Upcoming AI in Education Events
Online and in-person AI in education events in the coming months: conferences, summits, webinars and meetups, each checked on the organiser's own site. Updated every day.
By Dan Fitzpatrick, teacher, AI education specialist and bestselling author. Last updated .
Upcoming AI in education events include the free online Global Education Innovation Summit on 28 October, Dan Fitzpatrick's free School Leaders AI Masterclass on 4 November, the AIxEd Workforce Summit in Boston on 10 November and Bett UK on 20 to 22 January 2027. New this week is the AI in EDU Summit at Bentley University on 2 April 2027.
Every date here was checked on the organiser's own website, events are listed soonest first and past events are removed each day. Costs and programmes change, so check the official page before you book. For the full-year calendar of major conferences, see our AI in education conferences guide.
28 Oct 2026: Global Education Innovation Summit (online)
· Rosedale International Education
A free live virtual summit, 8:00 to 10:45am EDT, with fireside chats and roundtables on AI in education, admissions and the move from school to university. It lists over 30 speakers and 40 university partners, offers a certificate of participation, and keeps sessions available for 30 days. For educators, parents and edtech leaders.
Why it matters for schools: A free, low-commitment way to hear global views on AI and the school to university pathway.
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2 Nov 2026: AI in P-12 Education Conference (in person, Purdue University, Indiana)
Purdue University's College of Education hosts its AI in P-12 Education Conference on 2 November 2026 at the Stewart Center in West Lafayette, Indiana, from 8.30am to 3.30pm Eastern time. The organiser lists more than 50 sessions on AI and curriculum, school AI policy, bias, privacy and research. Tickets are $90 before 16 October and $110 after.
Why it matters for schools: It is built for US teachers, administrators and school leaders who want practical sessions on classroom use and policy in a single day.
4 to 5 Nov 2026: EDUtech Asia (in person, Singapore)
EDUtech Asia 2026 runs on 4 and 5 November at Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore, with workshops on 3 November. This year's theme is AI that strengthens rather than replaces people, covering AI teaching assistants, personalised learning and responsible governance. The exhibition is free and the conference is paid. It is for teachers and school and university leaders across Asia.
Why it matters for schools: International schools in the region can compare approaches to AI governance with peers and see many vendors in one place.
4 Nov 2026: School Leaders AI Masterclass (online)
Dan Fitzpatrick runs this free 40-minute live masterclass online on Wednesday 4 November 2026 at 4pm UK time (11am US Eastern). It sets out a four-step method for leading AI across a school: scope, shape, influence and align. It is for school leaders in the UK and US, and registration is required.
Why it matters for schools: Most staff already use AI but few schools have a plan everyone understands, so leaders need a simple way to set direction without becoming AI experts.
7 Nov 2026: AI for Education Summit (online)
AI for Education's free online summit runs on Saturday 7 November from 10am to 3pm Eastern Time, with recordings sent to registrants the same day. Sessions focus on AI literacy, including the organiser's SEE Framework and how to evaluate generative AI tools used in schools. It is designed for teachers, school leaders and students.
Why it matters for schools: It is a no-cost way to give staff structured AI literacy training, and the recordings make it usable for teams who cannot attend live.
10 to 12 Nov 2026: GESS Dubai (in person, Dubai)
GESS Dubai runs from 10 to 12 November at Dubai World Trade Centre, with a free pass and free CPD sessions. The organiser expects more than 7,500 educators, edtech leaders and suppliers, and its EdTech in Action programme looks at how AI and immersive technology are changing education.
Why it matters for schools: For schools in the Middle East it is a free way to combine CPD with seeing AI products and asking suppliers hard questions in person.
10 Nov 2026: AIxEd Workforce Summit (in person, Boston University, Massachusetts)
· AIxEd, Boston University
A one-day in-person summit on 10 November 2026 at Metcalf Hall, George Sherman Union, Boston University, with keynotes, panels and lightning talks on AI and the workforce. Tickets are 350 US dollars and the organisers expect about 300 attendees. A separate invite-only Strategy Collaborative runs the day before. For K-12 and university leaders, edtech founders, policymakers and workforce trainers.
Why it matters for schools: Useful for leaders thinking about how AI is changing the skills students need after school and university.
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12 to 13 Nov 2026: AI and the Future of Education Conference (online)
American Public University System hosts this free online conference on 12 and 13 November, open to the public. It focuses on the role of AI in postsecondary education and is aimed at educators and scholars working in colleges and universities.
Why it matters for schools: Further and higher education staff can join from anywhere at no cost, which makes it a practical option for teams without a travel budget.
13 to 14 Nov 2026: AI in K-12 Education Conference (in person, Cambridge, Massachusetts)
· International School of Boston
The second edition at the International School of Boston runs for two days on responsible AI use in schools, with keynotes, workshops and panels on assessment, critical thinking, wellbeing, pedagogy and leadership. Cost is not stated. For educators, school leaders and researchers.
