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As AI continues to grow and become more ubiquitous in all industries, it’s important to stay current with the latest trends and technologies. Generative AI, for example, was a relatively small field just last year. It is now projected to become a $1.3 trillion industry in the next ten years. While articles on how to learn AI, blogs on machine learning, and courses such as AI Fundamentals are great starting points for learning, AI conferences provide a unique opportunity to hear from industry leaders and stay updated with the latest trends.
AI conferences offer many benefits to data practitioners and business leaders. They provide opportunities for learning with hands-on workshops, tutorials, and technical sessions covering the latest advancements in machine learning, deep learning, and other AI subfields. Attendees learn about the newest tools and best practices directly from experts who have used and developed them. Outside of the technical benefits, they also provide great opportunities to develop your career through scheduled networking opportunities.
This article will explore ten of the best AI conferences you can attend in 2025. We’ll discuss when and where they will be hosted and some of the key factors that could make the conference an ideal fit for you.
1. Radar AI Edition
- Date: 26th June, 2025
- Location: Online
- Cost: Free of charge
Our RADAR: AI Edition, which took place on June 26, was a must-attend event for professionals across industries looking to harness the power of AI. Attendees explored how top organizations are building the skills that turn AI into a competitive advantage. Leading experts shared insights on scaling AI learning, integrating new tools into existing workflows, and building an AI-ready culture from the ground up.
This event helped forward-thinking teams stay ahead of the curve because we know that teams that master AI early are positioned to lead the future.
The recording is now available, as well as the recordings from previous years, in case you missed them: RADAR: AI Edition (2025), Radar Skills Edition, Radar Forward Edition, Radar: The Analytics Edition, and Radar: The AI Edition (2024).
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2. The AI Conference San Francisco
- Date: Sep 17-18, 2025.
- Location: San Francisco, California, US.
- Cost: From $199.
The AI Conference in San Francisco will be a two-day in-person conference discussing the latest in AI. Topics include what's working in the best applied-AI startups, and technical lessons into the nuances of neural architectures, foundational models, alignment, and more. This large event will provide many opportunities for learning, networking, and listening to interesting keynote discussions.
3. SuperAI
- Date: June 18-19, 2025.
- Location: Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.
- Cost: $299-$2999.
If you are interested in attending an AI conference in Asia, the SuperAI conference in June is a great option. This event, which has about 5,000 attendees, many of whom are C-level executives, represents a great networking opportunity. The event also has partners from the largest AI companies in the world, like Microsoft, Google, AWS, OpenAI, and Salesforce. Save money with the Early Bird discount.
4. Data + AI Summit
- Date: June 9-12, 2025.
- Location: Hybrid - San Francisco, California, US, and available online.
- Cost: $1,395-$1,895 in-person. Free for virtual admission.
The Data + AI Summit is a four-day event hosted by Databricks. It includes panel discussions, networking opportunities, and training workshops on topics such as data engineering, data governance, and machine learning. Past conference panels and training sessions are available on YouTube. Discounted tickets are available with group-rate pricing.
5. The AI Summit London
- Date: June 2025.
- Location: London, UK.
- Cost: £125-£2,499.
Over two days, AI Summit London will cover a wide range of topics, including how to use AI responsibly and its application in different industries. The summit has a long list of sponsors and thousands of guests, making it a great venue for networking with many passionate AI practitioners. Costs vary depending on access level.
6. CDAO Government
- Date: June 25-26 2025.
- Location: Washington, D.C., US.
- Cost: $499 in-person. Free for VP and C-level government executives.
The CDAO Government conference in D.C. is unique in that it focuses on applications of AI and data specifically for government organizations. This will be the 13th year of this event, and it is perfect for those who want to understand how to apply AI’s strength to government data problems safely.
7. Ai4 2025
- Date: August 11-13, 2025.
- Location: MGM Grand, Las Vegas, Nevada, US.
- Cost: $1,695. Complimentary passes available.
