Guide
International congresses and conferences in Barcelona in 2026
Barcelona consolidates its position every year as one of Europe's leading destinations for international congresses and conferences. Thanks to its infrastructure, connectivity and cultural appeal, the city hosts top-level professional meetings in fields such as technology, medicine, industry and urban innovation. This selection brings together some of the most outstanding congresses of 2026, key appointments for professionals, companies and specialists from all over the world.
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- European Meeting of the Economic Science Association 2026
Universitat Pompeu Fabra hosts this major European gathering on experimental economics and behavioural sciences, featuring lectures, workshops and research sessions.
2–5 September
Address C/ Mercè, 12 (Universitat Pompeu Fabra) - World Intracerebral Haemorrhage Conference 2026
International medical congress focused on research and treatment of intracerebral haemorrhage, with specialists in neurology, neurosurgery and intensive care.
27–29 September
Address C/ Dr. Aiguader, 88 (PRBB – Barcelona Biomedical Research Park) - LIBER International Book Fair
From 29 September to 1 October, Fira de Barcelona will host a new edition of LIBER, the major international book fair in Spanish and one of the leading meeting points for the publishing industry. For three days, the Gran Via venue will bring together around 250 exhibitors from more than fifteen countries and thousands of professionals with a shared goal: to promote new business and strengthen the sector’s international reach.
- EMSEA Annual Conference 2026
European meeting on marine science education, aimed at researchers, teachers and communicators working in ocean sustainability and conservation.
30 September to 2 October
Address Pg. Marítim de la Barceloneta, 37 (Institut de Ciències del Mar) - Smart City Expo World Congress 2026
Barcelona hosts one of the world’s most influential congresses on urban innovation and sustainable development. The event brings together public officials, urban planners, technology companies and experts in mobility, energy and urban planning to discuss the future of smart cities.
3–5 November
PlaceFira Barcelona
- Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress 2026
International event focused on the future of urban and sustainable mobility. Technology companies, public administrations and transport experts gather in Barcelona to discuss smart mobility, electrification, urban logistics and new transport models adapted to the cities of the future.
3–5 November
PlaceFira Barcelona
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