Upcoming Crypto & Travel Events: May 2025

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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!

 

May 2025 Upcoming Crypto and Travel Events Infographic

Upcoming Crypto Events

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Sui Basecamp

📅 1-2 May 2025

📍 Dubai, UAE

Sui Basecamp 2025, held May 1–2 at the InterContinental Dubai Festival City, is expected to draw thousands of attendees, building on last year’s 1,100 participants from 65 countries. The event features over 100 speakers, including Mysten Labs co-founder Evan Cheng, Real Vision CEO Raoul Pal, and leaders from major partners like Walrus and Babylon Labs. Attendees can expect keynotes, panels, and workshops on blockchain technology, Web3 innovation, decentralised applications, security, scalability, institutional finance, gaming, and digital ownership. Highlights include hands-on demos of the SuiPlay0X1 gaming console, project roadmap unveilings, and major announcements from top ecosystem players. The conference offers a prime opportunity for developers, investors, and entrepreneurs to network and explore the future of Web3.

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Sonic Summit

📅 6-8 May 2025

📍 Vienna, Austria

Sonic Summit 2025, taking place May 6–8 at Vienna’s MAK Museum and other historic venues, will unite hundreds of blockchain developers, investors, entrepreneurs, and Web3 enthusiasts for three days of innovation, technical deep-dives, and hands-on collaboration. The summit will feature dozens of speakers, including key figures such as Dr. Bernhard Scholz (Sonic Labs), Pol (SilverSwap), Esko Koivula (Hedgehog Protocol), Alain Kunz (GSR), and Marc Tillement (Pyth Data Association). Attendees can expect a dynamic agenda with keynote speeches, technical panels, developer workshops, a hackathon, investment-focused sessions, and networking events in Vienna’s iconic settings. Topics will span DeFi, NFTs, smart contracts, EVM scalability, blockchain security, and the latest trends in decentralized technologies, making Sonic Summit a central hub for shaping the future of Web3.

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ETHLisbon

📅 9-11 May 2025

📍 Lisbon, Portugal

ETHLisbon 2025, taking place May 9–11 at AIhub by Unicorn Factory in Lisbon, will gather 500–1,000 attendees for three days of hands-on hacking, technical workshops, and collaboration, co-hosted by Lightshift Capital and Encode Club. The event features a dynamic hackathon and a research conference, with talks and panels led by leading researchers, industry experts, and innovators in Web3—highlighting topics such as decentralised AI, modular systems, zk scaling, sequencers, Bitcoin, and emerging decentralised technologies. Attendees can expect a vibrant community atmosphere, real-world insights from key speakers like Adamantios Zaras (Autonolas), and opportunities to build impactful projects and network with top talent shaping the future of decentralisation.

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Consensus Toronto

📅 14-16 May 2025

📍 Toronto, Canada

Consensus Toronto 2025, CoinDesk’s flagship blockchain and Web3 conference, will take place May 14–16 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, drawing over 20,000 attendees from more than 100 countries. The event will feature 500+ speakers, including industry leaders such as Kevin O’Leary (O’Leary Ventures), Dave Portnoy (Barstool Sports), Sergey Nazarov (Chainlink), Lucas Matheson (Coinbase Canada), Dean Skurka (WonderFi), and Anthony Scaramucci (SkyBridge Capital), alongside top policymakers and innovators. Attendees can expect a robust agenda of panels, keynotes, and fireside chats spanning topics like cryptocurrencies, tokenisation, DeFi, stablecoins, custody, regulatory developments, AI, and Web3’s impact on finance, culture, and technology. The conference will also host CoinDesk PitchFest for startups, North America’s largest blockchain hackathon, and extensive networking opportunities, making it a central hub for dealmaking, innovation, and the future of digital assets. 

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Dutch Blockchain Week 2025

📅 19-25 May 2025

📍 Amsterdam, Netherlands

Dutch Blockchain Week 2025, the Netherlands’ largest blockchain event, will take place from May 19 to 25 across multiple venues in Amsterdam, bringing together over 1,000 attendees and more than 50 speakers, including industry leaders such as Caine Knight (Tether), Joris Dekker (ABN AMRO), Mark Jennings (Gemini), Martin Masser (TON Foundation), and Gijs op de Weegh (StablR). The week features a two-day Dutch Blockchain Summit packed with keynotes, mainstage panels, and breakout sessions, alongside dozens of partner-led side events, a hackathon, startup competition, Dutch Blockchain Awards, investor networking, and sports meetups. Topics span blockchain technology, Web3, crypto innovation, regulation, digital assets, and real-world applications, making it a central hub for learning, collaboration, and community building in the European blockchain ecosystem.

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ETHVietnam

📅 23-24 May 2025

📍 Hanoi, Vietnam

ETHVietnam 2025, set for May 24–25 at Independence Palace in Ho Chi Minh City, is expected to attract over 6,000 attendees from Vietnam and the broader Asia-Pacific region, bringing together developers, entrepreneurs, and blockchain enthusiasts. The event will feature more than 250 speakers and experts, including leading voices from the Ethereum and Web3 communities, with a program packed with keynotes, panels, and hands-on workshops. Attendees can expect a wide range of topics covering Ethereum development, decentralised applications, smart contracts, DeFi, infrastructure, and the future of blockchain innovation, alongside a major hackathon, networking opportunities, and themed side events designed to foster collaboration and community growth.

