This year, we have a number of initiatives to make it even easier for you to plan your trip to IBC and have a smooth experience when you arrive in Amsterdam and go onsite. Plan your trip to IBC2026 now to save money, secure the best accommodation and maximise your ROI.
Your Pass Benefits
Conference Pass
- Access to 3-day Conference, including all keynote sessions and Technical Paper Programme
- Access to the IBC Exchange platform powered by Braindate
- Access to exclusive Delegate Lounge with complimentary refreshments, high speed Wi-Fi and meeting rooms
- Invitations to selected delegate events, including a Happy Hour and Meet the Speaker event on Friday 11 September, plus the IBC Innovation Awards on Sunday 13 September
- Exclusive Trends Report
- Access to Tech Papers Online Hub
- Access to over 1,250 exhibiting companies in 14 halls
- Access to show floor theatres, including the Showcase Theatre, Future Tech Stage and Content Everywhere Stages
- Access to the IBC Owner & Partner Programme
- Access to Future Tech, taking place in Hall 14
- Free travel pass for all days of IBC2026
Technical Paper Pass
- Access to the IBC Exchange platform powered by Braindate
- Access to 3-day Technical Paper Programme
- Access to Tech Papers Online Hub
- Access to exclusive Delegate Lounge with complimentary refreshments, high speed Wi-Fi and meeting rooms
- Access to over 1,250 exhibiting companies in 14 halls
- Access to show floor theatres, including the Showcase Theatre, Future Tech Stage and Content Everywhere Stages
- Access to the IBC Owner & Partner Programme
- Access to Future Tech, taking place in Hall 14
- Free travel pass for all days of IBC2026
Witness exclusive innovation by upgrading to the IBC Conference pass:
Before you go onsite
IBC Exchange
As part of your IBC Delegate or IBC Technical Paper pass, you have exclusive access to the IBC Exchange platform powered by Braindate – a peer-to-peer knowledge-sharing platform that enables you to connect with other attendees around shared interests, expertise and industry challenges before and during the show.
Create discussion topics, join conversations hosted by others and book one-to-one or small-group meetings, helping you arrive at IBC with a personalised programme of valuable discussions already in place.
IBC Mobile App
Unlock the full potential of IBC2026 as the IBC Mobile App becomes your ultimate gateway to an unforgettable experience.
Embrace the forefront of technological advancements, connect with industry pioneers, plan your show visit and seize every opportunity to maximise your time at this extraordinary event.
This year, the mobile app gives you the functionality to favourite meetings with exhibitors before the show. You can also check out the session agenda and customise your schedule, as well as view the interactive floor plan. This will help you navigate your way around the exhibition halls when you are onsite and get around easily.
IBC Show Planner
Maximise Your Show Experience with My Show Planner
Gain early access to the Show and ensure you don’t miss a moment. Create your customised schedule now with My Show Planner:
- Research and Plan: Identify the events you want to attend, create a personal agenda, and export it to your calendar.
- Simplify Your Visit: Browse product categories, search exhibitors, and compile a list of must-visit stands to save time.
- Select Sessions: Explore sessions, tracks, and speaker details, starring the ones you don’t want to miss.
- Optimise Your Time: Plan the most efficient use of your on-site time.
Best of all, IBC Show Planner seamlessly syncs with the IBC2026 official mobile app.
New Sustainable Initiatives ♻️
As part of our ongoing commitment to sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of a live show, IBC no longer provides complimentary airport shuttle services. Dutch Rail (NS) offers quick, cheap and regular trains from Schiphol to the RAI Station, and tickets can be purchased at the airport.
Underscoring our commitment to sustainability, all IBC2026 badges will once again include an integrated GVB QR code for trams, buses, and metro!
Providing frictionless access to the city’s GVB public transport network and eliminating the need for non-recyclable ticket printing, you will be able to move seamlessly between the RAI and central Amsterdam, simply by scanning the QR code on your pass!
