38 Top HR Conferences To Attend in 2025
81% of professionals view networking as necessary for career development. And what better way for you to expand your network and tap into exciting career opportunities than through the myriad HR conferences coming up in 2025?
Attending HR conferences is a great investment for staying up to date with HR trends, meeting peers and experts, and learning about the newest technologies. While you begin to plan your 2025 calendar and look into your conference budget, it can be daunting to decide which ones are right for you.
Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of HR conferences that have caught our attention for next year. The good news is many offer virtual options, and some are even free. With that in mind, why not pick out a few that match your goals and professional interests?
In our chronological list, we break down price, location, in-person or virtual, where it’s located, and why you should attend.
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January
From Day One: Benefits & Total Rewards | January 22
Format: Virtual
Cost: Tickets cost $49 (early bird), $99 (advance purchase) or $149 (general admission).
Why attend? Focusing on the theme Innovation in Total Rewards: How Creative Leaders Are Finding Affordable Solutions, this five-hour conference will cover topics like recognition and rewards, cost efficiency, and easing the childcare crisis. From Day One is also a recertification provider for SHRM and HRCI, which means the session is eligible for three credits from both organizations.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
Cannexus25 | January 27-29
Format: In-person and virtual options
Location: Rogers Centre Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
Cost: Register to learn more about ticket prices.
Why attend? Known as Canada’s largest bilingual career and workforce development conference, Cannexus25 will see a national gathering of Indigenous Skills and Employment Training (ISET) program holders discussing wise practices. There will also be a special “Military-connected” stream focused on supporting veterans transitioning from military to civilian employment or further education, as well as their families.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
February
Talent Acquisition Week | February 3-6
Format: In person
Location: Paradise Point Resort & Spa, San Diego, CA, U.S.
Cost: Ticket prices start at $1,595.
Why attend? As a long-standing conference, Talent Acquisition Week is the place to be for TA professionals and HR leaders. Packed with three events in one week, attendees can look forward to engaging sessions, case studies, panel discussions, and more.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
CPHR Alberta HR Law Conference | February 11
Format: Virtual
Cost: $425 for members and $475 for non-members.
Why attend? The CPHR Alberta HR Law Conference offers in-depth learning that will address a range of current and emerging HR law trends from some of Alberta’s top law firms, including AI in the workplace, workplace investigations, and DEIB.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
World HRD Congress | February 17-19
Format: In person
Location: Taj Lands End, Mumbai, India
Cost: Email [email protected] or use their online registration form to learn more about registration and fees.
Why attend? Next year’s theme focuses on New HR Paradigms and how a new mindset is needed to prepare HR for the future. With multiple events to take place over the course of the conference, attendees will be able to learn and hear from a number of peers and experts, including AIHR’s Chief Scientist (HR and OD), Dr Dieter Veldsman.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
People Analytics World Conference | February 26-27
Format: In person
Location: Zurich, Switzerland
Cost: Email [email protected] or register if you are interested in learning more about ticket pricing.
Why attend? Organized by an international community of professionals, industry leaders, and technology developers dedicated to people analytics.his event, this annual event promises to be a “pivotal gathering of HR and People Analytics professionals” who want to drive innovation and influence the future of their organizations.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
March
i4cp’s Next Practices Now Conference | March 3-6
Format: In-person and virtual options
Location: Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, Scottsdale, AZ, U.S.
Cost: Member tickets are $3,795 for in-person and $1,295 for virtual; for non-members, tickets are $4,295 and $1,795, respectively.
Why attend? This conference will cover important current topics like generative AI and HR, addressing anti-DEI challenges, and organizational culture change. You’ll also be able to network with top HR executives in a vendor-free environment.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
HR Tech Europe | March 4-5
Format: In person
Location: RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Cost: Tickets start at €245 but are free for HR leaders (see if you qualify here).
Why attend? HR Tech Europe is the region’s leading HR innovation event. It focuses on medium to large enterprises across industries and is committed to driving HR success through innovative technology. Next year’s event will feature AIHR’s Dr Dieter Veldsman among its speakers.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
HR Vision London | March 5-6
Format: In person
Location: Courthouse Hotel Shoreditch, London, U.K.
Cost: £1,799 for early bird tickets and £2,499 for regular tickets.
Why attend? HR leaders from around the world will gather at HR Vision London to explore the latest HR tech advancements. Attendees can look forward to learning about modern leadership, L&D, and talent acquisition strategies, as well as networking with peers and industry experts.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
HRWest 2025| March 11-12
Format: Oakland Marriott City Center, Oakland, CA, U.S.
