2025 Sports Business Events and Awards Calendar

The year 2025 serves as a pivotal period for the sports business sector, enriched with a variety of events aimed at fostering networking and innovation. From conferences to awards ceremonies, the calendar is filled with significant gatherings tailored for industry professionals and enthusiasts alike. These occasions are essential for discussing trends, addressing challenges, and shaping the future of sports tourism.

October 2025 Events

Middle East Sports Investment Forum (MESIF) Madrid 2025

When: October 2025 (to be confirmed)
Where: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid, Spain
This event is anticipated to gather key figures from the Middle East’s sports investment arena.

Leaders Week London 2025

When: September 29 – October 2, 2025
Where: London, England
This gathering aims to unite thought leaders in sports to discuss and strategize on pressing industry matters.

Sport Industry Forum

When: October 1-2, 2025
Where: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Key stakeholders will explore the latest developments within the sports industry landscape.

Play the Game 2025

When: October 5-8, 2025
Where: Tampere, Finland
This forum focuses on various ethical issues in sports, bringing together global perspectives.

SPORTBIZ EUROPE: Barcelona Edition

When: October 7-10, 2025
Where: Antigua Fábrica Estrella Damm, Barcelona, Spain
This event will provide a platform for businesses to engage and network within the sports sector.

Synergy – The Retreat Show

When: October 7-10, 2025
Where: Is Molas Resort, Pula, Sardinia, Italy
Focusing on wellness travel, this trade show will attract professionals from diverse backgrounds.

3rd Congrès International du Tourisme Sportif

When: October 13-14, 2025
Where: Mandelieu-la-Napoule, Alpes-Maritimes, France
This congress aims to discuss the intersection of sports and tourism in a global context.

TEAMS 25 Conference + Expo

When: October 13-16, 2025
Where: Columbus, Ohio, US
This conference will explore the latest trends in sports tourism and event management.

Adventure Travel World Summit Chile

When: October 13-16, 2025
Where: Puerto Natales, Chile
Aimed at promoting sustainable adventure travel, this summit will gather global leaders in the sector.

World Football Summit (WFS) Madrid 2025

When: October 15-16, 2025
Where: La Nave, Madrid, Spain
An important event that connects football industry stakeholders from various sectors.

LISTEX – London International Snowsports Trade Exchange

When: October 16-17, 2025
Where: ExCeL London, England
This exchange will facilitate networking and business opportunities within the snowsports sector.

The London Snow Show 2025

When: October 18-19, 2025
Where: Olympia, London, England
Focusing on winter sports, this show will host exhibitors and sports enthusiasts.

SPORTEL Monaco

When: October 20-22, 2025
Where: Grimaldi Forum, Monaco
This event targets sports media and broadcasting professionals.

IGTM 2025

When: October 20-23, 2025
Where: Cannes, France
The International Golf Travel Market will connect golf tourism professionals.

Caribbean Tourism Exchange

When: October 23-25, 2025
Where: Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
This exchange will focus on promoting tourism in the Caribbean through various sports activities.

Elevate Golf 2025

When: October 26-31, 2025
Where: Liverpool, England and Fairmont, St Andrews, Scotland
A premier B2B event tailored for golf industry professionals.

World Travel Week & Global Tourism Forum Annual Meeting 2025

When: October 27 – November 2, 2025
Where: Brussels, Belgium
A significant gathering for stakeholders in the global tourism industry.

Sports Tech World Series

When: October 29, 2025
Where: MCG, Melbourne, Australia
This conference focuses on technological innovations within sports.

Spo Ho Xperience 2025

When: October 29-30, 2025
Where: Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Offered as an experiential learning event, it showcases various sports activities.

Africa Sports Indaba

When: October 2025 (dates TBC)
Where: South Africa
This summit aims to connect global investors interested in African sports opportunities.

November 2025 Events

World Travel Week & Global Tourism Forum Annual Meeting 2025

When: October 27 – November 2, 2025
Where: Brussels, Belgium

Sport.Forum.Schweiz

When: November 3-4, 2025
Where: Luzern, Switzerland

World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025

When: November 4-6, 2025
Where: ExCeL, London, England

Snowbound Expo

When: November 14-16, 2025
Where: Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Boston, US

SportsPro Media Awards 2025

When: November 18, 2025
Where: Madrid, Spain

SportsPro Media Summit 2025

When: November 18-19, 2025
Where: Madrid, Spain

IBTM World 2025

When: November 18-20, 2025
Where: Barcelona, Spain

2025 Global Wellness Summit

When: November 18-21, 2025
Where: Abu Dhabi, UAE

LEVEL UP Sports Tech Innovation Expo Dubai

When: November 27-29, 2025
Where: Dubai Harbour, Dubai, UAE

December 2025 Events

Host City 2025 Conference & Exhibition

When: December 1-3, 2025
Where: Technology & Innovation Centre, Glasgow, Scotland

The Running Event

When: December 2-4, 2025
Where: Henry B. González Convention Center, San Antonio, Texas, US

ISPO Munich

When: December 2-4, 2025
Where: Trade Fair Center Messe München, Germany

US Sports Congress

When: December 7-10, 2025
Where: Lexington, Kentucky, US

World Football Summit Riyadh

When: December 10-11, 2025
Where: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

World Sports Summit 2025 Dubai

When: December 29-30, 2025
Where: Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE

January 2026 Events

Middle East Sports Investment Forum (MESIF) Riyadh 2026

When: January 2026 (TBC)
Where: Ministry of Investment HQ, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show – Manchester

When: January 15-18, 2026
Where: Manchester Central, Manchester, England

Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show – London

When: January 29 – February 1, 2026
Where: Olympia, London, England

February 2026 Events

Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show – London

When: January 29 – February 1, 2026
Where: Olympia, London, England

ATN26 Conference & Marketplace

When: February 24-26, 2026
Where: London, England
This dual-component event will consist of both a virtual marketplace and a physical conference.

March 2026 Events

RacquetX 2026

When: March 13-15, 2026
Where: Broward County Convention Center, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US
A festival focusing on racquet sports.

Sports & Events Europe 2026

When: March 23-25, 2026
Where: Seville, Spain

April 2026 Events

World Stadiums and Arenas Summit 2026

When: March 31 – April 1, 2026
Where: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

M&I Expo 2026

When: April 14-16, 2026
Where: Abu Dhabi, UAE

CAA World Congress of Sports 2026

When: April 14-16, 2026
Where: Los Angeles, California, US

May 2026 Events

Middle East Sports Investment Forum (MESIF) London 2026

When: May 2026 (TBC)
Where: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England

October 2026 Events

Elevate Golf 2026

When: October 25-30, 2026
Where: Galgorm Resort, Northern Ireland and Fairmont St Andrews, Scotland
Focused on the B2B market for the global golf elite.

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