Finance events you can’t miss in 2026

Budgets are tighter than ever. Every business trip needs to prove its value, and finance events are no exception. The ROI needs to be clear, which is why choosing the right event matters.

Events are the place to be for finance professionals looking to learn more about collaboration, digital transformation, compliance, talent retention and more. But they’re also ideal for networking, exploring the latest tech on the market and discussing the real challenges finance teams face day in and day out.

The conferences we’ve shortlisted stand out for the quality of their audience, the networking opportunities and the content on their agendas. Covering AI’s impact on finance, treasury and payments transformation, compliance culture, and leadership in uncertain times, these are the finance events you won’t want to miss in 2026.

How we picked the events

Choosing the right finance event can be overwhelming. Every organiser claims to be “the leading” or “the must-attended” gathering for CFOs. But when travel budgets are being scrutinised, and senior leaders are asked to demonstrate value from every trip, you need more than marketing words to justify attendance.

We applied a clear set of criteria to separate the signal from the noise. Our focus is on events that deliver substance: where you’ll find your peers, leave with tangible insights, and create connections that last longer than a business card exchange.

We looked at:

• Audience quality: events that attract senior finance decision-makers, not just vendors and consultants;
• Actionability: sessions that go beyond theory, offering tools, benchmarks, and frameworks you can apply back at the office.
• Relevance: focus areas that matter in 2026, such as treasury, payments, digital transformation, compliance culture, AI, and leadership.
• Balance: a mix of global flagships and standout regional forums, recognising that not every CFO needs to cross continents for insights.

Finance events you can’t miss

Finsiders CFO Summit

Sterrebeek, Belgium | 18 Mar

CFOs from leading companies gather in Belgium for this one-day event to discuss the opportunities and challenges of a sustainable finance department.

The topic of the 2026 edition of the Finsiders CFO Summit is 'Leading Finance Forward’ and will feature sessions on skills for a future-oriented leadership, macroeconomic trends, and tax updates and their implications. The event also provides several networking opportunities and an exclusive dinner to wrap it all up.

CPO BeNeLux

Amsterdam, Netherlands | 18 Mar

CPO BeNeLux brings together over 500 procurement leaders to discuss the challenges shaping their roles, from supply chain instability to AI applications.

The sessions are clustered into three themes — adapting to global disruptions, AI and digital innovation, and managing supply chain instability — with network opportunities in between. After the main event, you can join Strategy Talk, an extra opportunity to connect with peers and exchange knowledge.

Richmond Finance Directors’ Forum London

London, UK | 19 Mar

An invitation-only event, Richmond Events will bring together a group of finance directors and CFOs to share challenges and discuss best practices.

The format combines keynote sessions with one-to-one meetings, creating opportunities for personalised conversations that go beyond typical networking. If you prefer smaller, more focused environments, this is the event for you.

Another edition of the Finance Directors Forum will take place in London on 18 June, as well as in Interlaken, Switzerland (3 - 5 Set) and Rimini, Italy (8 - 10 Nov).

Forge Connect

Oslo, Norway | 21 May

Hosted by Rydoo, Forge Connect brings together finance leaders, innovators and partners across Europe for a day of inspiring conversations and long-lasting connections.

After three successful editions in Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, and Antwerp, the next edition will happen this May in Oslo. The agenda focuses on strategy, digital innovation and what’s next for finance, with sessions designed to spark conversation as much as deliver expert insights.

It’s an exclusive chance for finance professionals to hear real stories, join discussions that spark new ideas, and walk away with connections that last long after the day ends.

Agora Managers Days Together for Finance

Paris, France | 28 May

With a more practical and hands-on approach, the Agora Managers Days Together for Finance event offers a day packed with workshops on the latest technical and strategic trends for finance.

During network breaks, attendees are encouraged to exchange feedback on specific projects they’ve worked on to identify common challenges and learn from each other’s experiences.

World Finance Forum Amsterdam

Amsterdam, Netherlands | 18 Jun

One day, five core topics, 40 expert speakers. That’s what attendees can expect from the World Finance Forum Amsterdam, one of the most global finance leadership events in Europe.

AI and automation, ESG value perception, finance workforce priorities, strategic FP&A and economic volatility are the topics bringing senior finance leaders to Amsterdam. Networking opportunities are particularly strong, making it a useful event if you’re expanding your international footprint.

If you can’t make it to the Amsterdam edition, the World Finance Forum will also take place in Manchester (8 Jul) and Berlin (15 Jul).

ProcureCon Europe

Cologne, Germany | 22 - 24 Sep

ProcureCon Europe is the leading European event for procurement leaders looking to connect, collaborate and share strategies with over 600 participants.

The 2026 edition’s focus is on ‘harnessing agile procurement practice to drive business value’ and will feature 60 solution-focused sessions led by senior procurement leaders. It’s the go-to event for professionals looking for real-world insights on becoming strategic value partners.

If you are based somewhere where it’s easier to travel to the United States, there are editions of ProcureCon taking place in Las Vegas in March and in Boston in September.

CFO Network UK

Berkshire, UK | 12 – 13 Oct

Another invitation-only senior-level forum for CFOs from across the UK. The format is highly interactive, with roundtables and peer discussions rather than long lectures.

The topics on the CFO Network UK agenda include embracing a transformative role in the growing digital era, the relationship between the CFO and CEO and exploring the skills needed for the future finance professional.

Attendance is capped, making networking targeted and highly valuable for those seeking new partnerships.

The Network Group also organises CFO Network Nordic (Copenhagen, 19 May) and CFO Network DACH (Frankfurt, 5 – 6 Nov), each tackling regional challenges in transformation, digitalisation, and finance leadership.

Chief of Finance

Helsinki, Finland | 20 Oct

A hybrid finance event, Chief of Finance live streams all its sessions, offering you the possibility to attend even if travel is not an option.

You’ll get insights from some of the industry’s top experts on topics from technology strategy to sustainable leadership. In-person attendees also have multiple networking opportunities throughout the day to connect with hundreds of senior finance executives.

Business Travel Show America

New York, US | 14 – 15 Oct

For finance leaders with travel on the agenda, the Business Travel Show America is the hub for policy, sustainability, and spend optimisation.

The two-day line-up will highlight industry trends, practical solutions, and expert insights that promise to help finance teams build cost-efficient travel strategies that align with compliance goals. A useful stop if your role touches travel and expense budgets or corporate travel policies.

The European edition of the Business Travel Show takes place in London in June.

GBTA + VDR Europe Conference

Vienna, Austria | 2 – 4 Nov

The GBTA + VDR Europe Conference is Europe’s largest conference for business travel management professionals to meet and learn about what’s next for the industry.

For two days, attendees can benchmark sustainable travel strategies, negotiate supplier deals, and learn about innovations in expense management. With a heavy emphasis on travel policy and compliance, this conference is especially relevant for CFOs with global mobility programmes.

The GBTA group also organises the GBTA Convention taking place in Chicago (3 - 5 Aug).

Whether your focus is on digital transformation, leadership, or strategy, 2026 is full of great opportunities to learn and connect with peers.

When selecting which events to add to your calendar, look for the ones that align with your business goals. Bring back ideas to challenge the current strategy, benchmarks to test performance and connections that last beyond the conferences.