Must-Attend Short-Term Rental Conferences and Events in 2026

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Must-Attend Short-Term Rental Conferences and Events in 2026
TL;DR- This global guide to Short-Term Rental Conferences in 2026 highlights where top industry players are meeting, from VRMA and SCALE to the Short Stay Summit, across the U.S., Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and online. A must-reference for property managers and hosts planning to attend industry events to stay informed, connect, and learn what’s working.

2026 sits at an interesting intersection for short-term rentals: clearer rules, changing platforms, and uneven but powerful demand.

Regulatory scrutiny is no longer limited to headline markets like France, Spain, or New York. Cities across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, including destinations like Maui, are stepping up enforcement. Booking platforms, meanwhile, continue to raise visibility standards, with AI increasingly influencing how guests find stays.

At the same time, 2026 brings strong upside, with a packed global events calendar from the FIFA World Cup to the Milan Winter Olympics driving sharp, event-led demand across multiple markets.

2026 is a year that might reward awareness as much as execution. Industry conferences remain one of the few places where operators can clearly see what’s changing and how others are responding.

How Industry Events Help Operators Grow, Connect, and Learn in One Setting

  • Connect with the right peers
     Meet operators and managers dealing with similar scale, challenges, and decisions.
  • Learn what’s actually working
    Hear real-world approaches and lessons from experienced industry professionals.
  • Get broader market perspective
     Step outside your own market and understand how others are navigating change.
  • Refine your strategy
    Time away from day-to-day operations helps you reassess priorities and plan ahead more clearly.

Below, you’ll find a curated list of short-term rental, vacation rental, and hospitality conferences taking place in 2026, to help you decide which events are most relevant to your business.

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2026 Short-Term Rental Conferences in the United States & North America

2026 Short-Term Rental Conferences in Europe & the UK

2026 Short-Term Rental Conferences in the Middle East

2026 Short-Term Rental Conferences in Asia & Asia-Pacific

2026 Short-Term Rental Conferences in Australia & New Zealand

Virtual & Online Short-Term Rental Events in 2026

In a year like 2026, industry events can be a useful way to step back and see how the landscape is actually shifting, across markets, business models, and operator strategies. 

Not every event will make sense for every operator, and that’s perfectly fine. The value comes from being selective and choosing conferences that match your portfolio size, geography, and current focus, whether that’s staying informed, refining how you operate, or thinking about what comes next.

This list is meant to be a practical planning resource. We’ll continue updating it as new events are announced or details change, so you can revisit it throughout the year and decide what’s worth your time.

If we’ve missed an event you think should be included, feel free to reach out us at [email protected]

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