The Best Private Market Investing Events Guide for 2026
Discover top private market investing events. From venture capital to real estate, our guide connects you with key conferences and seminars. Stay informed, network, and explore new opportunities.
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Welcome to our Private Market Investing Events Guide
Welcome to our Private Market Investing Events Guide for 2026. Dive into a world of financial innovation and opportunity. These industry events gather top minds, exploring the latest in hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, and more. Many of the key private market investing events scheduled for 2026 focus on specific asset classes, regions, and industry trends like AI and sustainability.
These events are designed to elevate your insights, network with industry leaders, and stay ahead in alternative investments.
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A Quick Guide for Emerging Managers: How to Use This List
Navigating the 2026 event landscape as an emerging manager requires strategy. Use this key to identify your best opportunities:
🏆 EM-Focused: The main event. Dedicated to first- and second-time fund managers. High LP attendance seeking new relationships.
🎯 Strong EM Track/Network: A major generalist conference with a dedicated EM program, panel, or networking suite. Crucial for visibility.
🤝 LP Access Focused: Events known for high-quality allocators (pensions, endowments, family offices) open to emerging talent.
⚡ Diversity-Focused: Conferences centered on women, minority, and diverse managers—a key channel for many LP allocations.
📍 Sector-Specific: Essential if you are in VC, Real Estate, etc. The best place to find specialized LPs.
Private Markets Investing Events - 2026
January:
Institutional Investor UK & Ireland Summit 2026 by Institutional Investor Forums
Pennyhill Park, Surrey, UK, January 20-21
The second day (21 Jan) of the conference is dedicated fully to all things real estate, infrastructure, private equity, private debt, and hedge funds.
February:
IPEM Wealth
Cannes, February 4-5
Focuses on private wealth and family offices in private markets on the stunning shores of Cannes.
Global Alts 2026 by the Managed Funds Association
Miami, February 23-26
🎯 Strong EM Track/Network | A leading networking conference for the alternative investment industry providing thought-leadership on emerging investment issues and trends.
Investing in Private Markets Conference 2026
London, February 25
Insurers, consultants, and asset managers for a dive deep into the most pressing challenges and opportunities in private market investing.
March:
SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity) Alternative Investments Conference (AICON)
New York, March 12
⚡ Diversity-Focused 🏆 EM-Focused | This conference increases access and career development for professionals in the alternative investments sector.
ALTSLA by Markets Group
Los Angeles, March 23-25
Designed for family offices, pension funds, endowments, foundations, wealth managers, private bankers, insurance funds and health care organisations.
SuperReturn North America
Miami, March 16-18
🎯 Strong EM Track/Network | Navigate the future of North American private capital investments at this key event in the financial hub of Miami.
April:
Pension Bridge The Annual Meeting by With Intelligence
Los Angeles, April 20-23
Connect with pension fund professionals and bridge the gap between opportunities and strategic investments.
Apex Invest Americas 2026
Nashville, Tennessee, April 20-21
Conference sessions and tailored one-on-one meetings for managers and allocators.
Alpha Edge Europe - Private Markets
London, April 15-17
An exclusive forum for private market institutional investors and investment managers.
May:
Accelerate: The UK Venture Conference by BVCA
London, May 20
The BVCA's dedicated event for venture capital investors, senior business leaders, and innovative entrepreneurs to understand the latest developments in VC.
June:
SuperReturn International
Berlin, June 8-12
A unique three-day networking and learning experience to supercharge your investment knowledge with international perspectives in the dynamic city of Berlin.
July:
The Investment Diversity Exchange (TIDE) Spark
Rancho Palos Verde, CA, July 6-8
⚡ Diversity-Focused 🤝 LP Access Focused | Ignite conversations on diversity and inclusion in the investment landscape at this exclusive event.
ALTSCHI by Markets Group
Chicago, July 20-21
ALTSCHI is developed and led by the CAIA Association and CFA Society Chicago for those seeking the very latest in alternative investment news and developments.
September:
BVCA Summit 2026
London, September 9-10
🤝 LP Access Focused | Across two days, four events will bring together private capital fund managers, institutional investors, pension funds and family offices.
