Upcoming Web Design Conferences (Jan 2024 - Dec 2024)

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Conferences are about gathering information and knowledge but are also opportunities to meet and learn from other like-minded folks in the web design community. Plus, you’ll be exposed to a lot of new information, which will help you advance in your career.

We’ve been putting our heart and soul into crafting personal, inclusive, and valuable events for all of us to become better professionals. With online workshops, we aim to give you the same experience and access to experts as in an in-person workshop without needing to leave your desk. So you can learn at your own pace, in your own time, and follow interactive exercises whenever you like.

Boost your skills online and learn practical, actionable insights from experts in the industry live. With insightful takeaways, interactive exercises, access to experts, slides, recordings, and a friendly Q&A.

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Now, enough for the plug! ;-) Let’s dive into our list for January to December. I will keep updating this list, so make sure to bookmark this page and check it every once in a while!

January 2024

AI: Powering-up Consumer Insights 2024
“Join MRS for a showcase of real-world case studies that demonstrate innovative and transformative applications of AI in market and consumer research. Examine the efficiencies and possibilities when using AI-enhanced research methods, discuss the ongoing challenges of working in tandem with game-changing applications, and gain a rounded understanding of how and when AI can provide substantial benefits to insight delivery.”

When: January 18, 2024
Where: Online

TheJam.dev
“Web developers need to keep up with an extremely fast pace of change in the tools and technologies of their trade. New full-stack JavaScript frameworks, deployment platforms, serverless options, headless CMS, cloud databases, JavaScript runtimes, and so much more. It can all be a bit overwhelming. Thankfully, TheJam.dev pulls together the top experts in building for the web to tell you what you need to know…and it’s completely free! Join us on January 24-25 for two full days of amazing speakers!”

When: January 24–25, 2024
Where: Online

Next Conference 2024
“The NEXT Conference is where co-ops and businesses meet. You’ll be immersed in everything from industry trends and emerging technologies to best practice sharing and valuable on-the-job intangibles. Repeat attendees and survey feedback confirm the value of the NEXT for professional development and networking.”

When: January 29–31, 2024
Where: Indian Wells, CA, USA

UX360 Research Virtual
“UX360 will showcase the latest UX and design research trends: from planning and conducting to analysing and implementing UX insights. The summits include presentations and case studies from global thought leaders, interactive panel discussions, 1-2-1 meetings, and social networking sessions. Join UX360 to grow your community, network, learn, and be inspired!”

When: January 30–31, 2024
Where: Online

Design Matters Mexico ’24
“From Latin America, With Love will bring to the stage the intersection of technology and humanity, with designers from all across Latin America sharing how they’ve designed solutions for local needs, but with a local approach. We will learn how the path of indigenization and decolonization of design is not only a safe bet for inclusion but also a significant opportunity for new and unique types of design. The talks will tap into visual decolonization, restorative and transformative design, and an overall understanding of how the indigenous approach to nature has a valuable lesson for designers who want to learn how to implement a natural perspective to their craft.”

When: January 31–February 1, 2024
Where: Mexico City, Mexico and Online

SnowCamp
“First and foremost, it’s a high-level technical conference that focuses on innovation. SnowCamp brings IT professionals and researchers together to discuss today’s and tomorrow’s technologies. SnowCamp is a unique concept: day-long workshops on Wednesday to learn or improve a certain technology; a more classical conference on Thursday and Friday, and a socializing and relaxing day on the snow, in the mountains, on Saturday.”

When: January 31–February 2, 2024
Where: Grenoble, France

February 2024

Semiotics and Cultural Insights Conference 2024
“Join the MRS for a day of case studies from around the world, demonstrating how semiotics and cultural research are solving multiple branding and communication challenges. Hear how brand leaders are engaging new audiences by recoding messaging into modern, nuanced narratives. Examine the impact AI will have on visual culture and the implications for semiotics and cultural analysis.”

When: February 1, 2024
Where: Online

TEI2024: On The Edge
“The conference theme will be “On the Edge”: The theme echoes the location of the city and country that will host TEI’24. Ireland and the City of Cork are on the edge of Europe, which sometimes results in a sense of disconnection but also of opportunity and openness. We want to look at the positive and thought-provoking aspect of this by celebrating cutting-edge scientific research and art that is on the edge of disciplines and on the edge of new unique developments and possibilities. This will be reflected in the conference in the choice of keynote speakers, in the call for scientific contributions, in the curatorial brief for the art track and exhibition, and in the student design challenge.”

When: February 11–14, 2024
Where: Cork, Ireland

ProductCon London 2024
“Access cutting-edge Product Management industry trends and networking opportunities at ProductCon London, organized by Product School. Get the European perspective on Product during a time when the field is spreading throughout the continent.”

When: February 20, 2024
Where: London, UK

Axe-Con
“Axe-con is the world’s largest digital accessibility conference that welcomes developers, designers, business users, and accessibility professionals of all experience levels to an accessibility conference focused on building, testing, and maintaining accessible digital experiences.”

When: February 20–22, 2024
Where: Online

ProductWorld 2024
“Join 1,500 tech product managers and product developers at the world’s largest product management & development conference/tradeshow! ProductWorld is co-located with DeveloperWeek, where 8,000 software engineers and IT managers converge each year. Come hear the product success stories from tech product professionals at Silicon Valley’s top tech companies! Past speakers at our events include executives from Google, Facebook, IBM, Square, Uber, Linkedin, Slack, Microsoft, Atlassian, and 500+ more.”

When: February 21–29, 2024
Where: SF Bay Area, USA, and Online

Qual360
“Qual360 is the only global conference series dedicated to qualitative market research. With its 15-year history, Qual360 is a unique event catering to a strong global community of dedicated “Quallies.” Our strength lies in bringing together a unique mix of research professionals from international brands, leading agencies, and independent industry experts. Qual360 is all about networking, learning, and creating new opportunities. Industry leaders join to discuss innovative research approaches, learn about the latest methodologies, and how to leverage new types of insight. Each conference agenda is steered by an independent advisory board that reviews all speaking proposals, ensuring the highest possible quality.”

