{"id":97128,"date":"2024-01-18T08:26:48","date_gmt":"2024-01-18T08:26:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.airmeet.com\/hub\/?p=97128"},"modified":"2026-02-04T08:21:38","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T08:21:38","slug":"major-semiconductor-industry-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.airmeet.com\/hub\/blog\/major-semiconductor-industry-events\/","title":{"rendered":"Major Semiconductor Industry Events and Conferences in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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They affect almost every sector, whether for industrial applications, communication, healthcare, energy sector, Aerospace and defense, media and entertainment, or internet of things (IoT). Semiconductors have become integral to our lives, as they are included in every aspect of technology and industry.<\/p>

Hence, the importance of semiconductor industry is immense in today\u2019s world. As much as the semiconductor industry influences technology, it also holds immense economic significance. The industry is expected to grow from USD618 billion in 2022 to USD1 trillion in 2030. It means we are not just dependent on semiconductor industry for technology and industrial uses but also for our economic welfare. Even when we see a decline in this year’s growth rate, the future of semiconductor industry seems bright in long run.<\/p>

With so many new technological advancements coming our way, the semiconductor industry seems to have a very bright future in long run.\u00a0<\/p>

Benefits of Semiconductor Industry Events<\/b><\/h2>

With so much more potential in the industry, we cannot emphasize enough the importance of events in the semiconductor industry. As the industry touches a variety of other industries, these events not only bring good networking opportunities but also generate leads for the company. These events, which include conferences, trade shows, and expos, are the epitome of knowledge sharing and learning for professionals of all levels. These events showcase the latest products and innovations in the industry, making it highly valuable for attendees to gain a better understanding of the latest trends, technologies, and cutting edge developments in the industry. These events also let professionals and businesspersons come together under the same roof to exchange ideas, form collaborations, and even develop a long term connections that turn into partnerships.\u00a0<\/p>

Semiconductor Industry Events in 2026<\/b><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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January 2026<\/b><\/h3>

Event Name<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Date\/Location<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Overview<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Indo\u2013Taiwan Conference on Semiconductor Packaging & Testing<\/a><\/p><\/td>

29 to 31 January 2026<\/p>

Tamil Nadu, India<\/p><\/td>

It is a premier international forum bringing together leading experts, researchers, technologists, and industry professionals from India and Taiwan to explore the latest advancements in semiconductor packaging, testing methodologies, heterogeneous integration, and advanced electronic manufacturing.<\/p>

The conference will feature keynote speeches from global experts, technical sessions on packaging & testing technologies, pre-conference workshops, interactive panel discussions, and opportunities for academia\u2013industry networking.<\/p>

You will gain insights into emerging trends, including advanced packaging architectures, reliability testing, 3D IC integration, chiplet systems, AI-driven testing, and cleanroom manufacturing practices.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

February 2026<\/b><\/h3>

Event Name<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Date\/Location<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Overview<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

2026 IEEE International Solid- State Circuits Conference<\/a><\/p><\/td>

15 to 19 February 2026<\/p>

San Francisco, California, USA<\/p><\/td>

The event is the leading global platform for presenting breakthroughs in solid-state circuits and systems-on-chip.<\/p>

The conference will provide a unique opportunity for engineers working at the cutting edge of IC design and application to stay current with the latest technical developments and network with leading experts.\u00a0<\/p>

The 90-minute tutorials will go over the fundamentals of several circuit design topics while also providing some background knowledge. In the Advanced-Circuit-Design Forums, leading experts will present state-of-the-art design strategies in a workshop-like format.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Wafer-Level Packaging Symposium<\/a><\/p><\/td>

17 to 19 February 2026<\/p>

Burlingame, California, USA<\/p><\/td>

This conference will bring together leading experts from the semiconductor industry to examine all aspects of wafer and panel-level packaging, 3D device packaging, advanced manufacturing, and test technologies<\/p>

At the conference, you will get an opportunity to interact with the most recent technological and business trends in the field of packaging technology.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

March 2026<\/b><\/h3>

Event Name<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Date\/Location<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Overview<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Embedded World 2026<\/a><\/p><\/td>

10 to 12 March 2026<\/p>

Nuremberg, Germany<\/p><\/td>

The Embedded World Exhibition & Conference is a place where you will be able to meet and interact with the entire embedded community, including leading experts, key players, and industry associations.<\/p>

