From New York to San Francisco, here are the must-attend graphic design conferences shaping the industry this year.
Typographics
26-27 Jun 2026 · New York, NY, USA
Typographics 2026 is a design festival in New York City dedicated to typography, type design, and visual communication. The program includes talks, workshops, exhibitions, and community events that bring together designers, typographers, and type enthusiasts to explore the culture and craft of type.
2026.typographics.comAdobe MAX
11-12 Oct 2026 · Miami, FL, USA
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.
adobe.com/max.htmlSXSW Conference
12-18 Mar 2026 · Austin, TX, USA
Every year South by Southwest (SXSW) brings together music, film, technology, and culture in a globally recognized festival. Featuring keynote speakers, interactive panels, live music showcases, film screenings, and networking events, SXSW is a must-attend event for creatives and industry leaders alike. With an ever-evolving lineup of artists, filmmakers, and innovators, SXSW continues to shape conversations around the future of entertainment and technology.
sxsw.comAIGA Design Conference
date 2026 tba · Los Angeles, CA, USA
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.
aiga.org/design/aiga-design-conferenceFlux Festival
date 2026 tba · Los Angeles, CA, USA
Flux Festival in Los Angeles brings together film, art, and emerging technology through curated screenings, immersive installations, and creative workshops.
flux.netCreative Pro Week
29 Jun–3 Jul 2026 · Phoenix, AZ, USA
CreativePro Week is the essential how-to conference for creative pros, featuring in-depth training on Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, and Microsoft PowerPoint. Expect 35+ expert speakers and 70+ sessions focused on real-world techniques to boost your workflow and productivity.
creativeproweek.comTypeCon
6-8 Aug 2026 · Chicago, IL, USA
TypeCon is a key conference for typographers, type designers, and graphic designers who are passionate about the craft of typography.
Organized by the Society of Typographic Aficionados (SOTA), it features talks, workshops, and panels that explore new trends, showcase expert insights, and bring together a global community of type enthusiasts.
typecon.comConfig: Figma’s Annual Conference
23–25 Jun 2026 · San Francisco, CA, USA
Config is Figma’s conference for people who build products, featuring 75+ speakers, 50+ sessions, and 8k+ attendees. Expect inspiring keynotes, hands-on demos, deep-dive sessions, and early access to Figma’s newest products and features.
config.figma.comCreative South
9-11 Apr 2026 · Columbus, GA, USA
Creative South is a community-driven design and creativity festival featuring inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, portfolio reviews, and a vibrant vendor scene. Come for the speakers and events, stay for the friendly vibe of creatives connecting and collaborating.
creativesouth.comDash Bash
date 2026 tba · Raleigh, NC, USA
Dash Bash is a motion design festival featuring inspiring talks, creative hangouts, workshops, and parties. It brings together designers, animators, and creatives to celebrate the art of motion.
dashbash.netInternational Design Conference
date 2026 tba · Passadena, CA, USA
International Design Conference examines the past, present, and future of industrial design through keynotes, talks, and an Open Design Day. Sessions address technology, AI, ethics, and contemporary challenges in the field.
internationaldesignconference.comBrand New Conference
17-18 Sep 2026 · Nashville, TN, USA
Brand New Conference is a two-day event focused on corporate and brand identity, featuring talks and insights from leading practitioners worldwide.
underconsideration.com/brandnewconferenceCultureCon
date 2026 tba · New York, NY, USA
CultureCon is a leading creative conference celebrating Black culture, creativity, and entrepreneurship. It brings together creatives, founders, and industry leaders for inspiring talks, practical workshops, and meaningful networking, with a strong focus on career growth, ownership, and cultural impact.
theccnyc.com/cultureconF5 Empath
date 2026 tba · New York, NY, USA
F5 EMPATH is a creative festival celebrating the intersection of design, arts, media, entertainment, and technology, igniting unexpected inspiration. It unites visionary creators and innovators for an immersive, multi-sensory experience that pushes creative boundaries.
f5fest.comCircles Conference
28 Sep-2 Oct 2026 · Gravepine, TX, USA
Circles Conference brings together designers, filmmakers, and storytellers for inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, and meaningful networking that spark creative collaboration.
circlesconference.comATypI Stanford
27-30 May 2026 · Stanford, CA, USA
ATypI 2026 Stanford gathers the global type community for a program spanning typography’s design, technology, and research. It honors a seminal digital type legacy while advancing inclusive, multilingual, cross‑platform innovation.
atypi.org/conferences-events/atypi-2026-stanfordCreative Works WEST
30 Apr-2 May 2026 · Seattle, WA, USA
Creative Works WEST ’26 brings together designers, illustrators, letterers, storytellers, and creative leaders for candid talks and hands-on workshops. A pop-up market features limited-edition prints, apparel, zines, and other goods from independent makers.
creativeworks.co/westConveyUX
13 Apr 2026 · Seattle, WA, USA
ConveyUX is a leadership summit for senior UX professionals with a day of talks and networking. Sessions focus on strategy and innovation in digital product UX.
conveyux.comCreative Week
date 2026 tba · New York, USA
Creative Week, organized by The One Club for Creativity, is a week-long creative festival celebrating the global creative community through speaker sessions, workshops, award shows and industry events that bring together leading voices in advertising and design.
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