credTen: Top Women's Events in 2025 & 2026

 

As Women’s History Month wraps up, we want to keep the momentum going by highlighting some of the top women-focused events happening throughout 2025 and already looking ahead to 2026. These conferences bring together leaders, innovators, and changemakers across industries to celebrate progress, tackle challenges, and empower women in business, technology, health, and beyond. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, networking  opportunities, or actionable insights, these events are worth adding to your calendar.

Women in Power Conference
April 10-12 | Cambridge, MA
The Women in Power Conference aims to spotlight women leading efforts to address some of the most pressing challenges of 2025. The event will feature keynote addresses, workshops, and networking sessions designed to inspire and empower attendees. With confirmed speakers including Olympians, CEOs, and more, it’s sure to be an enriching experience.
Tickets: $25-$50

Tech Up for Women NYC Conference
May 6 | New York, NY
Tech Up for Women aims to empower women across all industries by enhancing their technological knowledge. The conference features dynamic keynote speakers, intimate fireside chats, inclusive panels, and technical skill-building sessions, providing attendees with insights into leading-edge technologies and opportunities to foster innovation. The event also includes a Recruitment Fair, Expo, and Networking Reception, offering connection with industry leaders and new career avenues.
Tickets: $150 – $3,000 

FT Women in Business Summit
June 17 | New York, NY + Virtual
This flagship event by the Financial Times will convene senior executives from various sectors for thought-provoking keynotes, lively debates, and powerful discussions. The summit aims to explore effective policies, strategies, and initiatives to close the gender gap and enhance female representation in top leadership positions. Attendees will gain insights into developing leadership skills, shaping future workforces, and fostering inclusive company cultures. ​Malala Yousafzai, Founders and CEOs, and more powerful women leaders are set to take the stage.
Tickets: $249-$969

Forbes Power Women’s Summit
September 10 | New York, NY + Virtual
The Forbes Power Women’s Summit convenes influential women leaders, entrepreneurs, and executives to discuss leadership, innovation, and the future of business. The event features keynote speeches, panels, and networking opportunities, and attendees can anticipate engaging sessions with prominent speakers from across the tech and media landscape.
Tickets: Tbd

AWBC Leadership Conference
September 22-24, tbd
Hosted by the Association of Women's Business Centers, this conference is designed to inspire, educate, and empower women entrepreneurs. Attendees can expect to forge connections, learn from industry leaders, and strengthen their support networks.
Tickets: $494-$1049

The Information’s WTF Summit
October tbd | Yountville, CA 
Going into its 7th year, The Information founder & Editor-in-Chief Jessica Lessin hosts The WTF Summit (Women in Tech, Media and Finance) to inspire and connect the next generation of ambitious leaders. Intimate networking and action-packed interviews, panels, breakouts, mentor sessions, and more are always on the agenda each year. With past speakers including the Co-founder of Anthropic, c-suite leaders from organizations like AirBnB and Google, as well as leading venture capitalists, this year’s event is sure to be another top tier gathering of women across the tech, media, and finance ecosystem.
Tickets: Tbd 


Grace Hopper Celebration
November 4-7 | Chicago, IL
With more than 30,000 annual attendees, Grace Hopper Celebration is the largest global tech event for women. Each year, GHC aims to bring together and inspire attendees by celebrating their achievements and providing opportunities to learn about new methods, tools, and applications to further their expertise and modernize society. The event also features a pitch competition, networking opportunities, and other special events. 
Tickets: tbd

California Conference for Women
February TBD | San Jose, CA
The California Conference for Women is a premier event dedicated to empowering women through professional development and personal growth. This conference brings together influential speakers and experts to lead workshops and sessions on leadership, wellness, work-life balance, and more.​ 2025 speakers included Simone Biles, Jane Fonda, as well as award-winning journalists.
Tickets: tbd

Women of Power Summit 
March TBD | Las Vegas, NV
The Women of Power Summit, organized by BLACK ENTERPRISE, has been a premier professional development event for executive women of color since 2006. The summit has provided unparalleled opportunities for inspiration, connection, and empowerment. Aiming to help attendees reflect on their careers and strategize their professional futures, participants can engage in a variety of activities, including intimate roundtable discussions, one-on-one coaching sessions, business coaching, and more.
Tickets: tbd

Simmons Leadership Conference
March 20 | Boston, MA
Established in 1978 as America's first women's business conference, the Simmons Leadership Conference is a premier event dedicated to empowering women leaders. This one-day conference brings together thousands of professional leaders from around the globe to engage in inspiring keynote sessions, skill-building workshops, and networking opportunities. 2025 speakers included innovative CEOs, founders, and other c-suite executives from exciting brands like Cisco, CVS, Dell, and more.
Tickets: $349-$1299

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*Note: All event dates, formats, and prices are current as of March 2025.