Whether you’re a seasoned crypto enthusiast, an avid globetrotter, or simply curious about the innovation that lies ahead, this article explores the top upcoming events that will shape the way we navigate the world of blockchain and travel.
From blockchain summits featuring renowned industry speakers to travel expos that are pushing the boundaries of exploration, we’ve handpicked several events in each category to plan your next trip around. Keep an eye out for our partner events below for special offers!
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Taipei Blockchain Week
📅 4-6 September 2025
📍 Taipei, Taiwan
Taipei Blockchain Week 2025 is set to welcome over 7,000 global attendees and features more than 200 speakers across two main stages and four large venues. With the theme “Onboard AI,” the event focuses on the convergence of Web3 and artificial intelligence, spotlighting innovations, real-world adoption, and the consumerization of blockchain.
Attendees can expect a packed agenda of keynote presentations, expert panels, and workshops covering topics such as decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), Layer-2 solutions, regulatory challenges, blockchain privacy, gaming, and the future of AI in Web3. The diverse speaker lineup includes industry leaders, founders, technical experts, and influential voices from both global companies and Taiwan’s vibrant local scene.
In addition, the conference hosts over 60 sponsors/partners and features more than 150 side events, making it one of Asia’s biggest gatherings for community-driven blockchain and AI collaboration.
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ETHTokyo
📅 12-15 September 2025
📍 Tokyo, Japan
ETHTokyo 2025, featuring a one-day conference at the United Nations University and a three-day hackathon at Dragon Gate, Shibuya. The event is expected to welcome hundreds of global participants, including developers, entrepreneurs, and blockchain enthusiasts. The conference hosts over a dozen industry-leading speakers, highlighted by Vitalik Buterin and Aya Miyaguchi of the Ethereum Foundation, along with experts from Protocol Guild, privacy and scaling research, and top DeFi projects.
Attendees can expect diverse panels and presentations on Ethereum scalability, privacy, decentralization, permissionless systems, real-world assets, DAOs, and financial innovation, plus hackathon tracks in privacy & security, social impact, and DeFi.
Designed as a catalyst for innovation and hands-on learning, ETHTokyo is co-hosted by Ethereum Japan, Fracton Ventures, INTMAX, and Centrum, and welcomes participants of all skill levels to shape the future of Ethereum.
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Korea Blockchain Week
📅 22-28 September 2025
📍 Seoul, Korea
Korea Blockchain Week 2025 is set to attract a record-breaking crowd of over 10,000 attendees, including blockchain professionals, institutional investors, developers, and fintech leaders from more than 40 countries. The event boasts a massive speaker lineup of over 300 global experts, including headline figures like Arthur Hayes (BitMEX), Bo Hines (White House), and Donald Trump Jr., alongside industry executives such as Caroline D. Pham (CFTC), Haseeb Qureshi (Dragonfly), Yat Siu (Animoca Brands), and others.
Attendees can expect in-depth panels, presentations, and workshops exploring cutting-edge topics such as Web3, decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), Layer-1 and Layer-2 scalability, AI integration with blockchain, real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, global crypto regulations, and the intersection of geopolitics and digital assets.
The week-long festival also features networking forums, immersive cultural experiences, art exhibitions, hackathons, and evening socials, making KBW2025 a central hub for blockchain innovation in Asia.
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IBT 2025 (Delhi)
📅 27-28 September 2025
📍 Delhi, India
IBT 2025 (India Blockchain Tour: Metamorphosis) is a flagship Web3 conference organized by Octaloop that will draw together hundreds of blockchain professionals, developers, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts from across India and beyond. The event is set to host over 50 expert speakers, including notable figures such as Hrishikesh Nashikkar (NPIC), Avery Ching (Aptos Labs), Jason Dominique (Onchain Labs), Amit Mehra (Borderless Capital), Ashok Pamidi (ex-NASSCOM Foundation), and Devika Mittal (AVA Labs South Asia).
Attendees can expect a dynamic mix of keynote speeches, interactive panels, hands-on workshops, and startup showcases, with topics spanning the future of Bitcoin and Ethereum, Layer-2 scaling, DeFi innovations, regulatory frameworks, NFTs, enterprise blockchain adoption, Web3 gaming, metaverse, and AI-integrated blockchain solutions.
The conference also offers ample networking opportunities for investors, builders, regulators, and students, as well as exclusive perks for ticket holders such as session access, after-parties, and industry meetups.
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Solana APEX
📅 29 September 2025
📍 Singapore
Solana APEX Singapore 2025 is a one-day event at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, designed to immerse attendees in the Solana ecosystem. The event targets founders, developers, and builders, featuring insightful talks, engaging panels, and interactive workshops led by industry pioneers.
Participants will have opportunities to showcase their products, connect with potential investors, and foster collaboration within the Solana community. Programming covers trending topics and innovative applications on the Solana network, with a strong focus on assessing product-market fit. The agenda runs from 10 AM to 7 PM and includes keynotes, panels, sessions, and a networking mixer.
