3D and CG Event Calendar 2026
Stay up to date with notable events across the 3D, VFX, and motion design industries. From major conferences to industry workshops, RenderHub highlights the events that matter so you don't have to search for them.
May 28th
XR Motion Meetup
Join the XR Motion meetup—Brooklyn’s premier gathering for enthusiasts, creators, and professionals in Motion Graphics, 3D, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Connect with a vibrant community, stay ahead of industry trends, and explore the latest innovations in immersive and interactive technology.
June 3rd
3D London Meetup
3D London - An 'in the real world' reflection of the wider London/UK 3D/CGI/VFX/Archviz content creation community and the adoption of a multitude of digital crafting tools. We are unbiased towards the artists' tools of the trade and independent from brand influence.
June 15th - 18th
AWE USA 2026
AWE USA 2026 introduces the powerful theme "I, Spatial: Humans Empowered by Spatial AI," a call to action that places human agency at the center of the rapidly converging worlds of Mixed Reality and Artificial Intelligence. Spanning four days, this is the definitive gathering for those building, deploying, and scaling the next generation of spatial computing.
June 16th - 18th
Unreal Fest Chicago
Join fellow devs in the Windy City as we celebrate the Epic community, showcase innovative projects, dive into new features and technology-and share what’s next for Unreal Engine and the Epic ecosystem.
June 18th - 20th
World Visualization Festival 2026
The World Visualization Festival (WVF) aims to be a leading event for professionals in the visualization industry, focusing on creators, business leaders, and tech innovators.
June 23rd - 25th
Immersive Tech Week
Join ITW 2026 - where innovation meets imagination. A world-class festival where creativity, technology and society converge to shape the future and spark new realities.
June 25th
XR Motion Meetup
Join the XR Motion meetup—Brooklyn’s premier gathering for enthusiasts, creators, and professionals in Motion Graphics, 3D, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Connect with a vibrant community, stay ahead of industry trends, and explore the latest innovations in immersive and interactive technology.
July 15th
3DNY Meetup
3D New York is aimed at professionals and students working in 3D from New York's architectural, advertising, visual effects, gaming, animation, XR, and interactive industries. We meet bi-monthly to hear from industry leaders, network, and to discuss ideas, jobs, tech, and projects in a friendly and relaxed setting.
July 18th - 19th
Worlds in Action Hack [02]: SIGGRAPH LA
Worlds in Action Hack [02-LA], a hands-on hackathon for founders, developers, researchers, engineers, designers, VFX artists, and filmmakers building with world models, spatial AI, Gaussian splats, 3D GenAI, and interactive XR/3D worlds. Participants will get access to APIs, credits, open-source kits, workshops, mentors, technical support, demos, awards, and community visibility right before SIGGRAPH 2026.
July 19th - 23rd
SIGGRAPH 2026
SIGGRAPH 2026 is the 53rd annual conference on computer graphics and interactive techniques, widely considered the most influential event in the industry. For 2026, the conference returns to its frequent home of Los Angeles, highlighting the deep connection between cutting-edge tech and the Hollywood creative scene.
July 30th
XR Motion Meetup
Join the XR Motion meetup—Brooklyn’s premier gathering for enthusiasts, creators, and professionals in Motion Graphics, 3D, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Connect with a vibrant community, stay ahead of industry trends, and explore the latest innovations in immersive and interactive technology.
August 13th - 15th
Graphics Pro Expo
Discover new products, learn new processes and techniques, explore new equipment, and grow your business. Graphics Pro Expo delivers unmatched education, high-value networking, and face-to-face access to trusted suppliers.
August 24th
XR Motion Meetup
Join the XR Motion meetup—Brooklyn’s premier gathering for enthusiasts, creators, and professionals in Motion Graphics, 3D, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Connect with a vibrant community, stay ahead of industry trends, and explore the latest innovations in immersive and interactive technology.
August 27th
XR Motion Meetup
Join the XR Motion meetup—Brooklyn’s premier gathering for enthusiasts, creators, and professionals in Motion Graphics, 3D, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Connect with a vibrant community, stay ahead of industry trends, and explore the latest innovations in immersive and interactive technology.
September 4th - 5th
D2 Conference Budapest
For the second year the venue returns to the iconic Budapest Jazz Club, an atmospheric venue known for its charm and energy in the vibrant heart of Budapest. Welcoming up to 220 guests, the club offers a fully equipped auditorium and inviting lobby spaces with a lively bar – helping turn small talk into big ideas, new friendships, and to blur the line between networking and just hanging out.
