This commentary examines the role of network-related research in event management studies. The reasons why networks are endemic in the event sector is stated with the goal of explaining why an event network theoretical framework is utilised in many studies. The change in topic and way networks and events are described in the literature are discussed with the goal of explicating the main topics. This helps to understand how research on networks and events has evolved and changed based on environmental conditions. After analysing the existing research primarily from the Event Management journal on networks and events, future research suggestions are highlighted that aim to take into account emerging event conditions and technological trends.