IT conferences can be a great way to supercharge your career, business, or next project. As we’re getting back to normal with IT events post-pandemic, IT conferences in 2024 provided a unique opportunity for ideation, networking, and learning that is hard to replicate elsewhere. If nothing else, they helped IT pros acquire more swag (like bucket hats!).
Of course, IT events can also waste time if you pick the wrong one. Unfortunately, there’s no set of the “best IT conferences” that will work for everyone. That means you’ll likely need to do some research and prepare for the conference before you book your trip. Fortunately, we’re here to help!
We’ve already compiled a list of MSP conferences to help MSPs pick the right events. In this article, we’ll look at some of the best IT conferences for 2025 so you can make the right choice for your team.
💡Pro tip: Want to see which conferences Auvik is attending? Check out our event listing.
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1. AWS re:Invent
When: Dec 1–Dec 6, 2025
Where: Las Vegas, NV
Who’s it for: Developers, sysadmins, technical decision-makers, and cloud architects
More info: https://reinvent.awsevents.com/
From the host:
AWS re:Invent is a learning conference hosted by AWS for the global cloud-computing community. The in-person event features keynote announcements, training and certification opportunities, 2,000+ technical sessions, the Expo, after-hours events, and so much more.
2. Black Hat USA 2025
When: Aug 2–Aug 7, 2025
Where: Las Vegas, NV
Who’s it for: Security engineers, CISOs, IT specialists, and technical decision-makers
More info: https://www.blackhat.com/upcoming.html#usa and https://10times.com/hat
From the host:
Black Hat USA offers four days of specialized cybersecurity training, with courses for all skill levels. The two-day main conference will feature over a hundred selected briefings, dozens of open-source tool demos, networking and social events, and more. This year, Black Hat is also launching a one-day in-person certification program.
3. ChannelPro Live
When:
- Feb 5–Feb 6, 2025 (Tampa, FL)
- Mar 11–Mar 12, 2025 (Dallas, TX)
- Apr 1–Apr 2, 2025 (Chicago, IL)
- May 13–May 14, 2025 (Parsippany, NJ)
- Jun 5–Jun 6, 2025 (Columbus, OH)
- Aug 12–Aug 13, 2025 (Boston, MA))
- Sep 9–Sep 10, 2025 (Atlanta, GA)
- Oct 6–Oct 7, 2025 (Baltimore, MD)
Where:
- Tampa, FL
- Dallas, TX (DEFEND)
- Chicago, IL
- Parsippany, NJ
- Columbus, OH
- Boston, MA (DEFEND)
- Atlanta, GA
- Baltimore, MD
Who’s it for: IT pros, MSPs, MSSPs, IT decision makers, and IT sales leaders with a focus on SMBs
More info: https://events.channelpronetwork.com/
From the host:
ChannelPro produces premier educational and networking events for MSPs and channel partners seeking new opportunities to network and build partnerships with leading vendors, discover actionable strategies for growing a profitable business, and gain expert-level insights for fostering a cyber resilient culture.
Rave review
“It’s so valuable for administrators, people at the upper echelons…to come out and see what’s going on, who the new players are, what are the new services that you can offer your clients, and what is the best way to do that and maintain profitability…I would recommend it to anybody.”
Frank Hernandez, VMX Technologies LLC
4. Cisco Live
When: Jun 8–Jun 12, 2025
Where: San Diego, CA
Who’s it for: Networking pros, IT decision makers, resellers, vendors, and MSPs
More info: https://www.ciscolive.com/global.html
From the host:
For 35 years, Cisco Live has delivered education and inspiration to technology innovators worldwide through large-scale events, as well as on-demand education. It is the premier destination for Cisco customers and partners to gain knowledge and to build community.
As the place where the best and the brightest minds in IT come to learn, Cisco Live will ignite creativity, deliver practical know-how, and accelerate the connections that power the inclusive future for all.
5. Dell Technologies World
When: May 19–May 22, 2025
Where: Las Vegas, NV
Who’s it for: Networking pros, IT decision makers, resellers, vendors, and MSPs
More info: https://www.dell.com/en-us/dt/events/delltechnologiesworld/2025/index.htm
From the host:
At Dell Technologies World, you’ll discover the future of tech and gain actionable insights and new strategies to simplify your AI adoption, refine your roadmap and increase customer satisfaction and ROI. Come to learn, share stories and best practices, supercharge your network and accelerate from ideas to action.
