Skift Global Forum 2026
Where travel leaders shape the future
Sep 22–24, 2026 · New York City, United States
Is Skift Global Forum right for you?
Trade only. Tour operators, DMCs, OTAs and suppliers come here to do business, not to be sold to. If you don't sell B2B, skip it.
About Skift Global Forum 2026
Skift Global Forum bills itself as the most powerful room in global travel, and the make-up backs it: around 940 attendees, 76% of them director level or above, from 590 companies across 24 industries and 40 countries. This is not a trade-show floor, it is a high-end strategy conference where travel's top leaders pressure-test assumptions and set direction. Expect Skift Stage panels, expert-guided roundtables, breakouts and evening receptions rather than booths. It runs in New York each September. For founders, executives and anyone tracking where the industry is heading, the value is the room itself, the calibre of who you sit next to, more than transactional buying.
What makes it different
Skift Global Forum is where travel’s top leaders come together to pressure-test assumptions and define future strategies.
Why attend
- Meet top travel leaders
- Gain insights into industry trends
- Participate in networking opportunities
- Engage in expert-led discussions
Who exhibits
- •Travel brands
- •Hospitality firms
- •Technology providers
- •Airlines
Who attends
- •Travel leaders
- •Hospitality professionals
- •Executives from various industries
Sectors
Skift Global Forum 2026 — FAQ
When is Skift Global Forum 2026?
Skift Global Forum 2026 takes place Sep 22–24, 2026.
Where is Skift Global Forum held?
North Javits Center, New York City, United States.
Who is Skift Global Forum for?
Trade only. Tour operators, DMCs, OTAs and suppliers come here to do business, not to be sold to. If you don't sell B2B, skip it.
How big is Skift Global Forum?
~1,500 senior leaders.
Is Skift Global Forum worth attending?
Skift Global Forum is where travel’s top leaders come together to pressure-test assumptions and define future strategies.
Verified 2026-06-26 · source
Dates, registration & tickets
Sep 22–24, 2026 · North Javits Center, New York City. For registration, exhibitor packages and the latest programme, go to the official site.
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