Want to travel sustainably to IBC? Find out more in our Plan Your Visit section
When you get to Amsterdam
Offsite IBC Badge Collection Points
Arriving by Train – You can collect your Badge in the Iamsterdam store at Amsterdam Central Station. We have 7 offsite collection points in total, these include:
- Die Port van Cleve
- Iamsterdam Store (Amsterdam Central Station)
- Double Tree by Hilton
- Amsterdam Marriott
- Apollo Hotel Amsterdam
- Mercure Amsterdam City
- Leonardo Royal Hotel
Badge Collection Timetable - Offsite*
*OFFSITE Badge Collection (all printable badge types) - Fasttrack only. Attendees must have a complete registration and no outstanding balance.
| DATE | BADGE COLLECTION | LOCATION |
| Thursday 10 September |
09:00 – 20:00 |
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| Friday 11 September |
07:00 – 12:00 09:00 – 12:00* |
When you get to the RAI
Onsite IBC Badge Collection Points
★ EXCLUSIVE REGISTRATION AREA
Make your way to Entrance G at the RAI where you can pick up your IBC Delegate badge. Registration will be open from 14:00 on Thursday, 10 September.
At the RAI - You can also pick up your badge onsite at the RAI from the above location points.
Badge Collection Timetable - Delegates
| DATE | BADGE COLLECTION | LOCATION | HALL ACCESS |
| Thursday 10 September | 14:00 - 18:00 | Entrance G | - |
| Friday 11 September | 10:30 - 17:30 | Entrance G | 10:30 - 18:00 (20:00 for stand parties) |
| Saturday 12 September | 08:30 - 17:30 | Entrance G | 09:30 - 18:00 (20:00 for stand parties) |
| Sunday 13 September | 08:30 - 17:30 | Entrance G | 09:30 - 18:00 (20:00 for stand parties) |
| Monday 14 September | 08:30 - 15:00 | Entrance G | 09:30 - 16:00 |
! IBC Code of Conduct
Please note: At IBC we treat people with respect, and we expect everyone to follow our Code of Conduct. IBC provides all our attendees with a professional, safe, positive and harassment-free environment and experience during the show. Anyone not following our rules or behaving unacceptably will be asked to stop doing so immediately and may be removed from the event.
If you would like to report a complaint, please email codeofconduct@ibc.org or do so in person at the IBC Help Desk, outside the Holland Lounge (above Entrance C).
Top 2026 Tips
Breeze Through Security At A Fixed Time
Travelling back from IBC2026 via Schiphol?
Book a security slot at the airport via the Schiphol booking portal for a quick and seamless journey back from IBC2026.
Benefits of booking a slot include:
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Fast and smooth experience
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Choose your own convenient time
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Free and easy to use
Slots are limited, so don't miss your chance to reserve a free timeslot and secure your spot. You can reserve a time slot on the Schiphol website as of 3 days before your departure date.
Enjoy 10% Off at the Iamsterdam Store!
All IBC attendees can enjoy an exclusive 10% discount on merchandise at the official I amsterdam Store – just show your IBC badge at the checkout!
Whether you're picking up souvenirs, gifts, or something special for yourself, it's the perfect way to take a piece of Amsterdam home with you.
📍 Visit the I amsterdam Store at Amsterdam Central Station.
🎟️ Offer valid for all IBC badge holders – no voucher needed.
Have you booked your travel and accommodation yet?
Travel
Find the easiest and most cost-effective way to travel to IBC with exclusive discounts from our official airline partners and the best ways to get around.
Hotels
IBC work with the RAI Hotel Services to offer special event rates for IBC2024 and to ensure you are able to choose from a range of hotels to suit your preferences.
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RAI Amsterdam
RAI Amsterdam is one of the leading international exhibition and convention centres in Europe conveniently located just south of Amsterdam city centre.
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Discover Amsterdam
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