In 2025, Bucharest continues to establish itself as a major hub for innovation and leadership in Central and Eastern Europe. From artificial intelligence to sustainability and entrepreneurship, the city hosts a wide range of essential events for professionals and business leaders eager to stay ahead of global trends.

Here’s a carefully curated, well-documented selection of the most important business conferences and trade fairs happening in the capital this year:

1. CEO Conference – Shaping the Future

📅 May 15, 2025
📍 Bucharest
Dedicated to top executives, this conference explores organizational transformations in a fast-changing world. Topics include adapting to disruption and future-proofing business strategies.
🔗 Details and participation

2. Forbes Business Fest

📅 May 28, 2025
📍 Crowne Plaza Bucharest
Forbes Business Fest blends inspiration and networking in a festival-like format. Expect motivational talks, interactive panels, and creative workshops designed for cross-industry collaboration.
🔗 More information

3. Biz Sustainability Summit

📅 May 29, 2025
📍 TERRA Events Hall, Bucharest
Focusing on investments in communities and sustainable practices, this summit brings together leaders who advocate for social responsibility and long-term development.
🔗 Agenda and registration

4. Forbes CEE Forum

📅 September 16, 2025
📍 Bucharest
The Forbes CEE Forum brings together editors from the Forbes network, political leaders, and business executives to discuss how organizations and societies are adapting in a post-crisis era.
🔗 Event details

5. AI Expo Europe

📅 November 1–2, 2025
📍 Radisson Blu Hotel, Bucharest
As the largest AI-focused event in Eastern Europe, AI Expo Europe will host over 3,000 attendees, 100 international speakers, and 80 exhibitors. Topics range from machine learning and natural language processing to AI’s role in healthcare and the creative industries.
🔗 Details and registration