When and where is Cloud Expo Europe Madrid 2026?

The event runs 4 to 5 November 2026 at IFEMA Madrid, Pabellones 3 to 5, in Madrid, Spain. It is promoted alongside the Cloud & AI Infrastructure Madrid programme.

Who should attend Cloud Expo Europe Madrid?

Cloud, IT infrastructure, data centre, DevOps and cybersecurity decision makers, including C-level managers, engineers, suppliers and experts evaluating cloud, hybrid and applied AI solutions.

What else is on at the venue alongside the cloud expo?

The show is affiliated with the Madrid Tech Show series organised by CloserStill Media, which brings together Cyber Security World, Big Data & AI World, Data Centre World, Connectivity World, E-SHOW and Technology for Marketing.

How do I get to IFEMA Madrid from the airport?

Metro Line 8 (Nuevos Ministerios to Aeropuerto T4) stops at Feria de Madrid station directly opposite IFEMA MADRID's South entrance and connects to all Madrid-Barajas airport terminals, with Cercanias RENFE also linking to Line 8.

Do I need a visa to attend from outside the EU?

Spain is part of the Schengen area. Citizens of visa-exempt countries can enter for business for up to 90 days within any 180-day period without a visa, provided the passport is valid for at least six months beyond the stay; other nationalities need a Schengen short-stay visa.

Is visitor registration free?

The listing notes free registration for trade visitors. Confirm opening hours, badge collection and any fees on the official registration page before travelling.

What is the expected scale of the show?

Third-party event listings describe Cloud & AI Infrastructure Madrid 2026 as expecting around 470 exhibitors and more than 20,000 visitors across Pabellones 3 to 5 at IFEMA Madrid.

CLOUD EXPO EUROPE - MADRID 2026

Name: CLOUD EXPO EUROPE - MADRID 2026
Start: 2026-11-04
End: 2026-11-05
Location: IFEMA MADRID

Event overview

Overview

Cloud & AI Infrastructure Madrid is the essential hub for companies looking to enhance their technological architecture towards more agile, scalable, and AI-oriented models.

The event gathers influential providers and specialists in the cloud sector.

TL;DR

1Dates and Venue: Cloud Expo Europe - Madrid 2026 runs November 4-5 at IFEMA MADRID, PABELLONES 3 - 5, Madrid, Spain.
2Scale and Focus: Positioned as a key event for cloud and AI infrastructure, attracting thousands of professionals and exhibitors.
3Organiser: The event is organised by CloserStill Media, known for hosting major technology exhibitions.
4Buyer Authority: Attendees include IT decision-makers, cloud architects, and technology leaders from various sectors.
5Entry: Registration is available online; confirm daily opening hours on the official registration page.

Why visit

Visitors will gain insights into cutting-edge cloud solutions, network with industry experts, and explore innovative technologies that can enhance their business operations. Dates and Venue: Cloud Expo Europe - Madrid 2026 runs November 4-5 at IFEMA MADRID, PABELLONES 3 - 5, Madrid, Spain. Buyer Authority: Attendees include IT decision-makers, cloud architects, and technology leaders from various sectors.

Why exhibit

Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their products to a targeted audience of decision-makers, enhancing brand visibility and generating valuable leads. Scale and Focus: Positioned as a key event for cloud and AI infrastructure, attracting thousands of professionals and exhibitors. Buyer Authority: Attendees include IT decision-makers, cloud architects, and technology leaders from various sectors. The event is crucial for showcasing the latest trends.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

C-level IT and cloud decision makers

Cloud architects and platform engineers

Data centre operations and infrastructure managers

DevOps and site reliability engineering leads

Cybersecurity and compliance officers

AI and machine learning specialists

Digital transformation and innovation leaders

IT procurement and vendor managers

Enterprise CIOs and CTOs

Hybrid and multi-cloud strategists

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Hyperscale and public cloud providers

AI and machine learning platform vendors

Data centre and colocation operators

Cybersecurity and identity vendors

Hybrid and multi-cloud management platforms

Networking and connectivity providers

Edge computing and IoT solution providers

DevOps and observability tooling vendors

Big data and analytics platforms

Blockchain and distributed ledger suppliers

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Cloud infrastructure and platform services - IaaS, PaaS and managed cloud platforms for enterprise workloads

