Web3 Events You Should Consider Attending in 2024

Bware Labs Team

26 Jan 2024

7 min read

As we step into the year 2024, the realm of Web3 beckons with an array of enticing opportunities for developers, founders, startup enthusiasts, crypto aficionados, and the merely curious. This year promises a multitude of tech conferences and events that demand your attention, regardless of your position on the Web3 spectrum.

Whether you’re an expert or a novice looking to delve deeper into the world of Web3, these events offer a unique chance to tap into the knowledge of blockchain, uncover emerging industry trends, and witness groundbreaking innovations. Beyond the enriching learning experiences they provide, these gatherings also serve as a platform for fostering meaningful connections and enjoying moments of networking and camaraderie.

In this article, we will take you on a journey through the most prominent Web3 events of 2024, guiding you on which ones to mark on your calendar for a year filled with exploration, discovery, and community-building.

ETHDenver 2024 – Year of the Sporkwhale

Location: Denver, Colorado, USA
Dates: February 23 – March 3, 2024
Price: ETHDenver is free for approved applicants
Main Topics: distributed computing, decentralized Web3 future
Sponsorship available: Yes, you can apply for sponsorship here

Should I go to ETHDenver?

Nicknamed the world’s largest #BUIDL festival, ETHDenver 2024 will connect over 20 thousand SporkDAO community members together. The participants will share ideas, express creativity, #BUIDL new tech, and ultimately shape the future of blockchain.

Participants can also apply to the ETHDenver #BUIDLathon, where more than 25,000 innovators will meet and bring their ideas to life. Check the registration details if you want to find out more about the hackathon.

Last year members of the Bware Labs team took part in two events during ETHDenver – the MoveCon conference where they talked about the Move ecosystem and our contribution to it, and an infra panel moderated by BNBChain. This year we will host events during ETHDenver, and we are looking forward to meeting you and having a chat about the future of Web3. Keep an eye out for the details!

ETHGlobal

In December 2023, ETHGlobal announced its conferences for 2024. After reflecting on the valuable feedback they got after such an incredible year, they were ecstatic to finally reveal their plans for 2024. ETHGlobal will host a series of 20 events during 2024, which will span all over the world, set to ignite the passion of thousands of participants. They also announced two new locations for this year, ETHGlobal Sydney and Brussels, which will further help their mission of cultivating the most valuable Web3 community.

Check this year’s ETHGlobal events here.

Paris Blockchain Week – 5th Edition

Location: Paris, France
Dates: 8-12 April, 2024
Price: between €2390 – €4500+VAT; they also offer tickets for students, start-ups and developers which range between €100 – €800
Main Topics: public policies, enterprise blockchain, open finance, marketing in Web3, brands and Web3 economy, Web3 art
Sponsorship available: Yes, check out their sponsorship page

Should I go to Paris Blockchain Week?

2024 marks the 5th edition of the Paris Blockchain Week and reunites over 400 speakers from the world’s best blockchain and Web3 companies, including BCB Group, Lightspark, Stellar, and Binance. They’ll all share their stories and insights in the market, including about the entire NFT marketplace. Maybe we’ll meet you there!

The 2024 program tracks will be open finance, tech builders, corporate Web3, public policy, and enterprise blockchain. If you are interested in innovating one of these tracks, sign up to participate in the Paris Blockchain Week Hackathon. The winning team per track will be able to get a cash prize of €4500.

Avalanche Summit III

Location: Barcelona, Spain
Dates: TBA
Price: TBA
Main Topics: gaming, NFT, TradFi, Avalanche platform
Sponsorship available: TBA

Should I go to the Avalanche Summit?

With over 350 speakers from all over the world and 4000 attendees in last year’s summit, Avalanche Summit is an annual conference for anyone building and using decentralized technology on Avalanche and beyond.

Multiple topics are discussed in 125+ panel sessions, in which participants can learn about the latest Avalanche updates, see the innovations, and meet like-minded Web3 enthusiasts. In last year’s edition of the summit, our co-founder and head of product held a workshop on deploying your custom subnet on Fuji testnet. We are eager to have a talk with you about this year’s edition!

IVS Crypto 2024

Location: Kyoto, Japan
Dates: July 4th to 6th, 2024
Price: TBA; you can pre-register here
Main Topics: gaming, AI, SocialFi, real-world assets
Sponsorship available: Yes, you can apply here

Should I go to IVS Crypto 2024?

IVS Crypto 2024 Kyoto is the ultimate event for Web3 entrepreneurs, investors, developers, IP holders, and curious enthusiasts alike to gather and share Web3 knowledge.

