What’s On in September: The Podcast & Creator Events to Watch
September is bringing the podcast and creator industries together in some interesting ways. If you work in podcasting, media, marketing or the creator economy, these are the events and dates worth having on your radar this month.
IBC2026
Date: 11–14 September
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
About: IBC brings together the global media, entertainment and technology industries, with programming covering broadcasting, content production, AI, future technology and the changing media ecosystem. For podcasting, it offers a wider view of the technology and distribution trends shaping how audio and video content are produced and consumed.
Check out the event: Explore IBC2026
The Voice and Artistry Showcase (TVAAS) 2.0
Date: 11 September
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
About: TVAAS 2.0, themed Sound Tapestry, brings together voiceover performers, podcasters, spoken-word artists, musicians and other audio creatives for a day centred on voice, sound and storytelling. The programme includes live podcast sessions alongside other creative performances.
Check out the event: Explore TVAAS 2.0
Sounds Profitable Business Summit
Date: 14–15 September
Location: New York City, USA
About: The inaugural Sounds Profitable Business Summit brings together the buy side and sell side of podcasting, with programming focused on podcast advertising, business strategy and the future of podcast revenue. The event is designed for Sounds Profitable partners and senior industry decision-makers.
Check out the event: Explore the Sounds Profitable Business Summit
DEMPOD Online Podcast Festival
Date: 14–18 September
Location: Online
About: A five-day online podcast festival exploring how podcasting can be used for civic engagement, education, storytelling and social change. Sessions cover production, content creation, promotion, audience growth and reaching younger audiences. The programme is free to attend.
Check out the event: Explore the DEMPOD Online Podcast Festival
IAB CreatorFronts
Date: 15 September
Location: New York City, USA
About: IAB CreatorFronts brings together creators, platforms, advertisers and media companies to examine how creator-led media is becoming a larger part of the advertising ecosystem. The programme looks at creator content, ad technology, measurement and the infrastructure making creator businesses more scalable.
Check out the event: Explore IAB CreatorFronts
IAB Podcast Upfront
Date: 16 September
Location: New York City, USA
About: The IAB Podcast Upfront brings podcast publishers, advertisers and agencies together for a look at the content, partnerships and innovations shaping the year ahead. This year's programme includes video podcasts, creator partnerships, AI, measurement and new approaches to podcast advertising. The event is invite-only for qualified brand marketers and agency professionals.
Check out the event: Explore the IAB Podcast Upfront
Podcast Movement NYC
Date: 17–18 September
Location: New York City, USA
About: Podcast Movement is bringing its main event to New York for the first time, with more than 200 speakers and programming covering writing, production, audience growth, monetisation and the business of running a podcast. It follows the Sounds Profitable Business Summit and IAB Podcast Upfront, making New York the centre of the podcast industry for much of the week.
Check out the event: Explore Podcast Movement NYC
PodFest Naija
Date: 25 September
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
About: PodFest Naija returns for its second edition, bringing together podcasters, storytellers, creators, brands and culture shapers. One of its central conversations is about moving African creators from influence and visibility towards ownership and lasting economic value, making it particularly relevant to the business side of podcasting and the creator economy. (Podfest Naija)
Check out the event: Explore PodFest Naija
Astra Podcast Awards — Submission Deadline
Date: 28 September
Location: Online
About: Submissions for the 2026 Astra Podcast Awards remain open through September 28, with regular and late submission windows running throughout the month. The awards recognise podcasts across categories including comedy, celebrity, sports, scripted, news, true crime, pop culture and more.
Check out the event: Explore the Astra Podcast Awards
EBU Podcast Forum 2026
Date: 29–30 September
Location: Ljubljana, Slovenia
About: The European Broadcasting Union's Podcast Forum brings its podcasting community together for conversations around podcast formats and the future of podcasting within public service media. The 2026 edition takes place in Ljubljana following Avdiofestival 2026 and is a members-only event.
Check out the event: Explore the EBU Podcast Forum
International Podcast Day
Date: 30 September
Location: Global
About: International Podcast Day is an annual global celebration of podcasting, encouraging podcasters, listeners and industry professionals to share and discuss the medium. For Sessions, it is also a useful date for spotlighting creators, industry trends, recommendations and the wider podcast community
