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UX Design Conferences You Can’t Miss in 2025

by Mads Soegaard | | 17 min read
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Whether you're a beginner taking your first steps or an established professional looking to stay on top of your game, UX design conferences are invaluable for learning and networking. They offer a chance to delve deeper into various disciplines—from User Research to UX Design Leadership—providing critical insights and new developments.

In 2024, the Interaction Design Foundation (IxDF) partnered with several conferences to aid in our mission to lower the cost of design education worldwide. Conferences included SmashingConf, DDX Munich and Dubai, WomenTech Global Conference, and Push UX.

For 2025, we've curated a global list of our favorite UX design conferences. Conferences offer access to industry leaders, networking opportunities, and knowledge that can take your UX design journey to new heights. Prepare to mark your calendars!

(Are we missing an amazing UX design conference from our list? Let us know at hello@interaction-design.org.)

February

UX Now | 7-8 February | New Delhi, India

“Designers, dreamers, and doers-UxNow 2025 is calling your name! This year, we're not just celebrating creativity; we're celebrating what makes you, well, you! From offbeat ideas to out-of-this-world concepts, we know that when we bring our unique quirks together, we can create something truly extraordinary. Let's embrace our diversity, join forces, and design like never before. The future of UX is bright-and it's stronger, quirkier, and more vibrant with you in it!”

Ideal for: All UX and design enthusiasts, from beginners to professionals.

Price: From INR 5000 + tax.

Register for UX Now 2025.

Speaker highlights:

  • Sandeep Karmarkar, Senior Manager of Product Design at Uber

  • Karthi Subbaraman, Design Leadership at Salesforce

DDX '25 Dubai | 15-16 February | Dubai, United Arab Emirates

“At DDX '25 Dubai - Innovation & UX Conference, you will have the opportunity to learn from top experts and inspiring speakers from big brands, growing startups, and leading consultancies.

To connect with like-minded and ambitious individuals, discover new career paths, and explore open jobs and project opportunities.

Enjoy engaging talks, workshops, and networking with over 200 innovators, product leaders, designers, and strategists.”

Ideal for: All UX and design enthusiasts, from beginners to professionals.

Price: From USD 199 (early bird).

Register for DDX’25 Dubai.

Speaker highlights: 

  • Janaki Kumar, Managing Director, Chief Design Officer of Global Banking at JPMorgan Chase & Co.

  • Liliia Mandrino, Director of Experience Design, Electronic Arts (EA)

UX360 Research Summit Virtual | 19-20 February | Online

UX360 will showcase the latest UX and design research - from planning and conducting, to analysis and the implementation of UX insights. This exciting conference includes presentations from top UX researchers from the world’s largest brands, interactive panel discussions and 1-2-1 meetings. This is a must-attend conference for UX researchers to learn, be inspired and network.”

Ideal for: UX Research professionals and enthusiasts.

Price: From USD 199 (early bird).

Register for UX360 Research Summit Virtual.

Speaker highlights:

  • Kathryn Campbell, Director of User Research at Warner Music Group

  • Samuel Kirschstein Smith, Principle Product & UX Design Consultant at LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group)

HUCAPP 2025 | 26–28 February | Porto, Portugal

The International Conference on Human Computer Interaction Theory and Applications aims at becoming a major point of contact between researchers, engineers and practitioners in Human Computer Interaction, covering different aspects related to Human Computer Interaction, from Theories, Models and User Evaluation, Interaction Techniques and Devices, Haptic and Multimodal Interaction, as well as Agents and Human Interaction.”

Ideal for: Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) researchers, engineers and practitioners.

Price: From EUR 625 (3-day pass) or EUR 230 (1-day pass). Member and student discounts are available.

Register for HUCAPP 2025.

Speaker highlights:

  • Julien Pettré, Inria

  • Katherine J. Kuchenbecker, Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems

March

Education 2.0 Conference | 4-6 March | Las Vegas, USA

“A three-day, knowledge-intensive conference, the Education 2.0 Conference attracts the most dynamic leaders in the education sector and promises to bring fresh insights and perspectives to empower, inspire, and enrich the global learning community.”

Ideal for: Learning experience designers and UX and interaction design educators.

Price: USD 3000.

Register for Education 2.0 Conference.

Speaker highlights: 

  • Dr. Tandria Callins, CEO & Principal at Language & Literacy Academy for Learning, Inc.

  • Yuri Hirayama, School Director, Educator, and Chief Sustainability Officer at Yuri Education Center

UX Design Awards - Spring 2025 | 5 March | Online

The UX Design Awards - Spring 2025 call for participation is open until 18 November 2024.

The winners of the UX Design Awards - Spring edition will be revealed during a virtual winner announcement held on 05 March 2025.

