Future Health & Healthcare 2027 meets in Stockholm on 27-28 January.
Dates
27–28 Jan 2027
City / country
Stockholm, Sweden
Venue
Kistamässan
Time
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Event overview
Future Health & Healthcare 2027 (Framtidens Hälso & Sjukvård) runs 27-28 January at Kistamässan in Stockholm, bringing healthcare leaders, clinicians and public-sector buyers together under one roof.
The free exhibition features more than 250 exhibitors and a conference with over 200 speakers, covering AI, digital transformation, near-home care, hospital construction and procurement.
One ticket also covers the co-located e-Hälsa+MVTe, Upphandlingsdagarna and Lösningar för Offentlig Sektor.
TL;DR
A free exhibition pass gives access to more than 250 suppliers, open-stage talks and morning seminars, plus the three co-located public-sector events. Clinical leaders, IT teams and procurement staff can compare solutions for AI, diagnostics, remote care, hospital construction and procurement in two days, then meet peers from 20 of Sweden's 21 regions. Conference passes add the curated keynote programme and workshops.
Sweden buys healthcare through its 21 regions and 290 municipalities, and this show gathers their leaders, clinicians and procurement teams in one hall. Exhibiting puts a solution in front of decision-makers who are actively planning AI rollouts, hospital builds and near-home care, alongside buyers from procurement and digital-health teams. One stand also reaches visitors to three co-located public-sector events.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Kistamässan, Arne Beurlings Torg 5, 164 40 Kista, Stockholm, Sweden
Entrances & gates
Main Entrance
At Arne Beurlings Torg 5, with lifts and escalators to the upper exhibition level.
Paid public parking in direct connection with the venue, but spaces are limited; arrive early or use the blue metro line to Kista.
Lifts and escalators at the main entrance, accessible WCs on the upper entrance level and E level, and a hearing loop on the first row at all stages.
Staffed cloakroom at the entrance next to the exhibition hall, SEK 40 per item, card payment only.
Food options
Kistamässan restaurant, Exhibition-floor café
On-site diningParking: Paid public parking is limited around Kistamässan. The venue recommends public transport; drivers take the Kista S exit from the E4 and follow signs to the venue.
Gate: Use the main entrance at Arne Beurlings Torg 5; lifts and escalators lead from the entrance to the upper exhibition level.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Exhibition pass - public sector, tax-funded organisations and non-profits
Free registration for the exhibition on 27-28 January; conference sessions excluded.
Supplier exhibition pass
For companies selling goods or services to the public sector.
Two-day conference pass - early bird
Booked by 13 November 2026; standard price SEK 6,900; excludes VAT.
One-day conference pass - early bird
Standard price SEK 4,450; excludes VAT.
Supplier conference pass
Includes exhibition and two conference days; no campaign codes.
Ticket info
Badge collection
Bring the confirmation email or app ticket and photo ID; badges are printed at the main entrance.
Ticket notes
The exhibition is free for employees of public or tax-funded organisations and non-profits; suppliers pay SEK 495 for an exhibition pass. Conference passes are SEK 4,900 for two days or SEK 2,950 for one day at early-bird rates, rising to SEK 6,900 and SEK 4,450. Prices exclude VAT.
What's on
Acko Ankarberg Johansson
Landshövding i Västmanlands Län @ Länsstyrelsen Västmanland
Healthcare leadership and public governance
Björn Eriksson
Generaldirektör @ Socialstyrelsen
National health and social care policy
Olivia Wigzell
Generaldirektör @ Folkhälsomyndigheten
Public health and prevention
Emma Lennartsson
Regiondirektör @ Region Stockholm
Regional healthcare delivery
Christophe Pedroletti
Sjukhusdirektör @ Karolinska Universitetssjukhuset
Hospital management and capacity
Anna Tenje
Sveriges äldre- och socialförsäkringsminister @ Sveriges regering
Elderly care and social insurance policy
e-Hälsa+MVTe
Sweden’s meeting place for e-health and welfare technology.
Kistamässan, same dates and ticket.
