Upcoming/ˈʌpkʌmɪŋ/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Expecting Events Use 'upcoming' for events you anticipate, giving a sense of looking forward to them. The band announced their upcoming tour dates. Pro Tip 2/3Near Future Includes anything scheduled to happen in the near future, not just immediate occurrences. Registration for the upcoming semester starts next month. Pro Tip 3/3Positive Tone Often carries a positive connotation, implying something to look forward to. Everyone is excited about the upcoming holiday season.