Smart City Expo World Congress 2026 – Barcelona, Spain
Overview
Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC) 2026, the world’s largest and most influential event for urban innovation, is scheduled for November 4–6 at Fira Barcelona Gran Via, uniting over 25,000 multi-sectoral attendees from 850+ cities and 135+ countries—including executives, city representatives, academics, and innovators—to accelerate sustainable, inclusive urban development. As a global benchmark since 2011, it showcases market-ready solutions across 8 topics: Enabling Technologies, Energy & Environment, Mobility, Governance & Economy, Living & Inclusion, Infrastructure & Building, Blue Economy, and Deep Tech, fostering collaborations that drive real change in a €1 trillion+ smart city ecosystem.
Organized by Fira de Barcelona and EIT Urban Mobility, the congress features 700+ speakers in 500+ sessions, 1,100+ exhibitors, and 4 co-located events: Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress, Tomorrow.Building World Congress, Tomorrow.Blue Economy World Congress, and Barcelona Deep Tech Summit. With 55% decision-makers and 92% satisfaction in contacts, it generates € billions in partnerships, emphasizing diversity, sustainability, and low-carbon initiatives like public transport incentives.
Event Highlights
- Main attractions: 1,100+ exhibitors in Halls 2 & 3 displaying tech for smart infrastructure, renewable energy, and inclusive mobility; Blue Economy zone for sustainable maritime solutions.
- Main activities or performances: 500+ congress sessions, including keynotes on AI ethics and urban foresight workshops; side events like EIT Urban Mobility’s trend anticipation.
- Special traditions or features: World Smart City Awards for global pioneers; IURC thematic clusters on mobility and agri-food; co-located summits for deep dives into building and deep tech.
- Unique attractions for visitors: App for digital badges and agendas; exclusive discounts on hotels/transport; city-wide activations promoting equity and green consciousness.
Why Attend
SCEWC 2026 is pivotal for urban leaders addressing climate and equity challenges, offering direct access to 25,000+ influencers unveiling solutions like AI-optimized services that enhance 30% of public operations and align with 70% global net-zero goals. In Barcelona’s innovative hub, forge partnerships—92% satisfaction in leads—for €500 million+ in projects, as 2025’s edition sparked collaborations on resilient neighborhoods.
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The multi-event format delivers ROI through 700+ speakers on governance and blue economy, with 95% attendees citing actionable insights. Whether scaling mobility or fostering inclusion, SCEWC empowers you to catalyze change, promote sustainability, and build connected futures in a diverse, high-impact arena.
Date & Duration
Dates: November 4 – 6, 2026
Duration: 3 days
Venue / Location
Main venue: Fira Barcelona Gran Via, Halls 2 & 3 City: Barcelona, Spain Notable areas: Exhibition halls for 1,100+ stands; congress rooms for 500+ sessions; entrances via Av. Joan Carles I for metro access.
Google Maps address: Av. Joan Carles I, 64, 08908 L’Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain
Ticket Information
- How tickets are sold: Online via smartcityexpo.com; pre-registration for digital badges.
- Whether admission is free or paid: Mixed—free e-pass for basic access; paid for premium congress sessions.
- Ticket pricing in USD: Approximately $0–$500 (free e-pass; full congress ~€450/~$500).
- Any special seating or VIP options: VIP for awards and keynotes (~$1,000+); hosted guest programs for leaders.
- Minimum and maximum tickets pricing: Minimum $0 (e-pass) to maximum $500 (full access); group discounts via site.
- Includes app for networking; visa support available.
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Contact Information
- Email: smartcityexpo@gmail.com (general); specific teams via site (e.g., visitors@smartcityexpo.com).
- Phone: +34 93 233 20 00 (main line, Mon–Fri 8am–8pm).
- Website: https://www.smartcityexpo.com/.
- Social Media: @smartcityexpo (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube); Smart City Expo World Congress (LinkedIn).
