Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
The 19th European Public Health Conference will take place at the Palacio Euskalduna in Bilbao, Spain, from 11 to 13 November 2026. This conference will gather public health professionals to discuss critical issues such as urban health, climate resilience, and health equity.
The event aims to foster collaboration and share innovative research and practices in public health. European Public Health Conference 2026 takes place in Bilbao, Spain.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The European Public Health Conference 2026 will be held from 11 to 13 November 2026 at Palacio Euskalduna, Bilbao, Spain.
- 2Scale and Focus: This conference is a key event for public health professionals, focusing on urban health, climate resilience, and health equity.
- 3Organiser: The event is organized by the European Public Health Association (EUPHA), with more details available on their official website.
- 4Entry: Registration for pre-conferences is open, while the main conference registration is closed.
Why visit
The EPH Conference 2026 brings the European public health community to Bilbao for three days of evidence, policy and practice.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their innovations and services to a targeted audience of public health professionals, enhancing visibility and engagement within the sector. Meet qualified buyers and partners including Healthcare technology providers, Public health organizations and NGOs, Research institutions and universities. Position your offer across public health research and data analytics, healthcare technology and innovation, health policy.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Public health researchers and epidemiologists
Health policymakers and government advisers
Healthcare practitioners and clinical leads
NGO and civil society health advocates
Academics and students in public health
Health economists and data analysts
Environmental and urban health specialists
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Public health institutes and research centres
Health technology and digital health providers
Pharmaceutical and vaccine companies
NGOs and international health organisations
Health policy consultancies
Universities and training providers
Surveillance and health data platform vendors
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Epidemiology and surveillance systems
Health promotion and disease prevention
Health policy and governance
Digital health and health data
Climate change and health
Health economics and financing
Migrant and minority health
Vaccination and immunisation programmes
Location & Facilities
Venue
Palacio Euskalduna
Bilbao, Spain
Facilities
Parking
Palacio Euskalduna in Bilbao typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Palacio Euskalduna in Bilbao typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Palacio Euskalduna for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
EUPHA members
750Non EUPHA members
850Students (LMICs)
400Spanish residents
750Day registration
450Pre-conference half day
80Pre-conference full day
160
Who runs the show
Organisers
Local currency · EUR
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Bilbao Airport
Primary international gateway for Bilbao; confirm current bus and taxi fares
Approx. 15-20 minutes by taxi or airport bus to Palacio Euskalduna
to venue
TBA
by car
Vitoria Airport
Smaller airport with fewer international connections; check schedules before choosing
Approx. 1 hour by road to Bilbao
to venue
TBA
by car
Santander Airport
Alternative option; confirm flight connections and onward transport
Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes by road to Bilbao
to venue
TBA
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Meliá Bilbao
5-star
Near Palacio Euskalduna180 m from Palacio Euskalduna to venueHotel NH Collection Villa de Bilbao
4-star
Near Palacio Euskalduna210 m from Palacio Euskalduna to venueHotel ILUNION Bilbao
3-star
Near Palacio Euskalduna310 m from Palacio Euskalduna to venueHotel Abba Euskalduna
4-star
Near Palacio Euskalduna420 m from Palacio Euskalduna to venueHotel ILUNION San Mamés
4-star
San Mamés, Bilbao830 m from Palacio Euskalduna to venueHotel Carlton
5-star
Near Palacio Euskalduna870 m from Palacio Euskalduna to venuevoco Bilbao - City by IHG
3-star
Bilbao city1.4 km from Palacio Euskalduna to venueHotel Miró
4-star
BilbaoListed among hotels near Palacio Euskalduna to venueLocal transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Metro / tram / urban bus
Estimated costEUR 2-5 single metro journey (contactless)
Best forBilbao city centre and San Mamés area to Palacio Euskalduna
Bilbao urban transit fares were not captured in this mission set; rates shown are an approximate local-currency band, not an official quote.
Taxi
Estimated costEUR 35–85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
Best forBilbao hotels and airport to Palacio Euskalduna
Approximate city taxi band; airport transfers typically priced higher. No official tariff was returned in the captures.
taxi
Estimated costEUR 35–85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
Best forBilbao Airport
taxi
Estimated costApprox. EUR taxi/rideshare from BIO to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forBilbao Airport (BIO) to Palacio Euskalduna
Primary international gateway for Bilbao; confirm current bus and taxi fares.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. EUR taxi/rideshare from VIT to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forVitoria Airport (VIT) to Palacio Euskalduna
Smaller airport with fewer international connections; check schedules before choosing.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. EUR taxi/rideshare from SDR to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forSantander Airport (SDR) to Palacio Euskalduna
Alternative option; confirm flight connections and onward transport.
Weather
November in Bilbao is late autumn: mild, damp and changeable, so plan for rain showers and cool evenings around the Palacio Euskalduna riverfront. The weather capture for this run did not return Bilbao climate data, so no temperature figures are stated here; check a forecast close to the 11-13 November 2026 dates.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Spain.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Bilbao riverfront setting
Palacio Euskalduna sits on the Nervión riverfront next to the San Mamés district, so the walk from nearby hotels is short and flat; keep a light layer for riverside wind in November.