When: February 22–23, 2024
Where: Berlin, Germany

ConveyUX 2024
“Join us at ConveyUX in-person or online to learn the latest in UX, grow your skills, and connect with like-minded peers around the world. You’ll learn how industry experts are adapting their processes in an AI-driven era and walk away with new strategies and insights you can implement right away.”

When: Februar 27–29, 2024
Where: Seattle, WA, USA

JSWorld Conference 2024
“A 3-day JavaScript Celebration together with 2500 JavaScript Developers flying in from 50+ countries. Packed with the Latest JavaScript Updates by Authors, Creators, and Experts. 75 talks displaying the latest topics involving TypeScript, Node.js, React, Vue, Angular 15, Qwik, Vite, AuthZ, Demystifying Protocol Buffers, and gRPC. You have the choice to join for the Full 3 Day Experience, which includes Vuejs Amsterdam, the Globally Recognised Vue Community Event of the year. Or simply purchase a 1 Day Ticket for Friday, 1 March 2024, which covers a wide range of Topics geared towards helping you make good choices as a Javascript Developer.”

When: February 28–March 1, 2024
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands

March 2024

Design Operations London 2024
“Design Operations London 2024 invites you to network with peers and join industry experts who will delve into how embracing change can elevate the effectiveness, efficiency, and creativity of your operations, enabling Designers to do their very best work and amplify Design’s value. Sessions will explore strategies, case studies, and innovative approaches that will empower you to navigate and leverage change as a force for positive transformation.”

When: March 1, 2024
Where: London, UK

Mouvo
“Join Prague’s annual digital art conference, where graphic design, film, animation, and technology intersect. From inconspicuously inspiring to thought-provoking lectures, immerse yourself in a two-day event full of riveting talks led by world-class speakers. The theme for Mouvo 2024 is In the Process. Straightforward or complicated. Structured or chaotic. How is your process? And how does the upcoming technology make it shift? Let’s celebrate the art of making things happen, all the trial and error, lucky accidents, learning by doing, and the endless possible ways to creative output.”

When: March 1–2, 2024
Where: Prague, Czech Republic

World Information Architecture Day 2024
“World Information Architecture Day celebrates information architecture and shares knowledge and ideas from analog to digital, from design to development, from students to practitioners, globally and locally.”

When: March 2, 2024
Where: Online

Frontrunners 2024
“Frontrunners is a JavaScript and web developers conference held annually in the Washington, DC area. We feature a full day of interesting presentations from excellent speakers on a variety of topics of interest to web developers. Come discover how the best minds use the latest technologies to build solutions for the web. Network with other DC area web developers and discuss the newest emerging trends and techniques.”

When: March 8, 2024
Where: Washington, DC, USA

SXSW 2024
“Featuring a variety of tracks that focus on the most important breakthroughs in technology, film, culture, and music, SXSW proves that the most unexpected discoveries happen when diverse topics and people come together. Explore our 24 Conference Tracks, Keynotes, Featured Speakers, Formats, and more. Over 450 sessions have been announced, with entries up 33% compared to last season! Catch up on the first and second rounds of Keynote and Featured Speaker announcements, and stay tuned for more event information throughout the season.”

When: March 8–16, 2024
Where: Austin, TX, USA

Eighteenth International Conference on Design Principles & Practices
“The Design Principles & Practices Research Network offers an interdisciplinary forum to explore the meaning and purpose of design. In professional and disciplinary terms, the network traverses a broad sweep to construct a trans-disciplinary dialogue, which encompasses a wide array of design paradigms and practices. We move between theoretical reflection on the nature of design and case studies of design practice and from research-based perspectives to the experience-based perspectives of design insiders. Our aim is to build an epistemic community where we can make linkages across disciplinary, geographic, and cultural boundaries.”

When: March 11–13, 2024
Where: Valencia, Spain

Human-Robot Interaction 2024
“The 19th Annual Conference on Human-Robot Interaction (HRI 2024) will be held in Boulder, Colorado, USA on March 11–14, 2024. The conference theme for HRI 2024 is “HRI in the real world” and will focus on key HRI theories, designs, studies, systems, and technical advances that aim to bring HRI out of the lab and into everyday life.”

When: March 11–14, 2024
Where: Boulder, CO, USA

MRS Annual Conference 2024
“MRS Annual Conference 2024, Applied Transformation, will celebrate all that is excellent in our sector and address the transformative issues facing agencies and in-house teams. Our multi-stream format includes 28 carefully curated sessions, 31 client perspectives, and 3 fascinating keynote sessions providing tailored content for every member of your team — from owner to new executive. We’ll help you navigate the changing insights landscape, provide practical advice on improving skills, processes, and operations, and showcase what excellence in our sector looks like.”

When: March 12, 2024
Where: London, UK

WebDevCon Conference 2024
“Welcome to Europe’s most thrilling conference on Web, API, and Backend Technology! Join us for an immersive experience where industry experts, innovators, and enthusiasts converge to explore the latest trends and advancements in these dynamic fields.”

When: March 12–15, 2024
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Qual360
“Qual360 is the only global conference series dedicated to qualitative market research. With its 15-year history, Qual360 is a unique event catering to a strong global community of dedicated “Quallies”. Our strength lies in bringing together a unique mix of research professionals from international brands, leading agencies, and independent industry experts. Qual360 is all about networking, learning, and creating new opportunities. Industry leaders join to discuss innovative research approaches, learn about the latest methodologies, and how to leverage new types of insight. Each conference agenda is steered by an independent advisory board that reviews all speaking proposals, ensuring the highest possible quality.”