AI and machine learning infrastructure - GPU compute, model serving and MLOps tooling

Data centre and colocation services - power, cooling, racks and resilience for AI-era capacity

Cybersecurity and zero trust - identity, detection and cloud-native protection

Hybrid and multi-cloud management - orchestration, cost control and portability

Networking and connectivity - SD-WAN, interconnect and high-speed links

Edge computing and IoT - distributed compute and connected device platforms

Big data and analytics - distributed processing, lakehouse and data platforms

DevOps and observability - CI/CD, platform engineering and monitoring tooling

Blockchain and distributed ledger - tamper-resistant records and Web3 infrastructure

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Halls & areas

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IFEMA MADRID

IFEMA MADRID, PABELLONES 3 - 5, Madrid, Spain

Entrances & gates

Main Entrance

Hall 3Hall 4Hall 5

Facilities

Food options

Catering services available

On-site dining

Parking: On-site parking is typically available; confirm rates and access on the venue or organiser site before travel.

Attend

Entry & tickets

Trade-only

Free registration

Event days & opening times

DayOpening hours

4 November –10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

5 November –10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Ticket info

Ticket notes

Confirm daily opening hours on the official registration page.

Who runs the show

Organisers

CloserStill Media

Website

What's on

Programme

Co-located events

Cloud & AI Infrastructure

Separate ticket

Website

Cyber Security World

Separate ticket

Website

Big Data & AI World

Separate ticket

Website

Data Centre World

Separate ticket

Website

E-Show

Separate ticket

Website

HR Technologies

Separate ticket

Website

Learning Technologies

Separate ticket

Website

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Visitors

22,000

Exhibitors

400

New this edition

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Madrid Tech Show co-location
Cloud Expo Europe Madrid 2026 runs alongside the Madrid Tech Show series by CloserStill Media, including Cyber Security World, Big Data & AI World, Data Centre World, Connectivity World, E-SHOW and Technology for Marketing.
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Cloud & AI Infrastructure positioning
The 4 to 5 November 2026 gathering at IFEMA Madrid is promoted as Cloud & AI Infrastructure Madrid, focused on cloud, technology infrastructure and applied artificial intelligence.
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Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

Cloud & AI Infrastructure Madrid is the essential hub for companies looking to enhance their technological architecture towards more agile, scalable, and AI-oriented models. The event gathers influential providers and specialists in the cloud sector. The event is crucial for showcasing the latest trends and solutions in cloud technology, providing a platform for networking and collaboration among industry leaders. Cloud Expo Europe - Madrid 2026 takes place on November 4-5 at IFEMA.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors typically include IT Managers and Directors, Cloud Solutions Architects, Data Center Operations Managers, Cybersecurity Professionals. Dates and Venue: Cloud Expo Europe - Madrid 2026 runs November 4-5 at IFEMA MADRID, PABELLONES 3 - 5, Madrid, Spain. Scale and Focus: Positioned as a key event for cloud and AI infrastructure, attracting thousands of professionals and exhibitors. Organiser: The event is organised by CloserStill Media, known for hosting major technology exhibitions.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Intelligence

Market context

Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

Southern Europe — Iberia. Madrid is Spain's cloud, data-centre and cybersecurity capital, with the largest concentration of hyperscaler regions, colocation campuses and enterprise IT buyers in the country; IFEMA hosts the co-located Madrid Tech Show cluster each November.

Why it matters

For security integrators, consultants, and end-users, CLOUD EXPO EUROPE - MADRID 2026 on 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-05 at IFEMA MADRID, PABELLONES 3 - 5 is the key Italian window to compare video, access, intrusion, fire, and cyber-physical platforms before year-end budgets close — co-located buyers use it to shortlist vendors for 2028 rollouts.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Cloud migration and hybrid infrastructure

Cloud migration is the shift of enterprise workloads, data and applications from on-premise systems into public, private or hybrid cloud environments.