Local hours
Basque Country dining and shop hours run later than northern European norms; schedule evening meetings accordingly and confirm restaurant times before late arrivals.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: BIO
Bilbao Airport (BIO) is the gateway airport in the captured flight search from London Heathrow (LHR): nonstop options of about 2 hr 5 min on Vueling/Iberia/British Airways, plus connecting routings via Amsterdam or Munich of 5-7 hours. Sample searches were run for an 11 November 2026 departure and 15 November return; re-run live pricing before booking.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Bilbao Airport (BIO): Primary international gateway for Bilbao; confirm current bus and taxi fares; Vitoria Airport (VIT): Smaller airport with fewer international connections; check schedules before choosing; Santander Airport (SDR): Alternative option; confirm flight connections and onward transport. Allow road or rail time to Palacio Euskalduna; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Palacio Euskalduna: Near Palacio Euskalduna: Meliá Bilbao; Near Palacio Euskalduna: Hotel NH Collection Villa de Bilbao; Near Palacio Euskalduna: Hotel ILUNION Bilbao.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Bilbao; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: The Palacio Euskalduna sits on the Bilbao riverfront within walking distance of the San Mamés and Euskalduna districts; several hotels in the Google Hotels set (Meliá Bilbao 180 m, NH Collection Villa de Bilbao 210 m, Hotel ILUNION Bilbao 310 m) are close enough to reach the venue on foot. Confirm metro, tram and bus routes to the Euskalduna stop with the venue or operator before travelling; captures did not return a confirmed fare or line list.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Palacio Euskalduna; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026
Temperature: November Bilbao temperatures were not confirmed by the captures in this run; check a live forecast for 11-13 November 2026 before packing.
Seasonality: Late autumn in Bilbao is typically the wettest stretch of the year on the Cantabrian coast, so bring a compact umbrella and a waterproof layer for walking between hotels and the Palacio Euskalduna. This is general seasonal guidance; no rainfall figures were captured.
Packing: November Bilbao temperatures were not confirmed by the captures in this run; check a live forecast for 11-13 November 2026 before packing. Late autumn in Bilbao is typically the wettest stretch of the year on the Cantabrian coast, so bring a compact umbrella and a waterproof layer for walking betwee
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at European Public Health Conference 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Confirm your registration category on the EPH Conference 2026 website and check whether EUPHA membership reduces your fee.
T-2
Book accommodation near Palacio Euskalduna early; Bilbao hotels fill up for conference week.
T-3
Check visa requirements for Spain and request an invitation letter from the organiser if your passport requires a Schengen visa.
T-4
Download the draft programme and shortlist pre-conferences and parallel sessions that match your public health specialism.
T-5
Plan your journey from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to the venue by airport bus, taxi or metro.
T-6
Pack for late autumn in Bilbao: rain jacket and layers for cool, damp November days.
T-7
Save the venue address and your session times; Palacio Euskalduna is on the riverfront in the Euskalduna district.
T-8
Check the conference app or website for any last-minute schedule changes before you travel.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Palacio Euskalduna
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2European Public Health Conference 2026 registration concourse
Palacio Euskalduna
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Palacio Euskalduna
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights€190.00
- Per diem × 2€150.00
Estimated total€340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
visitor_ticket
visitor · General admission
EUR 750 / per person
organiser_published
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| visitor_ticket | visitor | General admission | EUR 750 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether European Public Health Conference 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For European Public Health Conference 2026, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Public health research and data analytics and Healthcare technology and innovati solutions and benchmarking suppliers at European Public Health Conference 2026 in Bilbao.
Min. budget
$1,300.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Public health research and data analytics and Healthcare technology and innovati products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$5,850.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Bilbao show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Glossary
- EUPHA
- European Public Health Association, the association behind the European Public Health Conference series referenced in the seed identity for this listing.
- Palacio Euskalduna
- Bilbao's riverfront congress and concert hall on the Nervión, the venue shown in the hotel and travel captures for this edition.
- Abstract submission
- The pre-conference route by which public health researchers submit workshop, oral and poster proposals for review and inclusion in the programme.
- Pre-conference
- Sessions held on the day before the main conference opens, typically focused workshops and skills-building tracks.
- Schengen short stay
- The visa-free or short-stay visa framework covering most conference travel to Spain; confirm your nationality's specific rules before booking.
- BIO
- IATA code for Bilbao Airport, the arrival airport shown in the London LHR to Bilbao flight search capture for 11 November 2026.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- European Public Health Conference 2026 Bilbao
- European Public Health Conference Bilbao 2026
- Bilbao Spain
- Public Health Conference Conference Bilbao
- Public health research and data analytics
- Healthcare technology and innovation
- Health policy and advocacy tools
- Sustainable health solutions
- digital transformation expo
- Bilbao technology expo 2026
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