Hedge Fund, Managed Futures & Alternative Investment Conferences in 2026

January 23, 2026 rcm-alternatives 0 comment  Like
Education, Events

As 2026 gets underway, the conference calendar is already shaping up to be another busy and exciting year.

Each year, dozens of conferences, forums, and industry events shape the conversations that matter most across futures, hedge funds, ETFs, and institutional portfolio construction. From large, global flagship events to more targeted allocator meetings, these conferences serve as critical touchpoints for education, networking, and idea exchange.

Below is a comprehensive working list of the major alternative investment conferences taking place in 2026, including events RCM plans to attend and additional industry staples that remain firmly on our radar. While not every firm will attend every event, this list reflects the conferences most consistently shaping the dialogue across managed futures, CTAs, and the broader alternatives ecosystem. 

We’ll continue to update this list as dates are finalized and agendas are released – stay tuned…

Q1 2026 Events & Conferences 

The year begins with a heavy concentration of managed futures, CTA, and institutional alternatives events, many centered around Miami and the Southeast.

 

Q2 2026 Spring Conferences & Signature Events

As the calendar turns to spring, the focus shifts to industry mainstays and destination events.

 

Q3 2026 Summer & Early Fall Engagements

Late summer and early fall bring a mix of regional conferences and large-scale industry meetings.

 

Q4 2026 Closing Out the Year

The final quarter features several high-profile conferences and RCM-hosted gatherings.

 

Other Conferences to Keep on Your Radar

 

RCM & CME–Hosted Lunch & Learns

Throughout 2026, RCM Alternatives will also host a series of RCM and CME–sponsored Lunch & Learn events across key markets.

📅 Dates and locations to be announced.

These sessions are designed to provide focused, educational discussions on managed futures, portfolio construction, and current market themes in a smaller, interactive setting.

 

Stay Connected

If you’ll be attending any of these events, or would like to connect while we’re on the road, we’d love to hear from you. Be sure to check back throughout the year as we share updates, recaps, and insights from each event.

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