AI infrastructure and GPU capacity

AI infrastructure covers the compute, storage and networking, often GPU clusters, used to train and run machine learning models.

Data centre capacity and sustainability

Data centre capacity and sustainability refers to the power, cooling and efficiency constraints shaping new colocation and hyperscale facilities.

Cybersecurity and cloud resilience

Cybersecurity and resilience is the discipline of protecting cloud workloads and data with identity, zero trust and recovery controls.

DevOps and platform engineering

DevOps and platform engineering cover automation, CI/CD and the internal platforms that speed up software delivery on cloud infrastructure.

European cloud, AI infrastructure and data-centre circuit

Book hotels and meetings 8–12 weeks ahead; peer shows cluster in March (London, Barcelona) and October–November (Madrid, Lisbon, Dubai).

Cloud buyers and infrastructure vendors plan Madrid alongside the other European cloud and data-centre gatherings to compare platform roadmaps, pricing and regional service coverage across Iberia, northern Europe and the Middle East.

Pre-show (September–October 2026)

Lock exhibitor meetings and product demos for Cloud Expo Europe Madrid on 4–5 November at IFEMA, and confirm badge registration for the whole team.

Show week (3–6 November 2026)

Hall walk-throughs across Pabellones 3–5 for cloud platforms, AI infrastructure, data-centre, cybersecurity and connectivity suppliers, plus evening partner dinners in the Campo de las Naciones district.

Post-show (Q1 2027)

Follow up on Madrid leads and schedule the London and Barcelona clusters in March 2027 to complete the European sourcing cycle.

Peer events are established sector gatherings; confirm dates and venues on each organiser website before booking.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · EUR

Arrival airports

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

MAD

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Terminal 4)

Spain's busiest international gateway and the primary arrival point for CLOUD EXPO EUROPE - MADRID 2026. Metro Line 8 runs from Aeropuerto T4 to Feria de Madrid station in about 8 minutes, and official taxis from the terminal rank reach Pabellones 3–5 in roughly 15–20 minutes for EUR 25–40.

~10 km

to venue

15–20 min off-peak via the M11; 25–35 min in weekday peak traffic

by car

MAD

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Terminals 1, 2 and 3)

Most Star Alliance, oneworld and low-cost carriers use T1–T3; a free inter-terminal bus links them to T4, where Metro Line 8 and Cercanías C1 depart for the city and the venue.

~13 km

to venue

20–25 min off-peak via the M11/M40; 30–40 min in peak traffic

by car

Hotel tiers

A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

Mid-range

Feria de Madrid / Campo de las Naciones

Not yet confirmed

4-star, 426 rooms, with Feria de Madrid metro station two minutes away and a direct Line 8 ride to the airport; breakfast, free Wi-Fi, paid parking, outdoor pool and fitness centre. The most convenient base for the 4–5 November show days.

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Mid-range

Feria de Madrid / Las Mercedes

Not yet confirmed

4-star with breakfast, free Wi-Fi, paid parking, outdoor pool, restaurant and room service; reliable value for buyers attending two show days.

Budget

San Blas–Canillejas, near the fairground

Not yet confirmed

3-star with breakfast, free Wi-Fi, paid parking, outdoor pool, hot tub and airport shuttle; the lowest-cost option within easy reach of IFEMA.

Mid-range

Feria de Madrid / Campo de las Naciones

Not yet confirmed

4-star with breakfast, free Wi-Fi, paid parking, fitness centre, bar, restaurant and room service; a frequent choice for exhibitor teams.

Budget

Feria de Madrid / Valdebebas

Not yet confirmed

Compact rooms with breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, pool, fitness centre, bar and restaurant — useful for self-driving visitors who want on-site parking.

Premium

Avenida de América, 12 minutes by Metro Line 8 to the venue

Not yet confirmed

4-star with breakfast, free Wi-Fi, paid parking, fitness centre, bar, restaurant and room service; a premium base with quick central-city access via Line 6 and Line 8.

Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

metro

Estimated costEUR 1.50–2.00 single ticket, plus a EUR 3.00 airport supplement when boarding or leaving Aeropuerto stations

Best forMetro Line 8: Aeropuerto T4 ↔ Nuevos Ministerios, alighting at Feria de Madrid station

Feria de Madrid station sits directly opposite the IFEMA South entrance; the ride from Aeropuerto T4 takes about 8 minutes and the trip from Nuevos Ministerios about 20 minutes, with connections to Lines 6 and 10 and Cercanías at Nuevos Ministerios. A 10-journey Metrobús ticket costs EUR 12.20.

taxi

Estimated costEUR 25–40 per trip, luggage included

Best forAdolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Terminals 1, 2 and 3) (MAD) to IFEMA MADRID, PABELLONES 3 - 5

Official white taxis with a red diagonal stripe are metered, accept cards and add a EUR 5.50 airport supplement; the run from T4 takes 15–20 minutes off-peak and from T1–T3 about 20–25 minutes.

taxi

Estimated costEUR 18–30 from central Madrid; EUR 25–40 from the airport

Best forUber, Bolt and Cabify from central Madrid or the airport to IFEMA

All three ride-hailing platforms operate across Madrid; at Barajas, app pickups use designated rideshare zones rather than the taxi ranks, so follow terminal signage in T1 and T4.

train

Estimated costEUR 1.70–2.60 zone B single fare

Best forCercanías C1 (Aeropuerto T4 ↔ Chamartín and Nuevos Ministerios) with a Metro Line 8 connection to Feria de Madrid

Cercanías C1 links Terminal 4 with the city's northern rail hubs, where Metro Line 8 continues to the fairground; Renfe tickets are also valid on the Cercanías network for onward suburban connections.

bus

Estimated costEUR 1.50 EMT single ticket; EUR 5.00 for the Exprés Aeropuerto line 203

Best forEMT city buses 112 and 122 to the IFEMA fairground, and Exprés Aeropuerto line 203 to Plaza de Cibeles

Lines 112 and 122 serve the fairground and link with the Canillejas interchange; the 24-hour airport express bus runs to Plaza de Cibeles, from where Metro Lines 2 and 10 connect to Line 8 for IFEMA.

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa not required

ATA Carnet: check with organiser

Type	Who needs it	Fee	Processing
Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)	Nationals of countries without a Schengen visa-waiver agreement travelling to Spain for business or tourism for up to 90 days	Not yet confirmed	Typically around 15 calendar days, extending to 45 days in some cases; apply at least four weeks before travel
National visa (Type D)	Third-country nationals staying more than 90 days in any 180-day period for work, study or residence	Not yet confirmed	Typically 1 to 2 months
Visa-free entry (Schengen waiver)	Citizens of visa-waiver countries, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Japan and South Korea, for business stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period	Not yet confirmed	No application required; passport valid at least six months beyond the stay

Citizens of visa-waiver countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, may enter Spain for business or tourism for up to 90 days within any 180-day period without a visa; passports should be valid for at least six months beyond the planned stay.

Spain is a Schengen member state; an ATA carnet supports temporary admission of exhibition goods and professional equipment, and freight forwarders handling demo hardware for Pabellones 3–5 should confirm documentation with Spanish customs before shipping.

Official visa page

Weather

Madrid in early November is cool and changeable: daytime highs sit between 13 and 17 °C and overnight temperatures fall to 4–7 °C, so mornings at Pabellones 3–5 feel distinctly cold. November is Madrid's wettest month, with around 7 rain days and roughly 55–60 mm of rainfall, so pack a light waterproof jacket, a compact umbrella and layered business clothing; indoor halls are comfortable in a suit or jacket. Sunset arrives shortly after 18:00 during the show, making evening taxis and Metro Line 8 the practical choice for returning to city-centre hotels.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

Spain's main carriers — Movistar, Vodafone, Orange and Yoigo — provide nationwide 5G coverage across Madrid and IFEMA, and prepaid tourist SIM cards with generous data bundles can be bought at Barajas terminals, Movistar and Orange shops in the city. Visitors from EU/EEA countries roam on their home tariff under Roam Like at Home; non-EU visitors usually find an eSIM from Airalo, Holafly or a local operator the fastest option, with passport registration required for a physical prepaid SIM. IFEMA MADRID offers free Wi-Fi in its exhibition halls and conference areas, but a personal hotspot or eSIM is advisable for demo-heavy days and stand meetings.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

Business etiquette

Spanish business culture is relationship-led but punctual for scheduled appointments; a handshake, business card and a few minutes of personal conversation before commercial detail are standard when meeting suppliers at IFEMA. Dress is smart business — suits or blazers are the norm on the exhibition floor.

