Robotics Worldwide Event Calendar

Here's a list of global robot-related events that cover a broad spectrum of the robotics field, from consumer electronics to advanced research conferences and practical applications in industry and education. Note: Event dates and locations are subject to change so be sure to check the respective event websites for the most up-to-date information.

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MAY

• Robotics Summit & Expo (May 1-2, Boston, USA): Featuring demonstrations of cutting-edge robotics and expert-led educational sessions.
• ICRA - International Conference on Robotics and Automation (May 20-24, Paris, France): A leading conference showcasing global research and developments in robotics.
• Xponential (May 8-11, Denver, USA): Covers innovations in unmanned systems and robotics for commercial, defense, and civilian sectors.
• Maker Faire Bay Area (May 17-19, San Mateo, USA): A celebration of invention and creativity, often featuring DIY robotics and maker projects.

JUNE

• RAS Conference (June 5-6, Orlando, USA): Focuses on the exchange of knowledge and the latest advancements in robotics and automation.
• Automatica (June 21-24, Munich, Germany): Displays a vast array of robotic systems and solutions for multiple industries.
• Field Robotics Engineering Forum (June 16-17, San Jose, USA): Discusses engineering and operational challenges in field robotics.
• CVPR - Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition Conference (June 23-28, Los Angeles, USA): Includes significant contributions from robotics focused on vision techniques.

JULY

• RoboCup (July 2-8, Bordeaux, France): Features robots competing in soccer, rescue missions, and more.
• IEEE CASE (July 27-30, Toronto, Canada): A platform for presenting recent research in automation and robotics.
• ROSCon (July 15-16, Singapore): Devoted to the Robot Operating System, including technical talks and discussions.
• SIGGRAPH (July 28 - August 1, Washington, D.C., USA): Explores the impact of computer graphics and interactive techniques, with sessions on robotics and simulation.

AUGUST

• RO-MAN (August 26-29, Naples, Italy): Investigates the synergy between humans and robots.
• DroneDeploy Conference (August 21-23, Chicago, USA): Focuses on the use of drone technology in various industrial applications.
• IEEE International Conference on Mechatronics (August 6-9, Kumamoto, Japan): Showcases innovations in mechatronics that integrate mechanical systems with robotics.
• SIGGRAPH (August 5-9, Los Angeles, USA): Highlights virtual reality, augmented reality, and robotics applications in graphics and interactive techniques.

SEPTEMBER

• World Robot Expo (September 15-19, Beijing, China): Features global advancements in robotic technologies.
• DARS (September 23-25, Atlanta, USA): Concentrates on the coordination and automation capabilities of distributed robotic systems.
• TechCrunch Disrupt (September 5-7, San Francisco, USA): Showcases startups in the tech world, including robotics innovations.
• INTERDRONE (September 10-12, Las Vegas, USA): An international conference and exposition dedicated to drones, with overlap into robotics.

OCTOBER

• IROS (October 7-11, Cape Town, South Africa): Features comprehensive research and developments in intelligent robots and systems.
• RoboBusiness (October 19-20, Santa Clara, USA): A key business development event for the robotics industry.
• Japan Robot Week (October 18-20, Tokyo, Japan): Focuses on service robots and the latest in robotic assistive technologies.
• AI & Big Data Expo (October 24-25, Santa Clara, USA): Explores the next generation of AI and big data innovations, often incorporating robotics.

NOVEMBER

• RobotWorld (November 9-12, Seoul, South Korea): Features exhibitions on smart factories, logistics, and AI robots.
• RISE (November 16-18, London, UK): Emphasizes business applications of new robotics technologies.
• FABTECH (November 6-8, Atlanta, USA): Includes automation and robotics in the context of manufacturing.
• MEDICA (November 18-21, Düsseldorf, Germany): Though primarily a medical conference, it increasingly showcases medical robotics technologies.

DECEMBER

• International Robot Exhibition (December 3-6, Tokyo, Japan): A major showcase for robots in both industrial and consumer applications.
• AI & Robotics Conference (December 14-15, Zurich, Switzerland): Discusses how AI and robotics intersect to create advanced systems.
• NeurIPS (December 8-14, Vancouver, Canada): Features sessions on robotics as part of its broader focus on neural information processing systems.
• IEEE International Conference on Big Data (December 9-12, Seattle, USA): While primarily data-focused, it frequently includes research on robotics data analysis and application.

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JANUARY

• CES - Consumer Electronics Show (January 7-10, Las Vegas, USA): Features the latest in consumer technologies including robotics, AI, and smart devices.
• Swiss Robotics Day (January 15, Lausanne, Switzerland): Showcases research and industry applications in robotics from leading Swiss institutions and companies.
• BETT Show (January 22-25, London, UK): Although primarily an education technology conference, it increasingly includes educational robotics and STEAM tools.
• International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS Winter Session) (January 27-31, Sapporo, Japan): A winter session focusing on specific advancements in intelligent robots and their applications.

FEBRUARY

• Robotics Alley Conference & Expo (February 4-5, Minneapolis, USA): Focuses on the business and development of robotics and automated systems in the North American region.
• International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA Winter Session) (February 12-16, Banff, Canada): Special winter session for this premier global conference on robotics and automation.
• Embedded World (February 25-27, Nuremberg, Germany): Covers embedded systems which include significant content on robotic controllers and IoT applications.
• T3chFest (February 28 - March 1, Madrid, Spain): A tech fest that, among other topics, covers robotics and hardware innovations with a focus on educational and open-source projects.

MARCH

• SXSW - South by Southwest (March 7-16, Austin, USA): Encompasses a broad range of topics including technology, film, and music, with emerging technology sessions often covering robotics and AI.
• Automate Show (March 22-25, Detroit, USA): Showcases the full spectrum of automation technologies, including robotics, vision systems, and motion control.
• Hannover Messe (March 30 - April 3, Hannover, Germany): Features integrated automation, industrial IT, power transmission, and control technologies including advanced robotics.
• Wearable Robotics Association Conference (March 25-27, Phoenix, USA): Focuses on wearable robotic technologies and exoskeletons for various applications.

APRIL

• RoboSoft (April 5-9, Seoul, South Korea): A conference dedicated to soft robotics, exploring innovations in highly flexible robot design.
• National Robotics Week (April 11-19, USA): A week-long event celebrating robotics technology across the United States with numerous local events including workshops and school activities.
• IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) (April 27 - May 1, Melbourne, Australia): This premier annual robotics conference showcases the best in robotics and automation research globally.
• VEX Robotics World Championship (April 22-25, Dallas, USA): Brings together top robotics teams from around the world to compete and demonstrate their skills in engineering and problem-solving.

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Event dates and locations are subject to change. 

Check the respective event websites for the most up-to-date information.