When: March 13–14, 2024
Where: Washington, DC, USA

Wasm I/O 2024
“Join the WebAssembly community from around the world for a two-day experience with plenty of deep technical sessions. There is no better place to share, discuss, collaborate, and socialize with other WebAssembly professionals. Wasm I/O 2024 will take place in the beautiful city of Barcelona. Don’t miss the chance to join us and shape the future of WebAssembly!”

When: March 14–15, 2024
Where: Barcelona, Spain

Machine Learning and Human-Computer Interaction 2024
“2024 5th International Conference on Machine Learning and Human-Computer Interaction aims to provide a forum for researchers, practitioners, and professionals from the industry, academia, and government to discourse on research and development, professional practice in Machine Learning and Human-Computer Interaction. It is Co-supported by Meji University, Japan, and the Sensors and Systems Society of Singapore (SSS). MLHMI 2024 will be held in Meiji University Ikuta campus, Kawasaki, Japan during March 14-16, 2024. Welcome scholars and researchers working in the field of Machine Learning and Human-Computer Interaction from all over the world to attend the conference, share your experiences and lessons with other enthusiasts, and develop opportunities for cooperation.”

When: March 14–16, 2024
Where: Kawasaki-shi, Japan

ACM Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces 2024
“ACM Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces (ACM IUI) 2024 is the 29th annual premiere venue, where researchers and practitioners will meet and discuss state-of-the-art advances at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). Ideal IUI submissions should address practical HCI challenges using machine intelligence and discuss both computational and human-centric aspects of such methodologies, techniques, and systems.”

When: March 18–21, 2024
Where: Greenville, SC, USA

UX Copenhagen 2024
“UX Copenhagen is so much more than a conference. It is a networking event for not just User Experience (UX) designers but also for those who work with and around UX. It connects people from all over the world for essential conversations. Our speakers are a wonderful mix of professionals, ranging from juniors new to the field to big names in UX and design. Attendees are UX professionals, design leaders, strategists, and marketing professionals and their teams from all around the world. Each year, we host hands-on workshops, brilliant talks, and live Q&A sessions with each of the speakers. We also feature raffles, book sales, book signings, a dinner party, and networking with lots of wonderful people!”

When: March 20–21, 2024
Where: Copenhagen, Denmark and Online

CX, UX and MR Conference 2024
“A day dedicated to exploring collaborative practices where shared insights, skills, and mindsets are leading to better customer outcomes. Find out how brands are breaking down insight silos and embedding the voice of the consumer throughout their operations.”

When: March 21, 2024
Where: London, UK

JavaScript Days 2024
“At the JavaScript Days, Angular Days, React Days, and HTML & CSS Days, a selection of first-class experts will teach you in-depth how to optimally plan and successfully implement JavaScript and HTML-based applications, what strengths and weaknesses the different technologies have or how to choose a suitable architecture.”

When: March 18–21, 2024
Where: Munich, Germany and Online

NG-Conf 2024
“NG-Conf 2024 is a two-day double-track conference focused on building the Angular community. Come be part of this amazing event! Meet the Angular Team and some of the biggest names in the community. Learn the latest in Angular, build your network, and grow your skills.”

When: March 18—21, 2024
Where: Salt Lake City, UT, USA

WebDev Day 2024
“Welcome to WeAreDevelopers LIVE — WebDev Day! Join us for an online event dedicated to exploring everything front-end (and probably some back-end) from HTML, CSS, and UX/UI design to JavaScript and its frameworks. Hear from true experts who want to share their knowledge and help you stay up-to-date with the latest trends in web development. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your skills and dive into the exciting world of web design. So get yourself comfortable and tune in!”

When: March 20, 2024
Where: Online

React Paris 2024
“Bringing you the latest in the React ecosystem, REACT PARIS hosts confirmed speakers, authors, and core team members sharing about the hottest frameworks and the trendiest tech tools, joined by a wide range of developers, team leads, consultants willing to get inspired, learn and network! Expect talks about React Server Components, AI, Accessibility, Design, Suspense, Performance, State, Remix, Typescript, and more!”

When: March 22, 2024
Where: Paris, France and Online

Advancing Research 2024
“Are you frustrated with the state of UX research? Does it feel like things have stagnated? We have good news and bad news, and they’re the same news: you’re not alone. Many of the research leaders and senior practitioners we speak with are feeling the same way. Advancing Research 2024 is your opportunity to collaboratively re-assess the state of the practice, consider the increasingly complex demands being placed upon research teams and leaders, and work together to define clear roles, set goals, and establish scalable solutions for achieving them.”

When: March 25–27, 2024
Where: New York, NY, USA

April 2024

CityJS London 2024
“The event is a JavaScript conference is a gathering where professionals explore the latest trends, best practices, and innovations in JavaScript development, featuring sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities to enhance skills and foster community engagement.”

When: April 3–5, 2024
Where: London, UK

OFFF Barcelona 2024
“We are a community of Offline/ Online designers, Motion Designers, Thinkers, Sound Designers, Graphic Designers, Theorists, Developers, Professionals, and Students.”

When: April 4–6, 2024
Where: Barcelona, Spain

Web Con 2024
“Now in its 24th year, this two-day virtual conference brings together web designers, developers, social media marketers, content managers/creators, and other web professionals within higher ed and beyond.”

When: April 4–5, 2024
Where: Online

Kaboom Animation Festival
“Kaboom Animation Festival is the one-stop-shop for the latest and greatest in all things animated. Ranging from cutting-edge experimental arthouse to colorful stories, Kaboom will cater to the animation needs of all. Yes, even yours, my amazing weirdo friend!”

When: April 5–14, 2024
Where: Utrecht, Amsterdam, Netherlands and Online

International JavaScript Conference 2024
“The JavaScript world is constantly evolving, and there’s something new to learn every day. We at the International JavaScript Conference want you to be a part of that change and stay on top of the latest trends. From Angular and React to WebAssembly, from Progressive Web Apps to JAMstack — international experts share insights on the present and future JavaScript. Join us to broaden your knowledge and network with other JS enthusiasts.”

