Today, keeping a finger on the pulse of an ever-changing industry of mobile app development can be challenging, yet necessary to gain a competitive edge in the market. One good way to stay abreast of the tech advancements is by attending a conference dedicated to the mobile app development world. At mobile conferences, you can attend panels, keynotes, and workshops to learn the latest trends and best practices and gain practical experience.
With so many mobile app conferences to choose from, which ones are worth your time? To help you choose, we have compiled a list of the top mobile app conferences for startups, app developers, mobile app marketers, and other tech professionals.
January
iOS Conf SG
When: January 21 – 23, 2026
Where: Singapore
Price: from S$199.00 for a Super Early Bird Conference Pass, S$299.00 for a Super Early Bird All-In Pass
Dubbed "the grand gathering of Apple developers in Asia," iOS Conf SG is a blend of workshops and conferences where experts explore the capabilities of Swift in the modern world. Workshops allow attendees to learn about lesser-known iOS app vulnerabilities and explore multi-platform development opportunities with SwiftUI.
Three days of the conference also include learning valuable insights and best Swift practices from Netflix, American Express, Salesforce, and other major companies.
February
DeveloperWeek
When: February 18 – 20, 2026
Where: San Jose, USA
Price: from $845.00 for a Pro pass
DeveloperWeek is a significant event for everyone involved in software development, including tech companies, talents, visionaries, and investors. Thousands of attendees will spend three days participating in workshops, conferences, and an expo. At the same time, this event will be the final stage of the challenge-driven hackathon, where talents of all kinds demo what they are capable of.
Conference attendees will learn meaningful insights from experts on technologies like VR, artificial intelligence, blockchain, IoT, microservices, and more.
March
Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona
When: March 2 – 5, 2026
Where: Barcelona, Spain
Price: To be announced
In 2025, MWC Barcelona gathered over 2,900 exhibitors and 109,000 attendees from 205 countries and territories to share their insights during keynote sessions and spark hot discussions on top tech trends. This year, MWC is again shaping up to be the place to connect high-profile speakers, tech enthusiasts, and industry leaders.
At this event, you can glean insights from Honor, Snowflake, CSG, and other thought leaders. What will they be talking about? The agenda will revolve around six themes, including intelligent infrastructure, Connect AI, and other trending topics in spheres ranging from healthcare to automotive.
AppWorld (F5)
When: March 10 – 12, 2026
Where: Las Vegas, USA
Price: from $499.00 for Appworld, $899.00 for AppWorld + F5 Academy
F5's flagship app and API security conference, AppWorld, includes 60+ sessions designed to inspire and empower attendees to change the status quo at their organizations. The conference brings together industry leaders, security experts, and developers to share insights, best practices, and innovative solutions.
In April-June 2026, F5's AppWorld will also come to key global cities, including Riyadh, Berlin, London, Paris, India, and Singapore.
Appdevcon
When: March 10 – 13, 2026
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Price: from €250.00 for a Workshop Day Only ticket, €430.00 for a Two-day Conference ticket
With over 800 attendees, Appdevcon is a prominent event in the mobile app development world. Made by app developers for app developers, the event is packed with subject-based sessions on virtually all kinds of platforms — from Android and iOS to Windows and TV.
Attendees, who are mainly from the European app industry, can showcase their apps, connect with professionals, listen to 63 speakers, and participate in 78 sessions and workshops.
DecompileD Conference
When: March 12, 2026
Where: Dresden, Germany
Price: from €248.71 for a Regular ticket (early bird), €1,244.74 for a Business Package (early bird)
Made by developers for developers, DecompileD aims to create a knowledge-sharing platform where mobile app developers collaborate to find solutions and come up with innovative ideas.
On March 12, representatives from start-ups, small and medium-sized enterprises, research institutes, and global corporations will meet to discuss advancements in mobile, cloud, big data, analytics, and gen AI, with a focus on current challenges, solutions, and products in software development.
The fun continues after the conference — attendees can join the DecompileD After Work Party for some quality time with like-minded developers, speakers, sponsors, partners, and potential customers.
April
AndroidMakers
When: April 9 – 10, 2026
Where: Paris, France
Price: From €89.00 for a Student ticket, €299.00 for a Regular ticket
AndroidMakers by droidcon is a premier Android developer-focused event brought to the world by droidcon. Over 900 Android developers, 70 sessions and workshops, and 90 speakers await you at the event — along with a breeding ground for new ideas, high-value professional connections, and hands-on learning. At AndroidMakers, there will be a genuine Android-centered atmosphere to inspire you and boost your Android expertise.
Deep Dish Swift
When: April 12 – 14, 2026
Where: Chicago, USA
Price: from $659.00
Deep Dish Swift is a leading Swift developer event for mobile developers with different backgrounds and varying experience levels. The event will kick off with a half-day of talks centered around indie development and continue with a track focused on Swift and iOS development. Attendees will listen to 14 talented self-made indie developers and Swift developers from famous brands.
May
Devoxx UK
When: May 6 – 7, 2026
Where: London, UK
Price: from £479.00 for a Super‑early Bird ticket, £649.00 for a Standard ticket
At Devoxx UK, you can gain unique insights on mobile app development, delivered fresh by 100+ speakers over 100 sessions. From cutting-edge AI and cloud to developments in Java and other programming languages, the event will put the latest mobile trends on a sharp display. You can also expect guest performances, evening social events, and secret treats.