The conference will cover topics from components and modules to operating systems, hardware and software design, M2M communication, services, and various issues related to complex system design.<\/p>

The event will feature top-class speakers from research, development, and practice who will share their knowledge and experiencewith you. They will also discuss the state of the art and possible future developments in the industry.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

SNUG, Silicon Valley<\/a><\/p><\/td>

11, 12 March 2026<\/p>

Santa Clara, California, USA<\/p><\/td>

SNUG isknown for bringing engineers, designers, and thinkers together to network with technical experts and share best practices for addressing design and verification challenges using Synopsys technology.<\/p>

At this year’s conference, they feature topics aligned with the simulation world as part of our expanding content offerings and growing community.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

OFC 2026: Optical Fiber Communications Conference and Exhibition<\/a><\/p><\/td>

15 to 19 March 2026<\/p>

Los Angeles, California, USA<\/p><\/td>

This exhibition will feature more than 700 industry-leading companies representing the entire ecosystem of optical networking and communications.\u00a0<\/p>

Attendees will get the opportunity to explore groundbreaking technologies, innovative optical networking solutions, specialty fiber products, optical components, devices, systems, test equipment, and software.<\/p>

The event also includes unveiling leading trends that are defining the path of the industry and providing solutions to critical global problems such as quantum networking, artificial intelligence (AI), space optics, and data center connectivity.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

NVIDIA GTC<\/a><\/p><\/td>

16 March to 19 March 2026<\/p>

San Jose, California, USA &<\/p>

Virtual<\/p><\/td>

NVIDIA GTC is the premier global AI conference, bringing together developers, researchers, makers, and business leaders to discuss the next wave of AI innovation and real-world use cases.\u00a0<\/p>

From physical AI and AI factories to agentic AI and inference, GTC 2026 will highlight the innovations that will shape every sector, helping empower your industry to thrive.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

APEC 2026 (Applied Power Electronics Conference)<\/a><\/p><\/td>

22 to 26 March 2026<\/p>

San Antonio, Texas, USA<\/p><\/td>

The APEC Show is the largest power electronics show in North America, with nearly 300 companies participating as exhibitors exploring the latest products, solutions, and technologies that will shape the future.<\/p>

This year, they have put together a student mentoring program, student travel awards, a student job fair, and a student support program to increase student participation and grow them professionally.<\/p>

Along with technical sessions, industry presentations, and exhibitions, APEC 2026 will also offer networking opportunities so you can leave with new ideas, new collaborations, and renewed energy for your next job.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

IRPS, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/td>

22 to 26 March 2026<\/p>

Tucson, Arizona, USA<\/p><\/td>

The IEEE International Reliability Physics Symposium (IRPS) is the premier conference that will present new and original work in the area of microelectronics reliability.\u00a0<\/p>

The event will provide numerous opportunities for you to increase your knowledge and understanding of all aspects of microelectronics reliability. Plus, you will get an outstanding chance to meet and network with reliable colleagues from around the world. This conference is ideal for engineers and scientists.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

April 2026<\/b><\/h3>

Event Name<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Date\/Location<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Overview<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Design, Automation and Test in Europe<\/a><\/p><\/td>

20 to 22 April 2026<\/p>

Verona, Italy<\/p><\/td>

The DATE Young People Program (YPP) is an event designed to support the career development of young attendees and create networking opportunities for them to grow their professional network.<\/p>

The event involves major activities:<\/p>

  • A panel discussion about career perspectives, giving information about various career paths in industry, academia, and research.<\/li><\/ul>
    • A career fair where sponsoring companies, universities, and research centres present open positions and share their working culture. It also included an informal networking session, allowing you to exchange contacts and engage in open discussions.<\/li><\/ul>
      • A university fair where students can interact with attendees presenting their work and demos.<\/li><\/ul>
        • A PhD Forum where PhD will be able to showcase their research and get meaningful feedback from both academic experts and industry representatives.<\/li><\/ul><\/td><\/tr>

2026 MRS Spring Meeting & Exhibit<\/a><\/p><\/td>

26 April to 1 May\u00a0 2026<\/p>

Honolulu, Hawai<\/p><\/td>

The 2026 MRS Spring Meeting and Exposition, taking place in Honolulu, Hawaii, from April 26 to May 1, will bring together materials researchers from academia, industry, government, and national laboratories for a week of interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific exchange.\u00a0<\/p>

