Architecture enthusiasts, professionals, and anyone captivated by the spaces we inhabit: we are now speaking directly to you! 2024 was a great year for events and projects, so we can’t wait for what 2025 has to offer. From expos to festivals, conference rooms to historic courtyards in the south of France, here is the best list of architecture events for the next year.
Explaining why attending these events is important is perhaps preaching to the priest since we all know how they can provide invaluable networking opportunities, present the latest trends and groundbreaking innovations, and lead to thought-provoking discussions about the built environment. These events are a platform for connection, learning, and even inspiration, as they spotlight architecture and its critical role in responding to social, cultural, and environmental shifts.
In this list, you’ll find ten of the most important architectural events happening worldwide in 2025, each carefully selected to reflect the diversity of themes and perspectives that are shaping the industry as we know it today.
1. World Architecture Festival (WAF)
Where? Miami, USA
When? November 12 – 14
The World Architecture Festival (WAF) is scheduled to take place from November 12 to 14 at the Miami Beach Convention Centre in Miami, marking the first time the event will be held in the United States. WAF is widely recognized as the world’s largest live awards event for architects and designers. It offers a platform for professionals to present their projects live to a panel of judges and peers.
The festival holds one of the most comprehensive programs out there, including live judging sessions, keynote talks, and, of course, great networking opportunities. Additionally, WAF Interiors, formerly known as the Inside World Festival of Interiors, will run simultaneously as WAF, making this a comprehensive event where architects can get to know their design counterparts. Attendees can also participate in architectural tours of local landmarks in Miami, led by qualified architects.
2. AIA Conference on Architecture & Design
Where? Boston, USA
When? June 4 – 7
The AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2025 (or AIA25) is scheduled for June 4–7 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Centre in Boston, Massachusetts. This annual event brings together professionals from the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries, pushing them towards exploring the most recent advancements in design.
Attendees can participate in architect-led tours of Boston‘s most notable projects, engage with keynote speakers addressing current industry challenges, and attend over 300 educational sessions. The conference also features an expo with more than 500 brands showcasing the latest building products and materials, making this one of the must-attend events of the year for those who want to expand their connections in the industry.
3. Venice Architecture Biennale
Where? Venice, Italy
When? May 10 – November 23
The 19th International Architecture Exhibition, known as the Venice Architecture Biennale, is scheduled to take place from May 10 to November 23 in Venice, Italy. Curated by architect and engineer Carlo Ratti, this year’s exhibition is titled “Intelligens. Natural. Artificial. Collective”, inviting attendees to explore various forms of intelligence—natural, artificial, and collective—and their applications in architecture.
This famous event will feature various projects and experiments examining how architecture can adapt to modern environmental challenges with limited resources. Additionally, the Biennale will include national participation, collateral events, and the second edition of the Biennale College Architettura, which invites emerging practitioners under 30 to share their solutions regarding the climate crisis with their peers.
4. London Festival of Architecture 2025
Where? London, UK
When? June 1 – 30
The London Festival of Architecture (LFA) is set to return during the whole month of June, offering various unique events across the city. This year’s theme, “Voices,” invites attendees to explore how diverse perspectives can shape the built environment, encouraging discussions on inclusivity and architectural representation.
The festival will host a series of installations, exhibitions, workshops, and talks, providing opportunities for engagement with the public and with fellow professionals. The program’s specifics are not yet known, but they are set to be announced at the beginning of May, so be sure to visit the event’s website for more information.
5. Architektur Biennale in Berlin
Where? Berlin, Germany
When? June 14 – September 14
The 13th Berlin Biennale for Contemporary Art will take place from June 14 to September 14, guiding attendees across multiple locations in Berlin, including the KW Institute for Contemporary Art. Curated by Zasha Colah, the event will explore themes of artistic imagination and civil disobedience, focusing on the concept of fugitive as a way to examine modern urban and societal dynamics and inviting viewers to consider equality through encounters with the unexpected in urban spaces.