Cost: Tickets cost $399 (early bird), $799 (regular), and $999 (on-site).
Why attend? With the theme HR Evolved: Thriving in Change, this conference will feature its “Super Seven” tracks of HR tech, HR strategy, talent, legal and compliance, leadership, wild, and health, wellness, and benefits. Through these tracks, you’ll learn about everything HR needs to thrive in 2025.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
HRcoreLAB’s 13th Summit| March 12-13
Format: Porta Fira Hotel, Barcelona, Spain
Cost: €1,150 for early bird tickets (register by December 20, 2024) and €1,650 for regular tickets; tickets are subject to 21% VAT.
Why attend? Touted as “the most comprehensive, disruptive and inspiring strategically orientated HR event of its kind”, the HRcoreLAB summit features the best speakers from leading organizations at study presentations, fireside chats, interactive sessions, workshops, and panel discussions. Next year’s conference will focus on agile HR, digital transformation, and how humans and AI systems can work together synergistically.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
HRPA’s 57th Annual CHRO Summit | March 12-14
Format: In person
Location: Grande Lakes Orlando, Orlando, FL, U.S.
Cost: $1,999 for early bird tickets (register before January 15, 2025) and $2,399 for regular tickets.
Why attend? The summit will gather influential HR leaders for crucial discussions on aligning culture, talent, and strategy while navigating the political environment and seizing 2025’s opportunities. Senior HR executives and their teams will receive timely information and unique insights on the latest, most relevant public policy developments and HR practice issues.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
Transform US | March 17-19
Format: In person
Location: Wynn, Las Vegas, NV, US
Cost: All-Access Passes start at $1,695. Prices will increase as the event’s date approaches.
Why attend? This three-day conference—said to be at the “intersection of technology and people”—offers hands-on learning, group discussions, and expert speakers, all in a fun atmosphere and plenty of networking opportunities with people leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and talent partners from around the world.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
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April
2025 HR Virginia Annual Conference | April 13-16
Format: In person
Location: The Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club, Virginia Beach, VA, U.S.
Cost: Ticket prices start at $450.
Why attend? Next year’s conference theme is Navigating HR Waters, and will bring together thought leaders, industry experts, and practitioners. They will share their expertise on effectively navigating the future of work to prepare your organization for the future.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
HR Retail 2025 | April 15-17
Format: In person
Location: JW Marriott LA LIVE, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.
Cost: $499 for early bird tickets (register by January 31, 2025) and $999 for regular tickets.
Why attend? This conference will cover topics on retail HR specifically tailored to retail workforce needs. Hear from leading retailers about how they plan to move forward and tackle the biggest HR challenges ahead, like talent attraction, balancing competitive compensation and labor costs, and more.
Visit the conference page to register.
HR Technologies UK | April 23-24
Format: In person
Location: ExCeL London, London, U.K.
Cost: Register your interest to receive updates on ticket prices.
Why attend? HR Technologies UK gives you the chance to meet the technology providers behind anything from full-service HCM systems to small, specific tools on the exhibition floor. You can also gain fresh insights from industry leaders in keynote speeches and seminars. Additionally, you can attend Learning Technologies, Europe’s leading workplace learning event, which will be co-located with HR Technologies UK.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
CPHR HR Conference & Expo 2025 (British Columbia & Yukon) | April 29-30
Format: In person
Location: Vancouver Convention Centre, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Cost: Ranging from $88 to $1,894
Why attend? This HR conference is focused on topics surrounding harmony, reconciliation, DEIB, reducing divisiveness, building a high-performing culture, and overcoming barriers to innovation in the workplace. You’ll get to network with hundreds of peers and fellow HR professionals, access the session recordings on-demand to earn more CPD hours and visit Canada’s largest HR Expo featuring the latest products and services.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
HCI Spark HR 2025 | April 30-May 2
Format: In-person & virtual options
Location: Lake Buena Vista, FL, U.S.
Cost: Tickets are $1,595 if you register before 31 December 2024 and $1,795 afterward.
Why attend? This HR conference covers timely topics like employee engagement, retention, manager development, and leadership. You’ll gain valuable insights into best practices for keeping remote workers engaged and productive, fostering intergenerational collaboration, and using AI and DEIB initiatives to personalize and enhance employee interactions.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
May
HR Tech Asia 2025 | May 5-8
Format: In person
Location: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Singapore
Cost: Register to learn more about ticket prices.