WebsiteUpphandlingsdagarna
Sweden’s meeting place for public procurement and purchasing.
Kistamässan, same dates and ticket.
WebsiteLösningar för Offentlig Sektor
Sweden’s meeting place for people who lead, develop and organise public services.
Kistamässan, same dates and ticket.
WebsiteÅrets Välfärdsinspiratör
Award for a person or organisation that has improved welfare and quality of life through new thinking; presented during the first evening mingling.
sourceVårdförbundspriset
Award for Vårdförbundet members who develop care towards a more sustainable and patient-safe future; presented at the show’s first evening mingling.
sourceHow the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Visitors: 4,600
Exhibitors: 250
This edition
2027
Visitors: 4,600
Exhibitors: 250
Next edition
Not announced yet
Growth over time
New this edition
Laboratory focus area
A new 2027 focus area for diagnostics, medical technology, equipment and laboratory environments.
SourceHealthcare construction focus area
A new 2027 focus area covering hospital planning, healthcare properties, design, technology and operations.
SourceOne ticket, four meetings
The exhibition ticket also covers e-Hälsa+MVTe, Upphandlingsdagarna and Lösningar för Offentlig Sektor.
SourceImpact
Framtidens Hälso & Sjukvård sits at the centre of Swedish healthcare planning because regions and municipalities both buy here. Its January slot lets suppliers meet budget holders before spring procurement cycles, while the co-located procurement and public-sector events widen the buyer mix beyond clinical teams.
Audience quality
The audience is professional and qualified: region and municipal leaders, hospital directors, clinicians, IT and e-health teams, and procurement officers. The organiser reported that 20 of 21 regions were represented at the 2026 meeting place, and the co-located procurement event adds buyers with live tenders rather than passive browsers.
Exhibitor outcomes
ROI hinges on qualified conversations with region and municipal decision-makers, not raw footfall. A stand reaches clinical, IT and procurement buyers in two days, and one ticket covers three adjacent public-sector events. Budget for a Swedish-language stand team, a local reference case and follow-up within a week, when procurement timelines are still live.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Stockholm concentrates Sweden’s health-policy bodies, hospital groups and digital-health suppliers, and the January show is where they compare plans for the coming year. With regions and municipalities controlling most spending, a single Stockholm trip reaches clinical, IT and procurement decision-makers who rarely sit in the same room.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
AI moves from pilot to operations
Swedish regions are shifting AI from small trials into scheduling, imaging and clinical documentation workflows.
What it changes: Suppliers need a reference case and integration story, not a standalone demo, to win regional procurement.
Near-home care and hospital capacity
An ageing population is pushing care closer to home while hospitals consolidate specialist services and rebuild facilities.
What it changes: Equipment, remote monitoring and construction suppliers can position around capacity and patient flow.
Procurement as an innovation lever
Public buyers are using framework agreements and outcome-based tenders to demand interoperability and measurable savings.
What it changes: A stand at the co-located procurement event reaches buyers who shape the tender before it is published.
Framtidens Hälso & Sjukvård anchors the January public-sector week in Stockholm. Buyers also plan around the co-located procurement and e-health events, then follow the Nordic health-IT circuit to Vitalis in Gothenburg later in the year.
e-Hälsa+MVTe 2027
Stockholm, Sweden
Same venue and dates; included with the main exhibition ticket.
websiteUpphandlingsdagarna 2027
Stockholm, Sweden
Public procurement event at Kistamässan; included with the main exhibition ticket.
websiteLösningar för Offentlig Sektor 2027
Stockholm, Sweden
Public-sector management event at Kistamässan; included with the main exhibition ticket.
websiteVitalis 2027
Gothenburg, Sweden
Circuit calendar estimate for the Nordic health-IT and e-health event; confirm exact 2027 dates with the organiser.
websiteCo-located dates are confirmed by the official site. Vitalis dates are a circuit estimate and are labelled as such.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Main international gateway; airport coaches, commuter trains and taxis connect to Kista and central Stockholm.
40 km
to venue
30-40 minutes
by car
Stockholm Bromma Airport
Smaller city airport mainly used for domestic routes; taxi or bus to Kista.
