Conferences and events play a crucial role in the ongoing development of the aviation industry. Given the industry’s global nature, there is always an event taking place somewhere in the world at any given time.
Here is a list of major aviation events, seminars, and conferences scheduled for 2026. This list is a work in progress and will be updated as more events are confirmed throughout the year.
Singapore Airshow 2026
Singapore
FEBRUARY 3-6, 2026
Held every two years at Changi Exhibition Centre, the Singapore Airshow brings together government delegations, military leaders and senior executives from across the global aerospace, defense and space sectors. The 2026 edition will again feature large indoor exhibits, a static aircraft display and flying demonstrations, alongside dedicated forums on topics such as sustainability, advanced air mobility and emerging defense technologies.
World Defense Show 2026
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
FEBRUARY 8–12, 2026
The World Defense Show is a biennial exhibition founded by Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Military Industries and designed around the theme of interoperability across air, land, sea, space and security domains. The show has quickly become a key meeting point for global defense OEMs, military delegations and technology suppliers, with a strong emphasis on integrated air and missile defense, unmanned systems, C4ISR solutions and the development of Saudi Arabia’s defense industrial base.
IATA World Cargo Symposium 2026
Lima, Peru
MARCH 10-12, 2026
The IATA World Cargo Symposium (WCS) is one of the largest annual gatherings for the air cargo community, bringing together airlines, airports, freight forwarders, shippers and technology providers. The 2026 edition in Lima will continue to cover market trends, digitalization, safety, security and sustainability across plenary sessions, specialist tracks and workshops focused on cargo operations and strategy.
AERO Friedrichshafen 2026
Friedrichshafen, Germany
APRIL 22-25, 2026
AERO Friedrichshafen is Europe’s leading general aviation trade show, held at the exhibition center next to Friedrichshafen Airport on Lake Constance. The 2026 event will once again showcase the full spectrum of general aviation, from gliders, ultralights and helicopters to piston aircraft, business jets, avionics and GA sustainability solutions, supported by a large conference program and static display.
EBACE 2026 (European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition)
Geneva, Switzerland
MAY 27-29, 2026
EBACE is the flagship European trade show for business aviation, jointly organized by NBAA and EBAA. After a transitional edition in 2025, the 2026 show returns to Geneva’s Palexpo with a full static display at Geneva Airport. The event will bring together operators, OEMs, brokers, financiers and service providers to discuss regulation, sustainability and fleet trends, while also showcasing the latest business aircraft and cabin innovations.
Eurosatory 2026
Paris, France
JUNE 15-19, 2026
Eurosatory is one of the world’s largest defense and security exhibitions, held every two years at the Paris Nord Villepinte exhibition center. While also focused on land and ground-based systems, the show features air defense, rotorcraft, and unmanned systems, and C-UAS solutions, making it increasingly relevant for military aviation stakeholders.
World Aviation Festival 2026
Lisbon, Portugal
OCTOBER 13-15, 2026
The World Aviation Festival is a major technology and commercial strategy conference for airlines and airports, bringing together senior leaders responsible for digital transformation, distribution, loyalty, retailing and customer experience. The 2026 edition will return to Lisbon’s FIL venue, with multiple content streams covering topics such as AI in airline operations, new revenue models, NDC/retailing and next-generation passenger experience.
Routes World 2026
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
OCTOBER 18-20, 2026
Routes World is a key forum for airline network planners, airports and tourism authorities to negotiate current and future air services. The 2026 edition in Riyadh will gather senior route-development decision makers for pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings, conference sessions on demand trends and traffic forecasts, and networking events focused on building and reshaping global route networks.
NBAA-BACE 2026
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
OCTOBER 20-22, 2026
The NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) is one of the world’s largest business aviation events, combining a major indoor exhibition with a large static aircraft display. The 2026 show is scheduled to take place at the Las Vegas Convention Center and nearby airport facilities, bringing together aircraft manufacturers, operators, technology suppliers and regulators to discuss safety, sustainability, advanced air mobility and the future of business aviation.
MRO Europe 2026
Amsterdam, Netherlands
OCTOBER 27-29, 2026
MRO Europe, organized by Aviation Week, is a leading conference and exhibition for the commercial aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul sector. The 2026 event in Amsterdam will offer conference sessions and a large exhibition hall for airlines, OEMs, MRO providers, lessors and supply-chain partners to discuss fleet maintenance strategies, digital MRO, labor and capacity constraints, component support and sustainability.
Bahrain International Airshow 2026
Sakhir Air Base, Bahrain
NOVEMBER 18-20, 2026
The Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS) is a biennial event held at Sakhir Air Base, combining a high-level trade program with flying displays and public days. The 2026 edition is scheduled for November 18-20 and is expected to attract civil and military delegations, OEMs, and regional operators, with a particular focus on Gulf and broader Middle East aviation and defense opportunities.
