May is no ordinary month. Across the globe, creators, tech-lovers, coders, artists are stepping into the summer spotlight May events – this lineup delivers all that and more.
From global showdowns in Gaming to Tech breakthroughs and expressive Art shows, the energy this month is unreal. Whether you’re in it for innovation, inspiration, or connection, May events are shaping culture across continents—and GIANTY has your front-row pass.
Here’s your full rundown of the game, mark your calendar!
Play Mode: Gaming May Events 2025
PAX East 2025
Date: May 8th – May 11th
Location: Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
PAX East 2025 – one of the most anticipated events in the industry—bringing together players, developers, publishers, and creators for four days of nonstop energy. Expect hands-on game demos, thought-provoking panels, live tournaments, music performances, and an expo floor packed with the biggest names and boldest indies in gaming.
PAX East is always about community-first experience—perfect for studios showcasing new titles, devs sharing ideas, and creators building real connections. This is one of the May events you don’t want to miss!
GameExpo Summit 2025
Date: May 7th – May 8th
Location: Zabeel Hall 4, Dubai World Trade Center, United Arab Emirates
The Dubai GameExpo Summit 2025, powered by PG Connects, takes place over two days at the Dubai World Trade Centre alongside the Dubai Esports and Games Festival.
Featuring over 70 industry leaders, the summit covers 8 key tracks on topics like the metaverse, AI, Web3, game development, monetization, and the growing MENA market.
New for Game Expo 2025 May Events: “The Investment Summit” – focusing on funding for game companies and “The Big Indie Zone” – an exclusive expo for indie developers, offering demo tables with conference passes to showcase their games.
TwitchCon Rotterdam 2025
Date: May 31st – June 1st
Location: Rotterdam Ahoy, The Netherlands
TwitchCon returns in 2025, as one of the largest events in the live streaming and gaming world, TwitchCon brings creators, fans, and industry professionals together for a high-energy weekend of connection and celebration.
This year’s experience will feature a packed schedule of signature highlights, including live competitions at the Twitch Rivals Arena, insightful panels and announcements at Glitch Theatre, hands-on learning at interactive workshops, and the vibrant Artist Alley showcasing indie creators.
Tech Hub: Technology May Events 2025
IBM Think 2025
Date: May 5th – May 8th
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Think 2025 is back, blending enterprise transformation with emerging tech. This is where leaders from cloud, AI, quantum, and cybersecurity come together to explore what’s next and what’s already happening. Expect hands-on demos, deep-dive tracks, and C-level insights.
Whether you’re building with AI, migrating to hybrid cloud, or exploring blockchain’s next chapter, Think 2025 delivers real-world use cases from companies already making waves.
For startups and tech partners, this is a key networking node in the B2B tech ecosystem.
TECHSPO San Diego 2025
Date: May 8th – May 9th
Location: San Diego, California
TECHSPO – two-day tech showcase brings together top developers, marketers, designers, and innovators to explore the future of Internet, Mobile, AdTech, MarTech, and SaaS. From live demos to product launches, it’s where cutting-edge ideas meet real-world applications.
TECHSPO is fast, focused, and built for collaboration. It’s the kind of event where a hallway convo becomes a product roadmap—and where ideas move quickly from prototype to pitch.
ODSC East 2025
ODSC is the event for you If you live in the data layer. This premier conference offers over 150 sessions, including keynotes, hands-on workshops, expert-led training in machine learning, generative AI, NLP, and more.
Attendees can explore the AI Expo Hall on May 13–14, featuring 40+ leading organizations, live demos, and networking opportunities.
Calling all data scientists, engineers, or business leaders, ODSC East provides the tools and insights to help you to stay ahead in the evolving AI landscape.
Anime Unbound: Art Events in May 2025
Hakurei Shrine Grand Festival (Reitaisai)
Date: May 5th
Location: Tokyo Big Sight East Hall, Tokyo, Japan
Reitaisai is a celebration like no other – a creative showcase dedicated to the Touhou Project universe.
But it’s not just fan art and music—it’s an explosion of doujin culture, where original games, manga, crafts, and performances show the depth and vibrancy of Japan’s indie scene.
In an era where fan-driven content and community IPs are reshaping the entertainment landscape, Reitaisai offers a glimpse into the power of grassroots creativity. This is where fandom becomes folklore.
Overview May Events
Wrap Up
From gaming arenas and livestream stages to AI labs and creative halls, 2025 May Events are setting a powerful tone for the months ahead. The energy we’ve seen so far this year—from the breakthroughs in GDC 2025 in March. Each event is more than just a date on the calendar!
Whether you’re tracking tech trends, following the digital art, or diving deep into gaming culture, now’s the time to stay connected.
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