The Top 7 Fintech Events You Can’t Miss in 2025

The fintech industry continues to evolve at a breathtaking pace, making in-person events more valuable than ever for networking, learning, and business development. As we look ahead to 2025, several key conferences stand out as must-attend gatherings for finance professionals, technology innovators, and industry leaders.

Here’s our curated list of the seven most important fintech events happening in 2025:

1. Money 20/20 Europe (Amsterdam, Netherlands)

Dates: June 3-5, 2025
Why Attend: Money 20/20 has established itself as the premier fintech event globally, bringing together over 5,000 attendees from 2,000+ companies and 85 countries. The 2025 edition promises deep insights into open banking, embedded finance, and the future of payments infrastructure.

The conference’s unique format combines keynote presentations from industry titans, interactive workshops, and unparalleled networking opportunities. With Amsterdam as its backdrop, this event offers the perfect blend of cutting-edge content and European fintech innovation.

2. Singapore Fintech Festival (Singapore)

Dates: July 14-16, 2025
Why Attend: The largest fintech event in Asia, SFF attracts over 60,000 participants from 150+ countries. The 2025 edition will focus on sustainable finance, digital assets, and the transformation of financial services in emerging markets.

What sets SFF apart is its unique combination of public and private sector participation, with central banks, regulators, and technology leaders all contributing to the dialogue. If your business has any interest in Asian markets, this is the one event you cannot afford to miss.

3. Fintech Retreat Europe (Paris, France)

Dates: June 15-16, 2025
Why Attend: This boutique event offers a more intimate setting for senior executives and decision-makers. Limited to 500 participants, the retreat focuses on creating meaningful connections between traditional financial institutions and innovative technology providers.

The 2025 program will explore the integration of AI in financial services, the future of digital identity, and regulatory challenges facing the industry. The invitation-only format ensures high-quality interactions with genuine decision-makers.

4. PAYTECHSHOW 6.0 (Budapest, Hungary)

Dates: April 15, 2025
Why Attend: Focused specifically on payment technologies, PAYTECHSHOW has quickly become Eastern Europe’s leading fintech gathering. The 2025 edition will dive deep into real-time payments, cross-border transactions, and the evolving regulatory landscape for payment service providers.

With Budapest’s emerging status as a fintech hub, this event offers a unique perspective on payments innovation from a region experiencing rapid digital transformation.

5. Balkan Ecommerce Summit (Sofia, Bulgaria)

Dates: April 29-30, 2025
Why Attend: While not exclusively a fintech event, the Balkan Ecommerce Summit has become increasingly important for payment professionals and fintech companies serving the e-commerce sector. The 2025 edition will feature dedicated tracks on payment optimization, fraud prevention, and consumer financing.

The regional focus provides unique insights into one of Europe’s fastest-growing e-commerce markets, with specialized knowledge not available at broader industry events.

6. Finovate Europe (London, UK)

Dates: June 9-10, 2025
Why Attend: Known for its demo-focused format, Finovate Europe showcases the most innovative fintech solutions in 7-minute live demonstrations - no slides allowed. This format cuts through the marketing hype and lets attendees see real products in action.

The 2025 event will spotlight advancements in wealth tech, insurtech, and embedded finance solutions, making it ideal for financial institutions looking to identify potential technology partners.

7. Identity Week Europe (Amsterdam, Netherlands)

Dates: June 5-6, 2025
Why Attend: As digital identity becomes increasingly central to financial services, this specialized event has grown in importance for the fintech community. The 2025 program will explore biometric authentication, decentralized identity solutions, and the interplay between privacy regulations and identity verification.

For fintech companies grappling with KYC/AML challenges or developing identity-related products, this event offers specialized knowledge not available at broader industry conferences.

Planning Your 2025 Event Calendar

When deciding which events to attend, consider these factors:

1. Strategic alignment: Choose events that align with your company’s geographic focus and strategic priorities.

2. ROI potential: Balance the total cost (registration, travel, accommodation) against potential business outcomes.

3. Speaking opportunities: Prioritize events where your team can showcase thought leadership through speaking slots.

4. Pre-event preparation: Research attendees and schedule key meetings before arriving to maximize networking efficiency.

5. Team coordination: Rather than sending multiple people to the same event, consider spreading your team across different conferences for broader industry coverage.

By thoughtfully selecting which events to attend in 2025, you can maximize your professional development, expand your network, and identify new business opportunities in the rapidly evolving fintech landscape.

This article was originally published on February 15, 2025, and reflects the event schedule as of that date. Always check official event websites for the most current information.