When: April 8–11, 2024
Where: London, UK and Online

IAC 2024
“Be part of the world’s leading gathering for information architecture. The IAC is attended every year by hundreds of professionals in information architecture, user experience design, and content strategy.”

When: April 9–13, 2024
Where: Seattle, WA, USA

UX Healthcare Europe 2024
“UX Healthcare is a team of healthcare professionals, developers, and designers who are passionate about improving the user experience in healthcare. We believe that there is no reason why a patient should have to feel frustrated or confused when they are trying to access their own data. We also believe that clinicians should be able to make decisions based on real-time data, not just estimates or assumptions. By connecting those two groups — clinicians and UX designers — we can create a better healthcare system for everyone involved. Our goal is to help UX practitioners, clinicians, and stakeholders improve the holistic patient experience. UXH Community will come together in London, Amsterdam, and Berlin.”

When: April 11–12, 2024
Where: London, UK

jsday 2024
“jsday 2024 is the 13th edition of the Italian JavaScript conference, organized by GrUSP, organizers of events like phpday, reactjsday, and many others. The event is international, and all sessions will be in English. This 2024 edition is taking place in Verona and will last 2 days”

When: April 11–12, 2024
Where: Verona, Italy

Creative South 2024
“Creative South is a weekend of creative thinking, collaboration, and exploration. Attendees enjoy insightful workshops, inspiring presentations, and a community unlike any other. Our goal is to connect folks in the creative industry and the design community while we also have a whole lot of fun!”

When: April 11–13, 2024
Where: Columbus, GA, USA

UXinsight Festival 24
“As the UX research field matures, collaborations expand, and AI reshapes processes, adaptability is key.”

When: April 15–17, 2024
Where: Breda, The Netherlands

The Art Department 2024 — Eindhoven
“Fest and conference focuses on the design process and craftsmanship in film, animation, and games. In 2024, The Art Department will return to industrial venue Klokgebouw with a program packed with artist talks, demos, screenings, live sketching sessions, portfolio reviews, recruitment, and so much more! A playground for the creative industry.”

When: April 18–19, 2024
Where: Eindhoven, Netherlands

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Commit Conf 2024
“Commit is the Spanish conference where we discuss Cloud, Web, and Machine Learning while we play foosball or build a giant Jenga. Come with friends. Make new friends. Come as a speaker or attendee. We have two days in the whole year to spend together, chatting about what excites us.”

When: April 19–20, 2024
Where: Madrid, Spain

Ergonomics & Human Factors 2024
“Presentations, keynotes, panel discussions, and much more take place over the next two days, 23–24 April.”

When: April 22–24, 2024
Where: Kenilworth, UK

Boston Design Week 2024
“Boston Design Week seeks to increase public awareness and appreciation of all aspects of design, foster recognition of the vital role design plays in our lives, and bring new audiences to a wide array of design industries and organizations. Our vision is to encourage the public to explore all aspects of design.”

When: April 23, 2024
Where: Bostom, MA, USA

Crop 2024
“Join us this upcoming April for our TENTH Crop creative experience! Celebrate this milestone event with us in beautiful Austin, Texas. Crop is expanding this year to two full days of inspiring keynotes, rad vendors, live activations, and parties! We’ll also have our workshop day kicking things off for those who can’t wait to expand their skill set and learn from the best in the creative industry.”

When: April 24–26, 2024
Where: Austin, TX, USA

FITC Toronto 2024
“This year at FITC Toronto, let’s explore the journey of the creator. Explore the importance of embracing creativity from both the past and present into our lives, where experiences converge and illuminate a bright future of inspiration for creative individuals. This is the nexus where experiences converge… Enlightenment — let creativity brighten the way.”

When: April 29–30, 2024
Where: Toronto, Canada

May 2024

CHI 2024
“The conference embraces the theme of Surfing the World — reflecting the focus on pushing forth the wave of cutting-edge technology and riding the tide of new developments in human-computer interaction. The conference serves as a platform for researchers, practitioners, and industry leaders to share their latest work and ideas and to foster collaboration and innovation in the field. Attendees will Surf the World of Technology by engaging in keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and other interactive sessions focusing on the latest developments and trends in the field.”

When: May 11–16, 2024
Where: Honolulu, HI, USA

Beyond Tellerrand Düsseldorf 2024
“14 years of Beyond Tellerrand in Düsseldorf. Join the community event on 13 and 14 May 2024 for an exciting two days. Sharing ideas and exchange with like-minded people about creativity, technology, and anything Web. Beyond Tellerrand is the event where design and code meet. Speakers include Stefan Sagmeister, Maggie Appleton, David Dylan Thomas, Chris Campe, and many more.”

When: May 13–14, 2024
Where: Düsseldorf, Germany

La Product Conf 2024
“We started La Product Conf (LPC) because inventive and ambitious Product People needed to connect, share their experiences, and find the best ways to transform their ideas into reality. We’re empowering a European community of Product professionals to promote the Product mindset in their companies. It all started with a meetup with 50 people, and now we organize the annual flagship Product conferences in Paris and Madrid.”

When: May 15, 2024
Where: Paris, France

UXDX USA 2024
“Talks and workshops sharing the latest case studies and processes from the leading companies in the world.” 25+ speakers, 500 attendees, 10 workshops.

When: May 15–17, 2024
Where: New York, NY, USA and Online

Into Design Systems 2024
“Into Design Systems is the biggest virtual and interactive Design Systems conference worldwide. Our speakers are Design Systems experts & pioneers. All of them provide practical & hands-on future-proofed content. This event is organized by the Design Systems community for the community.”

When: May 15–17, 2024
Where: Online

UX360 Research Europe
“UX360 will showcase the latest UX and design research trends: from planning and conducting to analysing and implementing UX insights. The summits include presentations and case studies from global thought leaders, interactive panel discussions, 1-2-1 meetings, and social networking sessions. Join UX360 to grow your community, network, learn, and be inspired!”

