MIPCOM - The world’s entertainment content market
12-15 October 2026
Palais des Festivals, Cannes

What's on at MIPCOM

The MIPCOM CANNES conference programme is built to turn insight into action — bringing together industry leaders to explore the forces reshaping the global content business.

From the Creator Economy and Brand Entertainment to AI, sessions focus on the strategies and partnerships driving the next wave of content with practical insights you can apply immediately.

Beyond the stage, MIPCOM is designed for business with curated deal environments, pitch sessions, buyer briefings and C-level roundtables connecting the right players and accelerating deals.

Leave with sharper insight, stronger connections, and real business outcomes.

WHAT HAPPENED IN 2025

2026 Conference Programme coming soon!


High-Impact, Future-Facing Conferences

Access the now and discover the next 
  • Insightful Discussions: Thought leadership panels and discussions focusing on future-facing topics, providing a platform to share insights and forecast industry trends.
  • Industry Transformation: Sessions which are tailored to explore strategies for financing, distribution, and creative innovation, ensuring participants are well-equipped for the evolving market landscape.

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Curated Networking & Matchmaking Opportunities

It only takes one conversation.

Experience seamless networking with MIP’s results-driven matchmaking platform designed to ensure meaningful connections and commercial growth.

Themed Speed Matchmaking - Fast-paced, pre-organisedmeetings designed to spark new business relationships

Free-Flow Matchmaking - an open-format networking experience designed to deliver high-value connection. 

Roundtables - Small, expert-led discussions where participants exchange insights and connect with peers around key industry themes.

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Cutting-Edge Showcases & Screenings

First Glances. Global Debuts. Unforgettable Moments.

From dazzling red-carpet premieres to exclusive industry screenings, MIPCOM is the premier stage for showcasing fresh programming and emerging IP across every genre. We provide the ideal platform where international buyers can uncover the next global hit, ensuring that every standout moment is seen and celebrated.

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Diversify TV Awards

MIPCOM CANNES announces a pause in the Diversify TV Awards programme for 2025. In consultation with the Diversify TV board, our intent is to bring the awards back in 2026 under a new format, where we plan once again to showcase an official jury selection of the most compelling examples of representation in TV and digital programming from across the globe.

We continue to present inclusivity and representation, including through the Women in Global Entertainment Lunch, the médiaClub’Elles Mentoring, The BIG LGBTQ+ & Ally Dinner and the MIP SDG Award.


Immersive Spaces

MIP INNOVATION  LAB

Tech-Focused, Creatively Driven.

A central hub for next-generation storytelling and tech innovation, spanning AI, streaming, FAST, and virtual production.

It connects tech leaders and content creators with dedicated individual meeting spaces, focused summits, and high-level matchmaking to drive partnerships and new revenue.

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MIP CREATIVE HUB

From creative vision to commercial reality. 

This central beachfront hub is where creativity meets opportunity, bringing together international producers and creators.

With VIP networking, curated, future-facing conference sessions, and private sponsor spaces, it delivers direct access to partners, talent, financing, and key decision-makers shaping the future of content.

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Speaking opportunities at MIPCOM 2026

Are you a thought leader, industry expert, or visionary in the world of television and digital content? MIPCOM CANNES invites you to share your insights, innovations, and expertise with a global audience of media professionals, content creators, and decision-makers.

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