“The UX Design Awards are the global competition for excellent experiences by Internationa Design Centre Belin (IDZ). Held biannually, the Awards are focused on the professional sector. We recognize the achievements of design teams who increase user satisfaction, achieve business goals, and drive positive change - across all fields and industries worldwide. Our thorough approach and the focus on a key design field make the UX Design Awards stand out among other design competitions.”

Ideal for: Companies, agencies, professionals, and young designers.

Price: From EUR 70, dependent on submission.

Submit your project for UXDA 2025 - Spring.

UX Days Tokyo | 28-30 March | Tokyo, Japan

An enriching event that offers a deep dive into digital products, DX, and UX. Join world-renowned experts for insightful lectures and interactive workshops, where you'll gain the tools and motivation to bring your ideas to life. Experience the impact of learning in a dynamic, real-world setting.

Ideal for: All UX and design enthusiasts, from beginners to professionals.

Price: From JPY 50,380 (early bird).

Register for UX Days Tokyo 2025.

Speaker highlights: 

  • Kelly Dern, Senior Product Designer at Google

  • Harry Brignul, Founder of Deceptive Designs (deceptive.design)

May

Leadership Ateliers Barcelona | 5-6 May | Barcelona, Spain

“Join 70+ early design leaders in two days of training to gain knowledge and skills necessary to manage your team, influence the c-level and carry your vision through across your company. Pick between different classes and workshops happening in an intimate setting, in the wonderful Sant Pau, a former modernist hospital declared as a UNESCO heritage building. After the training, you’ll gain the network and support to keep growing in your leadership path with other participants and expert coaches from all over the world.”

Ideal for: Individual Contributors transitioning into management or early design leaders.

Price: EUR 1,220 + VAT

Register for Leadership Ateliers Barcelona.

Speaker highlights: 

  • Daniel O'Connell, Director of Design at Hello Fresh

  • Martyn Reding, Design Director at Expedia Group

Leadership Ateliers Lisbon | 6–7 May | Lisbon, Portugal

“Join 70+ early design leaders in two days of training to gain knowledge and skills necessary to manage your team, influence the c-level and carry your vision through across your company. Pick between different classes and workshops happening in an intimate setting, in the incredible Palacio do Grilo, a one of a kind castle turned event location. After the training, you’ll gain the network and support to keep growing in your leadership path with other participants and expert coaches from all over the world.”

Ideal for: Individual Contributors transitioning into management or early design leaders.

Price: EUR 1,220 + VAT

Register for Leadership Ateliers Lisbon.

Speaker highlights: 

  • Bilgi Karan, UX Manager at IKEA

  • José Torre, Senior Staff Product Designer at Shopify

DDX '25 Munich | 10 May | Munich, Germany

“At DDX '25 Munich - Innovation & UX Conference, you will have the opportunity to learn from top experts and inspiring speakers from big brands, growing startups, and leading consultancies.

To connect with like-minded and ambitious individuals, discover new career paths, and explore open jobs and project opportunities.

Enjoy engaging talks, workshops, and networking with over 200 innovators, product leaders, designers, and strategists.”

Ideal for: All UX and design enthusiasts, from beginners to professionals.

Price: From EUR 199 (early bird).

Register for DDX’25 Munich.

Speaker highlights: 

  • Mustafa Kurtuldu, Staff Product Designer, Meta

  • Mick Champayne, Senior Visual Designer, Google

UXDX USA | 12-14 May | New York, USA and Online

“UXDX brings together industry leaders from product, UX, and development disciplines, offering practical insights on how to create better, user-centered products. The event focuses on collaboration across teams and empowering professionals with actionable strategies to improve user experiences and product outcomes.”

Ideal for: All UX, design, and development enthusiasts, from beginners to professionals.

Price: From USD 989 (early bird), from USD 309 + tax online only.

Register for UXDX USA 2025.

Speaker highlights: 

  • Christina Goldschmidt, VP of Product Design at Warner Music Group

  • Daniela Jorge, Chief Design Officer at Capital One

UX360 Research Summit and Awards | 14-15 May | Berlin, Germany

UX360 will showcase the latest UX and design research - from planning and conducting, to analysis and the implementation of UX insights. This exciting conference includes presentations from global thought leaders and international brands, interactive panel discussions and 1-2-1 meetings. This is a must-attend conference for UX researchers to learn, be inspired and to network with peers.”

Ideal for: UX Research professionals and enthusiasts.

Price: From EUR 895 + fees (early bird).

Register for UX360 Research Summit and Awards.

Speaker highlights: TBC

UXDX EMEA | 19-21 May | Berlin, Germany and Online

“UXDX brings together industry leaders from product, UX, and development disciplines, offering practical insights on how to create better, user-centered products. The event focuses on collaboration across teams and empowering professionals with actionable strategies to improve user experiences and product outcomes.”

