Software Testing Conferences in 2026

The 2026 calendar is already filling up with a wide range of software testing conferences happening across the globe. From large international gatherings to more focused, community-driven events, there are plenty of opportunities to explore new ideas, sharpen your skills, and stay current in an ever-evolving industry. Each conference brings its own unique perspective, featuring experienced practitioners and thought leaders who share insights, real-world lessons, and emerging trends in quality engineering.

Not every event will be equally relevant to everyone—and that’s perfectly fine. The value you get from a conference often depends on where you are in your career and what you want to achieve next. Whether you’re diving deeper into automation, exploring AI in testing, or strengthening your fundamentals, it makes sense to be selective and intentional about which events you attend.

Realistically, attending every conference on the list isn’t feasible. They’re spread across different countries, time zones, and schedules. But even attending one or two well-chosen events can have a significant impact. The right conference can inspire new ideas, connect you with like-minded professionals, and help you stay aligned with the latest developments in software testing.

In this post, you’ll find a curated list of software testing conferences taking place in 2026 to help you decide which ones are worth adding to your calendar.

April 2026

QA Europe 2026 – Warsaw, Poland (Apr 15)

QonfX Berlin – Berlin, Germany (Apr 23)

STAREAST 2026 – Orlando, USA + Online (Apr 26 – May 1)

May 2026

Romania QualityConnect -Cluj-Napoca, Romania (May 6–7)

SeleniumConf & AppiumConf 2026 – Valencia, Spain (May 6–8)

WeTest Athens – Greece (May 12)

International Software Quality Days – Vienna, Austria (May 19–21)

Test Coast 2026 – Gothenburg, Sweden (May 21)

expo:QA 2026 – Madrid, Spain (May 26–28)

A4Q Global Testing Summit – Online (May 27-28)

June 2026

Nordic Testing Days – Tallinn, Estonia (Jun 3–5)

TestNet 2026 – Nieuwegein, Netherlands (Jun 5)

EuroSTAR 2026 – Oslo, Norway (Jun 15–18)

July 2026

Human-Centred Testing Conference – London, UK (Jul 7)

National Software Testing Conference – London, UK (Jul 14–15)

AITest 2026 (AI Testing) – Fukuoka, Japan (Jul 27–30)

August 2026

ICSTP 2026 – Amsterdam, Netherlands (Aug 3–4)

CAST 2026 – Florida, USA (Aug 3–5)

Testing Talks Sydney – Australia (Aug 6)

September 2026

Targeting Quality 2026 – Canada (Sep 21–22)

Tesena Fest 2026 – Prague, Czech Republic (Sep 24–25)

Test Automation & DevOps Arena (TADA) 2026 – Warsaw, Poland (Sep 14-15)

October 2026

MoTaCon 2026 – Brighton, UK (Oct 1)

SEETEST 2026 – Ljubljana, Slovenia (Oct 5–7)

Testing Ground Conference 2026 – Warsaw, Poland (Oct 5–6)

HUSTEF 2026 – Budapest, Hungary (Oct 6–8)

Testing Talks Melbourne – Australia (Oct 8)

PNSQC 2026 – Portland, USA (Oct 12–14)

QA&TEST Embedded Systems Conference — Bilbao, Spain (Oct 14–16)

DSTB Quality Beacon – Copenhagen, Denmark (Oct 20–21)

TestCon Europe 2026 – Vilnius, Lithuania (Oct 20–23)

CypressConf 2026 — Online (Oct 20–22)

QA: Challenge Accepted – Sofia, Bulgaria (Oct 24)

Testing Portugal Conference – Lisbon, Portugal (Oct 27)

November 2026

AutomationSTAR 2026 – Antwerp, Belgium (Nov 4–5)

Testing Assembly – Helsinki, Finland (Nov 4–5)

TestWarez 2026 – Sopot, Poland (Nov 4–6)

Software-QS-Tag 2026 – Frankfurt, Germany (Nov 11–12)

Tokyo Test Fest — Tokyo, Japan (Nov 12–13)

Testing United – Copenhagen, Denmark (Nov 23-24)

As you plan your conference calendar for 2026, I’d love to hear your perspective. Which events are you considering attending – and what’s driving your choice? Is it the speakers, specific topics, location, or networking opportunities?

Maybe there’s a conference you’ve attended before that you’d highly recommend to others. Feel free to share your thoughts, experiences, or even your wishlist in the comments. Your insights might help someone else discover their next great learning opportunity.

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