Salzburg’s event highlights in 2026

MEMS 2026

With IEEE MEMS 2026 – The 39th International Conference on Micro Electro Mechanical Systems, Salzburg becomes a hub for cutting-edge international research in microsystems engineering. Hosted at Salzburg Congress, the event brings together leading scientists and engineers to present the latest developments in sensors, microelectronics and nanotechnology, as well as their applications in industry, medicine and digital technologies.

39th International Wound Management Congress 2026

The 39th International Wound Management Congress will take place on April 16–17, 2026, at the Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre. Known for its hands-on and personal atmosphere, the congress will bring together around 500 to 600 wound care specialists from medical and nursing fields, as well as other areas of healthcare. The programme focuses on interdisciplinary exchange, current developments and practical approaches in wound management.

IMS Annual Meeting 2026

The IMS Annual Meeting, taking place from July 6 to 9, 2026, at Salzburg Congress, will position Salzburg as a global meeting point for statistics, data science and applied mathematics. Researchers from around the world will discuss advanced methodologies, data-driven innovations and interdisciplinary applications across science and industry.

IIW Annual Assembly 2026

The 79th IIW Annual Assembly 2026 is a globally significant gathering for the welding and materials science community. The event brings together experts from industry, research and development, fostering international exchange on the latest technologies, standards and innovations.

IBSF Congress 2026

The IBSF Congress will take place in 2026 at the IMLAUER Hotel in Pitter, Salzburg, bringing together international representatives from the field of sports and federation management. The focus lies on strategic topics, networking and the continued development of sports organisations.

RENEXPO – connect energies 2026

The RENEXPO – connect energies will take place on March 19–20, 2026, at Messezentrum Salzburg and is one of the key meeting points for the energy sector in the Alpine region. It focuses on renewable energy, hydropower and innovative solutions for a sustainable energy future.

European Notaries Conference 2026

The 36th European Notaries Conference will be held from April 23 to 24, 2026, in Salzburg, bringing together leading representatives from law, business and politics. Key topics include digitalisation, legal security and the evolving role of notarial services within Europe.

ESTI 2026

The 32nd Annual Scientific Meeting of the European Society of Thoracic Imaging (ESTI) will take place from June 4 to 6, 2026, in Salzburg. This leading European congress offers a high-level scientific programme focusing on advanced diagnostics, innovative technologies and case-based learning in thoracic imaging.

ESACT Meeting 2026

The 29th ESACT Meeting will be held from June 7 to 10, 2026, at Messezentrum Salzburg, bringing together around 1,000 participants from academia and industry. The event focuses on the latest developments in cell culture technology, bioprocessing and biotechnology, complemented by keynote sessions, workshops and interactive formats.

ESCCA 2026

The ESCCA 2026 – European Society for Clinical Cell Analysis will take place from September 9 to 12, 2026, in Salzburg. This international congress focuses on the latest developments in cell analysis, diagnostics and laboratory medicine, offering a high-level scientific programme with strong clinical relevance.

Salzburg Europe Summit 2026

The 22nd Salzburg Europe Summit will take place from September 27 to 29, 2026, at the Salzburg Congress. International experts from politics, business and academia will discuss current European challenges under the theme “Europe – a sovereign global player?”

EHFG 2026 – European Health Forum Gastein

The European Health Forum Gastein (EHFG) will take place from September 29 to October 2, 2026, in Bad Hofgastein as a hybrid conference. Under the theme “Health for a stronger European Union – high time for action!”, key European health policy challenges will be addressed.

Geomechanics Colloquium 2026

The 75th Geomechanics Colloquium will be held from October 8 to 9, 2026, at Salzburg Congress and is one of the most important international events in geomechanics and tunnelling. The 15th Austrian Tunnel Day will take place on October 7, 2026, as a pre-event. With over 900 participants, the colloquium provides a key platform for exchange on infrastructure projects and engineering innovations.