Ideal for: All UX, design, and development enthusiasts, from beginners to professionals.

Price: From EUR 789 (early bird), from EUR 309 + tax online only.

Register for UXDX EMEA 2025.

Speaker highlights: 

  • Cliff Seal, UX Architect at Salesforce

  • Steven Roest, Lead Platform Experience at ING

WomenTech Global Conference | 20-22, May | Online

“This virtual-first conference will bring women in tech, minorities, and allies from all over the world together through an interactive platform featuring live educational and training content, keynotes, engaging panels, breakout rooms, technical workshops, and networking with virtual and in-person sessions.”

Ideal for: A range of disciplines and interests, including product development, UX, and design.

Price: From USD 59 (early bird).

Register for WomenTech Global Conference 2025.

Speaker highlights: 

  • Maxine Williams, Chief Diversity Officer at Meta

  • Lakecia Gunter, CTO and VP, Global Partner Solutions at Microsoft

Leadership Ateliers Berlin | 21-22 May | Berlin, Germany

“Join 70+ early design leaders in two days of training to gain knowledge and skills necessary to manage your team, influence the c-level and carry your vision through across your company. Pick between different classes and workshops happening in an intimate setting, at Peter Edel Kulturhaus in Berlin. After the training, you’ll gain the network and support to keep growing in your leadership path with other participants and expert coaches from all over the world.”

Ideal for: Individual Contributors transitioning into management or early design leaders.

Price: EUR 1,220 + IVA

Register for Leadership Ateliers Berlin.

Speaker highlights: 

  • Gloria Rupprecht, Director of Product Design at Zalando

  • Tarek Sadi, VP of Design at Blinkist

June

Pixel Pioneers | 20 June | Bristol, UK

“An affordable one-day conference of practical and inspiring front-end and UX/UI design talks featuring eight world-class speakers.”

Ideal for: All UX/UI design and front-end enthusiasts, from beginners to professionals.

Price: From GBP 199 (early bird).

Register for Pixel Pioneers 2025.

Speaker highlights: TBA

July

Web Summer Camp | 3-5 July | Opatija, Croatia

“Immerse yourself in an intensive program featuring interactive workshops, networking opportunities, and small group discussions led by world-class speakers and moderators. Our goal is to help you connect, collaborate, and gain new insights alongside fellow designers, developers and other digital enthusiasts.”

Ideal for: UX/UI Designers and Web Developers

Price: TBA

Register for Web Summer Camp 2025.

Speaker highlights: TBA

August

Design and Experience 2025 | 29-30 August | Sao Paulo, Brazil

“Embracing the theme “Immersive Experiences,” DEXCONF 2025 sets out to explore what lies beyond conventional interactions, investigating how user experiences can evolve into environments that transcend screens and clicks, ultimately guiding participants toward richer, more sensory encounters.”

Ideal for: All designers, beginners to professionals.

Price: From BRL 699.

Register for Design and Experience 2025.

Speaker highlights: 

  • Diana Fournier, Design Researcher Specialist at Meiuca

  • Edu Agni, Consultant and CEO at Mergo

September

SmashingConf Freiburg | 8-11 September | Freiburg, Germany

“Attend a conference with great speakers and teachers in design systems, AI, accessibility, CSS, JavaScript, web performance, CSS, product design and cutting-edge techniques.

Smashing conferences are all 2 days, with 12 knowledgeable speakers in a single track, and they offer multiple workshops on front-end & design before and after the conference. This year, they run design and front-end conferences in Freiburg.”

Ideal for: All front-end devs and designers.

Price: From EUR 549 (early bird while supply lasts). 

Register for SmashingConf Freiburg 2024.

Speaker highlights:

  • Ana Rodrigues, Front-end developer at Hactar

  • Kevin Hawkins, UX Research & Product Design Leader

Hatch Conference 2025 | 10-12 September | Berlin, Germany

“Germany's top conference for experienced UX & Design Professionals is back with 3 days full of hands-on content and networking opportunities, alongside talks and sessions with some of the most relevant voices in Europe and the world. Apply for an invitation to buy up to 2 tickets on the website.”

Ideal for: Senior designers with over 5 years of experience in the field, looking to find what's next for their career.

Price: From EUR 360 + VAT

Register for Hatch Conference 2025.

Speaker highlights: TBA

DDX ‘25 San Diego | 18 September | San Diego, USA

“The DDX Conference goes to San Diego—where innovation and design leaders from around the world and the region come together to explore the future of digital experiences. Our conference will delve into how emerging technologies, such as AI, influence digital innovation and foster a sense of belonging in an ever-changing world.