DevDays Europe
When: May 19, 2026 (Workshops), May 20 – 22, 2026 (Conference)
Where: Vilnius, Lithuania
Price: from €400.00 for a 1-day Onsite Workshop ticket
The 8th edition of DevDays brings together over 100 A-list speakers and 700+ attending developers to discuss emerging technologies and best practices in the software development industry beyond hype and platform. Developers can participate in 8+ workshops to gain hands-on skills with the latest tools and techniques.
In 2026, by buying one ticket to DevDays, you unlock exclusive access to all sessions and engaging interactions of DevOps Pro and CyberWiseCon conferences.
MAU Vegas
When: May 19 - 21, 2026
Where: Las Vegas, USA
Price: To be announced
MAU Vegas is a must-attend event for user acquisition specialists, growth marketers, mobile app developers, and everyone who's interested in growing their mobile app user base. Over 2,500+ community participants from across the globe will come to listen to 100+ of the best minds in mobile marketing on four stages. Sega, Meta, Microsoft, and other giants will share scaling tactics, counterintuitive mobile app growth tactics, and other insider tips with the audience.
June
mDevCamp 2026
When: June 3 – 4, 2026
Where: Prague, Czech Republic
Price: To be announced
The 12th edition of mDevCamp, an international mobile development conference, invites mobile developers, tech leads, and engineers to geek out with fellow professionals and hash out recent technologies and real-world mobile dev challenges. Attendees can expect top-notch speakers, detailed tech breakdowns across three stages, and hands-on workshops. Thanks to its festival-like atmosphere, this peer-learning event feels less like a standard conference and more like a vibrant dev community gathering.
Devoxx Poland
When: June 17 – 19, 2026
Where: Krakow, Poland
Price: from €461.25 for Conference-only
Billed as the largest Java conference in Poland and part of the Devoxx event family, Devoxx Poland gathers 2,700 Devoxxians from different countries — including 100+ speakers and another 600,000 developers who enjoy the presentations online — to network, hack, learn, and get inspired. The event offers 10 tracks that cover a wide range of topics, from big data and AI to security and user experience. There's something for everyone, whether you're a senior mobile app developer or just starting out.
DWX Developer Week
When: June 29 – July 2, 2026
Where: Mannheim, Germany
Price: from €580.00 for a 1-Day Conference ticket
Developer Week is one of the largest developer conferences in Europe, attracting everyone from C-level executives to developers. With 170 lectures led by 150 speakers and 2,500 visitors, the conference provides a concentration of talent and knowledge convened in one place.
The topic lineup is focused on AI, cloud, web, and .NET technologies, but is not limited to them. Developer Week also offers a vibrant program of workshops and sessions, which makes it a great place for developers to learn new skills and connect with fellow experts.
July
WeAreDevelopers World Congress (Europe)
When: July 8 – 10, 2026
Where: Berlin, Germany
Price: from €129.00 for a Student pass, €249.00 for a Startup pass
WeAreDevelopers World Congress is a global event dedicated to the latest development initiatives and future trends. Over 15,000 attendees will gather in Berlin, Germany, to discuss the latest UX technologies and soak up the insights presented by over 500 speakers. The list of speakers is usually star-studded, including top-notch experts from GitHub, Stack Overflow, Microsoft, and other tech rockstars.
September
WeAreDevelopers World Congress (North America)
When: September 23 – 25, 2026
Where: San Jose, USA
Price: from $499.00
The North American edition of WeAreDevelopers World Congress will draw a diverse community of 10,000+ developers, 4,000+ companies, and 2,000 decision-makers to share insights on every stage of AI-powered software and product development. Featuring over 500 speakers, hands-on workshops, live demos, and a major expo floor, the event is slated to become one of the most comprehensive meetups for mobile developers in 2026.
October
next.app devcon
When: October 7 – 9, 2026
Where: Berlin, Germany
Price: from €169.00 for a Student ticket, €399.00 for a Regular ticket
next.app devcon is a one-of-its-kind mobile app development conference that brings together six major mobile ecosystems, including droidCon, flutterCon, swiftCon, reactCon, XR&GamesCon, and AI devCon. By buying one ticket, attendees get access to tracks across Android, iOS, Flutter, React Native, XR, and AI dev.
As for event numbers, next.app devcon is expected to host 6000 developers, 350 world-class speakers, and 21 stages for workshops, talks, and roundtables. Dubbed a leadership summit, the event also allows attendees to rub shoulders with top engineers, tech leads, and architects.
December
droidcon London
When: December 10 – 11, 2026
Where: London, UK
Price: To be announced
droidcon London is your chance to attend exclusive workshops, listen to keynote speakers, and mingle with over 1,500+ Android devs. Attendees will dive into 90+ tech talks and six tracks on Android development. This conference is a great chance to develop connections with other passionate Android developers and perfect your skills in the field.
Summing up
As the mobile landscape is experiencing fundamental shifts, mobile app development conferences remain a crucial source of information for developers and a forum to network with peers. These events offer a unique opportunity to learn about the latest iOS and Android development trends, look behind the scenes of high-performing companies, and socialize with experts and fellow developers. So, mark your calendar and make room in your schedule to pitch up at one of these top mobile development conferences and stay ahead of the curve.