ballot, friend and Training and Conference – get yours and save the date!
Who’s going to be there?
With the mass of digital marketing industry representatives comes a great number of experienced experts from top companies such as Google.
May
#14 Social Day
When: 1-3 May 2019
Where: London, UK
This Social Media event is the fresh point on the social media conferences map. During this 3 days, you can be sure to listen to the most inspirational talks as organizers invite only speakers who present a different and fresh approach to presentation. If you want to obtain their wisdom and interact with speakers during the conference, think about joining Social Day. You will surely experience a great event value and get engaged with its attractions.
Main attractions:
About 20 workshops, 40 speakers and 2 parties are waiting for you at this year’s edition of Social Day in London. You will get the chance to participate in exciting panels and keynote sessions while enhancing your skills at workshops. Worth to try, right?
Who’s going to be there?
As I mentioned before, you can be sure to meet a bunch of inspirational personas who will present to you a fresh approach to marketing and social media subject and share their company’s experience.
#15 The Disruptive Marketing Conference
When: 2 May 2018
Where: London, UK
This is the best marketing conference to attend if you wonder how today’s market affect today’s marketing and want to discuss the matter with the group of experienced professionals. Many great minds will gather to think about current problems and trends in the industry.
Main attractions:
The conference offers you interesting panels that will tackle topics like customer journey, digital marketing, content: the new currency and data-driven marketing. Also, you can send enquires as a speaker and sponsor, so don’t miss the chance.
Who’s going to be there?
During the event, you’ll meet top managers from leading English companies such as Sainsbury’s, Asos and much more.
#16 OMR Festival
When: 7-8 May 2019
Where: Hamburg, Germany
Funky looking, one of the largest and best digital marketing conferences. Following the organizers’ “OMR Festival 2019 meshes international stars of the digital marketing scene, up-and-coming players and hidden champions of the industry”. In the same time, during the conference, you will get access to experts, their insights and engaging personalities.
Main attractions:
At the festival, you will find many interesting lectures, masterclasses, guided tours, and exhibition hall. For those longing for even more fun organizers have a party.
Who’s going to be there?
The event will gather more than 400 exhibitors, 1000 influencers, over 5000 brands and 1500 CEOs. Quite a good reason to book the tickets, right?
#17 I-COM Global Summit
When: 13-16 May 2019
Where: Malaga, Spain
I-COM is the major gathering of the Marketing Data elite. It’s the world’s leading Marketing Data & Measurement Strategy conference where specialists can meet face-to-face in order to discuss, share experiences and broaden the knowledge. The event’s purpose is to gather, connect and inspire.
Main attractions:
About 80+ use cases will be put forward to drive discussions about the Marketing Data.
Who’s going to be there?
The full list of speakers is yet to be announced, but from what we can see at this point, the world elite fits just right to the event’s description. Expect only the key players and the most experienced representatives of the industry.
#18 Impact Summit
When: 15 May 2019
Where: Glasgow, Scotland
Named the best marketing conference in the Europe Impact Summit doesn’t slow down. The event comes back in 2019 with the purpose-driven, an innovative proposition for all entrepreneurs Join the crowd of experienced attendees from fields such as marketing, business and more.
Main attractions:
During the summit, you can be part of vibrant discussions on the future of the industry and business and participate in workshops. The agenda details are to be announced.
Who’s going to be there?
The list of speakers for this year’s edition is to be announced but just have a look at last year’s guests – what personas!
#19 SMX London
When: 21-22 May 2019
Where: London, UK
Another edition of one of the best digital marketing conferences around the world. This time, the London edition. The three-day event will leave you with many useful tips and practical advice on how to manage your SEO, SEM and Online Marketing strategies.
Main attractions:
Join the event to be a part of valuable discussions, workshops and networking sessions.
Who’s going to be there?
The whole spectrum of entrepreneurs who want to boost their online marketing actions. Also, speakers will improve the value of the event – they’re representatives of the top world-known companies.
July
#20 Amsterdam Affiliate Conference
When: 16-19 July 2019
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands
The conference considered as a must-attend of 2019. During the event, you’ll participate in fairs full of the most important representatives of the marketing industry. The agenda is full of the lectures that will inspire you to further work with your company.
Main attractions:
The strongest point of the conference will be an opportunity to broaden your business network during the sessions that will let you meet new fellow marketers.
Who’s going to be there?
At AAC you will meet top executives of leading companies of the local market which will give you a proper dose of inspiration and knowledge.
September
#21 Technology for Marketing
When: 25-26 September 2019
Where: London, UK
Join the best marketing conference that will cover the topic of new technologies used in modern marketing. This tradeshow will be an endless source of business contacts which will help you find the best solution for making your marketing actions even more effective.