6. EDUCAUSE
When: Oct 27–Oct 30, 2025
Where: Nashville, TN and online
Who’s it for: IT pros, MSPs, and decision-makers working in education
More info: https://events.educause.edu/annual-conference/2025
From the host:
This is THE event where professionals and technology providers from around the world gather to network, share ideas, grow professionally, and discover solutions to today’s challenges. It’s the largest gathering of your peers…people you can relate to, learn from, and stay connected to throughout the year.
7. Info Tech Live
When: June 10–June 12, 2025
Where: Las Vegas, NV
Who’s it for: IT decision makers, IT project managers, and IT technical professionals
More info: https://www.infotech.com/events/las-vegas-live-june-10-12-2025
From the host:
Join us at Info-Tech Research Group’s annual flagship conference – Info-Tech LIVE.
This premier three-day conference brings together more than 2,000 IT executives, thought leaders, industry analysts, and technology experts in an engaging, interactive, and insightful event that explores the future of technology and innovation.
At LIVE 2025, we’ll deliver the actionable tools, knowledge, and insights that IT leaders need to thrive in an exponentially complex and fast-paced technological world. We’re calling it “Exponential IT in Motion.”
8. IT Expo East
When: Feb 11–Feb 12, 2025
Where: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Who’s it for: IT professionals, IT decision-makers, executives, vendors, resellers, and MSPs
More info: https://www.itexpo.com/east/
From the host:
ITEXPO and the collocated events in the #TECHSUPERSHOW provide the forum where technology decisions are made to produce better business outcomes-for tech buyers, resellers, and solutions providers alike.
9. iTech Conferences
When: dates to be announced
Where: Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto
Who’s it for: IT professionals, IT decision makers, resellers, and vendors
More info: https://www.itechconference.ca/
From the host:
This is Canada’s leading IT conference and exhibition Infrastructure, cloud, security, data centre virtualization, AI and machine learning.
10. Kaseya Connect Global/Connect IT
When: Apr 28–May 1, 2025
Where: Las Vegas, NV
Who’s it for: MSPs, MSSPs, IT professionals, and IT decision makers
More info: https://www.kaseyaconnect.com/
From the host:
Kaseya Connect Global is designed for leaders and experts in the IT service industry looking to help build systems, evolve their companies, and help lead the industry into a stronger tomorrow.
Rave Review
“The majority of the sessions had direct application to how to make our business run better, not just a series of product dumps or ‘commercials.’”
Unnamed attendee on the event’s homepage
11. Microsoft Ignite
When: Save the date–week of Nov 17, 2025
Where: San Francisco, CA (and online)
Who’s it for: Microsoft partners, developers, IT decision makers, security professionals, and IT specialists
More info: https://ignite.microsoft.com/en-US/home
From the host:
Explore our biggest and most spectacular events, with industry thought leaders, innovative ideas, and chances to connect with the worldwide community.
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12. Microsoft 365 Conference
When: May 6–May 8, 2025
Where: Las Vegas, NV
Who’s it for: IT pros, partners, and decision makers that use Microsoft 365
More info: https://m365conf.com/
From the host:
The brightest minds in tech, all in one place. Meet the innovators, trailblazers, and product makers who are driving transformation and fostering collaboration in the era of AI. Hear from the industry’s leading voices and gain exclusive insights, best practices, and strategies as we redefine what’s possible in the workplace.
13. Midsize Enterprise Summit
When: Mar 17–18, 2025
Where: Atlanta, GA
Who’s it for: IT pros, cybersecurity pros, partners, and decision makers that work with or for midsize enterprises
More info: https://event.thechannelco.com/mes-it-security/
From the host:
MES IT Security focuses only on the midmarket, sharing pivotal market intelligence through keynotes from the industry’s top experts, interactive boardrooms and whiteboarding sessions, and more. Network with midmarket IT executives and form strategic relationships with technology partners and suppliers that deliver the biggest, boldest ideas.
14. Next ‘25
When: Apr 9–Apr 11, 2025
Where: Las Vegas, NV
Who’s it for: IT professionals, developers, resellers, vendors, service providers, and leaders interested in Google Cloud technologies
More info: https://cloud.withgoogle.com/next
From the host:
Google Cloud Next isn’t just a conference, it’s where we’re building the future of business — helping organizations create the new way forward in the era of AI.
So get ready to spark something big — something that was once out of reach, something that’s never been done. Because at Next, you can.
15. Pink25
When: Feb 2–Feb 5, 2025
Where: Las Vegas, NV
More info: https://www.pinkelephant.com/en-us/Pink25/Home
From the host:
Recognized as THE world’s premier IT Service Management annual event, now in its 27th hugely successful year!
Pink25’s cutting-edge program includes all things IT service management, Lean IT, Agile Scrum, DevOps, business relationship management, organizational change management, and much more.
