Mining Indaba 2026 - Cape Town, South Africa
2026-02-09 08:00 - 2026-02-12 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Cape Town International Convention Center, Cape Town, South Africa
Mining Indaba returns in 2026 to Cape Town for Africa’s largest mining conference and a key event for mining professionals, investors, and industry leaders looking to capitalize on the vast opportunities in the continent’s mining sector.

The conference in 2026 will be held under the theme “Stronger together: Progress through partnerships,” reflecting the fact that mining in Africa thrives when governments, businesses, communities, and innovators come together.

The conference serves as a premier meeting place for networking, deal-making and discussions on topics such as technological advancements in mining, sustainable mining practices, and investment opportunities in African mining projects.

Mining Critical Minerals & Clean Energy India Conference and Exhibition - Mumbai
2026-02-10 08:00 - 2026-02-11 17:00 | JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, Mumbai, India
The Mining Critical Minerals & Clean Energy India Conference and Exhibition comes to Mumbai in February, when more than 400 senior level executives from international organizations, governments and stakeholders from over 20 countries are expected to attend.

MINEXCHANGE 2026 - Salt Lake City, Utah
2026-02-22 08:00 - 2026-02-25 17:00 | Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
The Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration’s (SME) MINEXCHANGE 2026 conference will host mining professionals from around the world to explore the latest in technology, sustainability and operations.
This year highlight symposium is the “Resilient Energy in Mining – Balancing Tradition and Transformation.” Networking events and field excursions round out the experience, offering actionable ideas, professional development credits and industry partnerships
Attendees can choose from short-courses and technical sessions covering exploration, permitting processing and digital innovation.
MINEXCHANGE’s trade-expo floor is to features more than 800 exhibitors showcasing products and solutions.

Red Cloud's Pre-PDAC Mining Showcase - Toronto
2026-02-26 08:00 - 2026-02-27 17:00 | The OMNI King Edward Hotel, Toronto, Canada
Red Cloud brings its 2026 in-person Pre-PDAC Mining Showcase in February. This year’s conference will feature keynote speakers & mining companies.
The two-day event will feature presentations, one-on-one meetings and networking opportunities.

Metals Investor Forum - Toronto
2026-02-27 08:00 - 2026-02-28 17:00 | Delta Hotel, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Join 58 leading companies and 10 high-profile keynote speakers for Toronto Metals Investor Forum just before PDAC.
The speaker lineup includes Eric Coffin (HRA Advisories), Joe Mazumdar (Exploration Insights), Brien Lundin (Gold Newsletter), Jay Taylor (J Tylor’s Gold, Energy & Tech Stocks) and many others.

PDAC 2026 – Toronto
2026-03-01 08:00 - 2026-03-04 17:00 | Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto, Canada
The world’s top mineral exploration and mining convention – the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) – returns to Toronto in March 2026.
The annual, award-winning PDAC Convention brings together up to 30,000 attendees from more than 130 countries for its educational programming, networking events, business opportunities and fun.
Since it began in 1932, the convention has grown in size, stature and influence. Today, it is the event of choice for the world’s mineral industry hosting more than 1,100 exhibitors and 700 speakers.

4th ITA Conference on International Arbitration in the Mining Sector - Toronto
2026-03-04 08:00 - 2026-03-05 17:00 | The OMNI King Edward Hotel, Toronto, Canada
The Institute for Transnational Arbitration brings its Conference on International Arbitration in the Mining Sector to Toronto in March for its fourth edition.
The two-day event focuses on various aspects of arbitration in the mining sector through panel discussions, keynotes and networking events.

Mines and Money - Miami, Fla.
2026-03-08 08:00 - 2026-03-10 17:00 | James L. Knight Center, Miami, FL, United States
Mines and Money comes to Miami in March to discuss trends in the industry and at the policy level affecting the United States. Explore and enhance knowledge on domestic production, the competitive Chinese mineral monopoly and problems in supply chains for the technology, energy, and defence sectors.