When: May 16–17, 2024
Where: Berlin, Germany

When: May 17, 2024
Where: Madrid, Spain

DESIGN 2024 Conference
“The DESIGN Conference programme offers broad exchange possibilities to researchers and practitioners, strategic decision makers, managers, design and engineering professionals, national or regional agencies or governmental bodies. Our goal is to bring together researchers and practitioners who have worked on or thought about engineering and industrial design from a variety of perspectives, disciplines, and fields: engineering, aesthetics, ergonomics, psychology, sociology, and the like.”

When: May 20–23, 2024
Where: Dubrovnik, Croatia

When: May 20–23, 2024
Where: San Diego, CA, USA and Online

UX-LX 2024
“Join UX friends from all over the world for a one-of-a-kind learning experience. It’s 4 days to soak in new knowledge and strengthen your skillset.”

When: May 21–24, 2024
Where: Lisbon, Portugal

App.js Conf 2024
“App.js Conf is a 3-day event focused on React Native and Expo. It’s a place where you meet the creators and maintainers of React Native and Expo, share your experiences, be a part of the community, and shape the future of app development with us.”

When: May 22–24, 2024
Where: Krakow, Poland

Moar Serverless!! 2024
“The tools and technologies under the serverless umbrella keep evolving and expanding with new offerings around AI and new capabilities at the edge. Moar Serverless will give you all the information you need to take advantage of serverless in your application development.”

When: May 23, 2024
Where: Online

JS Heroes 2024
“Leaving behind us the tumultuous growth of the JS ecosystem, we will focus on the positive outcomes of all the years of challenging “best practices.” We want to bring on stage talks about design patterns and system architecture, but also web standards and language advancements. Along with these, we want to tackle software complexity and deal with legacy code and legacy systems. At JSHeroes, we always ventured outside the pure language ecosystem, so expect to see a variety of talks covering the entire landscape of web development and JavaScript as a universal programming language.”

When: May 23–24, 2024
Where: Cluj-Napoca, Romania

From Business to Buttons Conference 2024
“From Business to Buttons (FBTB) is one of Europe’s premier Design Conferences held annually in Stockholm, Sweden. It is the meeting place for everyone who wants inspiration and hands-on advice on how to generate business value by creating great experiences. Join us at FBTB24 to reflect on your role and learn how design can mitigate risks, ignite change, and make systems thinking empathic. Our speakers will inspire you to take action in complex situations and create impactful solutions together.”

When: May 24, 2024
Where: Stockholm, Sweden

The Art Department 2024 — Berlin
“Berlin creatives, rebels, and rascals, here we come! For the fourth edition of The Art Department Berlin, we dive into the process of creating and putting a spotlight on the artists who are responsible for designing worlds, characters, and stories of some of the biggest productions. Think artist talks, demos, screenings, live sketching sessions, portfolio reviews, recruitment, and so much more! A playground for the creative industry.”

When: May 25–26, 2024
Where: Berlin, Germany

Webinale 2024
“Webinale is the conference for product owners, web designers, and frontend coders. It combines user experience with code and offers a variety of topics that are important for digital professionals nowadays. Accessibility, progressive web apps, modern customer journeys, and the latest neuromarketing findings for increased conversions are just some of the topics presented by the speakers at the webinale. Get essential insights into fascinating digital trends! As a crossover platform, webinale inspires digitally oriented makers from a variety of disciplines — web designers, developers, and product owners — and encourages dialog and exchange of experience!”

When: May 27–31, 2024
Where: Berlin, Germany and Online

ProductCon New York 2024
“Access cutting-edge Product Management industry trends and networking opportunities at ProductCon New York, organized by Product School. Hear fresh perspectives on the Product from the heart of New York City, the fastest-growing tech hub in the United States.”

When: May 29, 2024
Where: New York, NY, USA

UX Scotland 2024
“UX Scotland is a conference for designers, researchers, and other user-centered professionals to come together to learn, share, and connect with the community. Hosted in the beautiful city of Edinburgh, our curated event experience includes a mixture of inspiring keynotes, engaging sessions, and interactive workshops. It’s an ideal setting to meet and share experiences with fellow practitioners and leading experts. We’re committed to participant and speaker inclusivity and to creating a safe space for everyone to learn and enjoy.”

When: May 29–31, 2024
Where: Edinburgh, UK

June 2024

Graphics Interface 2024
“In 2024, GI is celebrating its 50th anniversary! The GI 2024 program will cover technical and fundamental contributions in both graphics and HCI. With graphics and HCI having equal weights in the conference, Graphics Interface offers a unique venue for a meeting of minds working on computer graphics and interactive techniques. Browse the proceedings archive. Graphics Interface is sponsored by the Canadian Human-Computer Communications Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing research and education in the fields of computer graphics, visualization, and human-computer interaction.”

When: June 3–6, 2024
Where: Halifax, Canada

Designing with AI 2024
“Join us at Designing with AI 2024, where we’ve moved beyond speculation about Artificial Intelligence’s impact on UX professionals. It’s time to address more pressing questions: How can AI elevate the effectiveness and impact of UX professionals? And equally important, how can we navigate and prevent the potential pitfalls resulting from hasty AI integration? You’ll learn from and be inspired by cutting-edge case studies and demonstrations that showcase AI applications in UX design, research, and content creation. And our expert panels will empower you to sharpen your critical thinking, enabling proactive anticipation and mitigation of unintended consequences stemming from AI in our field.”

When: June 4–7, 2024
Where: Online

Front End Performance Day 2024
“Dive into cutting-edge techniques like responsive design, interactive animations, and seamless integrations. Optimize your code with performance profiling, lazy loading, and caching strategies. Boost user experiences through intuitive interfaces, smooth transitions, and accessibility enhancements. Sounds interesting? Then don’t forget to tune in!”