NAIC 2026 Amplifying Alts Forum
Washington, DC, September 29-30
The flagship event for minority-owned and diverse emerging managers, featuring the largest institutional investors with specific mandates for diverse manager allocation.
October:
Pensions & Private Capital Showcase by BVCA
London, October 2
The BVCA event will demonstrate the "real world" opportunities available for pension schemes through investment into private capital funds.
GCM Grosvenor's "SEM Consortium" (Small, Emerging, and Diverse managers conference)
Dates TBA
This annual conference focused on small and emerging managers in the alternative investments industry.
November:
CAASA Annual Conference 2026
Toronto, November 3-4
Join the Canadian Association of Alternative Strategies & Assets for insights into the evolving landscape.
ILPA Summit by Institutional Limited Partners Association
New York, November 3-5
🤝 LP Access Focused | Limited partners can connect with GPs and emerging managers from around the world.
ALTSTX by Markets Group
Dallas, November 9-10
ALTSTX is an education-focused alternative investment event designed to bring the investor community together for dialogue and discussion.
December:
Slush
Helsinki, (Dates TBA)
Experience the startup and tech scene in the winter wonderland of Helsinki at this unique event.
RAISE Global Summit
(Dates TBA - emerging managers only)
Connect with emerging managers and explore investment opportunities at this global summit.
Note: Dates Change and some events require Membership - Confirm dates and participation directly with event organisers.
💬 Continue the Conversation on Square-Buzz
Which 2026 event are you prioritising for your fundraising or allocation strategy? Join the discussion in our Emerging Manager Hub and connect with peers planning their conference calendars..
Private Market Investing Events for Women
Many events in this section, such as The Bridge Conference and Women's Private Equity Summit, are pivotal platforms for emerging women managers to connect with dedicated allocators.
February:
Women's Venture Capital Summit by With Intelligence
Half Moon Bay, February 2-4
Connect with 400+ influential dealmakers, fundraisers, investors, and allocators, fostering genuine partnerships that matter.
Women's Private Equity Summit APAC by With Intelligence
Capella, Singapore, February 2-4
A networking and knowledge sharing event focused on investment insights within the APAC private market investing landscape.
March:
Women's Private Equity Summit by With Intelligence
Phoenix, March 8-10
Explore opportunities and challenges in private equity with women leaders in the sunny city of Phoenix.
May:
The Bridge Conference by Bridge Funding Global
San Francisco, May (Dates TBA - for emerging women managers and underserved GPs)
A two-day members only in person event supporting emerging women managers at this unique and inclusive conference.
June:
Women's Private Credit Summit by With Intelligence
(Venue TBA), June 15-17
A day and a half of bold conversations, fresh insights, and genuine connections with private credit industry leaders.
Women in Private Markets Summit North America 2026
New York, June 2-3
Two days of strategy, insight and peer-level discussion for women transforming private markets across private equity, private debt, real estate and infrastructure.
Kayo Conference Series Women in Private Funds
Washington, DC, June 22-25
Empower and be empowered at this conference dedicated to women in private funds in historic Washington, DC.
December:
PEI Women in Private Markets Summit Europe
London, (Dates TBA)
The leading fundraising and networking event for women in the world of private markets investing.
Note: Dates Change and some events require Membership - Confirm dates and participation directly with event organisers.
Key Forums & Events for Emerging Managers
For first- and second-time fund managers, the landscape is defined by dedicated forums, diversity-focused gatherings, and exclusive LP/GP meetings rather than large branded conferences. These events provide critical platforms for fundraising, networking, and gaining visibility with allocators actively seeking new relationships. This section highlights the most exclusive, application-based forums. For a comprehensive view of all relevant events, use the icon key (🏆🎯🤝⚡📍) in the main guide above.
April:
McGuireWoods Emerging Manager Conference
Dallas, TX, April 14-15
The conference in 2026 will be exclusively dedicated to emerging managers with a buyout strategy and limited partners.
October:
RAISE Global Summit
San Francisco, October (Dates TBA - Emerging Managers Only)
A premier, application-based summit exclusively for emerging fund managers and select allocators. Focused on substantive meetings over large-scale networking.
GCM Grosvenor SEM Consortium
Chicago, October (Dates TBA - Invitation-Only)
The definitive invitation-only event for Small, Emerging, and Diverse (SEM) managers, connecting top-tier talent with allocators who have dedicated SEM programmes.
