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Top 11 SaaS events you should know about in 2026

Updated on December 22, 2025 4 minutes read

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The 2026 calendar is stacked with high-impact SaaS events that promise deep insights, serious networking, and a clear view of what’s next in software.

Whether you’re scaling a startup, leading a global product team, or seeking growth capital, these conferences deliver opportunities to connect, learn, and lead. Below is a curated list of the top SaaS events to attend this year, organized in chronological order.

Best SaaS events in 2026

1. Product-led Summit Washington

When: January 28, 2026

Where: Convene Hamilton Square, Washington, D.C.

This summit brings together global product leaders to explore strategies for building, scaling, and optimizing product-led growth. With a focus on AI-native frameworks, experimentation, and PLG roadmaps, this is the go-to event for product professionals.

Key highlights:

  • Enterprise PLG strategies and AI-native product building
  • Tactical sessions on cross-functional alignment and experimentation
  • Speakers from Citi, Oracle, Amazon, Intel, Mastercard, and more

Get your ticket to Product-Led Summit in Washington.

2. Product-Led Summit Austin

When: February 24–25, 2026

Where: Hilton Austin, Texas

This two-day event explores how to turn product into your primary growth engine. Learn how AI is reshaping PLG, connect with senior product leaders, and walk away with a blueprint for sustainable growth.

Key highlights:

  • AI-native PLG frameworks and product experimentation tactics
  • High-level sessions led by product execs from PayPal, Nvidia, Flexera, and Visa
  • 30+ speakers, 120+ attendees, and a global product-led community

Get your ticket to Product-Led Summit in Austin.

3. SXSW

When: March 12–18, 2026

Where: Austin

SXSW 2026 blends tech, film, music, and innovation, offering a massive platform for SaaS and AI-driven businesses to gain visibility, forge partnerships, and explore emerging trends. While not SaaS-specific, the Innovation badge and networking tracks are rich in B2B insights.

Key highlights:

  • Festival with access to Innovation, Film & TV, Music, and AI experiences
  • Dedicated tracks for emerging tech, startup expos, and thought leadership
  • Structured networking, investor presence, and global brand attention

Read more about the SXSW summit.

4. SaaStock USA

When: April 15–16, 2026

Where: Palmer Events Center, Austin, TX

A flagship SaaS event combining AI and B2B software. SaaStock USA emphasizes meetings that generate pipeline and partnerships. Structured networking and AI-matched intros make it ideal for deal-making.

Key highlights:

  • 2,000+ SaaS leaders, VCs, and executives
  • Keynotes from founders of Fireflies AI, Paid, You.com, and Founderpath
  • Curated meetings, VC networking, and investor access

Grab your tickets for SaaStock USA.

5. SaaSiest

When: May 5–6, 2026

Where: Slagthuset, Malmö, Sweden

Europe’s largest community-driven B2B SaaS event returns with over 1,000 founders, execs, and VCs. SaaSiest delivers two full days of tactical insights and real-world case studies across go-to-market, pricing, and leadership.

Key highlights:

  • 50+ speakers from companies like LinkedIn, Queue-it, GetAccept, and Cognism
  • CEO-only sessions, deal rooms, and VC matchmaking
  • Workshops, templates, and 1:1 networking

Check out more details about SaaSiest.

6. SaaStr Annual

When: May 12–14, 2026

Where: San Francisco Bay Area

With 10,000+ attendees, SaaStr Annual remains the largest global event for SaaS and Cloud founders. The 2026 edition expands with the SaaStr AI Summit, CCO Day, and CRO Poker Night, all offering deep tactical content and elite networking.

Key highlights:

  • 300+ speakers, 150+ workshops, and 2,000+ networking sessions
  • Dedicated summits for AI, revenue leaders, customer success, and marketing
  • Meet top-tier VCs, pitch investors, and scale with less stress

Get your tickets from SaaStr Annual event.

7. SaaSummit

When: September 23, 2026

Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands

This one-day, curated event connects SaaS founders and execs from the Benelux region with investors, experts, and peers. It’s designed for high-impact learning and targeted matchmaking.

Key highlights:

  • Manual ticket curation for optimal attendee quality
  • Founder-only networking, investor matchmaking, and topic-driven workshops
  • Speakers from CM.com, Detail, Winning by Design, and more

Check out more details about SaaSumit 2026.

8. ARRtist Summit

When: October 8, 2026

Where: Von Greifswald, Berlin

An invite-only event for B2B software and AI founders, this summit focuses on funding, GTM strategies, and scaling ARR. Attendees include 125+ investors and 500 curated operators.

Key highlights:

  • 4 content tracks: GTM, Product & Tech, Funding, and Org Design
  • Speakers from ChartMogul, SAP, Parloa, and orderbird
  • Strong emphasis on peer learning and investor access

Get your tickets for ARRtist event in 2026.

9. SaaStock Europe

When: October 13–14, 2026

Where: Royal Dublin Society, Dublin

Positioned as the AI x ARR event for Europe, SaaStock Europe guarantees high-intent meetings with founders, operators, and investors. It blends top-tier SaaS content with structured networking.

Key highlights:

  • 10+ curated meetings per attendee
  • Speakers from PolyAI, Wiz, The New York Times, and more
  • Energy-packed networking with global SaaS players

Read more about SaaStock Europe.

10. WebSummit

When: November 9–12, 2026

Where: Lisbon, Portugal

One of the world’s largest tech conferences, Web Summit returns with top names across SaaS, AI, media, and tech. With more than 70,000 attendees, this is the ultimate global stage for visibility and innovation.

Key highlights:

  • Speakers from Meta, Qualcomm, Apple, The New York Times, and Runway
  • Dedicated SaaS track, startup village, and investor lounges
  • World-class networking, night events, and global press presence

Get your ticket for WebSummit 2026.

11. SaaS Connect

When & Where: Date & Location TBA

Focused on meaningful peer-to-peer networking, saas.connect brings together SaaS founders and leaders who prioritize sustainable growth, profitability, and long-term value over short-term wins.

Key highlights:

  • High-quality founder networking with a curated guest list
  • Knowledge-sharing from SaaS growth experts and operators
  • Community-centered conversations in a trusted environment

Stay tuned for more details about SaaS Connect 2026.

Join SaaS events in 2026

Whether you’re aiming to scale product, raise capital, improve GTM, or just stay on the edge of SaaS innovation, these events deliver. From community-focused summits to large-scale conferences, the 2026 SaaS calendar is packed with opportunities to expand your network, accelerate growth, and lead with confidence. Mark your calendar and plan ahead.

Nicoleta Niculescu

Written by Nicoleta Niculescu

Nicoleta Niculescu is the Content Marketing Specialist at Custify. With over 6 years of experience, she likes to write about innovative tech products and B2B marketing. Besides writing, Nicoleta enjoys painting and reading thrillers.

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