Looking for the best women in tech events in 2026? From global conferences with thousands of attendees to intimate career fairs where you interview with hiring managers on the spot, this year’s lineup has something for every woman in technology — whether you’re a software engineer, data scientist, cybersecurity professional, product manager, or tech leader.
We’ve researched and compiled the most impactful women in tech conferences, summits, career fairs, and networking events happening in 2026. This guide covers everything from free virtual events to flagship in-person gatherings, so you can plan your year and invest in the events that matter most for your career.
WomenHack Events — The Year-Round Women in Tech Career Fair in 175+ Cities
Before we get into the annual conferences, let’s start with the women in tech events you can attend every single month.
WomenHack hosts invite-only diversity recruiting events and women in tech job fairs in over 120 cities worldwide — including San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, London, Berlin, Toronto, Singapore, Sydney, and dozens more. These aren’t your typical career fairs where you drop off a resume and hope for the best. Each WomenHack event uses a rapid-interview format where you sit down with hiring managers face-to-face for focused 5-minute conversations. Think of it as speed-dating, but for your tech career.
Why women in tech love WomenHack:
- Always free for candidates — no ticket fees, ever
- Pre-screened employers who are actively hiring and committed to diversity
- Both in-person and virtual events available every month
- Meet 10–20+ companies in a single evening
- A global community of over 100,000 women in tech
- No resume black hole — you talk directly to the people making hiring decisions
Whether you’re actively job searching or just exploring what’s out there, WomenHack events are one of the highest-ROI ways to spend an evening. You walk in, interview with multiple companies, and often walk out with follow-up interviews scheduled.
Browse upcoming WomenHack events near you →
The 12 Best Women in Tech Conferences and Events in 2026
Here are the top women in tech conferences, summits, and events worth putting on your calendar this year.
1. Grace Hopper Celebration 2026
October 27–30, 2026 | Anaheim, CA
The Grace Hopper Celebration is the single biggest women in tech event on the planet. Organized by AnitaB.org, GHC brings together tens of thousands of women technologists for inspiring keynotes, deep technical talks, career development workshops, and one of the largest tech career fairs in the world. Companies like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta all recruit heavily at Grace Hopper. If you attend just one large women in tech conference this year, make it this one.
Best for: Students, early-career and mid-career engineers, job seekers
Cost: Paid (scholarships available through AnitaB.org)
2. Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) 2026
March 11–14, 2026 | National Harbor, MD (Washington DC area)
Virtual: April 22–23, 2026
WiCyS is the premier conference for women in cybersecurity, now in its 12th year. It features pre-conference workshops, interactive technical sessions, panels, a technology showcase, and a career fair focused exclusively on infosec roles. The dual in-person and virtual format makes it accessible regardless of location or budget.
Best for: Cybersecurity professionals, students in information security
Cost: Paid (student scholarships available)
3. Women in Data Science (WiDS) Worldwide 2026
March–June 2026 | 200+ Events in 50+ Countries
WiDS isn’t one event — it’s a global movement. With nearly 200 regional conferences across 50+ countries, there’s almost certainly a WiDS event near you. Key 2026 highlights include WiDS India (March 14), WiDS Tel Aviv (May 3), and WiDS Zurich (June 19). Each regional event features technical talks, panel discussions, and networking for women working in data science, machine learning, and analytics.
Best for: Data scientists, ML engineers, analytics professionals
Cost: Free to low-cost (varies by region)
4. Girl Geek X ELEVATE 2026
April 2026 | Virtual
Girl Geek X ELEVATE draws over 7,000 women technologists from 42+ countries for lightning talks, deep-dive technical sessions, and hands-on workshops covering AI, data engineering, platform engineering, infrastructure, and security. The event celebrates World Creativity and Innovation Day and is a fantastic way to learn from women leaders at top tech companies — all from your laptop.
Best for: All career levels, especially those who prefer virtual events
Cost: Free
5. Women in Tech Global Summit 2026
April 28–30, 2026 | Cape Town, South Africa
The Women in Tech Global Summit brings together 500+ global leaders, innovators, and changemakers from government, business, and civil society across 60+ countries. If you’re looking for a women in tech event with an international perspective and a focus on policy and leadership, this is it.
Best for: Tech leaders, policy makers, entrepreneurs, global professionals
Cost: Paid
6. Harvard WECode Conference 2026
February 21–22, 2026 | Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
WECode (Women Engineers Code) is the world’s largest student-run women in tech conference. Designed for undergraduate women and non-binary students passionate about STEM, WECode features technical workshops, mentorship circles, panel discussions, and recruiting sessions with top tech companies. If you’re a student or recent grad, this event is tailor-made for you.
