Sunday, 5 July 2026 from 19:00 to 20:00 (BST)

All participants are warmly invited to join us for the Opening Ceremony to mark the official start of ESHRE 2026.

The opening ceremony is not sponsored by the industry and therefore the fee of 2,50 Euro (including 20% UK VAT) will be charged to cover the costs of the ceremony. Participation is optional and non-refundable. Please note that the registration for this event is checked by default in the individual registration form to guarantee your attendance to this event. You can decide to cancel this option, in which case you abstain from attending the “Opening Ceremony” and will be denied access.

Sunday, 5 July 2026 from 20:00 to 22:00 (BST)

All participants are officially invited to the Welcome Reception held in the industrial exhibit. It will be an ideal occasion for meeting our industry sponsors and for networking with other participants.

Meet Your SIG Steering Committees!
Joining us during the welcome reception? Stop by and connect with the steering committees of our Special Interest Groups! This is your chance to chat informally with the people driving the SIG activities, find out what's coming up, and share your ideas on what you'd love to see more of. Whether you're a longtime SIG member or just SIG-curious, come introduce yourself, ask questions, and help shape the future of your community. Light conversation, good company, drinks and snacks - we'd love to see you there!"

Attendance to the Welcome Reception is complimentary. 

Monday, 6 & Tuesday, 7 July 2026 from 10:30 to 11:30 (BST)

Scientific Speed Dating is an initiative hosted by the ESHRE Journal Club to promote professional networking among young and senior ESHRE attendees. 

Applications closed on 15 May 2026 at 17:00 CEST.

Monday, 6 July 2026 at 18.30 BST

After a few years' absence, the ESHRE Charity Fun Run is making its return at ESHRE 2026! Join colleagues from across the globe for a scenic 5km evening run or walk through the Victoria Docks area of London, with all proceeds going directly to Fertility Europe.

Learn more >

Tuesday, 7 July 2026 from 20.00 to 01:00 (BST)

All delegates are invited to the “Tuesday Evening Networking Event” at the Science Museum in London.

This event will also incorporate the Awards Ceremony (from 21:30 to 22:00). During Ceremony, the winners of the ESHRE 2026 Awards for the best poster and oral communications will be announced. The chair of the respective Award Committees will present the awards.

Participation is optional and payable, prices are per person and include 20% UK VAT: 
Standard rate (until 4 June 2026): 72 Euro
Late rate (as of 5 June 2026): 84 Euro

Please note that due to the venue's alcohol policy, attendees must be 18 years or older to enter the event.

Wednesday, 8 July 2026, from 15:30 to 16:30 (BST) 

The Farewell Reception will take place after the last session of the meeting. This complementary reception will mark the end of ESHRE 2026 and will set the appointment for ESHRE 2027.