The professional AV industry is booming, and with innovation accelerating across display technology, immersive experiences, live production, and hybrid collaboration, audiovisual conferences have become must-attend global events for integrators, designers, manufacturers, and tech creatives.
Whether you’re looking to demo cutting-edge gear, network with global professionals, or stay ahead of AV trends, here are the top AV conferences around the world, their differences, and what to expect based on recent years.
1. InfoComm (USA)
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Location: Alternates between Las Vegas and Orlando
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2025 Dates: June 7–13, 2025 – Orlando, FL
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Attendance: ~31,000 (2025), ~29,000 (2024)
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Organized by: AVIXA
Why Attend:
InfoComm is North America’s premier AV conference, featuring everything from projectors and speakers to control systems, LED walls, and networked AV. It’s known for hands-on demos, deep-dive education tracks, and a strong focus on AI, hybrid collaboration, and AV over IP.
What Makes It Unique:
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AVIXA’s certification programs (CTS)
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Specialized pavilions (content production, digital signage, conferencing & collaboration)
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Big U.S. manufacturers and integrators in attendance
2. ISE – Integrated Systems Europe
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Location: Barcelona, Spain
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2025 Dates: February 4–7, 2025
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Attendance: ~73,000 (2024), ~58,000 (2023)
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Organized by: AVIXA & CEDIA
Why Attend:
ISE is the largest AV trade show in the world, showcasing everything from home automation and lighting control to massive LED displays and immersive audio solutions. Expect major product debuts from European and Asian manufacturers.
What Makes It Unique:
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Four full days of global tech and keynote speakers
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Strong residential, commercial, and experiential AV mix
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Heavily international crowd (~150+ countries represented)
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Massive digital signage and live events technology showcase
3. NAB Show (National Association of Broadcasters)
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Location: Las Vegas Convention Center
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2025 Dates: April 5–9, 2025
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Attendance: ~65,000 (2024), ~58,000 (2023)
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Focus: Broadcasting, streaming, media production
Why Attend:
While not strictly AV, NAB is essential for those working in live production, media servers, LED backdrops, broadcast gear, and video content creation. It’s the bridge between AV and entertainment tech.
What Makes It Unique:
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Deep focus on content creation, post-production, and IP workflows
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Massive booths from Sony, Blackmagic, Adobe, and AWS
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Ideal for anyone blending AV with live events or media production
4. Prolight + Sound (Germany)
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Location: Messe Frankfurt, Germany
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2025 Dates: April 8–11, 2025
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Attendance: ~27,000 (2024)
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Focus: Event production, staging, lighting, audio
Why Attend:
This is Europe’s go-to conference for live events and entertainment AV. From line arrays to moving head lights, lasers, and stage automation—Prolight + Sound is an experience in itself.
What Makes It Unique:
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Emphasis on performance, touring, and stage design
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Heavy presence of lighting and rigging professionals
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Big international audio brands debuting new hardware
5. AVX Live (Asia AVX Series)
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Location: Rotates across Asia (Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong)
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Next Dates: TBD
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Attendance: 8,000–15,000 per region
Why Attend:
AVX Live is a growing force across Southeast Asia and East Asia, focused on regional integrators, local distributors, and government or education AV systems.
What Makes It Unique:
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Targeted B2B networking
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Strong commercial and educational AV emphasis
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Opportunity to connect with Asian manufacturers and emerging tech
6. LAVNCH WEEK & Virtual Summits (Online)
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Location: Online, global access
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Dates: Quarterly
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Attendance: 5,000–10,000+ per event
Why Attend:
Produced by rAVe [PUBS], LAVNCH WEEK offers free, virtual AV education and product demos for those who can’t travel. It’s efficient, focused, and interactive.
What Makes It Unique:
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Fast-paced 30-minute product pitches
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AV/IT, sustainability, and future tech panels
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Excellent for continuing education and remote pros
How to Choose the Right AV Conference
| Goal | Recommended Conference |
|---|---|
| Product launches & networking (U.S.) | InfoComm |
| Global scale & innovation | ISE Barcelona |
| Broadcast & content production | NAB Show |
| Event lighting, staging & pro audio | Prolight + Sound |
| Asia AV growth & education tech | AVX Live |
| Learning remotely / budget-friendly | LAVNCH WEEK |
Final Thoughts
If you’re serious about staying ahead in the AV world, attending at least one of these conferences is a game-changer. Whether you’re into immersive projection mapping, corporate AV, streaming production, or lighting and audio for events—there’s an AV expo tailored to your niche.
For 2025 and beyond, expect an even stronger focus on:
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AI integration in AV gear
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Sustainability and green installs
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Remote access and AV over IP
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Immersive, hybrid-ready experiences
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