Main attractions:
A huge proposition of exhibitors’ stands to visit and ask about the latest martech trends should be enough to convince you that it’s a place to be in September. Also, you can still register as an exhibitor and book yourself a stand.
Who’s going to be there?
The event will be full of top companies who provide marketing technology solutions and tools.
#22 MarketEd.Live
When: 30 September 2019
Where: Nottingham, UK
This annual, best marketing conference gathers top specialists together to provide you with the best knowledge on new marketing trends. You’ll be able to enhance your marketing strategies and learn sophisticated methods.
Main attractions:
You can join prelections and workshops and meet the best players in the marketing world.
Who’s going to be there?
MarketEd.Live will gather representatives and best speakers from United Kingdom and Europe.
October
#23 Festival of Marketing 2019
When:10-11 October 2019
Where: London, UK
Last year’s edition was named one of the best marketing conferences in Europe. The details of 2019 conference are still to be announced. However, save the date and follow the announcements to get the tickets as soon as the first top speaker will be revealed. I’m sure you’ll enjoy this conference, so it’s worth to wait!
#24 MarTech Festival
When: 30 October 2019
Where: London, UK
London will be busy this year hosting best marketing conferences. This one calls itself an ‘anti-conference’. The event will in a less formal way provide you with all the vital information about marketing technology of our times.
Main attractions:
Many interesting presentations on the topic of marketing tools.
Who’s going to be there?
Apart from the crowd of martech enthusiasts, you’ll get the chance to listen to Scott Binker from HubSpot – the rest of the speakers is yet to be announced.
November
#25 Digital & Social Media Conference Amsterdam
When: 25-26 November 2019
Where: Amsterdam. Netherlands
Let’s close our list with yet another one of the best digital marketing conferences in Europe. This event will open the sea of networking opportunities before you. Also, you’ll be able to learn more about digital marketing top strategies and dive into social media tricks to enhance your strategy.
Main attractions:
The lectures and discussions will be full of the latest real-life examples and case studies, so it’s worth to show up and listen!
Who’s going to be there?
Among the speaker’s list, you can spot some of the top companies’ representatives like Anders Holmberg Lange from Gucci and more.
So here it is, the ultimate list of TOP 25 marketing events to visit in Europe in 2019. I hope you’ll find something for yourself and will boost your marketing skills during this year.
2020 Update!
As we’re reaching the second half of 2019, let’s have a look at what interesting marketing conferences the next year will bring.
HUBDAY Future of Retail and E-commerce
When: 30 January 2020
Where: Paris, France
The next year will start with a massive focus on e-commerce and retail field with HUBDAY, a conference in Paris. It will let you kickstart the marketing vibe for the whole of 2020 with many attractions and inspiring lectures.
Main attractions:
The conference is an event to be a part of when you look for valuable workshops with representatives of leading world brands, such as Instagram or YouTube. Also, many interesting lectures and the place to share experiences with other participants will be provided by the organizer.
Who’s going to be there?
The event characterizes with the best selection of inspiring speakers that gained their knowledge by working for the world-known companies. 2020th edition will include representatives from companies such as YouTube, Pepsico, IBM, Skoda and much more.
E-commerce Berlin Expo
When: 13 February
Where: Berlin, Germany
E-commerce Berlin Expo is the biggest pure-play e-commerce event in the (tech) capital city of Germany. Over 7,000 visitors and 180 exhibitors are expected. This event provides business opportunities for the entire e-commerce ecosystem: from merchants to platforms, hosting providers, logistics providers, payment processors and other online solution businesses.
Main attractions:
The event offers a conference rich in valuable and inspiring content alongside expo full of providers of e-commerce solutions.
Who’s going to be there?
Expo brings together the top players in the e-commerce industry to offer online sellers and retailers the opportunity to develop their expertise and enhance their business strategies.
eTail Connect Spring 2020
When: 25 – 26 February
Where: Twickenham, United Kingdom
If you want to meet with senior eCommerce and Digital Marketing executives from leading UK retailers, eTail Connect is the right event for you.
Main attractions:
eTail, that takes place in the luxurious venue, offers a well-selected peer network, program customization that will ensure that your needs will be met and a variety of interesting meetings.
Who’s going to be there?
The event gives a chance to meet and exchange views with top senior marketing practitioners and digital marketing executives.
CONTENTIXX
When: 10 – 11 March 2020
Where: Munich, Germany
Content Marketing Conference in Munich is a must when you want to learn more about the traditional marketing channel which is content marketing.
Main attractions:
Alongside an interesting agenda that tackles a variety of content-related topics, the conference offers more than 20 side events. You can be sure to find something inspiring for yourself.
Who’s going to be there?
The event is attended by more than 600 content marketing enthusiasts and 120 speakers. You can definitely count on effective networking there.
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