Building upon the success of IVS – Japan’s largest startup conference since 2007 -, this year’s edition takes place in Kyoto, a city known for its rich history and global popularity.

EthCC [7]

Location: Brussels, Belgium
Dates: July 8-11, 2024
Price: TBA
Main Topics: decentralization, scalability, privacy, incentive mechanisms, MEV, UX, governance
Sponsorship available: Yes, check out the details

Should I go to EthCC?

EthCC, The Ethereum Community Conference, is the largest European Ethereum event. Focused on technology and community, people from all over the world gather for four intense days of conferences, networking, and learning.

With over 350 speakers and 5000+ attendees, EthCC believes in sharing and transmitting knowledge as being the most efficient way to develop a good ecosystem. Through conferences and workshops, many different subjects will be covered and different levels of comprehension of blockchain technology will be addressed.

Last year the Bware team joined Halbourn for a night of gaming, networking, and fun! We had the chance to connect and talk to a lot of like-minded people in Web3, just like you. The Bware team is looking forward to meeting you. Keep an eye out for the details!

Bitcoin 2024

Location: Nashville, Tennessee, USA
Dates: July 25-27, 2024
Price: between US $349 – US $5,499
Main Topics: Bitcoin, finance, mining, art & culture, open source
Sponsorship available: Check out the sponsorship details here

Should I go to Bitcoin 2024?

For the past decade, the Bitcoin Magazine-hosted annual Bitcoin conference has stood as the crypto industry’s largest yearly gathering. In 2023, this conference garnered an impressive turnout, with more than 15,000 attendees.

The eagerly anticipated Bitcoin 2024 conference is scheduled to take place in Nashville, USA, spanning from July 25th to July 27th, 2024. There is heightened excitement surrounding the 2024 edition due to Bitcoin nearing its halving event. Bitcoin enthusiasts and event organizers are optimistic that the halving event could stimulate a rise in Bitcoin prices, fostering a vibrant atmosphere at Bitcoin 2024.

Token2049

Location: Singapore
Dates: 18-19 September, 2024
Price: TBA
Main Topics: decentralized finance, NFT
Sponsorship available: Become a partner here

Should I go to Token2049?

Last year’s Token2049 event was a blast! The Bware Labs team co-hosted an awesome DeFi Summit side-event, where great panel speakers, sponsors, and attendees got together to explore the Web3 finance space.

This year, Token2049 Singapore aims to bring together the global Web3 industry, uniting entrepreneurs, investors, developers, industry insiders, and global media once again to create amazing networking opportunities.

Devcon 7

Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Dates: 12-15 November, 2024
Price: TBA
Main Topics: Ethereum, decentralized systems, heavy technical focus
Sponsorship available: TBA

Should I go to Devcon 7?

The objective of Devcon is to enhance the accessibility of Ethereum to communities around the world and to actively contribute to the development of the global Ethereum ecosystem. That is why Devcon 7 comes after a year-long break, and it will take place in Southeast Asia.

Devcon transcends the traditional conference format by serving as an inspirational hub. Dedicated builders, engineers, designers, researchers, community leaders, and artists unite in this technical-focused event to share their thoughts and visions. Whether you are a seasoned Ethereum expert or a newcomer, Devcon welcomes you.

Permissionless III

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
Dates: October 9-11, 2024
Price: between US $139.30 – US $199; tickets for the hackathon will also be available
Main Topics: decentralized finance
Sponsorship available: Get in touch with them via email

Should I go to Permissionless?

Permissionless, the go-to event in the world of decentralized finance (DefI), is organized by BlockWorks and takes place in the picturesque landscapes of Salt Lake City. Continuing its journey from Palm Beach to Austin, Permissionless III aims to redefine the DeFi conference landscape.

You should join Permissionless III whether you are an industry expert, an eager enthusiast, or just curious about the evolving space of decentralized finance.

Other Web3 Events for 2023

Here are more tech conferences where you can take a deep dive into the decentralized internet:

Let’s Have an Eventful 2024!

In conclusion, the list presented here is by no means exhaustive, as 2024 is set to be a year teeming with an abundance of tech conferences and Web3 events. We’ve highlighted some of the most thrilling ones, offering not only insightful presentations and discussions but also immersive workshops and enjoyable experiences, such as delving into the world of blockchain gaming or mastering the art of crafting a dApp.

Now that you’ve had a glimpse of what awaits, it’s time to make your choices and secure your spots at these Web3 gatherings. We’d love to hear your plans – drop us a comment and who knows, we might even cross paths at one of these exciting events!