Meals and tipping

Lunch is the main meal and typically runs from 14:00 to 15:30, with dinners starting at 21:00 or later; many exhibitors hold business lunches rather than evening events. Tipping is modest — rounding up or leaving 5–10% in restaurants is appreciated but never expected, and bar service usually includes a small snack with drinks.

Language and greetings

Spanish (Castilian) is the everyday language in Madrid; English is widely spoken in the tech sector and on international exhibitor stands, but opening with a greeting such as 'buenos días' is well received. A two-cheek greeting is common between acquaintances; a handshake is appropriate for first business meetings.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

Flights

Destination: MAD

Book flights into Madrid–Barajas (MAD), which is served by Iberia, Air Europa, Vueling, Ryanair, easyJet and every major European network carrier, with direct links from most EU capitals plus long-haul connections via Iberia and oneworld partners. For Spanish and southern-French origins, Renfe AVE high-speed trains reach Madrid Atocha in around 2.5 hours from Barcelona, 1.5 hours from Valencia, 2.5 hours from Seville and 2.5 hours from Málaga. Book 6–10 weeks ahead for November departures and aim to land on 3 November, since the show opens at 09:00 on 4 November and airport hotel rates tighten in show week.

Visa

EU/EEA citizens can usually enter freely. Other nationals may need a Schengen visa (Schengen short-stay visa (Type C), National visa (Type D), Visa-free entry (Schengen waiver)) for short business visits. Confirm requirements on the official migration site.

Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

Citizens of visa-exempt countries, including the United States, may enter Spain for business or tourism for up to 90 days within any 180-day period without a visa; the passport should be valid for at least six months beyond the period of stay.

Official

Hotels

Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

Check-in (recommended)

2026-11-03

Check-out (recommended)

2026-11-06

Areas to stay

Avenida de América, 12 minutes by Metro Line 8 to the venue · Feria de Madrid / Campo de las Naciones · Feria de Madrid / Las Mercedes · Feria de Madrid / Valdebebas · San Blas–Canillejas, near the fairground

mid range

EUR 110-180/night

Book

mid range

EUR 90-140/night

budget

EUR 65-105/night

mid range

EUR 110-170/night

budget

EUR 75-120/night

premium

EUR 150-230/night

Transport

Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Terminal 4) (MAD): 15–20 min off-peak via the M11; 25–35 min in weekday peak traffic; Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Terminals 1, 2 and 3) (MAD): 20–25 min off-peak via the M11/M40; 30–40 min in peak traffic. Allow road or rail time to IFEMA MADRID; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near IFEMA MADRID: Feria de Madrid / Campo de las Naciones: Novotel Madrid Feria and Airport; Feria de Madrid / Las Mercedes: Hotel Osuna; San Blas–Canillejas, near the fairground: Globales Acis y Galatea.

Ride-hail: Uber, Bolt and Cabify all operate across Madrid, alongside the official white taxis with a red diagonal stripe. A ride-hailing trip from central Madrid to IFEMA normally costs EUR 18–30, while airport pickups run EUR 25–40; at Barajas, app pickups use designated rideshare zones rather than the taxi ranks, so follow terminal signage in T1 and T4. Metered taxis accept cards, add a EUR 5.50 airport supplement and are usually the fastest option for the 15–20 minute run from T4 to Pabellones 3–5.