Expect insightful talks and panels from leaders at renowned companies like Google, Meta, Microsoft, NASA, Mercedes, EA, and more. Be part of the conference, be inspired, and contribute to a future where everyone belongs.”

Ideal for: All designers, researchers and beyond

Price: From USD 230 (Super Early Bird—Limited Availability). 

Register for DDX ’25 San Diego.

Speaker highlights: TBA

UX Nordic | 24-25 September | Copenhagen, Denmark and Online

“Embark on an immersive journey at the UX Nordic Conference, connecting designers, researchers, writers and other UX design nerds from all over the world. You can discover, network, and evolve your skills during two days of UX design magic in Copenhagen.

Expect amazing guests, innovative workshops, inspiring insights and a unique social program for you and your entire team.”

Ideal for: All UX and design enthusiasts, from beginners to professionals.

Price: From EUR 280 (super early bird).

Register for UX Nordic 2025.

Speaker highlights:

  • Dave Crawford, Principal Director of Product Design at Microsoft

  • Mara Declair, Senior Strategic UX Manager at Otto

October

UXCon Vienna | 6-8 October | Vienna, Austria

“UXCon provides professional exchange and builds a bridge between the European UX design scene and pioneers in the US. Whether you're a pro or just starting out, they’ve got you covered with expert insights, networking opportunities, and a chance to connect with the best in the biz.”

Ideal for: All UX design and UX research enthusiasts, from beginners to professionals.

Price: From EUR 650 (early bird).

Register for UXCon Vienna 2025.

Speaker highlights: 

  • Renee Reid, Director of UX Research at LinkedIn

  • Teslim Alabi, Product Design Lead at Netflix

SmashingConf NYC | 6-9 October | NYC, USA

“Attend a conference with great speakers and teachers in design systems, AI, accessibility, CSS, JavaScript, web performance, CSS, product design and cutting-edge techniques.

Smashing conferences are all 2 days, with 12 knowledgeable speakers in a single track, and they offer multiple workshops on front-end & design before and after the conference. This year they run design and front-end conferences in New York.”

Ideal for: All designers and front-end devs.

Price: From USD 649 (early bird while supply lasts). 

Register for SmashingConf NYC 2025.

Speaker highlights:

  • Sarah Drasner, Senior Director of Engineering at Google

  • Nate Baldwin, Senior Staff Designer at Adobe

World Usability Conference | 14-16 October | Graz, Austria

“The World Usability Congress is the global leading UX design expert & strategy conference. The conference invites over 50 speakers from different industries to share their real-world UX design challenges and collaborate with attendees in multi-disciplinary workshops.”

Ideal for: All UX design disciplines.

Price: From EUR 830 (both days) or EUR 440 (single day).

Register for the World Usability Conference 2025.

Speaker highlights: TBA

UXConf BR 2025 | 17-18 October | Porto Alegre, Brazil

“‘DESIGN (IM)MUTABLE: What remains and what passes?’ is this year’s theme at UXConf BR, the UX conference featuring the most prominent experts in the field in Brazil.”

Ideal for: All UX and design enthusiasts, from beginners to professionals.

Price: From BRL 999.

Register for UXConf BR 2025.

Speaker highlights:

  • Erika Campos, Design Lead at RedePos

  • Gustavo Oliveira, Director of Design and Research at the OLX group

PUSH UX | 23-24 October | Munich, Germany

“PUSH UX is a lovingly crafted platform for hands-on design professionals, product-minded innovators and creative technologists. Experience world-class speakers in a relaxed atmosphere that feels like being with family. The program at PUSH is curated to be relevant for every UX professional, no matter their role or industry. This gives you a great mix of people with similar and different backgrounds alike.”

Ideal for: All UX and design enthusiasts, from beginners to professionals.

Price: From EUR 499 (early bird) or 199 EUR (students). Group discounts are available. 

Register for Push UX 2025.

Speaker highlights: TBA

November

UX Brighton | 7 November | Brighton, United Kingdom

“At UX Brighton 2025, we bring clarity to the chaos. Join us to learn from some of the world’s top thinkers and doers in UX and beyond. Together, we’ll unpack the big picture, exploring how economic shifts affect your work and what principles you can apply to thrive. Through a series of insightful talks, you’ll gain actionable strategies to boost your efficiency, elevate your career, and expand your skillset to stay competitive. Plus, you’ll connect with like-minded peers, share experiences, and forge new friendships that will support your journey long after the conference ends.”

Ideal for: UX Designers, Researchers, Product Managers, (and Developers, hopefully)

Price: From GBP 220 + tax (super early bird).

Register for UX Brighton 2025.

Speaker highlights: TBA

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