Why attend? An established HR conference, HR Tech Festival Asia expects thousands of attendees whose main goal is to learn about the latest HR tech and how it can bring their organizations into the future. This conference offers HR professionals of any caliber the opportunity to refine their skills and learn alongside each other.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
UNLEASH America | May 6-8
Format: In person
Location: Caesars Forum, Las Vegas, NV, U.S.
Cost: $1,595 for a general attendee pass before January 31, 2025, and $1,995 afterward.
Why attend? Join other HR professionals from around the world and learn from inspirational keynote speakers who will discuss HR innovation and the future of work. What’s more, Unleash’s Expo will give you an insight into what’s next in HR tech.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
WorkHuman Live | May 12-15
Format: In person
Location: Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, Aurora, CO, U.S.
Cost: Ticket prices start at $1,117 (register by January 12, 2025) and $1,195 (register by April 13).
Why attend? This conference brings together HR leaders, top researchers, and thought leaders for a comprehensive dive into how to succeed in the future of HR through workshops, talks, and networking.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
HRcoreNORDIC | May 14-15
Format: In person
Location: Copenhagen Marriott Hotel, Copenhagen, Denmark
Cost: Ranging from €795 (early bird tickets) to €1,590
Why attend? This HR conference focuses on the future of work and HR best practices in Scandinavian organizations. You can look forward to in-depth looks into topics like AI in HR, HR agility, trend analysis, cultural and digital transformation, upskilling initiatives, international mobility, and many other crucial aspects of HR.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
ATD25 | May 18-21
Format: In-person and virtual options
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, DC, U.S.
Cost: Tickets start at $1,895 (virtual) and $2,095 (in-person) for members, and $2,295 (virtual) and $2,495 (in-person) for non-members.
Why attend? ATD25 will cover multiple learning tracks, including future readiness, instructional design, talent strategy and management, and leadership and management development. You’ll benefit from the expertise of thousands of HR professionals worldwide, including AIHR’s Dr Dieter Veldsman.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
22nd EAWOP Congress| May 21-24
Format: In person
Location: O₂ universum, Prague, Czech Republic
Cost: From €440 for early bird tickets (register before 31 March 2025) to €595 for onsite tickets.
Why attend? The 22nd EAWOP (European Association of Work and Organizational Psychology) Congress features the theme Transforming Working Environments: Challenges & Opportunities and will cover topics like CSR and sustainable development, coaching and mentoring, and DEIB.
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Employee Engagement Summit 2025 | May 22
Format: In person
Location: Evolution London, Battersea Park, Chelsea Bridge, London, U.K.
Cost: Single tickets are free, premium tickets are £145 (plus VAT)
Why attend? This HR conference hosts a variety of presentations, roundtable sessions, and case studies. It promises to equip attendees with practical tips and strategies to implement at their organization and build a people-centric culture where people thrive.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
June
HR Vision Amsterdam | June 4-5
Format: In person
Location: Postillion Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Cost: €1,699 (early bird tickets) and €2,499 (regular tickets).
Why attend? Focused on practical tips for curating an effective and collaborative workplace, this top European HR conference brings together leaders who discuss HR insights that help motivate your approach to talent management. You’ll also be spoilt for choice with over 50 sessions within three conference streams to pick from.
For conference details and registration, go here.
CIPD Festival of Work | June 11-12
Format: In person
Location: ExCeL, London
Cost: Register your interest to get updates on ticket prices.
Why attend: Hearing from industry thought leaders, attendees will learn about the evolution of business and people strategies needed for the future of work.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | DEI Unlocked: Driving Growth, Creativity, and Success | June 12-13
Format: In person
Location: New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn, NY, U.S.
Cost: Sign up for updates on ticket pricing.
Why attend? This conference will bring together over 200 top-level practitioners with a shared goal of harnessing DEI’s full potential to create truly inclusive and equitable workplaces. The agenda will focus on the practical ideas and processes behind the desired results, from data-driven solutions to the best methods for obtaining stakeholder buy-in.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
SHRM Annual Conference and Expo | June 29-July 2
Format: In-person and virtual options
Location: San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, CA, U.S.
Cost: From $2,095 for a virtual pass to $2,995 for an in-person pass.