In the program, attendees can count on a series of exhibitions, installations, and public events, all curated by the taste of Enver Hadzijaj, who decided to blend bureaucratic typography with evocative graphic elements.
6. futurebuild
Where? London, UK
When? 4 – 6 March
futurebuild is scheduled to take place from March 4 to 6 at ExCeL London, celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025 under the theme “Impact”. This year’s edition won’t start from the festival’s original goal of driving positive change in the built environment, so visitors can expect to explore the latest sustainable innovations and solutions, engage with industry leaders, and participate in a knowledge program offering Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.
To ensure that the program will address key challenges and shape the future of construction and development, the event will feature various sections, including Buildings, Energy, Sustainable Infrastructure, FutureX, Heat Network Zone, Digital, Retrofit, and Materials. For those who have their eyes set on the future, attending this event can be considered a must, as the solutions that will change how the industry will operate in the future are sure to be found here.
7. “Water is Coming”
Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
Dates: October 7, 2024 – March 23, 2025
The Danish Architecture Centre (DAC) in Copenhagen is hosting the exhibition “Water is Coming” from October 7, 2024, to March 23, 2025. This exhibition is all about examining the challenges posed by rising sea levels and increased rainfall due to climate change, focusing especially on how urban design can adapt to these conditions.
In this immersive event, visitors will be presented with various solutions from Denmark and abroad, including projects that integrate biodiversity, urban development, and innovative waterfront housing. Visitors can experience sensory installations, such as “Mermaid Bay” by Christian Friedländer, which depicts a future coastal landscape affected by sea-level rise, all aimed to inspire reflection on the role of water in urban environments and encourage dialogue on possible adaptation strategies.
8. Open House Worldwide Festival
Where? Worldwide
When? All-year-round
The Open House Worldwide is, perhaps, one of the most dynamic events on this list. The festival comprises a network of over 60 cities, all of which host annual festivals that grant public access to significant architectural sites and foster discussions about urban environments. In 2023, these events collectively attracted 1.2 million visitors to 6,250 buildings and activities, all facilitated by 14,460 volunteers.
Each city organizes its own Open House festival, typically occurring on different dates throughout the year—for instance, Open House Miami is scheduled for February 28 to March 2, while Open House Vienna is planned for September 13 and 14, 2025. These events offer unique opportunities to explore local architectural landmarks and engage in dialogues with people worldwide. Plus, people can make an entire year-round trip to visit their favorite open-house events and get to know the world!
9. Festival Des Architectures Vives
Where? Montpellier, France
When? June 10 – 15
The Festival des Architectures Vives (FAV) is scheduled to take place from June 10 to 15 in beautiful Montpellier, France, providing once again a platform for young architects, urban planners, and landscape architects to present experimental designs within the historic courtyards of Montpellier’s private mansions.
This year’s edition adopts the theme “La Gourmandise”, which can translate to “The Gluttony” or “The Indulgence”, inviting participants to explore the intersection of architecture and indulgence. To achieve this, the festival will present a series of immersive installations capable of engaging the senses and provoking genuine moments of pleasure. The festival’s goal is to foster a dialogue between contemporary architectural practices and historical sites, encouraging professionals to change their perspectives of these traditional spaces to come up with innovative ideas and solutions.
10. ArchiBuild Expo 2025
Where? Melbourne, Australia
When? June 12 – 14
ArchiBuild Expo is scheduled to take place from June 12 to 14 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre in Melbourne, Australia. This event is a major platform for architects, designers, and builders alike to explore the latest innovations in construction technologies and their possible applications in architectural design.
Visitors are welcome to engage with over 200 leading suppliers, participate in educational sessions offering up to six formal Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points, and network with more than 12,500 industry professionals. The expo will also feature a wide range of products and solutions, including smart home technologies, architectural lighting, and sustainable building materials, making this a must-attend event for those who want a boost for their personal practices and careers.