Rave review
Unnamed Pink fan
“I’ve been to other industry conferences before, like HDI & Support World, and now I understand – they are all grade school. Pink’s conference is college!”
16. Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC)
When: Jan 14–Jan 17, 2025
Where: Orlando, FL
Who’s it for: IT pros, MSPs, and decision-makers working in education
More info: https://www.fetc.org/
From the host:
For more than 40 years, the Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC) is where thousands of visionary educators and tech leaders converge to revolutionize K12 education.
With a rich history of setting benchmarks and cultivating a community of innovators, FETC not only shapes the trajectory of K12 learning but also embodies the values of community, innovation, and infinite possibilities.
Rave Review
“FETC is the single most empowering event which I have attended. I appreciate immensely being able to collaborate with so many talented individuals from a broad variety of schools and I always come away from the conference with a greater sense of motivation and purpose.”
Director of Technology, St. Timothy’s School, North Carolina on events homepage
17. Service Management World
When: Nov 16–Nov 20, 2025
Where: Orlando, FL
Who’s it for: IT professionals, IT decision-makers, and MSPs
More info: https://www.smworld.com/
From the host:
Service Management World is the definitive event for service management leaders – a conference and expo dedicated to helping manage customer and business expectations, discovering emerging resources and technologies, and staying ahead of evolving practices and frameworks.
Network with industry peers, get your most pressing questions answered from proven experts and innovative solution providers, and stay on the forefront of where the service management industry is headed.
18. Spiceworld
When: Nov 11–Nov 13, 2025
Where: Austin, TX
Who’s it for: IT professionals, IT decision-makers, and MSPs
More info: https://www.spiceworks.com/spiceworld/
From the host:
SpiceWorld is not your average tech conference; it’s a celebration of IT, a learning and networking extravaganza where online connections become real-life relationships and IT professionals check out the latest gear as they mingle with experts from top tech brands.
Rave Review
“Spiceworld was one of the most amazing times of my life. I met so many awesome people and learned a ton of amazing new things. The vendor showcase was incredible with the selection of vendors they had out there, and everything was made to be very engaging. Oh and I won a Lenovo gaming laptop at the end! w00t! Can’t wait for my next SpiceWorld!”
Christopher Spradlin
19. TechAdvantage
When: Mar 9–Mar 12, 2025
Where: Atlanta, GA
Who’s it for: Engineers, IT professionals, operations professionals, supply managers, and decision makers working in the electric co-op space
More info: https://www.cooperative.com/conferences-education/meetings/techadvantage/Pages/default.aspx
From the host:
This is the premier event for technology professionals to explore the solutions and strategies shaping and driving the future of the electric cooperative industry.
20. TechCon365
📝Note: 365 EduCon is now TechCon365!
365 EduCon was the old name of this conference. Tech Conferences rebranded it to TechCon365.
When:
- Jun 23–27, 2025 (Seattle, WA)
- Aug 11–15, 2025 (Atlanta, GA)
- Nov 3 – 7, 2025 (Dallas, TX)
Where:
- Seattle, WA
- Washington, DC
- Dallas, TX
Who’s it for: IT pros, MSPs, developers, and decision-makers working in education with an interest in the Microsoft 365 software suite
More info: https://techcon365.com/portal/ and https://techcon365.com/Dallas/
From the host:
TechCon 365, is a Microsoft 365 and Power Platform Training Conference that brings you the world’s leading experts in Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Azure, & AI. Whether you are new to Microsoft 365 and Power Platform or an experienced power user, admin, or developer, TechCon 365 has content designed to fit your experience level and area of interest. Our workshops and sessions are taught by Microsoft Certified Trainers, Microsoft MVPs, Microsoft Regional Directors and Microsoft product group members.
Rave Review
“This was by far the most robust, wide ranging, and useful collection of content I’ve ever had delivered through a conference. Next time I attend I’ll definitely be bringing colleagues!”
Previous 365 EduCon attendee
21. VMware Explore
📝Note: VMworld is now VMware explore!
VMworld was the old name of this conference. VMware rebranded it to VMware Explore.
When: Aug 25–Aug 28, 2025
Where: Las Vegas, NV
Who’s it for: IT pros and It decision-makers
More info: https://www.vmware.com/explore.html
From the host:
See what was unveiled, up-level your expertise, and start transforming your business today. Tap into a discovery powerhouse with unique, online-only technical sessions and on-site session recordings of the general session, solution keynotes and more.
Check out events where you can find the Auvik team!
At Auvik, we love IT conferences. They’re a great chance for us to meet our customers, partners, and fellow IT pros. Check out the list of events our team will be at, and stop by to say hi if you’re there too!
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