The meeting and expo will showcase advances in areas such as sustainable manufacturing, advanced characterization, and energy materials.<\/p>

Whether you are looking to present new research, explore emerging technologies, or connect with peers across disciplines, the 2026 MRS Spring Meeting will provide you with an extraordinary and unforgettable experience.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

User2User North America: Siemens<\/a><\/p><\/td>

28 April 2026<\/p>

Santa Clara, California, USA<\/p><\/td>

This is an event that allows you to learn, grow, and connect with fellow technical experts who design leading-edge products using Siemens Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools.<\/p>

Why attend this event<\/p>

  • You may know macro trends and innovation from industry leaders<\/li><\/ul>
    • You will be able to explore case studies demonstrating business results<\/li><\/ul>
      • You can network with like-minded peers in EDA<\/li><\/ul><\/td><\/tr>

SEMIExpo In The Heartland: Smart Manufacturing and Smart Mobility 2026<\/a><\/p><\/td>

29, 30 April 2026<\/p>

Milpitas, California, USA<\/p><\/td>

SEMIEXPO is an event dedicated to manufacturing, automotive electronics, and workforce development. The event brings together innovators, manufacturers, suppliers, and young talent from the semiconductor and microelectronics industries for two days of high-impact networking and industry insights.<\/p>

Attending this event, you will experience a curated program featuring keynote presentations, technical sessions, and interactive panels that will highlight the region\u2019s rapidly growing role in advanced manufacturing and chip innovation.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

May 2026<\/b><\/h3>

Event Name<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Date\/Location<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Overview<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

ASMC 2026: Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Conference<\/a><\/p><\/td>

11 to 16 May 2026<\/p>

Albany, NYC<\/p><\/td>

ASMC is the leading international technical conference that will discuss the solutions to improve the collective manufacturing expertise of the semiconductor industry.\u00a0<\/p>

The event will provide you with an unparalleled opportunity to network and learn the latest in the practical application of advanced manufacturing strategies and methodologies from semiconductor professionals.<\/p>

The ASMC conference is ideal for academia, fab managers, IC manufacturers, product managers, technical experts, process engineers, and operational managers.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

VOICE Developer Conference<\/a><\/p><\/td>

18 to 20 May 2026<\/p>

Scottsdale, Arizona, USA<\/p><\/td>

VOICE developer conference is a developer conference, created by test engineers for test engineers.<\/p>

They will bring the world’s leading integrated device manufacturers (IDMs), foundries, fabless semiconductor companies, and outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) providers to exchange information about the latest technology advancements, express new ideas, share best practices, and network.<\/p>

By attending this event, you will gain valuable insights into the newest test solutions and best practices, forge long-lasting relationships, learn about the latest and upcoming equipment and technology from Advantest, and much more.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

ECTC 2025: Electronic Components and Technology Conference<\/a><\/p><\/td>

26 to 29 May 2026<\/p>

Orlando, Florida, USA<\/p><\/td>

It is the ECTC’s 76th electronic components and technology conference that involves technical sessions, panels, interactive presentations, a high-energy exhibition floor, luncheons, evening receptions, and more.\u00a0<\/p>

Additionally, it provides numerous coffee breaks, enabling you to connect with peers and leaders from semiconductor and electronics manufacturing, foundries and OSATs, substrate and materials suppliers, equipment manufacturers, research institutions, design houses, and universities.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

June 2026<\/b><\/h3>

Event Name<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Date\/Location<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Overview<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Realize LIVE Americas<\/a><\/p><\/td>

1 to 4 June 2026<\/p>

Detroit, Michigan, USA<\/p><\/td>

It is a premium event where the brightest minds in manufacturing and design gather to share insights, collaborate on solutions, and explore the future of digital transformation, with a focus on the latest software innovations, best practices, and industry trends across various domains, including product design, manufacturing, and lifecycle management.<\/p>

The event will focus on key themes such as digital transformation, AI, sustainability, design & engineering, manufacturing, and the industrial metaverse.<\/p>

This event is ideal for engineers, designers, manufacturers, IT professionals, business leaders, and anyone involved in innovation and digital transformation initiatives.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