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ETHPrague

📅 27-29 May 2025

📍 Prague, Czech Republic

ETHPrague 2025, running May 27–29 at Holešovice Market in Prague, will gather hundreds of developers, researchers, and blockchain visionaries for a summit focused on Ethereum’s long-term future and its potential to address global economic, social, and environmental challenges. The event will feature a diverse lineup of speakers (to be announced), with sessions including panel discussions, interactive workshops, and visionary talks exploring speculative concepts, next-generation applications, and the philosophical and technical frontiers of Ethereum—such as Layer 2/3 solutions, blockchain-as-a-service, scalability, interoperability, and societal impact. Rather than spotlighting short-term trends or DeFi hype, ETHPrague is designed for those eager to shape the next decade of Ethereum innovation and connect with a community committed to building a positive, sustainable future through blockchain technology.

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Bitcoin 2025

📅 27-29 May 2025

📍 Las Vegas, USA

Bitcoin 2025, the world’s largest Bitcoin conference, will take place May 27–29 at The Venetian in Las Vegas, drawing over 30,000 attendees from across the globe. The event will feature hundreds of speakers, including industry titans such as Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss (Gemini), Paul Grewal and Faryar Shirzad (Coinbase), David Bailey (BTC Inc.), and high-profile policymakers like Rosie Rios (America250), David Sacks (White House Crypto and AI Czar), and Bo Hines (White House Executive Director). Attendees can expect a robust agenda of keynotes, panels, and workshops covering Bitcoin adoption, ETFs, institutional investment, mining innovation, DeFi and Layer 2 solutions, regulatory and compliance issues, macroeconomic trends, open-source development, and Bitcoin’s role versus central bank digital currencies. The conference will also feature the “Code & Country” summit on public policy and technology, hands-on workshops, networking events, and an exhibition hall showcasing the latest in Bitcoin and blockchain innovation.

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WOW Summit HK

📅 28-29 May 2025

📍 Hong Kong

WOW Summit HK 2025, taking place May 28–29, will bring together over 7,000 attendees from 50+ countries and feature more than 150 speakers, including global tech leaders, investors, government officials, and innovators from across AI, Web3, fintech, robotics, gaming, and digital art sectors. The conference agenda includes keynote speeches, expert panels, hands-on workshops, masterclasses, and startup pitch competitions, covering topics such as AI integration, decentralised finance (DeFi), blockchain adoption, digital identity, VR/AR, and the future of work. Supported by the Hong Kong Government, Invest Hong Kong, and the Hong Kong Tourism Board, WOW Summit HK 2025 will also introduce WOW META FEST, an interactive tech exhibition, and provide extensive networking opportunities for startups, investors, and industry leaders to explore the next wave of technological innovation.

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Litecoin Las Vegas

📅 29-30 May 2025

📍 Las Vegas, USA

Litecoin Summit 2025, the fifth edition of the annual event organised by the Litecoin Foundation, will take place May 29–30 at Harrah’s Resort in Las Vegas, drawing hundreds of attendees from across the crypto industry and beyond. The summit will feature a robust lineup of speakers, including Litecoin creator Charlie Lee, alongside leaders from organisations such as Bloomberg, Coinbase, Moonpay, Hashdex, Unstoppable Domains, Coinshares, Shapeshift, and Grayscale. Attendees can expect two full days of keynotes, technical talks, industry panels, policy discussions, workshops, and breakout sessions covering topics like digital payments, privacy innovation, blockchain technology, regulation, DeFi, and the evolving landscape of decentralised finance. The event also offers extensive networking opportunities, an exhibition area, exclusive Litecoin merchandise, and an afterparty, making it a must-attend for professionals, developers, investors, policymakers, and anyone interested in the future of digital money. 

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Upcoming Travel Events

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Skift Live Bangkok

📅 14-15 May 2025

📍 Bangkok, Thailand

Skift Live Bangkok 2025, also known as Skift Asia Forum, will convene on May 14–15 at the Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel, bringing together several hundred top travel industry leaders, executives, and innovators from across Asia and beyond. The event will feature more than 30 speakers, including key figures such as Jean-Jacques Morin (Accor), Laura Houldsworth (Booking.com), Dave Stephenson (Airbnb), Boon Sian Chai (Trip.com Group), Dillip Rajakarier (Minor Hotels), and Nadia Omer (AirAsia MOVE), with more to be announced. Attendees can expect a robust agenda of keynotes, panels, and conversations covering topics like Asia’s travel rebound, shifting consumer behaviors, digital disruption, sustainability, luxury and localisation, the future of airlines, experience-led travel, technology innovation, and the evolving impact of Chinese and regional travelers. The forum is designed for decision-makers shaping the future of travel in Southeast Asia, offering exclusive insights, AI-driven networking, and opportunities to connect with the region’s most influential players.

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GBTA APAC 2025

📅 27-28 May 2025

📍 Singapore

GBTA APAC Conference 2025, taking place May 27–28 at the Raffles City Convention Centre in Singapore, is set to be the region’s largest gathering for the business travel community, attracting hundreds of attendees from across Asia-Pacific and beyond. The event will feature a robust lineup of industry leaders and expert speakers, including keynotes from Suzanne Neufang (CEO, GBTA), Hermione Joye (Sector Lead, Travel and Vertical Search APAC, Google), and Amer Iqbal (Founder & CEO, Five Ways to Innovate), as well as panels with executives from Shell, Trip.Biz, and SkyTeam. Attendees can expect main stage presentations, interactive panels, and workshops on the latest trends in business travel, workforce mobility, ESG best practices, inclusivity and accessibility in travel, and the evolving roles of travel and account managers. Co-located with the Worldwide ERC® Regional Summit, the conference offers expanded opportunities for networking, peer-to-peer learning, and exploring synergies between business travel and talent mobility.

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