Public transit: Metro Line 8 runs from Nuevos Ministerios to Aeropuerto T4 and stops at Feria de Madrid, directly opposite IFEMA MADRID's South entrance — about 8 minutes from Terminal 4 and 20 minutes from the city centre. Single Metro tickets cost EUR 1.50–2.00, with a EUR 3.00 airport supplement when boarding or leaving Aeropuerto stations, and a 10-journey Metrobús ticket costs EUR 12.20. Cercanías line C1 links T4 with Chamartín and Nuevos Ministerios, EMT buses 112 and 122 serve the fairground, and the 24-hour Exprés Aeropuerto line 203 (EUR 5.00) connects the terminals with Plaza de Cibeles for a Metro Line 8 transfer.

Parking: IFEMA MADRID operates paid car parks at the South, North and East entrances, each with direct pedestrian access to Pabellones 3–5; day rates fall in the EUR 10–20 band and spaces are taken quickly, so arrive before 09:30 on show mornings. The M11 (exits 5 and 7), M40 (exits 5–7) and A2 (exit 7) all lead to the fairground, and Madrid city authorities recommend public transport on fair days. Hotel101 - Madrid and Meliá Avenida América are practical bases for visitors arriving by car, while on-street parking around the Campo de las Naciones district is metered and limited.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: November 2026 (show days 4–5 November)

Temperature: 4–7 °C overnight lows to 13–17 °C daytime highs across the show days

Seasonality: November is Madrid's wettest month, with roughly 7 rainy days and about 58 mm of precipitation across the month; expect some showers during the 4 to 5 November 2026 show days.

Packing: Pack layered clothing and a light waterproof jacket for cool November days at IFEMA Madrid, where mornings and evenings drop to around 5 C. Comfortable shoes for walking Pabellones 3 to 5, a USB power bank and business cards are useful for long conference and expo days.

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: Wednesday 4 November 2026 (day one)

Day one carries the opening keynotes, the densest conference programme and full exhibitor staffing, so it delivers the widest coverage for buyers who can attend only once. Day two, Thursday 5 November, runs lighter and is better suited to follow-up meetings and closing stand negotiations; with a two-day show and free trade registration, attending both days is the strongest plan for sourcing, demos and supplier meetings.

Check visa and passport eligibility — Spain is Schengen; confirm you are visa-exempt for business travel or apply for a short-stay visa, and ensure the passport is valid at least six months beyond the stay.

Book flights to Madrid — Fly into Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas (MAD) arriving before the 4 November 2026 opening at IFEMA Madrid.

Reserve a hotel near IFEMA — Target the Feria de Madrid and Barajas precinct for walking distance; prices rise closer to the show.

Complete free visitor registration — Register online at cloudexpoeurope.es and save your badge confirmation.

Download the exhibitor list and programme — Review Cloud Expo Europe Madrid 2026 exhibitors and the Madrid Tech Show co-located conference tracks.

Pre-schedule B2B meetings — Book demo and meeting slots with cloud, AI infrastructure and data centre suppliers.

Shortlist conference sessions — Pick keynotes and technical sessions on cloud, AI, DevOps and cybersecurity across the two days.

Plan local transport to the venue — Metro Line 8 to Feria de Madrid station exits opposite IFEMA's South entrance and links to the airport.

Prepare meeting materials — Pack business cards, laptop, specifications and any NDA documents for vendor discussions.

Pack for November weather — Madrid in early November is cool and wet with highs around 13 to 18 C; bring layers and a light rain jacket.

Confirm travel and itinerary — Recheck flight, hotel and meeting times, and note the shuttle-free Metro route to Pabellones 3 to 5.

Day-1 arrival and badge collection — Arrive early on 4 November for security screening, badge pickup and orientation on the fairground.

Sample visitor itinerary

Route-optimised day

08:45–09:30

Badge collection, security screening and coffee

IFEMA MADRID, South entrance, Pabellón 3

09:30–12:00

Opening keynotes and cloud infrastructure sessions

Conference stages, Pabellones 3–5

12:00–15:00

Pre-booked exhibitor meetings across the hall floor

Exhibitor halls, Pabellones 3–5

15:00–17:30

Technical workshops and closing networking reception

Workshop rooms and exhibition hall networking areas

Side trips

Toledo

Segovia

Networking spots

Madrid Tech Show networking lounge

Organiser Lounge

Exhibitor coffee bars and B2B meeting zones

Show Floor

Novotel Madrid Feria lobby bar

Hotel Bar

Budget

Costs & budget

Build your working budget

Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.