12 km
to venue
20-25 minutes
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 90–130 / night
Walkable or a short bus ride to Kistamässan; book early because the co-located events fill Kista hotels.
USD 150–210 / night
Closest full-service options; Scandic offers exhibitors 15 percent off with code UTS for 25-28 January 2027.
sourceUSD 260–420 / night
Central five-star and boutique options, 20-30 minutes by metro or taxi; better for evening meetings than for an early show start.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
SL metro and bus
Blue line 11 towards Akalla, about 17 minutes to Kista, then a 12-minute walk; contactless card or SL app.
Taxi or rideshare
30-40 minutes depending on traffic; agree a fixed fare before departure.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay visa (type C) | Visitors from visa-required countries | $90.00 | Typically 15 working days, longer in peak periods | |
| Visa-free entry | Citizens of visa-exempt countries, including EU/EEA and many other passport holders | — | No application needed for short business visits |
EU/EEA citizens do not need a visa. Other visa-exempt nationals should confirm the current Schengen rules with the Swedish Migration Agency before travel.
Sweden accepts ATA Carnets for eligible temporary imports; confirm the goods list and customs processing with your freight forwarder.
Official visa pageWeather
Late January in Stockholm is cold and dark, with daytime highs near -1 C and overnight lows around -5 C. Snow and ice are common, so land a day early, wear waterproof boots and allow extra time for the metro or taxi on the first morning.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Free Wi-Fi is usual in Kista hotels and at the venue; an EU eSIM works across Sweden, and a local prepaid SIM is easy to buy at Arlanda.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Informal, punctual meetings
Swedes generally address colleagues by first name and keep meetings informal but punctual; arrive on time and keep small talk brief.
A largely cashless society
Use a card or Swish for most payments; the venue cloakroom accepts card only.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: ARN (Stockholm Arlanda Airport)
Book 6-10 weeks ahead for late January. Arrive on 26 January to cover the 27 January opening and depart on 29 January after the second day.
Book flightsEU/EEA citizens need no visa. Visa-exempt nationals can visit for business under the Schengen 90-day rule; visa-required nationals need a Schengen type C visa before travel.
Estimated cost: EUR 90 for an adult Schengen visa; service fees may apply
Processing: Typically 15 working days; apply at least six weeks before travel
Carry a business invitation, hotel booking, travel insurance and return ticket. Rules change, so check the Swedish Migration Agency before applying.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Arlanda Express or commuter train to Stockholm, then blue metro line 11 to Kista; taxi takes 30-40 minutes and costs about SEK 550-750.
Hotel → venue: Most Kista hotels are a 10-20 minute walk or a short bus ride; allow 25 minutes from central Stockholm by metro.
Ride-hail: Uber and Bolt operate in Stockholm; expect SEK 550-750 from Arlanda to Kista.
Public transit: Blue metro line 11 to Kista, or commuter train to Helenelund plus a five-minute walk; SL single tickets cost SEK 43 for 75 minutes.
Parking: Paid public parking at the venue is limited; the venue recommends public transport.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: January
Temperature: -5 C to -1 C
Seasonality: Snow and ice are common; daylight is short, with sunset around 16:00.
Packing: Warm coat, gloves, waterproof boots, layers for heated halls, and a power bank for long days.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Wednesday 27 January 2027
Opening day has the longest hours (09:00-17:00), the full exhibition floor and the first-evening mingling with the awards. Thursday 28 January closes at 16:00, so use it for follow-up meetings and the co-located procurement event.
Register for a free exhibition ticket and check whether you qualify as public-sector or non-profit staff — Suppliers pay SEK 495; conference passes are separate.
Book a Kista hotel and confirm the metro or commuter route — The co-located events fill Kista hotels in the last two weeks.
Build a target list across the exhibition and the three co-located events — Group meetings by hall and by theme to avoid crossing the venue twice.
Download the app, save the ticket and pack business cards — Badges are printed at the main entrance against photo ID.
