News Summary
The global sports business calendar for 2025 is packed with conferences, trade shows, and awards covering various aspects of the industry. Events like the Surf Expo, SPOBIS Conference, and Football Business Awards provide excellent networking opportunities and insights into the evolving sports market. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, this year offers something for every stakeholder in the sports sector, from league executives to technology innovators.
2025 Sports Business Calendar: A Year Full of Exciting Opportunities!
The global sports business calendar for 2025 is shaping up to be a thrilling ride for everyone involved in the industry! With a plethora of conferences, trade shows, and awards happening throughout the year, there is something for everyone looking to network, innovate, and collaborate. Whether you’re a league executive, a sponsor, or a technology innovator, you will find opportunities galore!
Kickstarting the Year with Exciting Events
Mark your calendars because it all begins in January! The Surf Expo is scheduled from January 8-10 in sunny Florida, and it promises to be a fantastic exhibition for surf enthusiasts. Over in England, the Autosport International, recognized as Europe’s largest motorsport show, will take place from January 9-12. Meanwhile, in China, the ISPO Beijing will run from January 10-12, offering a comprehensive universe of sports lifestyle.
As the month continues, UK residents can check out the Destinations: Holiday & Travel Show in Manchester from January 16-19, providing insights into travel opportunities. Later, from January 20-22, the Golf Business Conference in Orlando will get golf fans and business minds buzzing about the future of the sport.
February is All About Innovation
February is not to be outdone with several conferences aiming to tackle the challenges and explore the trends in sports. The SPOBIS Conference in Hamburg on February 5-6 is Europe’s largest sports business event, and it will bring together thought leaders to discuss pivotal industry topics. The Sport Industry Series: The Majlis, an invite-only gathering, will follow closely on February 6 in Abu Dhabi.
For those interested in sports tourism, a conference in Doha, Qatar, from February 11-14 will shed light on the tourism industry post-FIFA World Cup. Not to mention the Soccerex MENA from February 23-25 and the National Sports Forum happening simultaneously in Boston, both serving as fantastic platforms for networking.
A Busy Spring Ahead!
March will bring even more excitement with multiple events taking center stage. The international sports community will gather for the ITB Berlin from March 4-6, while Milan hosts the Racquet Trend from March 7-9, focusing on racket sports. London’s Emirates Stadium will set the scene for the Coliseum Summit Europe on March 18-19, while Scottish Golf Tourism Week will pair perfectly with events in Calgary focusing on sports tourism.
This trend continues with the SportsPro New York, slated for March 20-21, focusing on one of the biggest sports markets globally. And don’t forget about the RacquetX happening shortly after in Miami Beach, bringing together players from the rocket sports industry everyone loves!
Summer and Fall Events to Watch
As the calendar flips to April, it brings the much-anticipated SBJ CAA World Congress of Sports, running from April 21-23 in Nashville—definitely a must-attend for anyone wanting to stay abreast of industry developments. Not to be overlooked, the Football Business Awards will light up London on May 9, shining a spotlight on achievements within the sport.
As autumn rolls in, the World Football Summit in Madrid and the SportsPro Live back in London will keep spirits high well into October. The year rounds out with the International Golf Travel Market taking place in Cannes and the World Travel Market back in London, bringing together global leaders in both sports and travel sectors.
Gateway Sport Group’s Contributions
One of the exciting milestones this year is brought to you by the Gateway Sport Group, aiming to overhaul India’s sports business ecosystem with their inaugural Indian International Sports Summit scheduled for March in New Delhi. This summit will provide a wonderful opportunity for networking and discussions around critical challenges and opportunities in Indian sports.
That’s just a peek at what 2025 has in store! This year is loaded with events that are sure to shape the future of sports and provide countless networking opportunities, innovative ideas, and collaborative projects. So, get ready to dive into a year full of excitement—it’s time to gear up!
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