Global oncology attention turns to Madrid in late October as clinical data and industry offerings converge. ESMO Congress 2026 brings clinicians, researchers and industry representatives together to examine new evidence and commercial applications.
Practical information for ESMO Congress 2026
The congress runs from 23 to 27 October 2026 at IFEMA MADRID. Registration is open and the scientific programme is published online. Delegates can use the ESMO events app to create a personalized agenda and filter sessions by day, topic and cancer type.
Scientific leadership and chairs
The congress scientific committee lists Fabrice André as Congress President with Yelena Janjigian and James Larkin as Scientific Co-Chairs and Nadia Harbeck as Educational Chair. These appointments shape the clinical and educational focus across plenaries and tracks.
Exhibition and company profile
The exhibition area will host pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms and providers of diagnostic and clinical solutions. Industry participation includes opportunities for satellite symposia and dedicated exhibition space. The official figures indicate 235 exhibitors registered for this edition.
Key figures
The event planning cites 37,000 attendees and 235 exhibitors. Those figures give an idea of the scale of sessions and the density of meetings available on the show floor.
Commercial prospecting tactics
Set explicit targets before arrival. Identify abstracts and sessions where clinical outcomes align with your value proposition and prebook meetings through the congress platform. Use the app to locate posters or talks by potential partners and bring concise technical briefs and case studies for rapid evaluation. Prioritize time in the exhibition where decision makers congregate and schedule follow ups while contacts are still on-site.
Programme tools and coverage
Abstract submission is closed and presenter instructions are available. The congress provides live reporting and insights on data releases and maintains an active presence on social channels with the hashtag #ESMO26.
Closing note and official link
Approach the week in Madrid with a clinical narrative that speaks to investigators and procurement leads. Review the programme, secure meetings early and use the ESMO app to maximize in-person time. Full details and registration are available at https://www.esmo.org/meeting-calendar/esmo-congress-2026