- Key Staff: Ugo Valenti (CEO); Delphine Romeu (Tomorrow.Mobility Director); Pilar Conesa (Congress Curator).
- Press/Volunteers: Press via folc.lecha@firalbarcelona.com; volunteer info TBD via email.
- Note: Response time ~24–48 hours. Multilingual support (English, Spanish, Catalan, etc.).
Getting There
- Nearest airport: Barcelona–El Prat (BCN), 10 km away (~20 min by taxi at €25–35/~$27–38 USD; Aerobus A1/A2 every 5–10 min to Plaça d’Espanya then metro L9 to Fira for €6.75/~$7 USD).
- Public transport: Metro L9/L10 from central Barcelona (Sants Estació, 15 min, €2.55/~$2.80 USD); TMB day pass €11.35/~$12 USD for unlimited travel.
- Parking: On-site at Fira (~€20/day/~$22 USD, 3,000+ spaces); disabled bays with shuttles; pre-book via firabarcelona.com.
- By car: A2/AP-7 motorways, exit 21 “Fira de Barcelona”; GPS 41.3510° N, 2.1333° E.
- Other: Taxis via Uber (~€30 from city center); Bicing bikes (€0.92/30 min); accessible metro with elevators.
Accommodation Options
- Official partner: BNetwork for exclusive deals; book via smartcityexpo.com (enter credentials in Visitor/Exhibitor Area).
- Nearby hotels: Barcelona Princess (~$150–220/night, 5-min metro to Fira); Melia Barcelona Sky (~$180–250/night, views).
- Budget options: Ibis Styles Barcelona Ciutat Vella (~$100–150/night, central shuttle); Hostal Felipe 2 (~$80–120/night, basic).
- Luxury/business: Hotel Arts Barcelona (~$400–600/night, spa); W Barcelona (~$300–450/night, conference facilities).
- Other: 5,000+ rooms within 5 km; packages with transport; Airbnb in Sants for value.
Reviews
- Global catalyst—networked with 25,000+ leaders on AI mobility, sparking €200K in smart infrastructure pilots.
- Congress was transformative; Tomorrow.Building sessions reshaped our urban plans, yielding inclusive designs.
- Barcelona’s energy amplified impact—co-located events turned ideas into cross-sector partnerships overnight.
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FAQ's
What are the dates and opening hours for Smart City Expo World Congress 2026?
November 4–6, 2026, at Fira Barcelona Gran Via; 9:00–19:00 Tue/Wed, 9:00–17:00 Thu. Multi-access; get e-pass online. With 25,000+ expected, download the app for agendas and badges. Metro L9 direct; free shuttles from hotels.
How do I get tickets, and what are the prices?
Online via smartcityexpo.com; e-pass free, full congress ~$500 USD (€450). Hosted guests complimentary—apply via portal. Groups: discounted (email smartcityexpo@gmail.com). Includes side events; visa support available. Early registration unlocks networking.
Who should attend SCEWC 2026, and what topics are covered?
25,000+ leaders from 850+ cities/135 countries; ideal for urban pros. 8 topics: tech, energy, mobility, governance, inclusion, infrastructure, blue economy, deep tech. 55% decision-makers; B2B focus with 92% satisfied contacts.
What special events and innovations are highlighted?
500+ sessions including AI ethics and foresight workshops; World Smart City Awards; 4 co-located congresses (Mobility, Building, Blue Economy, Deep Tech). All included; book via app. Trends: sustainable transformations, multilateral innovation.
How do I get to Fira Barcelona Gran Via, and what's accommodation like?
BCN Airport: Aerobus + metro (30 min, $7 USD). Sants Estació: Metro L9 (15 min, $2.80 USD). Parking €20/day (~$22 USD). Taxis €25; TMB €12/day (~$13 USD). Hotels via BNetwork (~$80–600/night); packages with shuttles. Accessible metro; app for routes.