IEEE\/MTT-S International Microwave Symposium<\/a><\/p><\/td>

7 to 12 June 2026<\/p>

Boston, Massachusetts, USA<\/p><\/td>

The IEEE International MTT Symposia (IMS) is the world\u2019s<\/p>

premier RF\/microwave technical symposia and industry<\/p>

Exhibition.<\/p>

AT the event, you will connect with industry professionals, know the latest technology advancements, network with peers, and discover cutting-edge theories, tools, and techniques.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

July 2026<\/b><\/h3>

Event Name<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Date\/Location<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Overview<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

DAC: The Chips to Systems Conference<\/a><\/p><\/td>

26 to 29 July 2026<\/p>

San Francisco, California, USA<\/p><\/td>

DAC is a global event for chips to systems, offering outstanding training, education, exhibits, and superb networking opportunities for designers, researchers, tool developers, and vendors.<\/p>

It involves over 300 technical presentations and sessions where experts will offer information on recent developments and trends, management practices, and new products, methodologies, and technologies in the electronics industry.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

August 2026<\/b><\/h3>

Event Name<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Date\/Location<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Overview<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Flash Memory Summit<\/a><\/p><\/td>

4 to 6 August 2026<\/p>

Santa Clara, California, USA<\/p><\/td>

FMS is the event for the memory and storage industry that will catch up on the latest technologies, see the hottest products, and learn about what’s happening and where the latest trends are heading.\u00a0<\/p>

It has featured most high-level keynoters from leading companies, the largest exhibits, and the most sessions covering everything from applications and architectures through enterprise storage, controllers, and new technologies.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

September 2026<\/b><\/h3>

Event Name<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Date\/Location<\/b><\/p><\/td>

Overview<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

AI Infra Summit (formerly AI Hardware & Edge AI Summit)<\/a><\/p><\/td>

15 to 17 September 2026<\/p>

Santa Clara, California, USA<\/p><\/td>

AI Infra Summit is a premier full-stack AI infrastructure conference, which is divided into 4 parts: Hardware & Systems, Physical AI Infrastructure, Enterprise AI, and AI Data Center.<\/p>

It will feature speakers from top companies like Google, Nvidia, Semen\u2019s, Microsoft, and more. You will be offered valuable collaboration and networking opportunities.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Embedded World North America<\/a><\/p><\/td>

22 to 24 September 2026<\/p>

Anaheim, California, USA<\/p><\/td>

The event is designed to bring together engineers, system architects, firmware developers, and product leaders to explore the latest technologies, tools, and methodologies shaping the future of embedded innovation.<\/p>

Why attend this event<\/p>

  • Technical seminars led by experts<\/li><\/ul>
    • Discover cutting-edge products and solutions<\/li><\/ul>
      • Peer-to-peer networking<\/li><\/ul>
        • Engage in the breakout session<\/li><\/ul>
          • Opportunity to interact with decision makers, buyers, and engineers who help drive your business<\/li><\/ul><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

            October 2026<\/b><\/h3>

            Event Name<\/b><\/p><\/td>

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            Overview<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

            SEMICON West<\/a><\/p><\/td>

            13 to 15 October 2026<\/p>

            San Francisco, CA<\/p><\/td>

            This is a semiconductor event where industry leaders, startups, and researchers will come together, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, workforce development, and long-term investment. The event will highlight a strategic shift to further technological advancements and industry expansion.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

            November 2026<\/b><\/h3>

            Event Name<\/b><\/p><\/td>

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            SEMICON Europa<\/a><\/p><\/td>

            10 to 13 November 2026<\/p>

            Munich, Germany<\/p><\/td>

            SEMICON Europa is the strongest single event for electronics manufacturing in Europe. It will feature an exhibition hall where you can see companies’ newest machines and inventions.\u00a0<\/p>

            This event is ideal for business and technology leaders, researchers, and industry analysts from across the microelectronics supply chain, including engineers, executives, scientists, and more.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

            December 2026<\/b><\/h3>

            Event Name<\/b><\/p><\/td>

            Date\/Location<\/b><\/p><\/td>

            Overview<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

            IEEE International Electron Devices Meeting<\/a><\/p><\/td>

            12 to 16 December 2026<\/p>

            San Francisco, California, USA<\/p><\/td>

            It is an IEDm\u2019s 71st annual IEEE International Electron Device Meeting that will share the latest breakthroughs in technology. It involves short courses, tutorials, technical sessions, evening panel and many more.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t

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