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Where to Find the Best Marketing Events This October

Lucy Bolan • October 7, 2025

October is shaping up to be a stellar month for connection, collaboration, and conversation in the marketing world!


Whether you’re a CMO, brand manager, digital expert, or emerging marketer, this month’s event calendar is packed with opportunities to learn, share insights, and grow your professional network.


From leadership lunches and AI-focused panels to creative industry summits, there’s something for every marketing professional looking to stay inspired and ahead of the curve.


Here are some of the top marketing events in Australia and New Zealand to add to your diary 👇


Melbourne

New Chapter: CMO Collective Club

  • 9th October | Melbourne CBD | Lunch event
  • An exclusive lunch bringing together senior marketing leaders to share ideas, challenges, and inspiration.
  • Grab your ticket


Marketing Leaders Summit

  • 29th – 30th October | Crown Melbourne
  • A two-day event packed with strategic insights and case studies from Australia’s top marketing minds.
  • More info


Melbourne Marketing Forum

  • 28th October
  • A must-attend for marketers wanting to stay on top of the latest industry trends and innovations.
  • Register here


Meet the Media Melbourne

  • 21st October
  • A great chance to connect with journalists and media professionals – ideal for those looking to strengthen their PR and communication game.
  • Find out more


Sydney

SXSW Sydney

  • 13th – 19th October 2025
  • The ultimate convergence of tech, film, music, and marketing – this one’s not to be missed.
  • Explore SXSW


Product Marketing Summit

  • 29th October
  • Join product marketers, growth specialists, and brand leaders as they dive into what’s next in product strategy.
  • More details


AANA Connect – CMO Series (Online)

  • October (check event details)
  • Discover insights on The Future of Marketing in the AI Era – from wherever you are.
  • Register here


TMC / The Re-Write: Marketing’s Next Era

  • 15th October
  • A forward-thinking event exploring what’s next for marketing leaders in Australia.
  • Find out more


New Zealand

TMC / The Marketing Club – Marketers Day

  • 20th October
  • A celebration of creativity and strategy in marketing across Aotearoa.
  • Learn more


Let’s Catch Up!


I’ll be attending some of these events myself, and I’d love to see some familiar and new faces along the way. Whether you’re there to learn, connect, or simply soak up the energy of the marketing community, October is the month to get out there and make it happen!


Contact Lucy


✉️ lucy@newchaptertalent.com.au

📞 +61 416 153 144

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