2026 IAB New Zealand Events: Save the Dates

Make sure you save these dates for our upcoming 2026 IAB New Zealand events with a focus on AI, discoverability, video, marketing measurement and more. Tickets are available for IAB New Zealand Members and non-members, and members receive reduced member-only ticket prices. 

19 February 2026

BTS Award Winning AI Work | Zoom Webinar 

Find out what it takes to create award winning AI campaigns. We go BTS (behind the scenes) with the winners of the Best Use of Generative AI Award at the 2025 IAB NZ Digital Advertising Awards. What did they do and how did they do it? Join us to find out more.

5 March 2026

The Future of Marketing & AI 3-5pm

Join us to hear from three industry experts who'll share their perspectives on the future of marketing and digital advertising and AI. Practical insights from industry-leading professionals followed by a group Q&A.

19 April 2026

The Future of Creativity & AI 3-5pm

Part 2 of our Q1 AI event series, join us to hear from three industry experts on the future of creativity and AI, and how it's impacting the digital advertising industry. Practical insights from industry-leading professionals followed by a group Q&A.

14 May 2026

NewFronts: The Big Picture on Video 1 - 5:30pm

Join us to explore new video and attention products and tools. Expert keynote speakers, panels and hot takes on trends and future thinking.

6 August 2026

Discovery AI & Search Summit 1 - 5:30pm 

A deep dive into how AI-driven search is changing brand discoverability,  and what brands need to do to stay visible.

10 September 2026

MeasureUp

IAB New Zealand’s flagship half-day marketing, measurement conference dedicated to helping brands develop a culture of measurement that drives smarter decisions, and fuels business growth.

15 October

UoA & AUT Mix & Mentor Event

Mix With Students and mentor the next generation. This initiative is a chance to inspire, guide, and empower the next generation of digital advertising practitioners. Limited 6-month mentorships available.

19 November

2025 IAB NZ Digital Advertising Awards Show

The IAB New Zealand Digital Advertising Awards, which is now in its 10th year recognises, celebrates and awards the most outstanding work in digital advertising.

If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities please reach out to angelina.farry@iab.org.nz