Why it matters for schools: A practical, ethics-minded K-12 event for school leaders in the north-east US.
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16 to 18 Nov 2026: AI for Education Conference, AIFE 2026 (in person, Singapore)
The National Institute of Education at Nanyang Technological University hosts AIFE 2026 from 16 to 18 November on its Singapore campus. The programme includes keynotes, paper sessions, workshops and a trade show on AI across schools, higher education and lifelong learning. It is aimed at researchers, practitioners, policymakers and industry, and no price is shown on the event page.
Why it matters for schools: It puts teacher educators and researchers alongside practitioners, which suits anyone who wants evidence rather than sales pitches.
16 to 19 Nov 2026: OLC Accelerate (in person, Orlando)
The Online Learning Consortium's Accelerate conference runs from 16 to 19 November at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Florida. It includes an AI Exploration Zone on generative AI in teaching, learning and the workforce. It is for instructional designers, educators and leaders in schools, universities and corporate training.
Why it matters for schools: Online and blended learning teams can see how peers are redesigning courses and assessment around AI.
18 to 19 Nov 2026: Schools & Academies Show (in person, Birmingham)
The Schools & Academies Show comes to Hall 1 at the NEC in Birmingham on 18 and 19 November. The organiser expects around 4,000 senior leaders from schools and trusts, including heads, governors, business managers and SENCOs. AI features within its edtech and digital transformation sessions rather than as a dedicated track.
Why it matters for schools: It is a good place for school and trust leaders in England to connect AI decisions with funding, staffing and digital strategy.
19 Nov 2026: AI in Education Conference South Australia (in person, Crowne Plaza Adelaide)
· Informa Connect Australia
A one-day event of talks, panels and case studies on how AI is changing teaching and learning, from smarter classrooms to personalised learning. Cost is not stated and the early bird closed on 30 September 2026. For educators, researchers and policymakers in South Australia.
Why it matters for schools: South Australian teachers and policy staff can hear local case studies in a single day.
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25 to 26 Nov 2026: UNU Macau AI Conference (in person, Macau)
United Nations University's institute in Macau holds its AI Conference 2026 on 25 and 26 November in Macau SAR, China, on AI and education, covering both AI for learning and learning about AI. It brings together policymakers, education leaders, researchers and young innovators, with a youth competition and workshops. No price is shown on the event page.
Why it matters for schools: It gives a global policy view, useful for system leaders tracking how governments and the UN are framing AI in education.
27 to 29 Nov 2026: LIET2026 conference on AI and teacher development (in person, Hong Kong)
The Learning Innovations and Emerging Technologies Conference, LIET2026, runs from 27 to 29 November 2026 at the Education University of Hong Kong, with a pre-conference workshop on 27 November. Organised with SEAMEO and UNESCO partners, its theme is AI for teacher professional development. No price is shown on the conference page.
Why it matters for schools: It suits researchers, policy makers, school leaders and teacher educators interested in how AI can support professional learning for staff.
1 Dec 2026: 2026 AI in Education Conference (online)
Magna Publications' virtual conference on teaching and learning with AI tools, best practice and ethics. The organiser's page lists access from 1 December 2026 to 2 March 2027 and describes a two-day virtual event, without naming the session days. Online, with an on-demand option. Prices start at 449 US dollars for one person, with group rates and a regular rate from 20 November.
Why it matters for schools: A paid, online option for staff who cannot travel, with recordings to watch later. Aimed at educators and those who support teaching; check the organiser's page for session days before booking.
2 to 4 Dec 2026: OEB Global (in person, Berlin)
OEB Global 2026 runs from 2 to 4 December in Berlin. This year's theme is sovereign learning, looking at trust, agency and how AI is reshaping education, and which human capabilities need deliberate attention. Tickets are paid. It draws educators, researchers, policymakers and edtech teams from across sectors.
Why it matters for schools: It is strongest for higher education, further education and workplace learning leaders who want an international, cross-sector view.
7 Dec 2026: Hour of AI (in class, free)
Hour of AI offers free one-hour AI literacy activities that teachers can run in class during Computer Science Education Week, starting on 7 December, plus free webinars and a classroom toolkit. It is for pupils of all ages. The Hour of AI site gives the window as 7 to 11 December, while the CS Education Week site gives 7 to 13 December.
Why it matters for schools: It is a low-effort way to give every class a first structured lesson on how AI works, with no cost and no specialist knowledge needed.
14 to 15 Jan 2027: Hi, AI! conference (online)
Learning Technology Center of Illinois runs its online Hi, AI! conference on 14 and 15 January 2027. Tickets cost $65, rising to $75 after 18 November, and include 12 hours of professional development. Sessions cover personalisation, admin automation, AI policy and safe, ethical use, for K-12 teachers, leaders, technology coaches and librarians.
