The Must-Attend Digital Marketing Conferences
It’s impossible for anyone to list all the best digital marketing conferences as nobody’s been to them all. But as our team has been to quite a few, we thought we’d keep things simple and share the ones we loved.
BrightonSEO
Next event: April 10-11, 2025
Location: Brighton, UK
Prices: £275 (+VAT)
BrightonSEO is a search marketing conference held twice a year (April and October) in the coastal resort of Brighton, UK. It’s probably the largest and most famous SEO conference there is, with thousands of marketers attending every year.
I’ve attended 5 or 6 times now (at least) and have even spoken a couple of times.
It’s a super lively conference with a great atmosphere, tons of free swag, and networking opportunities galore.
Sidenote.
If you can’t afford the ticket price but would still love to attend, try entering a free ticket ballot. These take place periodically and apparently, around 20% of the people who join the ballot get a free ticket so your odds are pretty good.
Inbound
Next event: September 3-5, 2025
Location: San Francisco, California, US
Price: $899.25
Inbound is a three-day digital marketing conference by Hubspot that’s “dedicated to the latest trends and tactics in marketing, sales, and AI.” It’s a huge conference with 11K attendees and over 200 speakers over three days.
The conference also tends to attract some pretty high-profile speakers.
Digital Olympus
Next event: September 11, 2025
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Prices: 349 Euros +
Digital Olympus is a conference aimed at helping attendees improve their organic search traffic. It started as a small event of around 150 attendees in Wroclaw Poland in 2019, which I was lucky enough not only to attend but also speak at.
Ahrefs Evolve
Next event: 2025 (date TBA)
Location: Nottingham, UK
Price: ~£75 est.
I live in Nottingham and was lucky enough to get invited to speak at this event in 2023.
Pubcon
Next event: 2025 (TBD, but likely October)
Location: Las Vegas, United States
Prices: TBD
Founded in 2001, Pubcon started as an informal gathering of SEOs in a London pub. These days it’s something much bigger yet still pretty low-key compared to the likes of BrightonSEO.
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FAQs
1. How can I choose the best digital marketing conference to attend?
Consider your goals, budget, location preferences, and the topics covered at each conference to make an informed decision.
2. Are digital marketing conferences worth the investment?
Attending digital marketing conferences can provide valuable insights, networking opportunities, and knowledge that can benefit your business in the long run.
3. How can I make the most out of a digital marketing conference?
Plan your schedule in advance, attend relevant sessions, network with industry professionals, and take notes to ensure you get the most out of the conference.
4. Are there any virtual options for attending digital marketing conferences?
Some conferences offer virtual attendance options, allowing you to participate from the comfort of your home or office.
5. How can I stay updated on upcoming digital marketing conferences?
Follow industry websites, social media channels, and subscribe to newsletters to stay informed about upcoming digital marketing conferences.