Check the weather and allow buffer for snow on the metro or taxi — Doors open at 09:00; the first keynote slots fill early.
Collect badge, coffee and a hall map
Main entrance, KistamässanSupplier meetings on digital health and diagnostics
Exhibition hall, upper levelOpen-stage talk and informal networking
Open stage and exhibition-floor caféProcurement and hospital-construction meetings
Co-located Upphandlingsdagarna areaEvening mingling and awards
First evening reception, KistamässanStockholm Old Town and Vasa Museum
Culture
30-35 minutes by metro from Kista
A half-day add-on for first-time visitors, best booked for the evening of 28 January or the morning of 29 January.
Kista Science City walk
Industry Study
10-15 minutes on foot from Kistamässan
See the cluster of telecom, IT and innovation companies around Kista and how the district connects to the venue.
First-evening mingling
official reception
Awards, food and live entertainment after day one; the best single opportunity to meet speakers and buyers.
Exhibition-floor café
on-site café
Casual seating for short follow-up meetings between sessions.
Swedish region and municipal buyers often move from a show conversation into a formal tender within weeks. Fast, specific follow-up with a local reference is what keeps a supplier on the shortlist.
Budget
Shell scheme
USD 250–380 / m²
Raw space
USD 180–260 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
Estimated from Stockholm exhibition rates; no 2027 tariff has been published. Excludes VAT, furniture, AV and rigging.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
booth
exhibitor · shell 9 sqm
USD 2250–3420 / per stand
hotel
both · mid
USD 150–210 / per night
per_diem
both · standard
USD 55–85 / per day
flight
visitor · Europe return
USD 150–350 / return
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| booth | exhibitor | shell 9 sqm | USD 2250–3420 / per stand | estimate | 2026-11-04 |
| hotel | both | mid | USD 150–210 / per night | estimate | 2026-11-04 |
| per_diem | both | standard | USD 55–85 / per day | estimate | 2026-11-04 |
| flight | visitor | Europe return | USD 150–350 / return | estimate | 2026-11-04 |
Decision
Six quick questions will show whether to visit, exhibit or skip Future Health & Healthcare 2027.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
Which best describes your role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have an active project and can attend at least one full day.
Best for
Healthcare leaders, clinicians, IT teams and procurement staff evaluating solutions
Min. budget
$500.00
Timeline
2-4 weeks
Risks
Conference sessions need a separate pass
Kista hotels fill in the last two weeks
exhibit
You have a local reference case, Swedish materials and staff for both days.
Best for
Suppliers selling medical technology, digital health, equipment or services to Swedish healthcare
Min. budget
$3,500.00
Timeline
3-4 months
Risks
Freight and customs delays
Swedish-language staffing gap
skip
You cannot verify a healthcare buyer or commit budget this season.
Best for
Organisations outside healthcare or without a project this year
Timeline
Not applicable
Risks
Missing the January procurement window
Waiting another year for the region buyer mix
Book with
Kistamässan
Stockholm’s exhibition and conference venue at Arne Beurlings Torg 5 in Kista.
Venue named on the official show site.
SAS
Scandinavian airline with direct routes from Europe and North America into Stockholm Arlanda.
Useful travel provider, not an announced show sponsor.
Region Stockholm
The regional healthcare authority for Stockholm County and a key buyer group at the show.
Public-body resource; not an announced partner.
Sveriges Kommuner och Regioner (SKR)
The Swedish Association of Local Authorities and Regions, representing the municipalities and regions that fund and run healthcare.
SKR is named on the official site as a collaborator on the meeting place for older people’s care.
Recommended providers
Check Schengen visa requirements and processing times before booking flights.
Exhibitors get 15 percent off with code UTS for stays from 25 to 28 January 2027.
Compare fares into Stockholm Arlanda; book 6-10 weeks ahead for late January.
Book handling and temporary import support 4-6 weeks before the show.
Exhibitor insurance is included in the registration fee through If; add business travel cover separately.
Plan an Old Town and Vasa Museum half-day around show hours.
Lead Scanning is included in the exhibitor registration fee for one user.
FAQs & glossary
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References
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