Why it matters for schools: It offers a large block of AI-focused professional development at low cost and without travel.
20 to 22 Jan 2027: Bett UK 2027 (in person, London ExCeL)
· Bett UK
Bett UK 2027 runs from 20 to 22 January 2027 at ExCeL London, across nine theatres. The organiser says educators can attend free and registration is through its visitor ticket page. A dedicated AI programme is not described on the main page, so check the agenda for individual sessions.
Who it is for: Teachers, school leaders and edtech teams who want the biggest UK education technology show, including AI sessions and exhibitors.
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26 to 29 Jan 2027: FETC 2027 (in person, Orlando)
· FETC
The Future of Education Technology Conference runs from 26 to 29 January 2027 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, with an expo, featured speakers, tracks, intensives and leadership summits. The organiser says speakers will address AI, workforce readiness, student engagement and leadership. Group discounts and a free expo pass for qualified education professionals are listed; other prices are on the organiser's site.
Why it matters for schools: A large US gathering for district technology leaders where AI strategy is a stated theme, useful for those planning how to buy and govern AI tools.
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9 Feb 2027: AI in Tertiary Education ANZ Symposium 2027 (hybrid, RMIT Melbourne and online)
· RMIT University
Now in its fourth year, this free symposium invites practitioners to share what they are trying with AI in teaching and what students experience. Registration is required and in-person places are limited. For higher education and VET educators, learning designers and academic leaders.
Why it matters for schools: Grounded practice rather than hype, at no cost, for university and vocational staff.
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24 to 27 Feb 2027: Innovative Schools Summit New York (in person, New York Marriott Marquis)
· AccuTrain
Six co-located conferences, including an AI and Tech for Schools Forum, with pre-conference sessions on 24 and 25 February. Tickets start at 550 USD for the summit only, with early bird pricing to 31 October. For teachers, principals, administrators and special education staff.
Why it matters for schools: Classroom and school staff can pair AI sessions with wider school improvement topics.
Topics: ai in education events, new york education conference, ai tech for schools, school leadership, professional development
26 to 28 Feb 2027: WORLDAIEDU, World Conference on AI in Education (hybrid, London and online)
· WORLDAIEDU organisers
A new hybrid conference for sharing research and practice on AI in learning, with oral, poster, virtual and keynote formats. Attendees without a paper can register as listeners, and proceedings offer ISSN and DOI publication. Cost is not stated. For researchers, educators and policy professionals.
Why it matters for schools: Researchers wanting to publish or network internationally on AI in education have a new venue.
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13 to 16 Mar 2027: SXSW EDU 2027 (in person, Austin, Texas)
· SXSW EDU
A four-day festival of sessions, workshops, an expo and networking on the future of education, with an audience of over 11,000. A badge costs 595 USD, with a discount for booking by 29 October. For educators, edtech builders, higher education and policy professionals.
Why it matters for schools: Useful for edtech and school leaders wanting a broad view of where policy and products are heading.
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16 to 17 Mar 2027: AI in Higher Education Summit 2027 (in person, ESCP Campus Champerret, Paris)
· ESCP Business School
A two-day summit on how universities should change in an AI world across teaching, research and administration, aiming to produce an executive report and a European community of practice. Cost is not stated and pre-registration is open. For faculty, researchers, leaders and policymakers.
Why it matters for schools: University leaders in Europe shaping institutional AI policy can compare approaches.
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2 Apr 2027: AI in EDU Summit 2027 (in person, Bentley University, Massachusetts)
· EdTechTeacher
The fourth annual one-day in-person AI in EDU Summit on 2 April 2027 at Bentley University, with keynotes, hands-on learning and 24 sessions across four time slots. Cost is not stated and tickets are sold through Eventbrite. For educators, researchers and edtech professionals, including people new to AI and school or district leaders developing an approach.
Why it matters for schools: A practical, teacher-led day for staff who want hands-on sessions as well as strategy.
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Frequently asked questions
Are there free AI in education events for teachers?
Yes. Free online masterclasses and summits run through the year, and several large shows, such as Bett UK and GESS Dubai, are free for educators to attend in person. Costs are given for each event where the organiser states them.
Are there online AI in education events I can join from anywhere?
Yes. Online events are marked in each heading, and many share recordings with people who register, which helps if a session clashes with teaching.
How do you check event dates?
Every event is checked on the organiser's own website before it is listed, and past events are removed each day. Always confirm details on the official page before booking.
Are there free AI in education events?
Yes. Many organisers run free online summits, webinars and masterclasses, and some conferences offer free or discounted places to teachers. Each entry says the format and the cost where the organiser states it.
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