Events Desk – Latest Events Happening Around the World

Stay updated with the latest and most important events happening around the world with the Events Desk at NZ Indian Insights. From major international summits and cultural festivals to entertainment events, sporting occasions, exhibitions and global celebrations, follow the events making headlines across New Zealand, India and the rest of the world.

Latest Global Events

BRICS Summit 2026 – New Delhi, India

One of the biggest international diplomatic events of September is the BRICS Leaders’ Summit, taking place in New Delhi on September 12 and 13, 2026.

Leaders from the expanded BRICS grouping are gathering in India to discuss global governance, trade and investment, technology cooperation, food and energy security, disaster resilience and major international developments. The summit is taking place against a backdrop of tensions in the Middle East and continued geopolitical competition between major powers.

The event is expected to attract significant international attention as India seeks to strengthen cooperation among the expanded BRICS members and advance discussions around the future of the Global South.

25th Anniversary of 9/11 – United States

September 11, 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks in the United States.

Memorial ceremonies are being held across the country, including events at the Pentagon, the National September 11 Memorial in New York and the Flight 93 National Memorial in Pennsylvania. The anniversary is bringing together families, officials and communities to remember those who lost their lives and reflect on the global consequences of the attacks.

2026 Asian Games – Japan

The 2026 Asian Games are set to begin in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, on September 19 and continue through October 4.

Athletes from across Asia will compete across dozens of sports, making the event one of the largest international sporting gatherings of the year. Nagoya and the wider Aichi region are preparing to welcome athletes, officials and spectators from across the continent.

Oktoberfest 2026 – Munich, Germany

One of the world’s best-known cultural festivals, Oktoberfest, returns to Munich from September 19 to October 4, 2026.

The annual celebration at Theresienwiese combines traditional Bavarian culture, music, food, entertainment and large-scale festival attractions. Oktoberfest continues to attract millions of visitors from Germany and around the world every year.

2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup – Poland

Football fans around the world are following the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, taking place in Poland from September 5 to September 27.

The tournament brings together some of the world’s most promising young footballers as national teams compete across venues in cities including Łódź, Katowice, Sosnowiec and Bielsko-Biała.

FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 – Germany

The FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 is taking place in Berlin, Germany, from September 4 to September 13.

The tournament brings together the world’s leading women’s basketball teams for one of the biggest events on the international basketball calendar, with the final scheduled for September 13.

US Open 2026 – New York

The US Open is reaching its conclusion in New York in September, with the final stages of the Grand Slam tournament attracting global attention.

The tournament remains one of the biggest annual events in international tennis, bringing together leading players, fans and visitors at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

Venice International Film Festival – Italy

The 83rd Venice International Film Festival is taking place from September 2 to September 12, 2026, bringing filmmakers, actors, directors and film enthusiasts to Venice.

The festival remains one of the world’s most prestigious film events and is an important stop on the international awards-season calendar.

More Events to Watch

Emmy Awards 2026 – Los Angeles

The 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards are scheduled to take place in Los Angeles on September 13, bringing together some of the biggest names in television and streaming.

The ceremony is expected to attract worldwide attention as audiences wait to see which shows, performers and creative teams take home the major television awards.

FIFA Women’s U-20 World Cup

The FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup continues throughout September in Poland, giving football fans an opportunity to watch the next generation of international stars compete for the world title.

Asian Games Preparations

With the Asian Games opening on September 19, preparations across Aichi and Nagoya are entering their final stages. The event is expected to bring athletes, teams and visitors from across Asia to Japan for two weeks of competition and cultural exchange.

Global Cultural Festivals

September also marks the beginning of the international festival season, with cultural celebrations, food festivals, music events, art exhibitions and community gatherings taking place across major cities.

Oktoberfest celebrations are already beginning in several countries, including events across the United States ahead of the main Munich festival.

Events Around the World

From international summits and sporting championships to film festivals, cultural celebrations and major entertainment ceremonies, September 2026 is packed with events attracting audiences around the world.

At NZ Indian Insights, the Events Desk tracks the events that matter — including major happenings in New Zealand, India, Australia, Asia, Europe, North America and other parts of the world.

What to Expect on the Events Desk

• Major international events

• Global summits and conferences

• Sports tournaments and championships

• Film and television events

• Music festivals and concerts

• Cultural and traditional festivals

• Art exhibitions and international showcases

• Major celebrations and public events

• Events across New Zealand and India

• Upcoming events around the world

Upcoming Events Calendar

Keep checking this page for new event announcements, important dates, event highlights and updates as major international events unfold.

From BRICS in New Delhi and the Asian Games in Japan to Oktoberfest in Germany and major entertainment events in the United States, the NZ Indian Insights Events Desk brings the world’s biggest events together in one place.

Stay informed. Stay connected. Know what’s happening around the world.