When: June 5, 2024
Where: Online

Design Matters Tokyo 24
“Design Matters Tokyo 24 is a conference on digital design — made for designers, by designers. It is a place to gather together, share ideas, and discuss experiences. Design Matters involves a knowledgeable community of creative and curious minds who share the same drive and passion for digital design, technology, art, and society.”

When: June 5–6, 2024
Where: Tokyo, Japan and Online

By Design Conference 2024
“Join us in exploring and celebrating endings! Endings are often overlooked, even though they are just as important as beginnings, if not more. Be part of our 10th and last edition and find new perspectives on how to end things.”

When: June 8, 2024
Where: Bratislava, Slovakia

JS Nation 2024
“JSNation is a 2-day, 2-track event focusing exclusively on JavaScript development. Discover the future of the JavaScript development ecosystem and get connected to its stellar crowd! The format of the event will be hybrid, with the first day (June 13) streamed from the Amsterdam venue, including hybrid networking features and interactive entertainment, and the second day (June 17), as well as the numerous free workshops around the conference days, streamed to the global audience online.”

When: June 13 & 17, 2024
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands and Online

ACE! 2024
“ACE! is the largest regional conference of its kind in Central Europe, attracting people from all over the region. We’re really excited about the next edition, which will combine two tracks, Agile Software Development and Product Design & Management, into one conference. The Building Software Better track is a great place to learn for Scrum Masters, Agile Coaches, Project & Product Managers, Team Leaders, attendees on the C-level position and everyone engaged in the Product Delivery process. The Building Better Products track is for everyone involved in creating products, including Product Managers, UI and Interaction Designers, and UX Designers & Researchers.”

When: June 13–14, 2024
Where: Krakow, Poland

Future Frontend 2024
“One of the aspects that makes Future Frontend unique in its category is the format we use for the event. Over the two days of the event, we run eight themed sessions with two speakers each. Each pair gets a 1.5-hour slot, and usually, this means two talks and a panel on the topic. For 2024, we have chosen the following themes: compilers, artificial intelligence, design, UI in combination with design and edge, green computing, standardization, user interaction, and demonstrations.”

When: June 13–14, 2024
Where: Paasitorni, Helsinki

Pixel Pioneers 2024
“Pixel Pioneers is an affordable community conference for front-end developers and UX/UI designers with a focus on actionable takeaways. Organised by content consultant Oliver Lindberg, the single-track events bring world-class advice from the industry’s brightest minds to the UK.”

When: June 14, 2024
Where: Bristol, UK

React Summit 2024
“React Summit is an annual conference on all things React, gathering thousands of Front-end and Full-stack engineers from around the world. Originally exclusively in-person, React Summit now offers a hybrid format with both remote and in-person participation. The first day is to be streamed from the Amsterdam venue, including hybrid networking features and interactive entertainment, and the second day, as well as the numerous free workshops, streamed to the global audience online.”

When: June 14–18, 2024
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands

When: June 18–19, 2024
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands

UX London 2024
“Join us at CodeNode London for a three-day conference covering all aspects of the design process from user research and product design through to design ops and design systems.”

When: June 18–20, 2024
Where: London, UK

The Next Web Conference 2024
“At TNW Conference, technology is the beating heart of what we do. Our mission is to inform and connect tech with present and future challenges. Join forces with international industry leaders, policymakers, startups, and investors to come together and build towards a more sustainable, equitable, and inclusive future. Let us work towards a future where technology is a beacon of hope once again, all while getting all of the benefits of a conference with the energy of a festival — do business, get inspired, meet industry peers, and enjoy every minute of it.”

When: June 20–21, 2024
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands

UXPA International 2024
“Meet up with fellow UX professionals from around the world for four days of amazing content and camaraderie! A Monday of full and half-day workshops followed by three days of keynotes, panels, and sessions for the full conference.”

When: June 24–27, 2024
Where: Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA

Config 2024
“2024 will be the most exciting Config yet, with programming designed to connect a dynamic community of builders to the future of product development.” 75+ speakers, 50+ sessions, 8000+ attendees.

When: June 26–27, 2024
Where: San Francisco, CA, USA

July 2024

ACM Conference on Designing Interactive Systems 2024
“This conference theme asks, “Why design?” In the following ways:

What is design good for? Where can it be used to engage with contemporary troubles?
Who designs? What does design look like when everyone designs?
How does design produce knowledge? How can that knowledge feed back into the troubles and uncertainties of our world?
What kind of design strategies, methods, and approaches can be used to respond to current issues?
How can design imagine new relations to ourselves, our societies, and the environment?”

When: July 1–5, 2024
Where: Copenhagen, Denmark

ACM Conference on Designing Interactive Systems 2024 — (Visit conference website →)

Middlesbrough Front End 2024
“Welcome to the Middlesbrough Front End Conference, a gathering designed for engineers, web architects, technology leaders, and digital agencies at the forefront of the ever-evolving landscape of modern web development. Following the success of our inaugural event last year, where we welcomed over 200 enthusiastic attendees and featured a stellar lineup of speakers, including Jake Archibald, Jo Franchetti, Eddie Jaoude, Sophie Koonin, Phil Hawksworth, and more, we are thrilled to announce the call for papers (CFP) for MFE 2024.”

When: July 17, 2024
Where: Middlesbrough, UK

August 2024

UX & Product Design Week 2024
“Our 4-day learning expedition will immerse you into London’s tech and creative industry exploring the hottest trends and latest inventions. You will have a chance to meet the teams behind the most ground-breaking products and learn how they approach design and UX strategy, work with clients, and improve their services. This programme includes office visits, talks, case studies, fire-side chats, roundtable discussions, and mini-workshops — to give an even better perspective on how they work and collaborate.”