November:
BVCA Emerging Managers and First Time Fundraising Forum
London, November (Dates TBA)
The British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association's practical forum for emerging managers targeting UK and European capital, covering the mechanics of first-time fundraising.
💡 Also Look For: Emerging Manager Tracks at Major Conferences
Many large conferences feature dedicated emerging manager content. These can be valuable, but research the specific agenda:
- "Emerging Manager" panels or networking suites at SuperReturn North America (March) and SuperReturn International (June)
- Dedicated emerging & diverse manager programming at Institutional Investor forums throughout the year
- The "Emerging Manager Conference" track within Opal Group's Alternative Investment Summits (various dates)
Note: The emerging manager landscape is curated. Many events are by application or invitation. Apply early and tailor your approach to each event's specific focus (e.g., diverse managers, first-time funds, specific asset classes).
Private Market Investing Events - Real Assets
February:
AFIRE 2026 Winter Conference - Association of Foreign Investors in Real Estate
Washington, DC, February 11-13
The conference connects global real estate leaders to discuss investment strategies and trends of global investment into US real estate.
March:
PREA Spring Conference
Nashville, TN, March 26-27
A gathering focused on the latest trends and insights in real estate investment, hosted by the Pension Real Estate Association.
April:
INREV Annual Conference
Barcelona, ESP, April 7-9
Explore the key issues shaping the non-listed real estate industry in Europe at this influential conference.
June:
ULI Europe Conference
Berlin, DEU, June 1-3
The Urban Land Institute Europe Conference offers a platform for networking and discussion on the future of real estate in Europe.
REITweek: 2026 Investor Conference
New York, NY, June 1-4
This conference provides an opportunity for investors to meet with REIT management teams.
AFIRE Summer Conference - Association of Foreign Investors in Real Estate
Tokyo, June 9-11
The conference connects global real estate leaders to discuss investment strategies and trends of global investment into US real estate.
October:
Messe Muenchen EXPO REAL
Munich, DEU, October 5-7
EXPO REAL is a leading international trade fair for property and investment, offering networking and business opportunities.
PREA Annual Institutional Investor Conference
Washington, DC, October 7-9
The 36th annual gathering focused on the latest trends and insights in real estate investment, hosted by the Pension Real Estate Association.
ANREV Annual Conference 2026
Tokyo, October 20-21
ANREV brings together key players in the Asian non-listed real estate industry to share insights and strategies.
December:
Note: Dates Change and some events require Membership - Confirm dates and participation directly with event organisers.
Responsible and Sustainable Investing Conferences
January:
Sustainable and Impact Investments International Conference
Hamburg, DEU, January 22–23
Leading international academics, policymakers, and practitioners present innovative research and engage in dialogue on critical issues in sustainable finance.
February:
GreenBiz 2026
Phoenix, AZ, February 17-19
GreenBiz focuses on sustainable strategies, bringing together professionals driving environmental and social change.
March:
IA Sustainability and Responsible Investment Conference 2026
London, March 24
Explore how asset managers integrate ESG factors into investment decisions and stewardship to drive long-term value.
April:
Private Capital Sustainability Conference by BVCA
London, April 21
The Private Capital Sustainability Conference brings together GPs, LPs, policymakers, and sustainability leaders.
May:
Responsible Business USA 2026 by Reuters
Boston, May 5-6
Join the forefront of responsible business discussions, tackling sustainability challenges, corporate impact, and opportunities.
June:
Global Energy Forum 2026 by Reuters
New York, June 23-24
Explore the global transition to sustainable energy and its impact on businesses and investments.
October:
WaterSmart Innovations
Portland, OR, October 21-23
Join water industry professionals to discuss sustainable water management practices and innovations.
Sustainability Europe 2026 by Reuters
London, October (Dates TBA)
The conference offers insights into the intersection of business, sustainability, and societal impact.
Sustainability Week Europe by Economist Impact
Amsterdam, NED, October 6-7
Sustainability Week Europe brings together leaders in business, policy and innovation to share case-studies, insights and ideas about climate solutions that work for business and the planet..
Note: Dates Change and some events require Membership - Confirm dates and participation directly with event organisers.
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