Connect, Collaborate, and Create Change – SDGC26 Awaits!

Join us at the Service Design Global Conference 2026 in Germany and online, 28–30 October. SDGC26 Registration is Now Open, Early Bird tickets are on sale.

The Service Design Network is thrilled to announce that registration for the Service Design Global Conference 2026 (SDGC26) is officially open!

In 2026, we are bringing the international Service Design community to Germany, gathering both in-person in Wiesbaden, in the vibrant Frankfurt RheinMain region, and online for our virtual attendees. We are especially proud to organize this landmark event in cooperation with the World Design Capital 2026. World Design Capital® is an initiative of wdo.org.

 

Early Bird Offer

Don't miss the opportunity to secure the early bird price and maximize your benefits. Check the tickets on the conference website.

The conference will maintain its signature 3-day format, commencing on 28 Oct with workshops (requiring separate purchase once workshop registration opens), followed by two full days of inspiring conference talks, keynotes, and panels - on 29 Oct and 30 Oct.

Our in-person attendees will meet at the state-of-the-art RheinMain CongressCenter (RMCC) in Wiesbaden. Located right in the city’s lively cultural district, the RMCC offers a vibrant and contemporary space for networking and learning.

Ready to join us? Visit the conference website today to learn more and secure your spot.

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