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Where AI Meets the World: Upcoming Machine Learning Conferences (Nov 2025‑2026)
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Where AI Meets the World: Upcoming Machine Learning Conferences (Nov 2025‑2026)

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From large language models to generative AI and data‑mining systems, the pace of machine‑learning research continues to accelerate. If you are planning your travel schedule for the coming months, there are several major conferences happening after October 2025 that will bring together researchers and practitioners from around the globe. Below are some of the most notable events, listed chronologically, with their dates, locations, core themes and links to their pages on WorkWander.

Late 2025

  • EMNLP 2025 (Empirical Methods in Natural Language Processing)

    • Dates: 5-9 November 2025
    • Location: Suzhou International Expo Centre, Suzhou, China
    • Focus: Natural language processing and machine learning
    • Why go: EMNLP is one of the premier venues for NLP research. The conference covers language models, datasets and applications. Attendees can experience the modern waterfront city of Suzhou and explore its historic canals.
    • Link: https://workwander.tech/conference/emnlp

  • ICAPS 2025 (International Conference on Automated Planning and Scheduling)

    • Dates: 9-14 November 2025
    • Location: Melbourne Connect, Melbourne, Australia
    • Focus: Planning, scheduling and artificial intelligence
    • Why go: ICAPS brings together researchers working on reasoning about actions, time and resources. It has tracks ranging from algorithms to real‑world robotics and transportation applications.
    • Link: https://workwander.tech/conference/icaps

  • CIKM 2025 (Conference on Information and Knowledge Management)

    • Dates: 10-14 November 2025
    • Location: COEX, Seoul, South Korea
    • Focus: Data mining, knowledge management and machine learning
    • Why go: CIKM sits at the intersection of data science and AI. It welcomes papers on algorithms, systems and applications for big‑data analytics. The venue in Seoul offers the chance to experience Korean culture while networking with an international community.
    • Link: https://workwander.tech/conference/cikm

  • ICDM 2025 (IEEE International Conference on Data Mining)

    • Dates: 12-15 November 2025
    • Location: Capital Hilton, Washington, DC, USA
    • Focus: Data mining and machine learning
    • Why go: ICDM is a flagship conference for researchers developing algorithms and systems for discovering patterns from large datasets. The 2025 edition features a wide range of workshops on topics from biomedical data mining to computational gastronomy.
    • Link: https://workwander.tech/conference/icdm

  • EurIPS 2025 (European Conference on Neural Information Processing Systems)

    • Dates: 3-5 December 2025
    • Location: Bella Center, Copenhagen, Denmark
    • Focus: Machine learning and artificial intelligence
    • Why go: EurIPS is a NeurIPS‑endorsed event aimed at bringing top‑tier AI research to Europe. It offers a platform to present leading papers in deep learning, theory and applications, especially for those who cannot travel to the main NeurIPS conference. The host city of Copenhagen combines modern Scandinavian design with historic charm.
    • Link: https://workwander.tech/conference/eurips

Early 2026

  • AAAI 2026 (AAAI Conference on Artificial Intelligence)

    • Dates: 20-27 January 2026
    • Location: Singapore EXPO, Singapore
    • Focus: Broad artificial intelligence, including ethics and machine learning
    • Why go: AAAI is one of the oldest and most comprehensive AI conferences. It spans topics from planning and knowledge representation to fairness and governance. Held in vibrant Singapore, attendees can enjoy diverse cuisine and explore attractions like Gardens by the Bay.
    • Link: https://workwander.tech/conference/aaai

  • WSDM 2026 (ACM International Conference on Web Search and Data Mining)

    • Dates: 22-26 February 2026
    • Focus: Web search, recommendation systems and data mining
    • Why go: WSDM blends information retrieval and machine learning, with emphasis on search engines, recommender systems and social media analysis. It attracts both academics and industry practitioners. (Venue information is forthcoming.)
    • Link: https://workwander.tech/conference/wsdm

  • VISIGRAPP 2026 (Conference on Computer Vision, Imaging and Computer Graphics)

    • Dates: 9-11 March 2026
    • Location: Marbella Convention Center, Marbella, Spain
    • Focus: Computer vision, graphics and visualization
    • Why go: VISIGRAPP unites multiple conferences under one registration, covering vision, graphics and imaging. Presentations include theory, algorithms and applications in areas like 3D reconstruction and mobile vision. Marbella’s Mediterranean coastline offers a scenic backdrop for networking.
    • Link: https://workwander.tech/conference/visigrapp

  • EACL 2026 (European Chapter of the Association for Computational Linguistics)

    • Dates: 24-29 March 2026
    • Focus: Natural language processing and computational linguistics
    • Why go: EACL focuses on European contributions to NLP research. It features work on language models, linguistics and social aspects of language technology. (The conference location is to be announced.)
    • Link: https://workwander.tech/conference/eacl

  • ICLR 2026 (International Conference on Learning Representations)

    • Dates: 23-27 April 2026
    • Location: Rio de Janeiro
    • Focus: Machine learning and representation learning
    • Why go: ICLR is renowned for deep learning and neural network research. It welcomes theoretical advances and practical applications alike. The Brazilian host city promises rich culture and stunning landscapes.
    • Link: https://workwander.tech/conference/iclr

  • AISTATS 2026 (International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Statistics)

    • Dates: 2-5 May 2026
    • Focus: AI, statistics and machine learning
    • Why go: AISTATS bridges the gap between statistics and AI. Researchers discuss methods for probabilistic modeling, Bayesian learning and data analysis. (Venue information is forthcoming.)
    • Link: https://workwander.tech/conference/aistats

  • LREC 2026 (Language Resources and Evaluation Conference)

    • Dates: 11-16 May 2026
    • Location: Palau de Congressos de Palma, Palma de Mallorca, Spain
    • Focus: Language resources and computational linguistics
    • Why go: LREC is the major biennial event for language resources and evaluation. It features tutorials and workshops along with the main conference and attracts a global community working on datasets, corpora and NLP tools. Palma de Mallorca’s seaside setting adds a vacation vibe to your conference trip.
    • Link: https://workwander.tech/conference/lrec

  • KDD 2026 (ACM SIGKDD Conference on Knowledge Discovery and Data Mining)

    • Dates: 9-13 August 2026
    • Location: International Convention Center Jeju, Jeju, South Korea
    • Focus: Data mining, data science and AI
    • Why go: KDD is the premier conference for data mining and analytics. It presents breakthroughs in algorithms, systems and real‑world applications. Jeju Island’s volcanic landscapes and beaches make it an appealing destination for mixing research and relaxation.
    • Link: https://workwander.tech/conference/kdd

  • ICDAR 2026 (International Conference on Document Analysis and Recognition)

    • Dates: 30 August-4 September 2026
    • Location: TU Wien, Vienna, Austria
    • Focus: Document analysis, natural language processing and image processing
    • Why go: ICDAR focuses on AI for documents, handwriting and OCR. It brings together computer vision and NLP researchers to discuss the future of document understanding. Vienna’s rich history and architecture offer plenty to explore outside the conference.
    • Link: https://workwander.tech/conference/icdar

Final Thoughts

The rest of 2025 and 2026 will feature a diverse slate of AI and machine‑learning conferences across Asia, Europe and North America. Each event offers a chance not only to present and learn the latest research but also to experience new cities and cultures. Whether you are interested in language models, planning algorithms, deep learning or data mining, there is a destination waiting for you. Check out the linked conference pages on WorkWander for more details, and start planning your next AI adventure.

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