Here are the dates that matter in the first half of 2027, along with what each event is actually useful for if you build, sell or create online.

CES 2027 — January 6–9, Las Vegas

CES is where consumer technology sets the tone for the year. Expect televisions, laptops, smart home devices, cars full of software and, increasingly, AI features baked into everyday products. It is a trade event, not open to the general public, but the coverage is enormous.

Why follow it: if you create content about gadgets, home office setups or consumer tech, CES week gives you a month of topics.

Web Summit Qatar — January 31 to February 3, Doha

The Middle East edition of Web Summit focuses on startups and investors. It is a good signal of where venture money is moving outside the US and Europe.

MWC Barcelona — March 1–4, Barcelona

Mobile World Congress is the main meeting point for the mobile and connectivity industry. Phones get the headlines, but the real story is networks, satellite connectivity and how AI is being pushed into telecom infrastructure.

Why follow it: most of your customers buy from their phones. What happens at MWC eventually changes how people browse and pay.

SXSW — March 13–21, Austin

SXSW EDU opens the program from March 13 to 16, and the main SXSW Conferences & Festivals run from March 15 to 21. It mixes technology, film, music and culture, and the 2027 edition adds a dedicated podcast festival.

Why follow it: SXSW is one of the best places to see where media, marketing and the creator economy are heading.

Web Summit Vancouver — May 25–28, Vancouver

The North American edition, which replaced the former Collision conference, brings together founders, investors and large tech companies.

Web Summit Rio — June 14–17, Rio de Janeiro

For anyone selling to Latin America, this is the one to watch. Web Summit Rio has become the region’s largest tech gathering, held at Riocentro, with tracks on AI, fintech, marketing, commerce and the creator economy.

Why follow it: it shows which tools, payment methods and business models are gaining traction in Latin American markets.

How to follow events without attending

• Watch the official live streams and keynote recordings, usually posted within days.
• Follow the event hashtag on the platforms you already use.
• Read the recap articles from two or three reliable tech outlets instead of ten.
• Write down one idea per event that you can apply to your own business.

We will publish previews and recaps of these events here on Online Growth Picks throughout the year. Dates come from the organizers’ announcements and can change, so always confirm on the official site before booking travel.