11 UK social media marketing conferences in 2025

Marketing is never a solo effort; one of the best ways to grow in your career is by learning from your peers. Staying up to date on ever-changing social trends and understanding what works for others in your network can provide the insights you need to create even more successful campaigns in the future.

Social media marketing conferences offer the perfect opportunity for marketers seeking to advance their careers. These events let you meet with like-minded professionals, and learn from talented speakers in your field.

The UK hosts some of the biggest social media marketing conferences in the world. We’ve listed 10 events happening this year so you can start filling your business calendar.

Social media conferences in the United Kingdom

Here’s a list of digital marketing and social media conferences happening in 2025. We’ve listed these events in chronological order.

1. SocialDay

This year’s 3-day SocialDay event in London happened in May, but there’s already a waitlist in place for next year’s event in May 2026. SocialDay is designed for social media marketing professionals, and each year some of the biggest brands in the world are involved with talks, lightning sessions, networking chats and more.

Sprout Social is one of SocialDay’s sponsors, and this year Rachael Goulet, Director of Social Media at Sprout, spoke about how social marketers can measure ROI across campaigns, creators and colleagues.

2. SXSW London

The South by Southwest conference, which takes place every March in Austin, Texas, has expanded its annual events plan outside of the US in recent years. This year’s SXSW London happened in 28 venues across the UK’s capital from 2-7 June 2025.

Though this year’s event has just finished, as one of the premier tech and creativity events of the year, SXSW is well worth attending in the future if you work in either industry.

SXSW is also world-renowned for its approach to marketing. Learn how they’ve maximised the conference’s marketing efforts in this episode of Sprout’s Social Creatures podcast.

3. Digital Marketing World Forum (DMWF) Global

For the past 14 years, DMWF Global has hosted annual conferences that unite digital marketing professionals in various locations around the world. This year’s London event takes place on 24–25 June 2025 at the Olympia London exhibition centre.

DMWF’s event puts a particular focus on marketing technology, with this year’s UK event boasting over 150 speakers across two days. Sprout is also a global sponsor of DMWF’s events.

4. MAD Fest

MAD Fest 2025, which stands for Marketing / Advertising / Disruption, is happening on the 1-3 July at The Truman Brewery space in London. This year’s event is headlined by comedian and novelist Richard Ayoade and also features speakers from Lego, Disney, IKEA and other global brands.

MAD Fest also hosts other marketing events across the country if you’re based outside of the capital. Keep an eye on MAD//Up North, where the event heads further up the country each year.

5. DigiMarCon UK

DigiMarCon is the largest series of digital marketing conferences in the world and hosts multiple events worldwide each year. This year, they’ll be hosting DigiMarCon UK in London from August 28–29.

The event is held in the Sofitel London Heathrow Hotel near Heathrow Airport, which means it’s also easily accessible for anyone based in Europe. At the event, you’ll learn more about UK social media trends, with a particular focus on Internet, Mobile, AdTech, MarTech and SaaS solutions.

6. Digital Travel Marketing

If you work in the travel industry, the UK’s Digital Travel Marketing conference is a can’t-miss event. This year’s conference is happening on October 1st at the Cavendish Conference Centre in London.

It’ll host speakers from some of the biggest travel companies in the world, including Skyscanner, Uber, Booking.com and TUI. You’ll get industry-specific insights into how to market travel online through strategies like travel influencers and travel marketing tools.

7. Festival of Marketing

This year’s Festival of Marketing is happening in London on October 2nd, with a focus on the trends and strategies you need to know to stay ahead of the curve.

The UK’s Festival of Marketing often features celebrity speakers, as well as interactive sessions where you can learn first-hand how to market more effectively. The event also hosts 4 different networking lounges where you can connect with your peers.

8. PI Live

On October 21-22, London hosts PI Live Europe, a marketing conference that focuses on performance marketing strategies. Their speakers and exhibits focus on affiliate marketing, as well as influencer partnerships.

PI Live is a comfortably sized event with around 2,500+ attendees. It’s designed for three different types of professionals; those working with brands, people who work in large agencies or with marketing tech solutions, and creators themselves, which also makes it a good choice if you’re a UK influencer.

9. CreatorFest

Another influencer-focused event, CreatorFest Europe is planned for the 23rd October in London. Their conference aims to connect brands, creators, agencies and tech leaders together from across the continent.

CreatorFest is perfect for influencers looking to build new partnerships. It’s also ideal for talent management agencies, brands that invest heavily in influencer marketing, and influencer marketing tech providers.

10. BrightonSEO

As you might’ve noticed, many of the UK’s digital marketing conferences are situated in London. BrightonSEO is a notable exception; it’s the world’s largest conference dedicated to SEO and search marketing professionals, and this year’s event is happening on 23–24 October at The Brighton Centre.

BrightonSEO hosts two UK events each year, and will also be happening on 30 April to 1 May 2026. It’s well worth attending if your work involves using SEO in your social marketing or wider digital strategies.

11. B2B Marketing Live

If you’re a B2B marketer, cross November 19–20 off your calendar as that’s when this year’s B2B Marketing Live event takes place. B2B Marketing Live will be in London this year at the Excel London conference centre.