Attendance requires prior registration and approval to ensure a focused and productive environment. The event offers valuable networking and learning experiences aimed at elevating projects and ideas within the Solana ecosystem.
Book hotels in Singapore for your trip to Solana APEX 2025.
Sonic Summit 2025
📅 29-30 September 2025
📍 Singapore
Sonic Summit 2025 Singapore is a premier two-day Web3 and blockchain event happening on September 29–30 at the Pan Pacific Orchard in Singapore. The summit aims to gather a global community of blockchain professionals, developers, and enthusiasts for immersive technical deep-dives, hands-on workshops, expert panels, and a global hackathon with real-world incentives. The speaker lineup includes key figures such as Michael Kong (CEO of Sonic), Dr. Bernhard Scholz (Chief Research Officer at Sonic), Sam Harcourt (COO of Sonic), and other industry leaders from Sonic Labs and prominent projects.
Topics covered focus on cutting-edge blockchain trends, EVM blockchain performance, community initiatives, and innovations driving the future of Web3. The venue, Pan Pacific Orchard, offers a premium setting with networking opportunities and curated evening receptions preceding TOKEN2049.
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ITB India 2025
📅 2-4 September 2025
📍 Mumbai, India
ITB India 2025 is a three-day B2B travel and tourism trade show expecting over 8,000 attendees, including 600+ top buyers from across India and South Asia, and more than 400 international and regional exhibitors. The event features a robust lineup of 150+ expert speakers leading over 60 conference sessions that cover key sectors such as MICE, Corporate, and Leisure travel, along with travel technology innovations.
Attendees can anticipate diverse panels, presentations, and discussions centered around curated and personalized travel experiences, travel technology advancements, including AI and big data, destination marketing, global consumer trends, social media and influencer marketing, and the future of MICE.
With 80% of attendees being decision-makers, ITB India 2025 serves as a strategic platform for high-level partnerships, knowledge exchange, and business development in one of the world’s fastest-growing travel markets.
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Skift Global Forum
📅 16-18 September 2025
📍 New York, USA
Skift Global Forum 2025 is a premier event for the global travel industry expected to draw approximately 600 to 800 senior leaders from hospitality, airlines, travel technology, media, and investment sectors. The forum features keynote interviews, strategic panels, and curated networking sessions that focus on innovation, investment, consumer trends, and growth strategies.
Attendees can expect expert-led keynotes and sessions addressing post-pandemic travel recovery, AI and automation impacts, sustainable travel practices, customer experience personalization, and digital transformation in travel technology.
The event also offers numerous networking opportunities, including VIP meetups, one-on-one meetings, and interactive workshops on leveraging big data, travel marketing innovations, and global tourism challenges. Key confirmed speakers include top executives such as Glenn Fogel (Booking Holdings) and other industry visionaries, with a full lineup to be announced in spring 2025.
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Tourism Expo Japan 2025
📅 25-28 September 2025
📍 Tokoname, Japan
Tourism Expo Japan 2025 a comprehensive travel industry event bringing together a diverse audience of travel professionals, buyers, exhibitors, and tourism stakeholders. The expo expects around 34,000 visitors during the first two business days and about 66,000 visitors during the two public days, with over 1,100 exhibition booths from 500 domestic and 380 international exhibitors. The program includes keynote speeches, panels, and professional seminars covering key tourism themes such as travel discovery, new encounters, MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions), travel technology innovations, inbound travel market trends, and sustainable tourism.
Notable sessions include the Japan Tourism Awards ceremony, tourism minister meetings, and networking receptions showcasing regional attractions. The event aims to foster business matching and industry collaboration while highlighting innovations in travel experience and education.
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Arival 360 Washington
📅 30 September 2025 – 3 October 2025
📍 Washington D.C., USA
Arival 360 Washington 2025 is a premier event for creators and sellers of tours, activities, attractions, and experiences, expected to bring together hundreds of industry professionals. The conference features a comprehensive program including keynote sessions, hands-on workshops, and expert panels addressing key trends such as AI, distribution strategies, consumer behavior in a recession-minded economy, pricing, experience design, and optimizing online travel agency presence.
The event highlights an expanded focus with a new Multi-Day Tour Track and includes high-profile speakers like Joe Pine, author of “The Experience Economy,” and executives from Airbnb, GetYourGuide, and Viator. In addition to the main conference, the week hosts specialized events like the AI Forum for Destination Experiences and the exclusive Executive Summit for top industry leaders to explore strategic challenges and future directions.
Attendees can expect abundant networking opportunities with global operators, distributors, and technology providers, making Arival 360 a vital platform for industry growth and innovation in travel experiences.
Book hotels in Washington, D.C. for your trip to Arival 360 Washington 2025.
