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Events & Expos

Industry Events

Major adult industry trade shows, expos, and networking events where careers are launched, deals are made, and industry connections thrive.

North American Events

Largest industry gatherings in the United States, featuring awards ceremonies, talent signings, and executive networking.

AVN Adult Entertainment Expo

Las Vegas • January

Industry's largest trade show with AVN Awards. 30,000+ attendees, talent signings, networking, and product showcases.

avn.com/expo

XBIZ Show

Los Angeles / Miami • January

Business-focused event with XBIZ Awards. Executive networking, deal-making, and industry innovation discussions.

xbizshow.com

YNOT Summit

Hollywood • Spring/Fall

Business networking for adult webmasters and content creators. Focused on technology and digital marketing strategies.

ynotsummit.com

European Events

Major European trade fairs and business summits connecting international brands, talent, and industry professionals.

Venus Berlin

Berlin, Germany • October

Europe's largest adult trade fair. International brands, talent, and business opportunities across all industry sectors.

venus-berlin.com

XBIZ Europa

Various European Cities

Business summit focused on European market. Awards ceremony, executive networking, and industry trend discussions.

xbizeuropa.com

Barcelona Summit

Barcelona, Spain • October

Webcam and affiliate marketing conference. Live cam performer focus with studio networking and platform updates.

barcelona-summit.com

TEA (The European Summit)

Prague / Cascais • Spring/Fall

Affiliate and webcam industry networking. Business matchmaking events and platform innovation showcases.

theeuropeansummit.eu

AWM Bucharest Summit

Bucharest, Romania • September

Adult webcam model summit focused on performer education, studio best practices, and community networking.

awsummit.com

International Events

Global networking opportunities and boutique industry gatherings in key adult entertainment markets.

The Phoenix Forum

Santorini / Colombia • Spring/Fall

Boutique networking event for industry executives and performers. Intimate setting for high-level deal-making.

thephoenixforum.com

Lalexpo

Cali, Colombia • June

Latin American adult industry expo. Regional business networking, webcam studio focus, and talent discovery.

lalexpo.com

Event Best Practices

Do's

  • Network Strategically: Research attendees and set up meetings in advance
  • Bring Business Cards: Professional materials ready for networking opportunities
  • Attend Panels: Educational sessions provide insights and conversation starters
  • Follow Up Promptly: Send emails within 48 hours while connections are fresh
  • Maintain Professionalism: Balance networking with appropriate conduct at all times

Don'ts

  • Attend without preparation—know who you want to meet beforehand
  • Overshare personal information—maintain professional boundaries
  • Get too intoxicated—parties are networking, not just socializing
  • Skip follow-ups—connections are worthless without proper follow-through
  • Ignore safety protocols—protect yourself in unfamiliar environments