In August, one of the world’s most important scientific conferences on Artificial Intelligence, IJCAI-ECAI 2026, comes to Bremen. Under the title “Summer of AI,” a packed program of events awaits everyone who wants to know what’s currently happening in AI research, make sense of the findings, or get to know Bremen’s AI scene. We’ve picked out three formats that will help you do exactly that.
What’s IJCAI-ECAI 2026 about?
Researchers, companies, and institutions from around the world will gather on the university campus and in the exhibition halls in Bremen to discuss new AI insights and their applications. Topics range from robotics and machine learning to language systems and autonomous driving, to climate and medical research. Ethical questions are also in focus—such as transparency and frameworks for the use of AI.
Three dates to add to your calendar
Whether you want to dive deep into research, connect with the AI community, or translate trends directly for your company—these three dates will help you:
💡 [IJC]AI-Business Warm-up
13. August 2026, 14:00–19:00, DIGITAL HUB INDUSTRY
The Transfer Center for Artificial Intelligence translates current trends from AI research directly into your company’s daily business. Afterwards, the conversation continues over food and drinks.
🤝 Networking Reception at the Bremen Booth at IJCAI-ECAI 2026
18. August 2026, 16:00–18:00, Messe Bremen
The industry association bremen digitalmedia and the Senator for Economic Affairs, Ports and Transformation invite companies to a networking reception: meet people from academia, business, and politics and exchange ideas internationally. The poster sessions also give you a preview of upcoming AI applications and models.
🔍 Guided Tours of the IJCAI-ECAI 2026 Exhibition
19. August 2026, 16:00–17:30, Messe Bremen
Guided tours through the exhibition focusing on AI x Robotics, AI x Language, AI x Health, and AI x Digital Business Processes.
Want to be there live when Bremen becomes the center of international AI research for a few days? Then secure your spot now at one or more of the three events—registration is quick, but spots are limited. You’ll find the full Summer of AI program and more information at bremen-innovativ.de/summer-of-ai.
