Event Map 2026: iGaming & Affiliate Conferences (Q2–Q3)

The iGaming and affiliate market in 2026 is becoming more complex and demanding.

Platform rules are changing, traffic costs are rising, regulation is tightening — and along with that, the logic of partnerships between affiliate teams and iGaming operators is shifting.

In these conditions, conferences are no longer about “being present”.

They are about access to the market: operators, advertisers, affiliate teams and technology partners.

We’ve compiled a list of key iGaming events 2026 and affiliate conferences Q2–Q3 worth keeping in your plan if your focus is scaling traffic, building partnerships and working with operators.

Conversion Conf Warsaw 2026

April 1–2, 2026, Warsaw, Poland

Conversion Conf is one of the most notable affiliate events in the CEE region.

It’s positioned as a multi-vertical affiliate & performance marketing conference with 3,500+ attendees, 50+ speakers and 100+ brands.

For teams working in media buying, affiliate and performance, it’s a strong entry point into the Central and Eastern European market.

Why watch it: you can easily meet affiliate teams, ad networks, traffic partners and performance-focused services.

BiS SiGMA South America 2026

April 6–9, 2026, São Paulo, Brazil

BiS SiGMA South America is a key event for those looking towards LATAM.

In 2026, Brazil is highlighted as one of the fastest-growing markets due to new betting regulation. The summit focuses on operators, suppliers, affiliates, investors and innovators.

An important advantage is the full event ecosystem around it: official parties, SiGMA Awards, expo floor and networking formats — creating multiple entry points for connecting with local operators, advertisers and product teams.

Why watch it: if you’re targeting LATAM operators, local partners or want a deeper understanding of the Brazilian iGaming market — this is one of the strongest events of the season.

iGB L!VE London 2026

July 1–2, 2026, London, UK

iGB L!VE is one of the most recognized B2B events in iGaming and affiliate.

Alongside the conference, organizers highlight the iGB Affiliate Awards as an important part of the ecosystem.

For affiliate teams, it’s not just about networking — it’s direct access to operators, platforms, affiliate managers and partner programs working in Tier-1 markets.

Why watch it: this is one of the strongest European events if your focus is operator meetings, affiliate networking and B2B visibility.

Affiliate World Europe 2026

July 9–10, 2026, Budapest, Hungary

Affiliate World Europe is one of the most recognizable global affiliate brands.

The 2026 edition in Budapest gathers performance marketers, affiliate marketers, media buyers and ecommerce entrepreneurs, with 7,500+ attendees.

This event is less about operators and more about performance mindset, scaling, creatives and media buying strategies.

Why watch it: if your focus is affiliate teams, media buying, ad strategy and networking within the performance space — this is one of the most relevant events of the summer.

SBC Summit Lisbon 2026

Formally, SBC Summit takes place closer to the end of the year, but it’s still worth including in a Q2–Q3 event map as a must-plan event.

SBC positions itself as one of the most influential events in the global gambling industry, with a strong affiliate direction through Affiliate Leaders Awards and SBC Awards.

For iGaming operators, white-label platforms, affiliates and B2B teams, this is one of the key points where partnerships for upcoming quarters are formed.

Why keep it on your radar: if you work with iGaming operators, affiliates, white-label solutions and advertisers, this is an event worth planning in advance.

What matters in 2026

Conferences are no longer about the number of contacts. They’re about access to the right people.

Before attending, it’s worth answering a few key questions:

• are the right iGaming operators there
  
• will affiliate teams and media buyers attend
  
• can you connect with advertisers and product / tech teams
  
• are there additional formats: awards, side events, private meetings
  

These factors define the real value of an event.

Conclusion

A strong event map in 2026 is not just a list of dates.

It’s a planning tool:

• where to find operators
  
• where to meet advertisers
  
• where strong affiliate teams go
  
• which events actually drive partnerships — not just collect business cards

Looking at Q2–Q3, the core list is: Conversion Conf Warsaw, BiS SiGMA South America, iGB L!VE London, Affiliate World Europe — with SBC Summit as a key event to keep in your pipeline.

Results don’t come from events — they come from the decisions you make after them.