World Lottery Summit 2026

The World Lottery Summit (WLS) 2026 is the global lottery industry’s most important gathering — held every two years by the World Lottery Association (WLA) and co-organised in 2026 with host lottery The Lottery Corporation (TLC). The 2026 summit takes place November 9 to 12 at the International Convention Centre Sydney, located in the iconic Darling Harbour precinct.

What Is the World Lottery Summit?

The World Lottery Summit is the WLA’s landmark biennial convention — the largest dedicated event for the regulated lottery and sports betting industry worldwide. Each edition attracts between 800 and 1,500 senior delegates from over 80 countries, including CEOs of state-authorised lottery organisations, government regulators, sports betting executives, and leading technology suppliers.

WLS 2024 was held in Paris. WLS 2026 in Sydney is the next edition — making 2026 the most important year in the two-year lottery industry event cycle.

Theme: “United in Purpose: Driving Change, Building Resilience”

The 2026 summit’s theme reflects the global lottery industry’s dual mandate: sustaining revenue growth for good causes while navigating technological disruption, regulatory evolution, and player protection challenges. The agenda centres on sustainable growth and social impact.

Key Highlights of WLS 2026

• Opening Dinner at Sydney Opera House — Delegates arrive by boat for an exclusive evening at one of the world’s most recognisable landmarks — whose construction was largely funded through the sale of over 86 million lottery tickets
• WLA General Meeting — The formal gathering of WLA member organisations setting global lottery industry standards and governance
• International Trade Show — Leading lottery operators and technology providers showcase cutting-edge ticketing systems, retail technology, digital lottery platforms, and data analytics solutions
• Keynote Addresses — Welcome from WLA President Andreas Kötter and The Lottery Corporation CEO Wayne Pickup, plus international keynote speakers from gaming and adjacent industries
• Technical Conference Tracks covering:
  • AI and digital transformation in lottery operations
  • Cybersecurity in gaming systems
  • Combatting illegal gambling operations
  • Maintaining integrity of global sports
  • Responsible gaming frameworks and certification
  • Engaging the next generation of players
  • Mobile lottery and iLottery platforms
• WLS 2026 Advertising Awards — Recognising excellence in lottery marketing
• WLS 2026 Responsible Gaming Awards — Celebrating best practice in player protection
• Workshops and Training Sessions — Hands-on sessions covering lottery operations optimisation, technology implementation, and responsible gaming practices
• Closing Dinner — Showcasing Sydney’s world-class waterfront hospitality

Who Should Attend WLS 2026?

• National and State Lottery CEOs and Senior Executives — Including WLA member organisations from all continents
• Lottery Technology Suppliers — Ticketing system providers, draw game suppliers, instant ticket manufacturers, and digital lottery platform providers
• iLottery and Digital Platform Companies — Presenting solutions to the world’s most significant concentration of lottery decision-makers
• Government Regulators — Overseeing lottery and sports betting regulation globally
• Responsible Gambling Professionals — Given the summit’s strong focus on responsible gaming standards and certification
• Sports Betting Executives — With lottery-adjacent sports betting increasingly on the WLA agenda

Why WLS 2026 Is the Lottery Industry’s Most Important Event

For lottery professionals, WLS is not comparable to any other event. It is the only gathering that brings together the CEOs of the world’s major national lottery organisations simultaneously — making it the definitive platform for standard-setting, partnership development, and strategic alignment across the global regulated lottery industry.

The Sydney location adds particular significance: the Asia-Pacific lottery market is one of the fastest growing globally, and WLS 2026 — co-organised with The Lottery Corporation — provides unparalleled access to APAC-region lottery leadership.

Practical Information

• Venue: International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), Darling Harbour, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia
• Dates: November 9–12, 2026
• Registration: world-lotteries.org
• Organised by: World Lottery Association (WLA) + The Lottery Corporation (TLC)
• Expected Attendance: 800–1,500 senior delegates from 80+ countries