Number of nights

Estimated budget

Live estimate

Per diem × 2€150.00

Estimated total€150.00

This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

Cost reference

Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

visitor_ticket

visitor · standard

Not yet confirmed

official

hotel

visitor · budget

EUR 65–110 / per night

estimate

hotel

visitor · mid-range

EUR 90–190 / per night

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hotel

visitor · premium

EUR 150–230 / per night

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per_diem

visitor · standard

EUR 50–90 / per day

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airport_transfer

visitor · taxi

EUR 25–40 / per trip

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airport_transfer

visitor · metro

EUR 1.5–5 / per journey

estimate

visa_fee

visitor · Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)

EUR 90 / per applicant

official

Item	For	Tier	Estimated range	Status
visitor_ticket	visitor	standard	Not yet confirmed	official
hotel	visitor	budget	EUR 65–110 / per night	estimate
hotel	visitor	mid-range	EUR 90–190 / per night	estimate
hotel	visitor	premium	EUR 150–230 / per night	estimate
per_diem	visitor	standard	EUR 50–90 / per day	estimate
airport_transfer	visitor	taxi	EUR 25–40 / per trip	estimate
airport_transfer	visitor	metro	EUR 1.5–5 / per journey	estimate
visa_fee	visitor	Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)	EUR 90 / per applicant	official

Decision

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

Use this quick check to decide whether CLOUD EXPO EUROPE - MADRID 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.

QUESTION 1 OF 6

What is your primary role?

Decision matrix

Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

visit

Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.

Best for

Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.

Min. budget

$400.00

Timeline

4–8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.

Risks

Limited session times published — confirm agenda before booking.

exhibit

You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.

Best for

Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.

Min. budget

$2,500.00

Timeline

3–6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.

Risks

Booth pricing not published in captured sources — confirm with organiser.

skip

Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.

Best for

Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.

Min. budget

Not yet confirmed

Timeline

N/A

Risks

No major risks listed.

Gallery

Photos

Official imagery from CLOUD EXPO EUROPE - MADRID 2026

FAQs & glossary

Answers

Frequently asked

Glossary

Cloud computing: Delivery of computing services such as servers, storage and software over the internet, the core theme of Cloud Expo Europe Madrid and the technologies buyers source at IFEMA.
Hybrid cloud: A mix of on-premise or private cloud and public cloud services, letting enterprises keep regulated workloads local while scaling elsewhere; a key architecture discussed on the show floor.
Multi-cloud: Running workloads across two or more public cloud providers to avoid lock-in and improve resilience, a common sourcing requirement for the IT decision makers attending.
AI infrastructure: The compute, storage and networking, often GPU clusters, needed to train and run machine learning models; central to the Cloud & AI Infrastructure Madrid positioning.
Data centre: A facility housing servers, storage and networking equipment, covering power, cooling and colocation; one of the sectors showcased across Pabellones 3 to 5.
Edge computing: Processing data close to where it is generated rather than in a central cloud, reducing latency for IoT and real-time applications shown at the event.
DevOps: A culture and toolchain that unites software development and IT operations through automation and CI/CD pipelines, a recurring conference theme in Madrid.
Cybersecurity: Practices and tooling that protect cloud workloads, identities and data; a dedicated track and co-located show, Cyber Security World Madrid, at the venue.
Big data: Very large data sets analysed for insight using distributed processing; paired with AI in the Big Data & AI World Madrid co-located event.
Colocation: Renting space, power and connectivity for customer-owned servers inside a third-party data centre, a model exhibited by infrastructure and data centre operators at IFEMA.
IoT: The Internet of Things, networks of connected devices that feed data into cloud and edge platforms; one of the technology areas named in the show scope.
Blockchain: A distributed ledger technology for tamper-resistant records, listed among the data centre, security and cloud topics covered at the Madrid edition.

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