The WLA World Lottery Summit 2026 brings together lottery leaders, regulators, suppliers, technology providers, sports betting professionals, and industry experts from around the world for a major event focused on the future of the regulated lottery and sports betting industry.
Hosted by The Lottery Corporation and the World Lottery Association, the 2026 summit is built around the theme “United in Purpose: Driving Change, Building Resilience.” The program explores key issues affecting the global lottery and sports betting sectors, including responsible gaming, sports betting regulation and consumer protection, security and risk management, illegal operators, sports integrity, technology, innovation, and emerging industry challenges.
The summit features a comprehensive business program with keynote speakers and expert discussions, a global tradeshow showcasing products and services from industry suppliers, and networking and social activities. Participants will have opportunities to explore new lottery and gaming solutions, exchange industry knowledge, connect with suppliers and peers, and gain insights into developments shaping regulated gaming markets.
Event Schedule:
The World Lottery Summit takes place from November 9–12, 2026.
The opening program includes a special dinner at the Sydney Opera House, with participants arriving by boat. The main business program and tradeshow take place at the International Convention Centre Sydney in Darling Harbour.
The official program highlights three main themes across the summit:
November 10: Driving Change
November 11: Building Resilience
November 12: United in Purpose
WLA World Lottery Summit 2026 provides a global forum for the regulated lottery and sports betting community to collaborate, explore innovation, strengthen industry resilience, and discuss the future of responsible and secure gaming.
