7 – 10 July, 2026
Reykjavík | University of Iceland
7 – 10 July, 2026
Reykjavík | University of Iceland
ECC26 will host the following social programs.
Additional information on how to spend your free time in Reykjavík can be found on the City & Travel Info page.
Welcome Reception
Date & Time:
Tuesday, July 7, 2024
17:30 – 20:00
Location:
Háskólatorg at the Conference Venue.
Information:
The Welcome Reception will be in Háskólatorg at the Conference Venue.
Coffee Breaks and Lunches
Date & Time:
Every Day
Location:
At the conference venue
Information:
Coffee breaks and Lunches will be served in several places at the Conference Venue.
Award Ceremony
Date & Time:
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
18:45-19:45
Location:
Room Uni 2
Information:
The ECC 2026 Award Ceremony.
NextCom
Date & Time:
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
19:45-21:00
Location:
Room Uni 2
Information:
NextCom (by IEEE Control System Society) is coming to the European Control Conference (ECC) 2026 with an evening of networking, fun activities, and meaningful conversations.
Are you an early-career researcher attending ECC 2026 in Reykjavik? We use “early-career researcher” in a broad and inclusive sense — students, postdocs, young professionals, new faculty, and anyone still building their research community are warmly welcome.
Join us for NextCom Networking @ ECC 2026 and connect with fellow ECC participants and the NextCom team in a relaxed and friendly setting.
Sign-up is strongly encouraged: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoWNmYr1wxAUe_u6PeGhn4-Nq8GGRWBamLgwPhdgVclel1aA/viewform
We look forward to seeing you there!
Banquet Dinner
Date & Time:
Thursday, July 9, 2026
19:30-22:30
Location:
Harpa Concert Hall
Information:
The conference banquet will take place at Harpa, Reykjavík’s iconic concert hall and conference centre, beautifully situated by the harbour in the heart of the city. Renowned for its striking glass architecture, inspired by Iceland’s natural landscapes and changing light, Harpa offers an exceptional setting that blends culture, design, and atmosphere. The venue provides world‑class facilities, stunning views of the ocean and mountains, and an inspiring environment that will make the evening both memorable and unique.
Learn more about Harpa here: https://www.harpa.is/en
Farewell Reception
Date & Time:
Friday, July 10, 2026
18:30-21:00
Location:
Uni Building at the Conference Venue.
Information:
The Farewell Reception will be in Uni Building at the Conference Venue.