This year, you\u2019re spoilt for choice, with there being so many great UX conferences around the world. Here\u2019s just a selection of what we at ProdPad think are the best options this year, and what we\u2019re keeping a close eye on.<\/p>\n\n\n
Here’s our list!<\/strong><\/p>\n You can start grabbing your tickets now if you\u2019re in a hurry. But, for more details, click on the ones that catch your eye to see why they\u2019re worth attending.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n When<\/strong>: 7 November 2025 UX Brighton is a firm favorite of ours here at ProdPad. Not only is it right on our doorstep in the quirky yet creative coastal city of Brighton, but it\u2019s also always crammed with amazing speakers and valuable insights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n At this year’s annual gathering, the focus of UX Brighton turns to economics, exploring how UX is changing due to AI, budget constraints in many industries, and more. In the conference, you\u2019ll be able to explore the principles you\u2019ll need to follow to thrive in a changing landscape and come out of it a better UX designer or Product Manager. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The one-day event at UX Brighton has always been a platform for some of the best, most influential speakers in design and UX. Want a taste of what\u2019s in store? You can check out my own talk at UX Brighton from back in 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n Watch Janna Bastow at UX Brighton 2022<\/p>\n <\/div>\n When<\/strong>: 12-13 November 2025 Or \u201cOur conferences bring together experts who lead design teams, oversee design direction, and know what it takes to successfully create design culture in organizations.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Leading Design brings together and helps connect lead designers from some of the highest-performing prodct teams in the world. This conference is designed for senior designers, focusing more on product strategy<\/a> and techniques to help you grow and scale a product team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Leading Design has gotten so big that it can\u2019t be contained in just a single conference. In London, you\u2019ll experience an event catered to networking and conversation, while New York will have a more prominent AI focus – which makes sense as the technology becomes more and more vital. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Catering for UX designers and Product Managers from across either side of the pond, Leading Design is a fantastic destination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Many other UX conferences tend to be broad, with talks focused on multiple aspects of the role. Design Lead is much more focused, with topics curated on what you care about, perfect for those who want to hone on improving their skills as a lead designer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When<\/strong>: 19-20 Febuaray 2025 \u201cUX360 will showcase the latest UX and design research – from planning and conducting, to analysis and the implementation of UX insights. This exciting conference includes presentations from top UX researchers from the world\u2019s largest brands\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Want to experience a UX conference from the comfort of your own home? Not keen on forking out on travel and accommodation? Then UX360 may be the conference for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n UX360 Research is one of the most popular digital-only UX conferences, attracting thousands of participants from all over the globe. This year, you\u2019ll be able to hear from over 25 of the top UX speakers, including Kathryn Campbell, Director of User Research at Warner Music Group. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What\u2019s awesome about UX360 Research is that you\u2019ll be able to learn from real-life case studies and examples from multiple industries, letting you see how design principles are put into action. Plus, you\u2019re also able to attend 1-2-1 meetings with industry experts to get you inspired by UX design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When<\/strong>: 16-17 June 2025 This year’s themes are: Steps Forward, Design Rehab, Equipping New Craft, and Design in Democracy.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n For thought-provoking and interactive panel discussions and lightning talks on important issues in design, there\u2019s no better alternative than Design Matters. Each year, the conference organizers collaborate to devise interesting and relevant themes to focus on, giving the conference a curated feel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This year, after deep discussion with ex-speakers and a board of independent experts, Design Matters will be tackling themes on stepping forward and out of your comfort zone into a leadership role<\/a>, the need to reflect on the \u2018why\u2019 behind your work, and how to re-skill for AI and other technology that\u2019s taking over UX. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Speakers include Anneli Hansson, founder of Brand Rebels for Good and designer with over 20 years of experience, plus Eason Yang, a leading designer and educator focused on ethical issues in design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When<\/strong>: 25-27 February\u00a0 2025 \u201cAxe-con is the world\u2019s largest digital accessibility conference. Join us as we come together to shape the future of digital accessibility.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n When building new products and tools, they need to be accessible to all for them to be a success. Axe-con is a conference that helps you better understand the importance of accessible product design while giving you the tools to create amazing digital experiences for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Created by Deque, the Axe-con conference is the leading conference focused on creating accessible products for all. It has a focus on designing your UX with all users in mind, helping to push UX forward in a direction that values accessibility and to break down barriers between product. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Axe-con is the largest online event of its kind, boasting 35,000 registrants and 75 expert speakers, all ready to equip you with knowledge on how to design with accessibility in mind. It\u2019s an entirely virtual conference, meaning you\u2019re able to attend regardless of timezone and location. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In the 2025, three-day event, talks will focus on accessibility in development and design, and how to succeed as an organization while championing accessibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When<\/strong>: 24 – 25 September\u00a0 2025 \u201cThe 2025 Conference will set its focus on hot topics such as the Future for Product Designers, Research, AI UX, Leadership and trends from the US and Asia.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Enjoy two UX stages, a host of optional fun activities, and various interactive workshops at UX Nordic, one of the biggest UX conferences in Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From Directors of Product Design at Microsoft, Dragons Den investors (the European version of Shark Tank), and UX Managers aplenty, there are plenty of big hitters to learn from at UX Nordic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n UX Nordic is part of a wider, larger international event of Future Product Days, so you may be tempted to attend this double-header if you\u2019re also keen on learning about e-commerce and digital products as a whole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With a UX Nordic ticket, you also get access to additional stages and inspiring talks focused on AI and wider Product Management. All this in one ticket makes it a super valuable UX conference to check out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Plus, there\u2019s also a trance concert with DJ Thode, if that\u2019s your thing. \ud83c\udfb6<\/p>\n\n\n\n When<\/strong>: 14-16 April\u00a0 2025 \u201cEvery year, a different team of UX research experts creates our conference program. You can expect a unique learning experience that meets camaraderie.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n UXinsight is a highly focused UX conference, honing in on UXR (UX research). Less stress is put on how to make amazing designs, but more on the tools and techniques you should follow that influence your product design decisions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n UXinsight Festival is the 9th edition of this event, making it one of the longest-running UX conferences you can go it. That shows as the event is polished and well-organized, attracting exciting international speakers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n UXinsight is unapologetically customized for UX researchers, with people in those roles making up the majority of those who attend. If you want to get better at the research part or are keen to network with industry peers, this event located in cozy Leiden is a great option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When<\/strong>: 6-8 May\u00a0 2025 \u201cAt Config, you\u2019ll hear from the world\u2019s leading product builders on the future of design and product development. You\u2019ll also be the first to dive into Figma\u2019s newest products and features.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Config is Figma\u2019s annual event focused on design. If you don\u2019t know what Figma is, are you even a UX designer? Figma is a massive player in product design and for many, it is the go-to product design software for a lot of UX professionals. So, Config is often a pretty big deal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n At this year\u2019s conference in San Francisco, you\u2019ll be able to hear from the world\u2019s best product builders, sharing their practical insights on the future of design and product development. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The conference will have a heavy Figma spin to everything, so keep that in mind. A major part of the conference is about connecting with other Figma users and learning how to best leverage the tool for your product design. <\/p>\n\n\n\n And of course, this conference is also a great place to be the first to learn about new Figma products and features hitting the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When<\/strong>: 12-14 May 2025 Or<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When<\/strong>: 19-21 May\u00a0 \u201cUp to 90% of product features still fail to deliver their expected value. We run conferences to help you improve these odds.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n UXDX is perhaps one of the most diverse UX design conferences on this year, with talks on a wide range of topics. Although there are many talks focused on user research and other aspects of design work, you can also get interesting and actionable insights into broader Product Management topics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With UXDX, you\u2019ve got another choice of where you want to attend, based on what\u2019s easiest (or more exciting) for you. Plus, you can also access expert keynotes and content online, making it a good UX conference to engage with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Of course, the experience will be different depending on where you go. Over at UXDX USA in New York, you can expect talks about advancing your career, empowering your Product Teams<\/a>, and designing for business impact, from senior leaders at companies like Uber, IBM, CapitalOne, and The New York Times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Plus, UXDX\u2019s own founder Rory Madden has multiple taks at the event, making him a key voice to keep an eye on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As for the Berlin edition, that is still being finalized but you can expect a full agenda of exciting talks from leading Product and design experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When: 23-24 April 2025 \u201cJoin thousands of customer-obsessed people for two immersive days where we connect design to go-to-market, customer experience, research, and beyond.