September 11th - 14th
IBC2026
The IBC Conference brings together global leaders, disruptors, and innovators from across media, entertainment and technology to explore the forces reshaping the industry. From platform evolution and creative innovation to AI disruption and immersive storytelling, the conference offers a powerful mix of insight, provocation, and practical strategy. This three-day program is where the future of media is decoded, discussed, and designed.
September 16th
3DNY Meetup
3D New York is aimed at professionals and students working in 3D from New York's architectural, advertising, visual effects, gaming, animation, XR, and interactive industries. We meet bi-monthly to hear from industry leaders, network, and to discuss ideas, jobs, tech, and projects in a friendly and relaxed setting.
September 23rd - 25th
Blender Conference 2026
BCON26, the largest gathering of Blender artists, developers and contributors will take place on September 23-25, 2025 at the Felix Meritis in the heart of Amsterdam.
September 28th - October 3rd
THU (Trojan Horse was a Unicorn)
In a world where there's no time for anything, the THU Main Event creates six days where the digital entertainment industry stops. For six days, we press pause on the endless scroll and back-to-back calls to make space for what actually moves us forward: real connection.
Sep 28, 2026
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Troia Design Hotel & Troia Conference Centre|
Troia, Portugal|
$75 - $250|
Official Event PageOctober 11th - 16th
VIEW Conference
VIEW Conference brings together legends/masters, the best in our industry to celebrate the latest achievements in Animation, VFX, Games and AI, but also to share their visions of the future. The conference’s vibrant and inclusive atmosphere is designed to enlighten and inspire, with an extensive live program of talks, presentations, workshops and masterclasses embracing cutting-edge thinking and innovation on such topics as Storytelling, Virtual Production, Computer Graphics, Interactive & Immersive Media, VR/AR/Mixed Reality and Artificial Intelligence, Real-Time Rendering and much, much more.
October 13th - 15th
Augmented Enterprise Summit
Where Enterprises Innovate with AI, XR, Digital Twins - 3 days of real-world case studies, hands-on workshops, and expert-led sessions built for the teams deploying emerging technologies at scale.
October 23rd - 25th
LightBox Expo
LightBox Expo is the ultimate celebration of the artists behind your favorite films, games, animation, and illustrations. Founded by character designer Bobby Chiu and Emerald City Comic Con founder Jim Demonakos, LBX is "for artists, by artists." It serves as a vital bridge between the giants of the entertainment industry and the global community of creators who bring those worlds to life.
October 24th
3DSYMPOSIUM
2026 event will go back to the origins of 3dsymposium. This year we will have five masterclasses showcasing the tools that can be integrated into our workflows today. Instead of studios presenting their internal processes, the event will be 100% focused on real AI driven workflows. We will also discuss how our industry is likely to evolve in the coming years.
October 29th
XR Motion Meetup
Join the XR Motion meetup—Brooklyn’s premier gathering for enthusiasts, creators, and professionals in Motion Graphics, 3D, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Connect with a vibrant community, stay ahead of industry trends, and explore the latest innovations in immersive and interactive technology.
November 10th - 12th
Adobe Max 2026
Ignite your imagination at the world’s premier creative event. Adobe MAX 2026 lands in the vibrant heart of Miami Beach for three days of high-octane inspiration, hands-on learning, and a first look at the future of design.
November 18th
3DNY Meetup
3D New York is aimed at professionals and students working in 3D from New York's architectural, advertising, visual effects, gaming, animation, XR, and interactive industries. We meet bi-monthly to hear from industry leaders, network, and to discuss ideas, jobs, tech, and projects in a friendly and relaxed setting.
November 26th
XR Motion Meetup
Join the XR Motion meetup—Brooklyn’s premier gathering for enthusiasts, creators, and professionals in Motion Graphics, 3D, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Connect with a vibrant community, stay ahead of industry trends, and explore the latest innovations in immersive and interactive technology.
December 1st - 4th
SIGGRAPH Asia 2026
SIGGRAPH Asia 2026 will mark a new milestone as it takes place in Kuala Lumpur for the first time, expanding the conference’s footprint and welcoming fresh perspectives. This edition promises to enrich our community by fostering new connections and enhancing the experience for all attendees.