MiningNews Select - Sydney
2026-03-10 08:00 - 2026-03-11 17:00 | Sydney Masonic Centre, Sydney, Australia
MiningNews Select is to feature some of the best ‘under-the-radar’ resources companies that are focused on critical minerals and gold.
Resource investors can connect directly with mining companies and explore their projects for potential investment, with more than 400 investor meetings planned between 250 private and institutional investors across 20 mining projects.

Botswana Mining & Energy Conference and Expo - Gaborone
2026-03-16 08:00 - 2026-03-17 17:00 | Gaborone Hall, Boipuso Fairgrounds, Gaborone, Botswana
The Botswana Mining & Energy Conference and Expo is to this year highlight commodities processing, mining investment trends, exploration opportunities, and sustainability goals, among many other themes.
This year, the conference is introducing a dedicated session focused exclusively on solar, batteries and energy storage, which play a critical role in clean energy transformation in Botswana.
More than 70 exhibitors from across the mineral resources ecosystem are expected to attend, as well as more than 1,200 senior level executives from international organizations, governments and stakeholders from more than 30 countries for two days of partnering, networking and business matching.

Swiss Mining Institute – Zurich, Switzerland
2026-03-18 08:00 - 2026-03-19 17:00 | The Dolder Grand, Zurich, Switzerland
The Swiss Mining Institute’s March invitation-only conference is to feature high quality, independent perspectives from experts within the resources sector together with presentations from more than mining companies. SMI invites more than 1,000 asset managers, portfolio managers, fund managers and other professional investors from all over the world.

Mining & Critical Minerals Korea Conference - Seoul, South Korea
2026-03-26 | Conrad Seoul, Seoul, Korea, Republic of
This year’s Mining & Critical Minerals Korea Conference is to focus on the global energy transition as it seeks to deliver a clean energy future that depends heavily on critical minerals, the security of the supply chain decreasing dependence on fossil fuels.
The conference will also focus on mining investment trends, exploration opportunities, base and bulk metals, financing models, ESG and many other themes.
Organizers expect more than 180 senior level executives from international organizations, governments and stakeholders from more than 20 countries to attend.

Alaska Miners Association Fairbanks Conference & Trade Show
2026-04-06 08:00 - 2026-04-09 17:00 | Carlson Center, Fairbanks, AK, United States
The Fairbanks Convention and Trade Show expects to draw more than 600 attendees representing the Alaska mining family.
Convention week includes many networking events, the largest mining trade show in the state, representatives from all operating mines and potential mining development projects in Alaska, educational short courses and technical sessions.

Ontario Mineral Exploration Showcase 2026 - Thunder Bay, Ont.
2026-04-08 08:00 - 2026-04-09 17:00 | Valhalla Inn, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
The North West Ontario Prospectors Association (NWOPA) presents the NWOPA Showcase in Thunder Bay under the theme “30 Years of Highlighting the Exploration of Northwest Ontario.”
The two-day event will celebrate three decades of mineral exploration, prospecting, and industry development across the region, while bringing together prospectors, exploration companies, industry professionals, and stakeholders to highlight past successes and future opportunities in Northwestern Ontario’s mineral sector.

Mining & Critical Minerals Middle East Conference & Exhibition - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2026-04-13 08:00 - 2026-04-14 17:00 | DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai M Square Hotel & Residences, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The Mining and Critical Minerals Middle East Conference and Exhibition is the region’s largest critical minerals, commodities, clean energy and low carbon technologies exhibition.
​​The two-day conference will highlight critical minerals processing, mining investment trends, exploration opportunities, precious, base & bulk metals, ESG and many other themes.
More than 800 senior level executives from international organizations, governments and stakeholders from more than 30 countries are expected to attend two days of partnering, networking and business matching.