When: August 6–9, 2024
Where: London, UK

UXDX APAC 2024
“Talks and workshops sharing the latest case studies and processes from the leading companies in the world.” 25+ speakers, 500 attendees, 8 workshops.

When: August 13–15, 2024
Where: Online

UX Australia 2024
“At UX Australia 2024, you will be able to connect with a global audience to share inspiration, insights, knowledge, and experiences. Join your peers, pros, and leaders to help overcome challenges and bridge the way to your next opportunity. And for your organisation? You’ll be bringing back new skills and insights to apply to your current roles.”

When: August 27–30, 2024
Where: Melbourne, Australia and Online

September 2024

UX Design Summit 2024
“UXDG Virtual 2024 is Merlien’s flagship event born out of our QUAL360 and UX360 research conference series. Innovation in UX Design is increasingly important as industries are evolving and emerging technologies are constantly changing. UXDG will cater to this trend and offer a unique platform for the world’s best designers to showcase their successful UX design strategies. UXDG will showcase the latest UX and Product Design — from innovative design thinking processes and product design strategies to user research and testing. This amazing conference includes presentations from top-level UX and Product Designers from the world’s largest brands, panel discussions, and interactive workshops.”

When: September 4–5, 2024
Where: Berlin, Germany

React Native EU conference
“React Native EU is a place for developers to expand their knowledge by learning from Core Contributors and industry leaders. Every September, it hosts prominent speakers who share their expertise and network with attendees. This year’s edition is a fully onsite event, taking place in the beautiful city of Wrocław, Poland.”

When: September 5–6, 2024
Where: Wroclaw, poland

SmashingConf Freiburg 2024: The Web
“Our 12th SmashingConf Freiburg — all about front-end, UX, and design — is for front-end developers and designers. With adventures into design systems, accessibility, CSS, JavaScript, web performance, and cutting-edge techniques.”

When: September 9–11, 2024
Where: Freiburg, Germany

The International Design Conference (IDC) and IDSA Education Symposium 2024
“The International Design Conference (IDC) and IDSA Education Symposium is a platform for amplifying the unique and bold voice of industrial design while celebrating the deep interconnection with other creative disciplines. Our interest is in developing a shared dialogue that advances our ability to collaborate and magnifies the impact of our work.”

When: September 11, 2024
Where: Austin, TX, USA

Leadership By Design 2024
“Leadership By Design is more than a conference; it’s a two-day journey into the heart of design leadership. This curated event brings together innovators and influencers for an immersive exploration of leadership principles and practices. Engage in meaningful dialogues, discover proven strategies, and unlock your potential as a design leader. With inspiring speakers and interactive workshops, you’ll leave empowered and energized. Secure your seat and transform your leadership!”

When: September 12–13, 2024
Where: Chicago, IL, USA and Online

London Design Festival 2024
“The London Design Festival was launched by Sir John Sorrell CBE and Ben Evans CBE in 2003. Building on London’s existing design activity, their concept was to create an annual event that would promote the city’s creativity, drawing in the country’s greatest thinkers, practitioners, retailers, and educators to deliver an unmissable celebration of design. The launch of the first Festival took place at Bloomberg on 25 March 2003, with a show of support from design, education, government, and London organisations. 20 years later, this vision remains ever strong.”

When: September 14–22, 2024
Where: London, UK

SDinGov 2024
“SDinGov is the premier international community event dedicated to anyone involved in designing and commissioning public services. We are excited to announce that we are returning for our 11th year, and it will be an in-person three-day conference taking place on 18–20 September 2024. Our conference is open to participants who manage, design or develop central and local government services, health and education services, emergency sector services, civic technologies, and other related fields. Whether you are a government employee, consultant, or design agency, we welcome you to join us.”

When: September 18–20, 2024
Where: Edinburgh, UK

When: September 19–20, 2024
Where: Berlin, Germany

UXCon Vienna
“UXCon Vienna is an international platform for UX enthusiasts. We provide professional exchange and build a bridge between the European UX scene and pioneers in the US. Whether you’re a pro or just starting out, we’ve got you covered with expert insights, networking opportunities, and a chance to connect with the best in the biz.”

When: September 19–20, 2024
Where: Vienna, Austria

JSConf Ireland 2024
“JSConf Ireland 2024 (Formerly JSDayIE) is a 2-day single-track tech conference dedicated to the JavaScript community in Ireland featuring over 350 attendees and some of the best local and global JavaScript professionals and organizations. JSConf Ireland 2024 will take place on September 25th & 26th, 2024, at the Royal Marine Hotel, Dublin, Ireland.”

When: September 25–26, 2024
Where: Dublin, Ireland

When: September 25–27, 2024
Where: Prague, Czech Republic

Code Word 2024
“Content is what makes the web useful. We use it every day for learning, research, and entertainment. But content is rarely a topic developers focus on, even though it is a critical aspect of what they build. CodeWord Conf is all about the combination of code and content.”

When: September 26, 2024
Where: Online

DesignOps Summit 2024
“DesignOps Summit 2024 is the premier event for people who lead design operations and teams &nmdash; and we’re excited to bring it back in person later this year.”

When: September 27–29, 2024
Where: TBA and Online

October 2024

Nordic.js 2024
“Every year, we’ve offered an exciting mix of talks, workshops, and networking opportunities, all while exploring the latest JavaScript trends, technologies, and best practices. In 2024, we’re going all out to create a mind-blowing experience for everyone. Expect an even more amazing lineup of speakers, sessions, and fun activities. Plus, it’ll be the perfect chance to look back on the past decade of Nordic.js and toast to the incredible community we’ve built together.”

When: October 3–4, 2024
Where: Stockholm, Sweden

SmashingConf New York 2024: Front-End & UX
“We can’t wait to be back for SmashingConf New York 2024 — our friendly and inclusive conference for designers and front-end developers. Boost your design and development skills the smashing way.”

