Key Education Conferences in Asia 2026
Asia’s education calendar in 2026 includes major gatherings for international education, K-12 innovation, teacher professional development, ELT, and higher education research. Below is a practical list of standout conferences across the region, with confirmed dates and official event websites (where available).
APAIE 2026 Conference and Exhibition
Location: Hong Kong SAR, China
Dates: 23–27 February 2026
Website: https://apaie.net/conferences/apaie-2026/
APAIE is one of the region’s biggest international higher education meetings, connecting universities, policymakers, and education partners. Expect leadership sessions, mobility and partnership discussions, and a strong exhibition floor for global engagement.
The 6th Southeast Asian Conference on Education (SEACE 2026)
Location: Singapore (and Online)
Dates: 5–9 February 2026
Website: https://seace.iafor.org/
Organised by IAFOR, SEACE brings together researchers and practitioners to share regional and global perspectives on education. It’s a strong platform for papers, cross-sector dialogue, and international networking.
Education and Development Conference (EDC2026)
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Dates: 5–7 March 2026
Website: https://www.ed-conference.org/
A long-running international conference that welcomes educators, researchers, NGOs, and policymakers. EDC typically covers education practice, research, inclusion, and education’s role in sustainable development.
21st Century Learning Conference (21CLHK 2026)
Location: Hong Kong SAR, China
Dates: Pre-Conference: 11–12 March 2026; Main Conference: 13–14 March 2026
Website: https://www.21clconf.org/
ICEDU 2026 – 12th International Conference on Education
Location: Bali, Indonesia
Dates: 26–28 March 2026
Website: https://educationconference.tiikm.com/
ICEDU convenes educators and researchers to explore emerging ideas shaping teaching and learning. The 2026 theme highlights sustainable and inclusive education, with strong research sharing and networking opportunities.
The 12th Asian Conference on Education & International Development (ACEID 2026)
Location: Tokyo, Japan (and Online)
Dates: 22–27 March 2026
Website: https://aceid.iafor.org/
Another major IAFOR conference, ACEID sits at the intersection of education and development. Expect a multidisciplinary programme, with academic presentations and policy-relevant discussions.
EARCOS Annual Teachers’ Conference 2026 (ETC 2026)
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Dates: 18–21 March 2026
Website: https://www.earcos.org/
A flagship professional development gathering for international school educators across East Asia. The programme typically features hundreds of workshops, school leadership content, and classroom practice sessions.
24th Asia TEFL International Conference (AsiaTEFL 2026)
Location: Xi’an, China
Dates: 28–31 May 2026
Website: https://www.asiatefl2026.org/
One of the region’s top ELT and applied linguistics conferences, bringing together teachers, researchers, and policymakers. Expect research presentations, workshops, and practical sessions on language teaching trends.
ICEF Asia 2026
Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Dates: 10–12 June 2026
Website: https://www.icef.com/events/icef-asia/
A major meeting for international student recruitment, connecting education providers with ICEF-screened agents across Asia. Strong for partnership building, market insights, and mobility-focused networking.
HERDSA 2026 Annual Conference
Location: Singapore
Dates: 6–9 July 2026
Website: https://conference.herdsa.org.au/2026/
HERDSA is a respected forum for higher education research and development, spanning teaching quality, learning design, student success, and evidence-based practice. A strong choice for university leaders and academics.
AP-EduTeach 2026 – 8th Asia-Pacific Conference on Education, Teaching & Technology
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Dates: 13–14 July 2026
Website: https://educationconference.info/asia-pacific/
This conference spotlights AI in education, EdTech, assessment innovation, and equity in digital learning. It is structured around research presentations and international networking, with publication opportunities.
Bett Asia 2026
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Dates: 23–24 September 2026
Website: https://asia.bettshow.com/home
Bett Asia is a high-profile EdTech and education leadership summit, bringing together educators, innovators, and policymakers. Expect a strong focus on technology strategy, learning transformation, and solution showcases.