Best for: Students, new grads, early-career software engineers
Cost: Paid (student pricing available)
7. Perspektywy Women in Tech Summit 2026
June 10–11, 2026 | Warsaw, Poland
The largest women in tech conference in Europe. The Perspektywy Women in Tech Summit features industry-leading technical sessions, leadership panels, startup showcases, and networking opportunities designed to advance women in technology across the continent.
Best for: European tech professionals, engineers, tech leaders
Cost: Paid
8. Lesbians Who Tech + Allies Summit 2026
October 5–8, 2026 | New York City
The LWT @TechFutures Summit is one of the most inclusive and energizing tech conferences anywhere. Now in its 13th year, it brings together LGBTQ+ women, non-binary individuals, and allies in tech, business, and culture for four days of talks, workshops, community building, and celebration.
Best for: LGBTQ+ community, allies, anyone who values inclusive tech spaces
Cost: Paid (scholarships available)
9. AfroTech Conference 2026
November 2–6, 2026 | Houston, TX
AfroTech is the world’s largest Black tech conference, celebrating “A Decade of Innovation, Infinite Impact” in 2026. With 40,000+ attendees, 300+ speakers, 100+ vendors, and dedicated women in tech programming, AfroTech is an essential event for anyone passionate about representation and diversity in the technology industry.
Best for: Black tech professionals, women of color in tech, diversity advocates, job seekers
Cost: Paid (various ticket tiers available)
10. SheCanCode Events 2026
Various dates throughout 2026 | London, Dubai, and virtual
SheCanCode is a women-in-tech support hub with a community of 130,000+ members worldwide. They run multiple events year-round, including hands-on workshops, networking meetups, and conference appearances. Key 2026 events include Tech Show London (March 4–5) and a presence at GISEC Global in Dubai (May 5–7).
Best for: UK-based and international women in tech
Cost: Varies by event (many are free)
11. Women in AI Events 2026
Various dates throughout 2026 | Multiple locations + virtual
With AI reshaping every corner of the tech industry, Women in AI hosts events throughout the year focused on gender-inclusive AI development and women’s leadership in artificial intelligence. Events range from local meetups to flagship summits anchored at institutions like MIT. If you work in AI or machine learning, these are worth tracking.
Best for: AI/ML professionals, researchers, data scientists
Cost: Varies by event
12. Databricks Data + AI Summit — Women in Data + AI Track
June 15–18, 2026 | San Francisco, CA
The Databricks Data + AI Summit is one of the largest data and AI conferences in the world, and its dedicated Women in Data + AI track features technical sessions, mentorship opportunities, and networking events specifically designed for women in data science, data engineering, and AI.
Best for: Data engineers, data scientists, AI practitioners
Cost: Paid
How to Get the Most Out of Women in Tech Events in 2026
Attending is just the first step. Here’s how to maximize the value of every event you go to.
If You’re Job Searching
- Prioritize events with career fairs or recruiting components — WomenHack, Grace Hopper, WiCyS, and AfroTech all have strong hiring tracks where you can meet employers face-to-face
- Update your resume, LinkedIn profile, and portfolio before attending
- Research which companies are sponsoring or exhibiting at each event
- Prepare a 30-second elevator pitch about your skills and what you’re looking for
- Follow up with every recruiter and hiring manager within 48 hours while you’re still fresh in their memory
If You’re an Employer Looking to Hire Women in Tech
- Sponsoring and attending women-focused events signals your genuine commitment to diversity — candidates notice
- WomenHack employer tickets let you meet pre-screened women candidates in a structured rapid-interview format — no booth setup, no standing around waiting for foot traffic
- Send actual hiring managers and engineers, not just recruiters — candidates want to talk to the people they’d be working with
- Be ready to talk specifics: team culture, growth opportunities, and what diversity looks like at your company today
If You Want to Grow Your Professional Network
- Virtual events like Girl Geek X ELEVATE and WiDS are free and easy to join from anywhere — no travel budget needed
- Attend events in your specific domain: WiCyS for security, WiDS for data, Women in AI for artificial intelligence and machine learning
- Set a goal to introduce yourself to at least 5 new people at every event and connect on LinkedIn afterward
- Volunteer or speak at smaller events to build visibility in the community
Start Planning Your 2026 Women in Tech Event Calendar Today
The best time to register is now. Many of these women in tech conferences sell out or have application deadlines months in advance — Grace Hopper scholarships, WiCyS student funding, and WomenHack events in popular cities all fill up fast.
Our recommendation: pick 2–3 larger conferences that align with your career goals, and supplement them with monthly WomenHack events in your city for consistent networking and interview practice throughout the year. That combination of big-picture inspiration and hands-on career building is how women in tech build real momentum.