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Emanating from one of the major design hubs in the world, San Francisco, Insight Out is an annual conference for people obsessed with customer experience. In this two-day event, you\u2019ll have get a deep dive about how to improve the user experience with your product design and uncover the technology and tools available to help you do that. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Organized by Dovetail, a customer insight hub, Insight Out connects you with 15 speakers from industry-leading companies. Plus, by attending their workshop day, you can gain Dovetail certification, equipping you with a new skill to enhance your product design capabilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n With workshops for beginners and experts, it\u2019s a great conference for you to advance your professional development and leave with more experience in your role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When<\/strong>: 18 September 2025 \u201cIgnite digital innovators to design positive futures. The global think-tank and community of driven designers, strategists, entrepreneurs, and product leaders.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n DDX is a UX conference put together by the fine folk at Fresh Form. For 2025, the overall theme of the one-day event will be exploring where digital innovation meets impact. Here, you\u2019ll get a deeper understanding of how your UX can become outcome-driven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But what kind of speakers can you expect at DDX? Well, past conferences have been graced by Product leaders at Microsoft, Google, Indeed, EA, and loads more. The talks at DDX will help you gain a better understanding of what\u2019s needed to improve your leadership and communication, while also detailing the best methodologies and processes to solve product design problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ll also be flooded with inspiration from real-world case studies, to see how to apply those methodologies in a realistic setting. As a hybrid event, there\u2019s no excuse not to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The DDX conference is also a good place to learn and explore new job opportunities, as it has an emphasis on growth. You may walk in as a UX designer or Product Manager, but what will you walk out as?<\/p>\n\n\n\n When<\/strong>: 20 June 2025 \u201cAn affordable one-day conference of practical and inspiring front-end and UX\/UI design talks, featuring eight world-class speakers.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Listen, UX conferences are very useful and great experiences, but many are pretty expensive, and can price out UX designers from smaller businesses from attending. Pixel Pioneers is an option for those in the UK looking for something cheaper, that\u2019s still quality. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Pixel Pioneers tours the UK, with this year\u2019s edition located in Bristol, perhaps one of the most creative cities in Britain. Here you\u2019ll get loads of actionable insight for not only UX designers but front-end developers who are making those designs a reality. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Pixel Pioneers want to help you make better websites and digital products. All their conferences feature a line-up of exceptional speakers, and welcome industry professionals from household names, so you\u2019ll be in good company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When<\/strong>: 11-13 March 2025 \u201cAdvancing Research 2025 isn\u2019t just a conference\u2014it\u2019s your blueprint for the next five years of UXR. Join us at this live, online conference for three days that will transform your career.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
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Where<\/strong>: Brighton, UK
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\u201cAt UX Brighton 2025, we bring clarity to the chaos. Join us to learn from some of the world\u2019s top thinkers and doers in UX and beyond. Together, we\u2019ll unpack the big picture, exploring how economic shifts affect your work and what principles you can apply to thrive.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n2. Leading Design<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Where<\/strong>: London, UK
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Where<\/strong>: New York, NY
Get tickets here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n3. UX360 Research Global Summit<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Where<\/strong>: Copenhagen, Denmark & online
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\u201c We have listened closely to the design community and crafted four powerful themes for this year’s conference. These themes emerged from deep conversations about the future of design, shaped in collaboration with the Design Matters Board, which consists of six talented designers and former speakers. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n5. Ax-con<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Where<\/strong>: Copenhagen, Denmark
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Where<\/strong>: Leiden, Netherlands
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Where<\/strong>: San Francisco, CA & online
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Where<\/strong>: New York,NY & online
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Where<\/strong>: Berlin, Germany & online
Get tickets here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n10. Insight Out Conference<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Where: San Francisco, CA & online
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Where<\/strong>: San Diego, CA & online
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Where<\/strong>: Bristol, UK
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