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Venue, FAQs & More

Everything you need to know about ESPC26 in Amsterdam.

ESPC26 About the Venue

RAI Amsterdam is one of Europe’s premier conference and exhibition venues, offering over 110,000 m² of flexible event space. 

Located in the vibrant Zuidas district, it is exceptionally well connected, just 6 minutes by train from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and 10 minutes from the city centre. With its own dedicated train and metro station, plus extensive on-site parking, the venue is easily accessible for attendees from around the world.

The venue features 12 versatile halls, modern conference rooms, and signature spaces such as the Europa Hall and Elicium, making it ideal for ESPC. Plus its location surrounded by hotels, restaurants and green spaces make RAI Amsterdam a wonderful setting for ESPC international delegates to explore and enjoy.

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accommodation

Where to Stay in Amsterdam

When attending an event at RAI Amsterdam, you’ll find plenty of excellent accommodation options nearby to suit a range of preferences and budgets. The surrounding area offers modern hotels with comfortable rooms, great amenities, and quick, convenient access to the venue, many within walking distance or just a short metro ride away.

This year’s partner hotel information can be found here.

Plan your stay. Book a Hotel in Amsterdam Now.

Travel & Transport

How to Get to the RAI Amsterdam

Read the information below to find out all you need to know about getting to The RAI Amsterdam.

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is the main airport of the Netherlands and one of the largest airports in Europe. In 2018, Schiphol was one of the busiest airports in Europe with 71 million passengers.

The RAI is easily accessible from Schiphol. You are at RAI Amsterdam within 8 minutes by car or 10 minutes by train.

By Train:

From Schiphol Airport, follow the signs for Trains (located directly beneath the arrivals hall).

Buy a ticket to Amsterdam RAI (you can use the ticket machines or your contactless bank card at the gates).

Take a direct Sprinter train toward Amsterdam RAI — these run frequently throughout the day.

Journey time: around 6 minutes.

Taxi:


Follow the signs to the official taxi rank directly outside the arrivals hall. Licensed taxis are blue-plated and regulated.

Simply tell the driver “RAI Amsterdam” – they know it well and will drop you right at the main entrance.

Travel time: around 15–20 minutes, depending on traffic.

By Tram, Metro or Bus:

From Amsterdam Central Station you can take metro 52, the new underground connection linking the district of Amsterdam North to the Amsterdam Zuid railway station. This line provides the fastest direct connection and brings you from Amsterdam Central Station to the RAI (via the Europaplein station) within 6 minutes. You can also take tram 4 and get off at Europaplein.

From Amstel Station, you can reach us with metro 51 (get off at Amsterdam RAI station) or bus line 62 (get off at Europaplein).

Metro 50, which runs between Amsterdam Sloterdijk en Gein, also stops at the Amsterdam RAI station.

The convenient Amsterdam Travel Ticket gives you unlimited travel around the city by tram, metro and bus.

By Train:

The Amsterdam RAI railway station is located a stone’s throw from the RAI. Just a 3 minute walk from our complex, the station is easily accessible by train.

Address of the RAI Amsterdam

RAI Amsterdam
P.O. Box 77777, 1070 MS Amsterdam
Europaplein 24, 1078 GZ Amsterdam
The Netherlands

Please note that navigation apps and GPS devices can help you find the most optimal route based on real-time information. However, here’s a general route:

From Schiphol Airport (approx. 10–15 minutes)

  • Exit the airport and follow signs for the A4 toward Amsterdam.
  • Merge onto the A10 Ring Road South (A10 Zuid).
  • Take exit S109 (Amsterdam RAI).
  • Follow the signs for RAI Amsterdam / P1–P3 Parking.
  • The venue is clearly signposted, and multiple parking garages are available on-site.

 

From Amsterdam City Centre (approx. 10 minutes)

  • Head south following signs for the A10 / Ring Road Zuid.
  • Join the A10 and continue to exit S109 (Amsterdam RAI).
  • Follow the signs for RAI Amsterdam and choose your preferred parking garage (P1–P3).
  • The venue entrance is a short walk from all on-site parking facilities.

Car Parking:

Parking at the RAI complex is easy and affordable. The RAI Amsterdam multi-storey car park is easily accessible thanks to its location next to the A10 highway, exit 9 (Amsterdam Rivierenbuurt) and has 3,200 parking spaces.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about visiting ESPC26

General

ESPC is Europe’s premier Microsoft 365 and AI conference. The conference brings together 100 expert speakers to deliver 120+ sessions covering Microsoft 365, AI, Power Platform, Security, Governance, Copilot, SharePoint and more.

ESPC26 will take place Nov 30th to Dec 3rd in Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

IT professionals, developers, makers, end users and business decision makers using Microsoft technologies.

Microsoft 365, AI, Copilot, Security, Governance, Power Platform, SharePoint and more.

ESPC offers a variety of topics catering to different areas of interest and levels, this means we have something for each team member.

ESPC is also proud to have both independent voices, MVPs and Microsoft Corporate present. We are honoured to have over 30+ sessions and keynotes delivered by Microsoft Corporate USA (often including CVPs and VPs).

ESPC caters to all levels.

Simply filter the programme by level to see.

  • Level 100: Beginner
  • Level 200: Beginner to Intermediate
  • Level 300: Intermediate
  • Level 400: Advanced

The conference takes place from November 30th to December 3rd.