December 7th - 9th
UnitedXR Europe
Augmented World Expo (AWE) and Stereopsia unite to launch the most powerful XR event in Europe: UnitedXR Europe. From 7 to 9 December 2026, Brussels will host the #1 hub for XR innovation, industry leadership, and next-gen immersive experiences, to accelerate the European immersive ecosystem towards mainstream adoption.
December 31st
XR Motion Meetup
Join the XR Motion meetup—Brooklyn’s premier gathering for enthusiasts, creators, and professionals in Motion Graphics, 3D, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Connect with a vibrant community, stay ahead of industry trends, and explore the latest innovations in immersive and interactive technology.
January 6th - 9th
CES 2027
The most powerful tech event in the world, CES 2027 returns to Las Vegas to showcase the breakthrough technologies and global innovators that are redefining how we live and work. This year’s event centers on the "Age of Autonomous Intelligence," highlighting the seamless integration of Spatial AI, robotics, and sustainable energy across every sector of the global economy.
Past Events
May 20th
3DNY Meetup
3D New York is aimed at professionals and students working in 3D from New York's architectural, advertising, visual effects, gaming, animation, XR, and interactive industries. We meet bi-monthly to hear from industry leaders, network, and to discuss ideas, jobs, tech, and projects in a friendly and relaxed setting.
May 13th
3D Boston Meetup
Welcome to the 3D BOSTON Meetup! A community for Boston-area creatives in the fields of 3D graphics, animation, architectural design and VFX. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this group offers a chance to meet in person, network, exchange ideas, showcase your work, and learn from others.
May 6th
3D London Meetup
3D London - An 'in the real world' reflection of the wider London/UK 3D/CGI/VFX/Archviz content creation community and the adoption of a multitude of digital crafting tools. We are unbiased towards the artists' tools of the trade and independent from brand influence.
Event Has Passed
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Studios - White Rabbit Shoreditch|
London, United Kingdom|
Free Event|
Official Event PageMay 5th - 8th
FMX 2026
FMX is Europe’s most important conference for the latest in Animation, Visual Effects and Digital Media. Every year in spring, FMX gathers international film and media professionals in the heart of Stuttgart, including many Oscar and Emmy award winners. FMX is dedicated to current developments in film and media creation with presentations, panel discussions, workshops, and an exhibition area.
May 4th - 8th
Eurographics 2026
Eurographics 2026, the 47th Annual Conference of the European Association for Computer Graphics, will take place from May 4th to May 8th, 2026, in Aachen, Germany. The premier event will be held at the Cineplex Kinopark Aachen and will feature state-of-the-art research in rendering, animation, Generative AI, and simulation, including keynotes from leaders in the field.
April 30th
XR Motion Meetup
Join the XR Motion meetup—Brooklyn’s premier gathering for enthusiasts, creators, and professionals in Motion Graphics, 3D, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Connect with a vibrant community, stay ahead of industry trends, and explore the latest innovations in immersive and interactive technology.
April 18th
AVFX Visual Effects Festival 2026
The AVFX Visual Effects Festival 2026 returns to Rome for its fifth edition, serving as Italy’s premier hub for the CGI and visual effects community. This year's festival focuses heavily on the Transformative Intersection of human creativity and Artificial Intelligence.
April 18th - 22nd
NAB Show 2026
The NAB Show, produced by the National Association of Broadcasters, is the premier annual trade show for the broadcast, media, and entertainment industry, held in Las Vegas each April. It focuses on next-gen technology, AI, streaming, and content creation, attracting over 100,000 professionals globally to explore innovations in production, post-production, and media monetization.
April 16th - 17th
RenderCon 2026
RenderCon 2026 is a two-day, production-focused conference held April 16–17, 2026, at Nya Studios in Hollywood, CA, bringing together artists, studios, and technologists to bridge AI with 3D rendering workflows. It focuses on creating "production-ready" tools, offering workshops and panels on AI consistency, scene memory, and interactive storytelling.
April 16th - 18th
OFFF 2026
OFFF Barcelona is the world’s premier three-day festival of contemporary creativity, design, and digital culture held annually in spring at the Disseny Hub Barcelona. Celebrating its 26th year in 2026, it serves as a global meeting point for industry leaders, artists, and students to explore future trends, featuring talks, masterclasses, and networking.
April 13th - 14th
BCON USA 2026
We are so excited to announce that the BCON is returning to North America in 2026! Autotroph will be hosting BCON Austin at Inn Cahoots on the iconic 6th Street in downtown Austin, Texas.
