The Best Artificial Intelligence Conferences & Events of 2025

Artificial intelligence is continuing to shape the future of industries, from healthcare and finance to manufacturing and education. In 2025, experts, innovators, and thought leaders will gather at a host of conferences and events across the globe to share the latest trends, breakthroughs, and best practices in the field.

Whether you are looking to connect with AI professionals at an intimate regional meetup or attend a large-scale global summit, we have curated a comprehensive guide to the most anticipated AI conferences and events of 2025. These gatherings provide unparalleled opportunities to deepen your knowledge, network with key players, and explore emerging technologies.

If you have an AI conference or event that you’d like to see included in our list, please reach out via email to sadunn@cisco.com with details, including the conference name, dates, location, and website.

Without further ado, here is your ultimate guide to the best AI conferences and events of 2025!

AI conferences and events

SANS AI Cybersecurity Summit 2025

Dates: March 31 – April 7, 2025
Location: Denver, Colorado + Virtual
Cost: In-Person $525 (virtual is free)

For cybersecurity professionals eager to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) in their work, the SANS AI Cybersecurity Summit 2025 is a must-attend event. With hands-on workshops and live demos, this summit offers practical, real-world skills to integrate AI and machine learning (ML) into your cybersecurity tasks for greater efficiency and effectiveness.

From applying AI in incident response and cyber defense to defending and attacking AI systems, you will gain actionable strategies you can apply immediately. Attend in person in Denver, or virtually, for an opportunity to learn from experts, network with peers, and take your cybersecurity practices to the next level.

AI Con USA

Dates: June 8-13, 2025
Location: Seattle, Washington
Cost: Starting at $1,795

Attend AI Con USA in Seattle to explore the latest in AI and machine learning. With keynotes, sessions on topics like generative AI and MLOps, and hands-on training, this event is perfect for professionals eager to stay ahead. Network with experts, discover innovative solutions at the Expo, and dive into the future of AI across industries like healthcare, finance, and more. Don’t miss the opportunity to advance your knowledge and career.

Databricks Data + AI Summit 2025

Dates: June 9-12, 2025
Location: San Francisco, California
Cost: Starting at $1,395

The Databricks Data + AI Summit 2025 is a must-attend event for data professionals. Over four days, explore 700+ sessions, keynotes, and workshops on topics like data engineering, machine learning, Delta Lake, and Apache Spark™. Join 20,000+ peers to discover the latest AI technologies, gain hands-on training, and network with experts. Take your skills to the next level with certifications and connect with the global data and AI community.

The AI Summit London

Dates: June 11-12, 2025
Location: London, England
Cost: Starting at $1,599

The AI Summit London 2025, taking place June 11-12 at Tobacco Dock, is the flagship event of London Tech Week. With 300+ speakers and 100+ tech companies, explore AI’s real-world impact across industries. Network with 4,500+ attendees, discover cutting-edge solutions at the Expo, and attend workshops and masterclasses. Join us to accelerate AI-driven growth and connect with industry leaders shaping the future of AI.

SuperAI

Dates: June 18-19, 2025
Location: Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Cost: Starting at $399 (up to $2,999)

Join 7,000+ attendees at the SuperAI Conference 2025 in Singapore this June. With 150+ speakers, 1,000+ companies, and top AI partners like Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI, it’s the perfect place for networking and discovering the latest in AI innovation. Don’t miss your chance to connect with industry leaders and shape the future of AI — register now with the Early Bird discount.

Ai4

Dates: August 11-13, 2025
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
Cost: Starting at $1,695

Ai4 2025, North America’s largest AI event, brings together 8,000+ attendees from August 11-13 at the MGM Grand, Las Vegas. With 600+ speakers and 250+ exhibitors, explore the latest in AI innovation, including generative AI and AI agents. Network with leaders across industries and accelerate your AI initiatives at this must-attend event.

AI Risk Summit

Dates: August 19-20, 2025
Location: Half Moon Bay, California
Cost: Full-Conference $1,795

The 2025 AI Risk Summit is a must-attend event for security executives, AI researchers, and policymakers. Set at the Ritz-Carlton in Half Moon Bay, California, the summit dives into the deployment, including adversarial AI, deepfakes, regulatory challenges, and ethical concerns. Through keynotes, panels, and technical presentations, attendees will gain critical insights in managing AI risks and securing their enterprises. Join industry leaders for a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions and stay ahead of AI’s evolving challenges.

The AI Conference

Dates: September 17-18, 2025
Location: San Francisco, California
Cost: Super Early Bird starting at $750

Attend the two day in-person AI Conference on September 17-18 in San Francisco. This premier event, curated by MLconf creators and Ben Lorica, explores key AI topics like AGI, generative AI, ethics, and startups. Engage with top AI experts, discover cutting-edge research, and network with pioneers shaping the future of AI. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the evolving AI landscape.

NeurIPS 2025

Dates: December 2-7, 2025
Location: San Diego, California
Cost: Starting at $550 (Virtual is $275)

NeurIPS 2025 is here! From December 2-7, the Thirty-Ninth Annual Conference on Neural Information Processing Systems will be held at the San Diego Convention Center. As one of the top conferences in machine learning and AI, NeurIPS gathers global experts for a week of cutting-edge research, workshops, and industry expos. With peer-reviewed papers, tutorials, and discussions on topics from machine learning to computational neuroscience, NeurIPS is where innovation meets collaboration in AI. Don't miss out on this interdisciplinary event!

Wrapping up

Whether you choose to attend an in-person or virtual AI event in 2025, there are many options to choose from to learn the latest best practices and frameworks.

If you know of another great AI or machine learning conference we should add to the list, don’t hesitate to send a suggestion to the author of this post at sadunn@cisco.com with details including the conference URL, conference name, dates of the event, and location details.