  • 4 Day Tickets: November 30th – December 3rd
  • 3 Day Tickets: December 1st – December 3rd

 

Approx. Daily timings: 

  • Nov 30th: 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Dec 1st & 2nd: 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Dec 3rd: 9:00am – 4:15pm

Ticket prices vary depending on timing and availability. We run a variety of sales throughout the year, and the earlier you book, the more you save.

Please review the ticket page for the latest pricing.

Lunch is included each day with snacks provided at break times.

Please join our mailing list.

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Yes of course! Onsite we have regular networking breaks and community lounge meetups. It is also possible to network on the conference app. The conference app is available 7-10 days pre-conference.

Yes there is an app for the conference.

This app can be used to plan your agenda, network, stay up to date with key announcements and more.

The app will be available 10-7 days pre conference. You will be notified via email when the app is available.

ESPC is part of QualTech Ltd. Find out more about us!

Based in Galway, Ireland, QualTech Ltd is the team behind two of Europe’s most dynamic IT conference brands: EuroSTAR and ESPC. With over 30 years experience, our passion lies in building vibrant, engaged, and professional communities through exceptional conferences and year-round content.

Venue

RAI Amsterdam, Netherlands.

The RAI Amsterdam is conveniently located.

From Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, you can take the train or taxi.

From key stations e.g. Amsterdam Central Station, you can take the tram, metro, bus, train or taxi.

If you wish to drive, you can. The RAI Amsterdam is approx. 10. minutes from Schiphol Airport and the city center.

For more information, please visit our Venue FAQ page.

Yes. We have partnered with a selection of hotels to secure you a special room rate. For more information, visit here.

Parking at the RAI complex is easy and affordable. The RAI Amsterdam multi-storey car park is easily accessible thanks to its location next to the A10 highway, exit 9 (Amsterdam Rivierenbuurt) and has 3,200 parking spaces.

You can reserve a parking space in advance on their website.

RAI Amsterdam is accessible to everyone. For that reason RAI Amsterdam has special facilities to receive visitors with reduced mobility or disabilities as easy as possible.

RAI Amsterdam is accessible for guests using a wheelchair. The aisles at the show floor are spacious and the surface is flat. Elevators and disability toilets are available.

Yes. Cloakroom facilities and luggage storage will be available at the venue.

RAI Amsterdam is well connected by public transport. You can reach the venue by train, metro, tram, or bus, with several stops located within walking distance.

Yes – lunch is provided along with snacks at break times.

Tickets & Programme

You can book tickets via our ticket page.

View Ticket Page here!

We have 4 Day and 3 Day tickets available.

View Ticket Page here!

If the conference does not sell out in advance, ticket sales will remain open until Day 2 of the conference.

For group discounts please contact ella@espc.tech

We run a variety of sales throughout the year, please check out the ticket page to see the current sale offering.

Yes. You can transfer your ticket, free of charge, up to 15 days before the conference.

Simply login to your booking using your confirmation number and email.

Select transfer registration and enter the details of the new person.

The cancellation and refund policy can be found here:

Booking Terms and Conditions

The conference programme is typically announced in May.

Join our mailing list to know when.

Once live, the 2026 schedule will be viewable here.

We do not record sessions.

Speaker Information

The ESPC speakers are made up of Microsoft MVPs, community experts and Microsoft. Once live, you can view the 2026 speakers here.

The speakers are announced with the conference sessions. This is typically May.

Join our mailing list to know!

All session submissions are reviewed by the ESPC Programme Team, who select speakers and sessions based on quality, relevance, and balance. The aim is to create a diverse, engaging programme with a mix of technical and business topics, new and emerging ideas, and content for different experience levels.

Yes everybody is welcome to submit their session idea. You can submit to speak via Sessionize.

Speakers cover a broad range of topics including Microsoft 365, AI, Copilot, Power Platform, SharePoint, Security, Governance, Microsoft Teams, and real-world implementation best practices.

Both! Sessions are delivered by a mix of Microsoft experts, Microsoft MVPs, community leaders, and industry professionals.

Speakers are responsible for uploading their slides. Once the speaker has uploaded them, they are viewable by the conference attendees only.

Yes. You can speak to speakers after their sessions if they have availability. Alternatively, another great option is to visit our Ask the Experts booth in the Expo where you can ask any speakers any questions you may have.

Please join our mailing list.

Sponsorship & Exhibitors

This year’s sponsors can be found here.

Please reach out to scott@espc.tech or request the sponsor brochure here.

Why Sponsor at ESPC26

Please request the sponsor brochure here.

Please reach out to scott@espc.tech

You can contact scott@espc.tech

Sponsors gain visibility with a highly engaged Microsoft-focused audience, strong brand exposure, lead-generation opportunities, and direct access to decision-makers, developers, and IT professionals.

Early confirmation is recommended, as sponsorship packages and exhibition spaces are limited.

Sponsorship packages include complimentary passes, however details vary by package. Please contact scott@espc.tech  for specific information.

The exhibition area is centrally located and designed to encourage attendee interaction, networking, and traffic flow between sessions and during breaks.

Exhibitors typically include software vendors, solution providers, consultancies and Microsoft partners.

Yes. Selected sponsorship packages include opportunities to host sessions and demos, and are clearly marked as sponsor-led content.

Ask a Question?

If you have any further questions, which are not listed below,  please email:

info@espc.tech