Question 1

When and where is AI Summit Barcelona 2026?

Accepted Answer

The flagship summit runs 22–23 September 2026 at WTC Barcelona, on the waterfront at Port Vell. It sits inside AI Week, which spans 16–23 September across the city.

Question 2

Where exactly is the venue?

Accepted Answer

WTC Barcelona (World Trade Center), on the Port Vell waterfront. It's about a 20-minute drive from Barcelona–El Prat airport (BCN).

Question 3

How long is the summit?

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Two full days, 22 and 23 September 2026, of keynotes, agenda tracks, the expo, live demos, and networking.

Question 4

Is this the same as AI Week?

Accepted Answer

Not quite. AI Summit is the two-day flagship event (22–23 September) at WTC Barcelona. AI Week is the surrounding week (16–23 September) of hackathon, themed pavilions, and 50+ side events across Barcelona, with the summit at its center.

Question 5

What ticket types are available?

Accepted Answer

Silver, Gold, and Platinum passes. Each pass covers both summit days; Gold and Platinum add extra perks. Current pricing and what each pass includes are on the tickets page.

Question 6

What's included with a ticket?

Accepted Answer

Access to both summit days: keynotes, all agenda tracks, the expo floor, live demos, and networking. Gold and Platinum include additional perks listed on each pass.

Question 7

How much do tickets cost?

Accepted Answer

Pricing depends on the pass and is shown live on the tickets page, including any early-bird rates currently on sale. Buying earlier generally means a lower price.

Question 8

Do you offer group or company rates?

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Yes. If you're bringing a team, get in touch and we'll help you sort the right passes and an invoice.

Question 9

Can I get on the list before tickets go on sale?

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Yes. Join the waitlist and we'll notify you the moment passes open and when early-bird pricing is live.

Question 10

What are the agenda tracks?

Accepted Answer

Seven tracks run across the two days, each a path from frontier research through to enterprise deployment. Pick the one that fits where you work.

Question 11

When will the full agenda be published?

Accepted Answer

The two-day shape is live now. Day 1 opens with the keynote and frontier/infrastructure tracks; Day 2 covers enterprise and go-to-market tracks, the startup competition final, and the closing keynote. The full session-by-session agenda is published closer to the event.

Question 12

How many speakers will there be?

Accepted Answer

More than 200 speakers across the two days: founders, researchers, investors, and enterprise leaders.

Question 13

What's the format of the talks?

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A mix: keynotes (20–25 minutes), moderated panels (~40 minutes, 3–4 people), and hands-on workshops and live demos (20–25 minutes).

Question 14

Is there a startup competition?

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Yes. Europe's most promising AI startups pitch live on the main stage in front of investors, press, and the full audience, with the final on Day 2. Applications, format, and prizes are announced soon.

Question 15

Who attends the summit?

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Over 10,000 participants: corporate and technology leaders, investors, startup founders, go-to-market leaders, and researchers, from 40+ countries and 1,000+ companies.

Question 16

What is AI Week?

Accepted Answer

One week, the whole city, 16–23 September 2026. The summit sits inside it, surrounded by a hackathon, themed pavilions, and 50+ side events across Barcelona.

Question 17

Is the hackathon part of the summit?

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The hackathon runs during AI Week as part of the wider program, separate from the two-day summit. Find dates and details on its own page.

Question 18

What are the pavilions?

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Themed spaces across the city during AI Week, each built around a part of the AI ecosystem. They're part of the wider AI Week program.

Question 19

Can I host my own side event?

Accepted Answer

Yes. AI Week is open to community-run side events. Submit yours and it can be featured alongside the official program.

Question 20

How do I apply to speak?

Accepted Answer

Submit the speaker request form. We review applications on a rolling basis and reach out about format and logistics on confirmation. Speaker-specific questions have their own FAQ.

Question 21

How can my company sponsor?

Accepted Answer

Sponsorship puts your brand in front of 10,000+ AI leaders. Explore packages and exhibit options on the sponsorship page, or get in touch.

Question 22

Do you work with community partners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We partner with community organizations, meetups, and ecosystems to extend AI Week's reach. See the community page for how it works.

Question 23

How do I get to the venue?

Accepted Answer

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN) is about 20 minutes from WTC Barcelona, with direct flights from across Europe and beyond. The venue sits on the Port Vell waterfront, well connected by metro and taxi.

Question 24

Where should I stay?

Accepted Answer

Browse recommended hotels near WTC Barcelona with attendee rates on our official accommodation portal, linked from the plan-your-trip page.

Question 25

Why Barcelona?

Accepted Answer

Barcelona is one of Europe's biggest tech hubs: 135,000+ tech professionals, 2,400+ startups, and 200+ international tech hubs, so the summit sits where European AI talent and capital already converge.

Question 26

I still have a question. Who do I contact?

Accepted Answer

Reach out through the contact page and we'll point you in the right direction. For questions specific to speaking, check the speaker FAQ first.

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