Why attend? This event is the largest gathering of HR professionals in the world, with around 25,000 attendees. SHRM offers four days of interactive sessions, panels, seminars, and networking opportunities. A wide range of topics fits any HR professional’s wish list and enables you to develop the HR skills you need to grow your career.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
July
SIOPSA 2025 Annual Conference | July 21-25
Format: Virtual (July 21-23) and in-person (July 24-25)
Location: South Africa (venue TBA)
Cost: TBA
Why attend? The Society for Industrial & Organisational Psychology South Africa (SIOPSA) will hold next year’s annual conference with the theme Future Proofing The World of Work for The Greater Good. It promises to capture how the fundamentals of where, how, and why we work are being redefined, and you’ll have the chance to collaborate with psychologists, psychometrists, academics, HR practitioners, and business leaders.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
August
AHRI National Convention & Exhibition 2025 | August 19-21
Format: In-person
Location: Sydney, Australia
Cost: TBA
Why attend? The AHRI (Australian HR Institute) National Convention & Exhibition is the top annual event for Australia’s HR professionals. It brings together HR practitioners, business leaders, and industry experts to discuss and explore the latest trends, challenges, and advancements in HR. Next year’s theme will be Ignite: Fuelling Human Potential; you can subscribe to get updates on this and other AHRI events.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
HR Florida Conference & Expo 2025| August 24-27
Format: In-person and virtual options
Location: Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center, Kissimmee, FL, U.S.
Cost: Tickets start from $1,149.
Why attend? The HR Florida State Council, a state affiliate of SHRM, will present its 47th annual conference under the theme The Power of The Ripple Effect. One of the largest HR conferences in the southeastern U.S., it’s attracted over 1,500 HR professionals and vendors from all over the world. You can network with industry peers and even have the opportunity to earn maximum credits for both the HRCI and SHRM Competencies Certifications.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
September
Talent Management Reloaded Europe | September 14-16
Format: In-person and virtual options
Location: Hotel Palace, Berlin, Germany
Cost: Ranging from €895 (digital event pass) to €3,249 (all-inclusive event pass).
Why attend? This HR conference offers a variety of interactive sessions and practical workshops that will give attendees the know-how to excel in talent management and help transform their organizations.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
HR Tech Las Vegas | September 16-18
Format: In-person and virtual options
Location: Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV, U.S.
Cost: Sign up to be notified when registration opens to learn more about ticket prices.
Why attend? For over 25 years, HR Tech has offered quality education and the chance to grow your network by connecting with thousands of like-minded peers and industry experts. Topics at next year’s event include creating a culture of transparency for HR, financial wellness, and building international teams without friction.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
October
Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo | October 7-9
Format: In person
Location: ExCeL, London, UK
Cost: €3,275 (early bird price), €4,250 (standard price), and €2,950 (public sector price). All ticket prices are subject to VAT.
Why attend? This HR conference is an excellent event for CHROs and HR leadership teams. With great success in the last years breaking through and helping foster innovation, Gartner aims to help CHROs learn new ways to shape their role and the HR function. Next year’s event will also cover topics like the future of work and HR technology.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
UNLEASH World 2025 | October 21-22
Format: In person
Location: Paris Convention Centre, Paris, France
Cost: Register your interest to receive updates on ticket prices.
Why attend? UNLEASH World is one of the world’s most influential HR conferences. It focuses on how the latest HR technology can revolutionize the world of work and features interactivity, connection, discovery, and entertainment. Additionally, the exhibition is now offering HR, recruitment, and learning professionals the opportunity to attend as exhibition visitors—free of charge.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
November
HR Week: New Horizons| November 17-21
Format: Virtual
Location: Online
Cost: TBC
Why attend? The biggest virtual HR conference is being held for the 7th time in a row, and the focus in 2025 is New Horizons. The entire HR ecosystem has been going through an intense transformation, and everyone is excited to learn: what comes next? Join HR Week to hear from experts all around the world and find out!
Get the latest info on the conference page.
HR Vision London | November 18-19
Format: In person
Location: Courthouse Hotel Shoreditch, London, U.K.
Cost: Ranges from £1,499 (early bird tickets) to £2,499 (regular tickets).
Why attend? This conference features two days of thought-provoking discussions on the future of work, including the latest trends in HR, talent management, and leadership. You’ll also learn how HR analytics and HR tech are revolutionizing people management practices and even gain exclusive access to a year-round network of HR professionals to connect with.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
December
Employee Well-Being | December 4-5
Format: In person
Location: New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn, NY, U.S.
Cost: TBA
Why attend? At this conference, you can examine the complex causes for the decline in workforce well-being, as well as emotional, physical, and financial solutions that will lead to a happier, more productive workforce. Through keynotes, panels, interactive exercises, networking, and case studies, you’ll learn to make smarter and better investments in well-being strategies, practices, and programs.
Visit the conference page for more info and to register.
Over to you
HR conferences, whether virtual or in-person, are an excellent way to learn about best practices in your area of HR, explore how HR can make a tangible business impact, and connect with other HR professionals to share your experiences and develop new ideas.
Enjoy the HR conferences of 2025!
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