Communities, Networks and Events for Designers

Design is a collaborative field. This guide brings together communities and events for designers who want to expand their creative world.

In-Person Communities & Meetups

AIGA

AIGA is the go-to hub for designers in the US to connect and get inspired, with community vibes, events, and resources to level up your craft.

The Design Kids

The Design Kids is a global community for emerging designers, with city meetups, interviews, jobs, and practical resources to help you build your folio and grow your career.

Ladies, Wine & Design

Ladies, Wine & Design is a global community uplifting creative women and nonbinary folks with meetups, talks, and mentorship. Inclusive vibes, real talk, and chapters around the world.

Creative Lunch Club

Creative Lunch Club is a global community for people working in the creative industries. Whether you are a graphic designer, a photographer, a marketer, or a filmmaker, the Creative Lunch Club gives you the chance to regularly meet other creatives in your city for lunch.

Online Communities & Social Networks

The Studio by Creative Boom

The Studio by Creative Boom is a private community created by Creative Boom for designers, illustrators, writers, and makers. Free from the noise of social media, it’s a calm, supportive space for conversations, peer feedback, and professional development.

Designer Slack Communities

Designer Slack Communities is a curated list of design Slack groups from around the world, easy to browse by location and topic.

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Events & Conferences

Adobe MAX

Adobe MAX is the ultimate creativity conference for graphic designers, illustrators, and digital creators, featuring keynote talks, hands-on workshops, and previews of upcoming Adobe tools. It’s also a great chance to meet fellow creatives, get inspired, and explore the latest trends shaping the design world.

AIGA Design Conference

AIGA Design Conference is the flagship gathering of AIGA, bringing together graphic designers, visual communicators, and creative professionals from around the world. It features inspiring talks, workshops, and community events that explore how design shapes culture, drives innovation, and creates real impact.

Pictoplasma

Pictoplasma is the leading festival for contemporary character design, bringing together illustrators, animators, designers, and visual artists from around the world. Hosted in Berlin, it offers talks, exhibitions, screenings, and workshops that explore the future of character-driven storytelling and visual culture.

Birmingham Design Festival

Birmingham Design Festival is a city-wide celebration of design, bringing together creatives from graphic design, illustration, digital, product, and beyond.

It offers talks, workshops, exhibitions, and plenty of chances to meet fellow designers while exploring Birmingham’s vibrant creative scene.

The Design Conference

The Design Conference is a melting pot of ideas, creativity, and inspiration. It features talks, workshops, and networking opportunities, making it a must-attend event for those seeking a fresh perspective on design.

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How to Stay Connected

You do not need to join everything at once. Pick one or two communities that suit your interests, Go to a design conference or follow from afar if you cannot attend in person, and build a small system for inspiration that works for you.

Connect with other creatives you admire, ask questions, and share your work. A few simple actions can help you feel part of a much larger creative world.

Conclusion

Creatives do better when they are part of something larger. Communities, events, and useful tools can spark ideas, friendships, and collaboration. Find the spaces and resources that suit you and shape a creative setup that helps you grow.

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