Over 120 speakers tend to present at the event, alongside over 100 exhibitors. It’s designed for marketing executives, creative directors, content marketers and essentially anyone who works on B2B marketing strategies.

Noteworthy global social media conferences

While there’s no need to catch a flight to attend a major social marketing conference, it can be worth thinking about overseas events, particularly if you work for a global brand. These are a handful of important global social media conferences that should also be on your calendar.

If you are planning to attend an international conference, think about how you can market your event attendance on socials. This makes the trip even more worthwhile, as you can further promote your brand alongside learning and networking.

1. CannesLion

Even if you’re a bit late to attend this year’s CannesLion (16–20 June), it happens around this time every year and is well worth remembering if you work within the creative industries. Sprout’s leadership team is attending this year’s event, joining ADWEEK House to share their expertise.

CannesLion immediately follows the Cannes Film Festival and is renowned for being one of, if not the most prestigious, creative marketing conferences in the world. It always attracts major speakers, with this year’s event featuring talks by Serena Williams, Amelia Dimoldenberg and Apple’s Tor Myhren among many others.

2. Content Entrepreneur Expo

Content marketers should keep an eye on this year’s Content Entrepreneur Expo (CEX) event, which is happening in Cleveland, Ohio, from August 24–26.

The conference is designed specifically to help content creators and marketers get more from their content output, from building an audience and driving revenue to improving their overall operations.

3. Digital Olympus

The Digital Olympus Conference is scheduled for September 11 in Amsterdam, Netherlands, which is just a 4-hour Eurostar train away from London.

Digital Olympus features talks from some of Europe’s biggest marketers who work for DHL, Microsoft, Decathlon, Reddit and many other global brands. The event also puts a focus on how to break old ways of thinking and come up with more disruptive forms of marketing.

4. DMEXCO

If you’re looking for a big event, you won’t find many bigger than DMEXCO. DMEXCO is Europe’s largest digital marketing conference, and it’s happening this year in Cologne, Germany, on September 17–18.

Due to its scale, DMEXCO tickets can be affordable, particularly if you book early bird options. This year’s exhibitors are still being announced, but include Disney Advertising, CoreMedia, Adform and many others.

Why you should attend social media marketing conferences

Attending social media marketing conferences can boost your personal career development. They’re also a great way for you to network, build your contacts and position your brand as a thought leader. These events also help you get inspired, leading you to think outside of the box and approach your marketing in new ways.

Alongside personal benefits, they offer many benefits for businesses. This includes uncovering potential partnerships, nurturing sales opportunities and furthering the reach of your business in your home country and overseas.

Tips for maximising your conference experience

Making the most of a marketing conference isn’t as simple as buying a ticket. There are several tips you can bear in mind to optimise your attendance.

Find the right event for you

Don’t just consider the biggest, flashiest conference. Sometimes a smaller event can be more beneficial, as they’re less overwhelming and can be easier to navigate when you’re networking. However, if you’re part of a large team and everyone’s attending, it can be much easier to segment yourselves and tackle bigger events.

Figure out which events relate the most to you or your company. Find conferences that match your brand, or that will benefit not just your personal development, but the work you do on a day-to-day basis when you return. Conferences might match based on your industry, the audiences you’re targeting, or the speakers attending. The better the match, the more likely it is that the talks will teach you something relevant.

Outline your goals ahead of time

You can attend conferences for all sorts of reasons. Some people attend conferences simply to learn from thought leaders. Others go in with a sales mindset or to promote awareness of their brand. You might simply want to meet new people and network.

All of these approaches are valid, but make sure to decide on yours ahead of time. If you’re part of a team of attendees, give everyone their own role. This will help you plan your approach, and means you’re more likely to get the most out of the event.

Plan your schedule

Conferences can consist of hundreds of different talks and networking opportunities. Once you know your goal, plan a rough schedule of what you’ll do each day to achieve it.

Note down the locations and times of key speakers so you don’t miss them. If you need to sign up for certain interactive sessions ahead of time, make sure you do. Remember that your schedule doesn’t have to be strict, but it should give you a rough outline of where you should be each day.

Learn how to mingle

Networking is a skill. Practice how you’ll open conversations and your exit strategies. Think about who you most want to talk to, and determine how you can identify them early on during a chat.

Some people are inherently good at mingling, whereas others find it overwhelming. If you’re in the latter category, take things slow and don’t overthink it. Remember you’re all attending the same event for similar reasons.

Strategise your follow-ups

Finally, define a clear follow-up strategy. Always exchange socials or contact details, so you don’t lose track of anyone you’ve spoken to. Creating a spreadsheet of contacts is also a good way to remember who you’ve spoken to during an event.

Tweak your approach for different types of people; people you’re hoping to partner with, sell to or simply learn more about all require different follow-up strategies.

Turn live events into social interactions

Since the majority of these conferences happen annually, if not more regularly, keep an eye on them for the future if your dates don’t quite match up. And as intimidating as conferences can sometimes be, remember to enjoy yourself.

Remember to also turn your attendance into social activations. Make sure you’re taking photos, making notes and collating thoughts that you can turn into future content. These can be posted across your personal accounts and your company’s, and mean you get more value out of your attendance at each event.

If you’re attending a conference soon, read up on some of today’s leading UK social trends so you’re prepared.