April 8th - 18th
Laval Virtual
For three days, professionals, startups, researchers, artists, and students will gather to exchange ideas, showcase, and shape the future of XR. The event combines an innovative exhibition, expert talks, technical conferences, competitions, and dynamic networking evenings like the LV Party and the LV Awards.
April 1st
3D London Meetup
3D London - An 'in the real world' reflection of the wider London/UK 3D/CGI/VFX/Archviz content creation community and the adoption of a multitude of digital crafting tools. We are unbiased towards the artists' tools of the trade and independent from brand influence.
March 27th - 28th
SODA - Sorrento Digital Art Festival
The SODA - Sorrento Digital Art Festival is an international hub dedicated to digital culture, contemporary art, and the dialogue between technology and creativity. Founded to bridge the gap between local Italian talent and the global scene, the festival serves as a platform for digital artists, architects, and creative professionals.
March 26th
XR Motion Meetup
Join the XR Motion meetup—Brooklyn’s premier gathering for enthusiasts, creators, and professionals in Motion Graphics, 3D, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Connect with a vibrant community, stay ahead of industry trends, and explore the latest innovations in immersive and interactive technology.
March 26th - 29th
PAX East
PAX East is a celebration of gaming and gaming culture featuring thought-provoking panels, a massive expo hall filled with the best publishers and studios, new game demos, musical performances, tournaments, and a community experience unlike any other. No matter your preferred genre or platform, if you love games, welcome home.
Event Has Passed
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Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center|
Boston, MA|
$75 - $250|
Official Event PageMarch 18th
3DNY Meetup
3D New York is aimed at professionals and students working in 3D from New York's architectural, advertising, visual effects, gaming, animation, XR, and interactive industries. We meet bi-monthly to hear from industry leaders, network, and to discuss ideas, jobs, tech, and projects in a friendly and relaxed setting.
March 9th - 13th
GDC Festival of Gaming
Rooted in decades of legacy, GDC has set the global standard for technical excellence, creative innovation, and the connections that drive the industry forward. The Festival of Gaming expands that legacy. Across five days, every discipline, every role, and every stage of the game-making lifecycle is on one program – from design and code to publishing, marketing, and investment.
March 4th
3D London Meetup
3D London - An 'in the real world' reflection of the wider London/UK 3D/CGI/VFX/Archviz content creation community and the adoption of a multitude of digital crafting tools. We are unbiased towards the artists' tools of the trade and independent from brand influence.
February 26th
XR Motion Meetup
Join the XR Motion meetup—Brooklyn’s premier gathering for enthusiasts, creators, and professionals in Motion Graphics, 3D, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Connect with a vibrant community, stay ahead of industry trends, and explore the latest innovations in immersive and interactive technology.
February 21st
CTAF Animation Festival
The Crazy Talented Asians & Friends (CTAF) Animation Festival is a community-led program series based in New York, dedicated to showcasing animated works and motion design by Asian, Asian American, and allied artists. Held at Flushing Town Hall, it features screenings of selected short films, panel discussions, and a mixer for industry networking.
February 12th - 13th
RENDR Festival
RENDR Festival is a premier two-day evening event in Belfast exploring the intersection of creativity and technology across film, gaming, animation, and immersive arts. Held at Portview Mill & Banana Block, it features 30+ international speakers, digital art, and interactive demos, aiming to inspire creatives through a "Blade Runner" style experience.
January 29th
XR Motion Meetup
Join the XR Motion meetup—Brooklyn’s premier gathering for enthusiasts, creators, and professionals in Motion Graphics, 3D, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Connect with a vibrant community, stay ahead of industry trends, and explore the latest innovations in immersive and interactive technology.
January 21st
3DNY Meetup
3D New York is aimed at professionals and students working in 3D from New York's architectural, advertising, visual effects, gaming, animation, XR, and interactive industries. We meet bi-monthly to hear from industry leaders, network, and to discuss ideas, jobs, tech, and projects in a friendly and relaxed setting.
January 6th - 9th
CES 2026
As the world’s most powerful technology gathering, CES 2026 proved that the future isn't just digital-it's physical. Returning to a fully renovated Las Vegas Convention Center, this year’s event centered on the theme of Physical AI, moving beyond chatbots to showcase systems that act, orchestrate, and execute in the real world.












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