The BC Critical Minerals Forum - Vancouver
2026-04-14 08:00 - 2026-04-15 17:00 | Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, Vancouver, Canada
The BC Critical Minerals Forum is to bring together the key decision-makers from mining, finance, government and First Nations to discuss the opportunities and challenges for realizing the province’s full potential for critical minerals and their role in supporting security of supply, resilience and economic prosperity.
The Forum will highlight the strategies needed to move projects from ambition to execution. Sessions will examine financing pathways, Indigenous-led partnership and ownership models, infrastructure and transmission expansion, permitting alignment, and opportunities to build midstream capacity to support a resilient and competitive supply chain.

MINEX Kazakhstan 2026 - Astana
2026-04-14 08:00 - 2026-04-16 17:00 | Radisson Hotel Astana, Astana, Kazakhstan
MINEX Kazakhstan serves as a vital compass for navigating the increasingly capital-intensive and technologically sophisticated landscape of the mining industry. The forum’s central mission is to cultivate a professional arena for open dialogue among government entities, national corporations, international investors, and technological innovators — seeking collective answers to both global and domestic challenges facing the sector.
In the context of the entry into force of the new Tax Code and large-scale amendments to the subsoil legislation, the 2026 forum acts as an “unbiased intermediary.” Its independent status makes it possible to objectively discuss the most pressing issues, from the risks of monopolization of strategic sectors to the real readiness of the service market for increased obligations.

Swiss Mining Institute – Panama City, Panama
2026-04-15 08:00 - 2026-04-16 17:00 | TBA, Kolwezi, Congo, Democratic Republic of the
The Swiss Mining Institute’s April invitation-only conference will be hosted in Panama City. The event will feature high quality, independent perspectives from experts within the resources sector together with presentations from more than mining companies. SMI invites more than 1,000 asset managers, portfolio managers, fund managers and other professional investors from all over the world.

Resourcing Tomorrow - Hong Kong
2026-04-16 08:00 - 2026-04-17 17:00 | Four Seasons Hotel, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Resourcing Tomorrow Hong Kong returns in April for two days of connecting mining companies, investors, governments and solution providers in a commercial setting designed to turn conversations into action — from capital deployment and project development to offtake agreements and supply-chain collaboration.

As the Asia-based edition of the flagship Resourcing Tomorrow London event, the event brings together senior decision-makers shaping projects, investment strategies and critical minerals supply chains across Hong Kong, China and the wider region.

Nunavut Mining Symposium - Iqaluit
2026-04-20 08:00 - 2026-04-22 17:00 | Aqsarniit Hotel & Conference Centre, Iqaluit, Canada
The Nunavut Mining Symposium returns this year at the Aqsarniit Hotel with some sessions at the Frobisher Inn.
The event will feature keynote speakers, information sessions, and a trade show on issues related to mining and exploration in Nunavut.

Central MinEx 2026 - Gander, N.L.
2026-04-20 08:00 - 2026-04-23 17:00 | Steele Community Centre, Gander, Newfoundland, Canada
The fourth annual Central MinEx returns in April to Gander and will feature a trade show of industry developers, suppliers, operators, prospectors and many others.
The event is to feature an educational technical program that aims to give updates on mining developments, showcase advancements in technology and work, and show the larger picture of how the mining industry is changing and improving our communities.

Women in Mining National Conference - Tucson, Ariz.
2026-04-20 08:00 - 2026-04-23 17:00 | Tucson Convention Center, Tucson, AZ, United States
The 2026 Women in Mining National Conference comes to Tucson in April for three days of connection, inspiration and real conversations.
In line with the theme “Authentic Impact: Mining for Generations” is a call to honour the legacy of those who came before us, amplify the voices shaping the present, and build a more inclusive, resilient future for everyone in mining.