The Ai4 2025 conference in Las Vegas will include over 600 speakers and 8,000 attendees, with representation from over 75 countries. This three-day event provides plenty of opportunities to network, learn about AI, and enjoy the unique city of Las Vegas. This is a diverse conference with attendees from many industries, job titles, and specialties.
8. Coalesce
- Date: Fall, 2025.
- Location: Hybrid - Las Vegas, Nevada, US, and available online.
- Cost: $850 in-person.Free for virtual admission.
Coalesce is a four-day conference that can be attended in person in Las Vegas or online. Last year’s sessions are available on YouTube. This event covers various topics, including machine learning and AI, testing, data anomaly detection, data engineering, and more. It also provides great networking opportunities for those who attend in person.
9. World Summit AI
- Date: October 8-9, 2025.
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands.
- Cost: From €349.
The World Summit AI conference is a large event hosted in Amsterdam. It will include keynote speakers and an expo. The conference will offer tracks on relevant topics like Generative AI, scaling startups with AI, and AI in finance and other industries. Save money with the Early Bird discount.
10. Big Data Conference Europe
- Date: November 18-21, 2025.
- Location: Hybrid - Vilnius, Lithuania, and available online.
- Cost: From €660.
The Big Data Europe conference includes in-person workshops on the first day and a hybrid-style conference over the next three days. This is the 9th time this conference has run, and the agenda includes important topics in AI like ChatGPT, deep learning, and predictive analytics. This conference hosts attendees from all backgrounds from both inside and outside Europe.
Summary
Here is a final table to keep you organized. Don't forget to mark your calendar!
| # | Event Name | Date | Location | Cost | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Radar Skills Edition | Mar 27, 2025 | Online | Free | The conference will explore data and AI skill that are needed in 2025 and beyond. |
| 2 | The AI Conference SF | Sep 17-18, 2025 | San Francisco, California, US | From $199 | Two-day in-person event covering applied AI startups, neural architectures, foundational models, and more. Networking and keynote discussions. |
| 3 | SuperAI | June 18-19, 2025 | Marina Bay Sands, Singapore | $299-$2,999 | AI conference in Asia with ~5,000 attendees, including C-level executives. Partners include Microsoft, Google, AWS, OpenAI, Salesforce. Early Bird discounts available. |
| 4 | Data + AI Summit | June 9-12, 2025 | Hybrid (San Francisco, CA & Online) | $1,395-$1,895 (In-person) | Four-day event by Databricks with panel discussions, networking, and workshops on data engineering, governance, machine learning. Free virtual admission available. |
| 5 | AI Summit London | June 2025 | London, UK | £125-£2,499 | Two-day event covering responsible AI use and industry applications. Extensive networking opportunities with sponsors and AI practitioners. |
| 6 | CDAO Government | June 25-26, 2025 | Washington, D.C., US | $499 (In-person) | Focuses on AI and data applications for government organizations. Free for VP and C-level government executives. 13th annual event. |
| 7 | Ai4 2025 | Aug 11-13, 2025 | MGM Grand, Las Vegas, Nevada, US | up to $1,995 | Three-day conference with over 600 speakers and 8,000 attendees from 75+ countries. Diverse industries and specialties. Complimentary passes available. |
| 8 | Coalesce | Fall 2025 | Hybrid (Las Vegas, NV & Online) | $850 (In-person) | Four-day event covering machine learning, AI, data engineering, and more. Networking opportunities and access to last year’s sessions on YouTube. Free virtual admission. |
| 9 | World Summit AI | Oct 8-9, 2025 | Amsterdam, Netherlands | From €349 | Large conference with keynote speakers and expo. Tracks on Generative AI, scaling AI startups, AI in finance, and other industries. Early Bird discounts available. |
| 10 | Big Data Conference Europe | Nov 18-21, 2025 | Hybrid (Vilnius, Lithuania & Online) | From €660 | Four-day event with in-person workshops and hybrid sessions. Topics include ChatGPT, deep learning, predictive analytics. Attracts a diverse, global audience. |
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Data Science writer | Senior Technical Marketing Analyst at Wayfair | MSE in Data Science at University of Pennsylvania
