UX Rotterdam 2026

The first edition of UX Rotterdam: a journey into the future of user experience!

In April 2026, Rotterdam will be the stage for something new. For the first time, the city’s energy and creativity will host the two-day UX Rotterdam conference – dedicated to exploring the future of user experience, design, and innovation.

A new platform for human-centered design

On April 16 and 17, 2026, 650 UX professionals from around the world will gather at the iconic Zuidplein Theater Rotterdam to learn, share, and be inspired by leading voices shaping the next era of human-centered design.

Keynotes, workshops and events

UX Rotterdam is the newest international conference in the Netherlands dedicated to user experience, product design, and digital innovation. The event brings together UX professionals from across Europe and beyond for two days of keynotes, practical workshops, and vibrant networking opportunities.

Explore workshops , keynotes , and evening events – all in one unforgettable experience in the heart of Europe’s most forward-thinking design city.

What makes UX Rotterdam 2026 unique?

1. The first of its kind in the Netherlands – finally a large-scale UX event in a city known for its daring design.
2. Two learning paths – choose between practical workshops or inspiring keynotes that suit your learning style.
3. Evening program – from a live UX podcast to an unforgettable afterparty: networking here goes beyond the stage.
4. All-inclusive format – one ticket is valid for everything: lectures, workshops, food and social events.

What is the mission of UX Rotterdam?

1. Inspire: Bringing world-renowned thinkers and doers to the stage to share insights that spark new ideas.
2. Empower: Teaching professionals practical skills through in-depth workshops.
3. Connect: Building a thriving community where designers, researchers, and product leaders meet and collaborate.
4. Celebrating: Showcasing Rotterdam’s creative energy as an emerging hub for global UX innovation.

“This event goes beyond UX!”

Topics include UX, design, branding, research, strategy, AI brainstorming, innovation, storytelling, product management, and design ops.

Design Conversations. Creative Energy. Rotterdam by Night.

Once the keynotes and workshops are over, UX Rotterdam continues. The evening program is designed to spark unexpected conversations, strengthen connections, and showcase Rotterdam’s vibrant creative scene. These events are included in every conference ticket.

Tip: Use the discount code: eventcon15 for a 15% discount when you register .

Taking place in the bold and forward-thinking city of Rotterdam, UX Rotterdam celebrates the people and ideas shaping the future of design—from AI-driven products to ethical innovation and human-centered futures.

The language of the UX Rotterdam conference is English.

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