International Mining Geology Conference 2026 - Brisbane, Australia
2026-04-21 08:00 - 2026-04-22 17:00 | Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Brisbane, Australia
Hosted by the AusIMM, the IMG2026 conference will bring together mining and geology professionals from around the world to explore cutting-edge techniques in orebody modelling, resource development and sustainable practices
The conference program features keynote presentations, interactive technical sessions, and an exhibition floor showcasing leading-edge services and technology.

Water in Mining Global Summit - Vancouver
2026-04-21 08:00 - 2026-04-22 17:00 | Vancouver Convention Center, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
The mining industry’s leading executives, engineers, regulators, communities and innovators will attend the Water in Mining Summit in Vancouver to tackle the sector’s most critical and complex challenges: managing water across mining operations with sustainability, community engagement and technical excellence.
Backed by industry research and insights from an expert advisory board, this three-day event will address both technical and strategic challenges under the guiding themes of innovation, resilience, and collaboration.

Critical Minerals North America Conference & Exhibition - New York City
2026-04-23 08:00 - 2026-04-24 17:00 | TBA, Kolwezi, Congo, Democratic Republic of the
​The Critical Minerals North America Conference & Exhibition will examine all facets of the mining and exploration ecosystem, as well as investment strategies, new technologies, First Nations and community engagement and ESG.
​​​More than 300 senior level executives from international organizations, governments and stakeholders from more than 20 countries are expected to attend for two days of partnering, networking and business matching.

25th WPC Energy Congress - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2026-04-26 08:00 - 2026-04-30 17:00 | Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The 25th edition of the WPC Energy Congress comes to Riyadh for the first time in April.
More than 25,000 guests are expected to attend, including global energy leaders, policymakers and innovators.
This is a defining moment for the global energy ecosystem, as the Kingdom takes centre stage in shaping energy dialogue, investment, and breakthrough innovation.

Expo Cobre 2026 - Lima, Peru
2026-04-27 08:00 - 2026-04-29 17:00 | Jockey Exhibition Center, Lima, Peru
The Expo Cobre conference returns this year with more than 200 exhibiting companies, international leaders, and 10,000 sq. metres of exhibition space setting the course for the future of copper worldwide.
The event has quickly become the must-attend international exhibition showcasing machinery, equipment, products, services and supplies for the copper mining industry.

9th Annual First Nations Major Project Coalition - Toronto
2026-04-29 08:00 - 2026-05-01 17:00 | Sheraton Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
The ninth annual First Nations Major Project Coalition (FNMPC 2026) comes to Toronto in the spring to bring together Indigenous leaders, business, and government to shape lasting prosperity.
More than 1,800 delegates from Indigenous Nations, government, industry, and finance are expected to join the event, where assumptions will be challenged, knowledge shared, and real-world solutions will be advanced.
As Canada redefines its economic, political, and environmental relationships beyond North America, it’s clear that Indigenous principles and leadership must guide the path forward—ensuring today’s decisions create lasting benefits for today and the next seven generations.

CIM CONNECT 2026 - Vancouver
2026-05-03 08:00 - 2026-05-06 17:00 | Vancouver Convention Centre, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
In May, 2026, CIM CONNECT 2026 will bring together thousands of mining professionals from across the globe to explore the technologies, leadership, and sustainable practices defining the next century of mining innovation.

With technical sessions, high-level panels, and a world-class exhibition floor, CIM CONNECT is where the industry comes together to connect ideas with action.

Metals Investor Forum - Vancouver
2026-05-08 08:00 - 2026-05-09 17:00 | JW Marriot Parq, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
The Metals Investor Forum connects serious investors with handpicked, high-potential companies personally selected by leading newsletter editors — often before they appear on the radar of mainstream markets.
Join such industry experts as Eric Coffin (HRA Advisories), Joe Mazumdar (Exploration Insights), Jeff Clark (Paydirt Prospector), Chen Lin (What is Chen Buying? What is Chen Selling?) and many others at this an exclusive, high-impact event at the JW Marriott Parq.
