GIS and Geography Conferences

GIS and geography conferences offer both a learning and networking environment for professionals and academics in geography, GIS, remote sensing, cartography, and related fields. These events provide an ideal environment for people in the geospatial niche to share their latest findings, discuss industry trends, and connect with other GIS professionals.

Listed here are upcoming geography, GIS, remote sensing, and geography events, conferences, and webinars. Always check the conference page for the latest information for any particular event.  

How to submit a GIS or geography event

Events and conferences (please do not submit courses) can be submitted via this form for listing on this page.

June 2025

Hexagon LIVE 2025

  • Date: June 16–19, 2025
  • Location: Las Vegas, NV, USA
  • An international conference focusing on digital reality solutions, including GIS technologies, Hexagon LIVE provides a platform for learning about cutting-edge geospatial solutions.

State of the Map US

  • Date: June 19–21, 2025
  • Location: Boston, MA, USA
  • State of the Map US is the largest gathering of OpenStreetMap community members from across the country. This year we’re spotlighting the successes and challenges of mobility mapping with the theme “Charting the Course”.

July 2025

Esri User Conference

  • Date: July 14–18, 2025 
  • Location: San Diego, California, USA 
  • Join your peers at the world’s largest GIS conference. Be inspired at the Plenary Session, discover solutions, and gain new insights from user presentations and technical workshops. 

August 2025

International Geographic Commission – Urban Commission Annual Conference

  • Date: August 11-15, 2025 
  • Location: Stellenbosch, South Africa 
  • The Urban Commission of the International Geographical Union (IGU-UGI) in collaboration with the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies, Stellenbosch University, South Africa is pleased to invite you to the 2025 Annual IGU-Urban Conference.

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