When: October 7–10, 2024
Where: New York, NY, USA

UXDX EMEA 2024
“Talks and workshops sharing the latest case studies and processes from the leading companies in the world.” 50+ speakers, 2000 attendees, 10 workshops.

When: October 9–11, 2024
Where: Dublin, Ireland and Online

Circles 2024
“Join us in 2024 where we gather to explore the expansive world of creative design and the subtle influence of AI. In this year’s event, AI serves as a catalyst, adding a touch of innovation to our discussions but not overshadowing our primary focus on creative design. Our mission is to ‘Amplify Creativity,’ delving into the art of design, craftsmanship, and the power of human expression. Discover how AI can be seamlessly integrated into your design process, enhancing your creative vision while maintaining the core essence of design excellence. Together, we’ll celebrate the convergence of creativity, where traditional and contemporary approaches unite, leaving you inspired and ready to embark on new design adventures.”

When: October 9–11, 2024
Where: Grapevine, TX, USA

Design Thinking Conference 2024
“It is time to take the next step and truly deep dive into Design Thinking. Deep diving into Design Thinking means looking at it critically, discussing it constructively, and surprising ourselves with fresh perspectives. We believe that new approaches are emerging because our world needs new solutions to solve the problems we are facing. As a result, Design Thinking and other human-centric approaches are emerging. The mission of the Design Thinking Conference is to keep the conversation on Design Thinking moving forward and push the boundaries as far as we possibly can.”

When: October 10–11, 2024
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Digital Thinkers Conf
“We recognize the talent and effort of the best web designers, developers, and agencies in the world.”

When: October 11–13, 2024
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands

World Usability Congress
“The World Usability Congress is the global leading UX expert & strategy conference. We invite over 50 speakers from different industries to share their real-world UX challenges and collaborate with our attendees in multi-disciplinary workshops.”

When: October 15–17, 2024
Where: Graz, Austria

George UX Conference
“Designers, we need to talk. In a rapidly changing world, how can we keep the future of finances in a human shape? Join your peers at the 2nd George UX Conference: Listen. Debate. Learn. Celebrate. Create.”

When: October 19, 2024
Where: Vienna, Austria

Design Matters ’24
“Design Matters is a Copenhagen-based conference on digital design — made for designers by designers. It is a place to gather together, share ideas, and discuss experiences. Design Matters involves a knowledgeable community of creative and curious minds who share the same drive and passion for digital design, technology, art, society, and sustainability.”

When: October 23–25, 2024
Where: Copenhagen, Denmark and Online

Blanc Festival 2024

“Experience, leisure, and learning:
You are in the center. For Blanc!, the program is as important as your experience at the festival.
Rebellious and different:
A rebellious, fun, and different festival. A unique experience of design and innovation in a close and cozy environment.
Leaders in the design area:
Learn from the leaders of the design and creativity areas, from their experiences, learnings, and successes.
Successful professionals:
Learn and be inspired by the stories of professionals who have found the key to being more creative and innovative.”

When: October 24–26, 2024
Where: Barcelona, Spain

Blanc Festival 2024 — (Visit conference website →)

SmashingConf Antwerp 2024: Design & UX
“Meet SmashingConf Antwerp — our conference on design & UX, for designers and UI engineers who love the web. On usability, design systems, product design, and UX challenges. Boost your design skills the smashing way.”

When: October 28–31, 2024
Where: New York, NY, USA

November 2024

Digital Customer Experience Summit 2024
“The leading CX event for accelerating your digital transformation journey and boosting customer loyalty. Welcome to the 10th edition of the Digital Customer Experience Summit. With our speakers holding positions in public and private sectors, DCX covers the latest technology, consumer behaviour, and customer experience trends for 2024.”

When: November 5–6, 2024
Where: Toronto, Canada

Web Summit 2024
“Politico has said we run “the world’s premier tech conference,” the Atlantic that Web Summit is “where the future goes to be born,” and the New York Times that we assemble “a grand conclave of the tech industry’s high priests.” At a time of great uncertainty for many industries and, indeed, the world itself — we gather policymakers, heads of state, and the founders and CEOs of technology companies and fast-growing startups to ask a simple question: Where to next?”

When: November 11–14, 2024
Where: Lisbon, Portugal

UX Brighton 2024
“UX Brighton is a community group disseminating knowledge about all aspects of user experience, founded in 2008. You don’t need to be a “UX designer” to attend UX Brighton. We aim our events at designers, developers, project managers, entrepreneurs, copywriters, and basically anyone who thinks that listening to users makes them better at their job.”

When: November 1, 2024
Where: Brighton, UK

HCI International 2024
“HCI International 2024, jointly with the affiliated Conferences, under the auspices of 21 distinguished international boards, is held under one management and one registration. HCII2024 will run as a ‘hybrid’ conference.”

When: November 9, 2024
Where: Washington, DC, USA

Leading Design London 2024
“Since 2016, Leading Design has been convening leaders from around the globe to learn, share, and grow. This world-class conference is designed specifically for people leading design teams or overseeing design direction. Leaders from some of the world’s most pioneering organisations join us at London’s iconic Barbican Centre to take some time away from the day job and connect with peers in an atmosphere where long-lasting relationships are formed.”

When: November 6–7, 2024
Where: London, UK

Beyond Tellerrand Berlin 2024
“Beyond Tellerrand Berlin edition no. 9 after the event started in Berlin in 2014. Join us for another dose of technology, creativity, and the Web for two days on November 7 and 8, 2024. Beyond Tellerrand is the event where design and technology meet! Speakers include Paddy Donnelly, Sophie Koonin, Miriam Suzanne, and many more.”

When: November 7–8, 2024
Where: Berlin, Germany

December 2024

Which One Are You Attending?

If you’re planning to attend any of these events, we’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below. What are you most excited about? What are you looking forward to learning and experiencing?

By the way, the Smashing team is constantly organizing a series of conferences and workshops! We’d love to welcome you there!

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