16 Top Design Conferences in Winter 2019–2020
The hardest thing in winter is to overcome the desire to spend all the time covered in a cozy blanket and sipping an extra-large mug of cocoa and finally start doing something useful for yourself. That’s why we prepared a list of the most interesting design conferences from all over the globe that will be held in winter 2019–2020. We’re sure that at least a few of them will make your eyes sparkle with a desire to leave home and attend the conf (you can bring a blanket with you anyway though).
December 2019
UX+DEV SUMMIT 2019
Date: December 6, 2019
Location: Fort Lauderdale (South Florida), Florida United States
A one day, jammed packed event, where developers, designers, and product teams get together to discuss, network, and engage in learning the latest trends the industry has to offer, all from a UX and DEV perspective!
Learn more: http://2019.uxdsummit.com/
UX Summit 19
Date: December 7, 2019
Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
At the end of the year, the UX Summit returns. This year the conference will be divided into three tracks; one of the main talks, another of workshops and a third with a mix of shorter talks and workshops.
For this edition, they will double the number of attendees and will be able to offer more talks and workshops.
Learn more: http://interaction-designba.org/ux-summit-19/
An Event Apart
Date: December 9–11, 2019
Location: San Francisco, United States
Since 2006, the leading web design/front-end conference for mobile/UX/product designers & developers in Seattle, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, Denver, DC.
An Event Apart San Francisco is a three-day conference with 17 sessions and an intense focus on digital design, UX, content, code, and more, giving you deep insights into where we are now and where things are going next.
Learn more: https://aneventapart.com/event/san-francisco-2019
Savvy UX Summit
Date: December 12–13, 2019
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Savvy UX Summit is an annual User Experience (UX) and insights conference host by UXTesting Inc.
In 2019, the two-day summit features over 15 insightful talks from Big Tech companies and industry-leading corporates. These professionals will be sharing from their personal insights and industry trends how “future technology” and data is reshaping user experience in the fast-changing digital world.
Learn more: https://www.savvyuxsummit.com/
January 2020
In/Visible Talks 2020
Date: January 16, 2020
Location: San Francisco, United States
In/Visible Talks is a conference for creative professionals that celebrates the art of design. The theme for the 3rd edition is ‘GO BEYOND’. Go beyond the expected perspectives, guardrails, materials, and thinking.
Learn more: neonmoire.com/event/772/in-visible-talks-2020
HalfStack Phoenix 2020
Date: January 17, 2020
Location: Phoenix, AZ, United States
Shifting now specifically to web design, HalfStack is a UI-focused conference taking place in January of next year. Specifically for JavaScript enthusiasts, this one-day event will provide a fun and relaxed environment to learn about all things in UI. 170 front-end, web, mobile and IoT developers are due to attend.
Learn more: https://halfstackconf.com/phoenix/
New Adventures 2020
Date: January 22, 2020
Location: Nottingham, UK
New Adventures’ fifth adventure will explore speculative, strategic and critical design, radical inclusivity, climate and sustainability and the perennial question of what happens next.
New Adventures 2020 will form a clear narrative addressing significant issues facing humanity: the climate crisis and what design-minded practitioners can do about it; privilege and modern ethics; speculative design and the ways designers can encourage conversations to serve people better, and avoid ethical catastrophes in the future.
Learn more: newadventuresconf.com/2020
Awwwards Conference Tokyo 2020
Date: January 22–24, 2020
Location: Tokyo, Japan
The team behind Awwwards brings their The Digital Thinkers conference to an iconic city across the globe twice a year. The two-day event includes a conference and networking activities. It is about creating new experiences to sell more and to discover trends, new technologies, network and unveil the secrets of the Internet.
Learn more: conference.awwwards.com/
13th SIG Design Theory Paris Workshop
Date: January 27–28, 2020
Location: Paris, France
The conference will cover the following topics: design theory and other disciplines: AI, cognition, engineering sciences, data science, biology, physics, the value of design theory for practitioners, design theory and education, perception theory: reception and critic of design, the identity of objects, the economics of design and much more!
Learn more: https://designtheory.sciencesconf.org/
February 2020
Interaction 20
Date: February 2–7, 2020
Location: Milan, Italy
Interaction20 is the interaction design conference built around a global community — learn from, be inspired by and connect with interaction designers from all over the world. Three days of keynotes, workshops and talks.
Learn more: https://interaction20.ixda.org/
Domain Driven Design Europe 2020
Date: February 3–7, 2020
Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Domain Driven Design is a software modeling and design conference. The event promises to provide a very practical experience. That’s not to say that there won’t be expert talks (there’ll be many!) but the team will also be offering hands-on sessions, workshops, and modellathons. Additionally, this 2020 design conference offers a dedicated childcare service, a quiet room that can also be used for prayer and meditation, gender-inclusive bathrooms, and a robust code of conduct.
Learn more: https://dddeurope.com/2020/
Awwwards Conference Amsterdam 2020
Date: February 19–21, 2020
Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Every year Awwwards holds conferences in different iconic cities all over the world, from New York, Barcelona and Amsterdam, to London, Paris and LA our events unite the best agencies and thought leaders in the world of digital design.
Learn more: https://conference.awwwards.com/amsterdam
Mouvo vol. 5
Date: February 21–22, 2020
Location: Prague, Czech Republic
Mouvo, a combination of Mouches Volantes, is a two-day festival presenting motion design in all of its forms. The program shows the dynamic field of motion design, combining graphic design, animation, video, special effects and new technologies. Mouvo vol. 5 focuses on the entertaining aspects of motion design. Games, TV shows, music videos, live performances and also how to design by playing and having fun.
Learn more: https://mouvo.cz/
FITC Amsterdam
Date: February 24–25, 2020
Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Now in its 13th year, FITC Amsterdam features innovative, technical and creative talks that will inspire you to pursue your dreams and create your very best work. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with people who share your creative passion, whether in the exhibitor hall or at one of the legendary after-parties. These like-minded individuals who have the potential to become key collaborators throughout your career.
Learn more: fitc.ca/event/am20
Design Indaba Conference 2020
Date: February 26–28, 2020
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Design Indaba started as a conference in 1995 with the vision that creativity would fuel an economic revolution in South Africa. Design Indaba is about how creativity is creating a better world and present the most relevant talents across all creative sectors who are working on a better world. In 2020 Design Indaba celebrates its 25th anniversary in Cape Town, South Africa.
Learn more: designindaba.com/conference
LADFEST — Latin AmericanDesign
Date: February 27–29, 2020
Location: Lima, Peru
The sixth edition of Latin American Design Festival LADFEST, gathering in Lima with recognized designers from Latin America and the world. LADFEST will be held in Museo de la Nación in Lima. The festival features lectures, workshops, exhibitions, a design market, and young talent. A selection of the best Latin American designers and creatives up to 30 years old will present their projects at the festival.
Learn more: https://ladfest.org/
Originally written for Cadabra Studio blog
