EACTS 2026, the 40th Annual Meeting of European Association for Cardio Thoracic Surgery, will take place from 7 October 2026 to 10 October 2026 in Barcelona, Spain. It connects specialists, practitioners and industry leaders, and has grown into a key date on the sector's calendar. As an annual event, it gives the community a regular moment to come together. Proceedings are hosted at International Barcelona Convention Center, a fitting stage for an event of this scale.

Few cities suit an event like this as well as Barcelona. As a destination, Barcelona combines accessibility, hospitality and a character all its own. Travel logistics are kind to visitors: Barcelona is easy to reach by air and easy to get around once you arrive. When it comes to where to stay, Barcelona offers everything from convenient venue-side hotels to boutique options in the heart of the city. Once the day wraps up, Barcelona has no shortage of restaurants, sights and things to do. As one of Spain's key destinations, Barcelona regularly hosts events that draw an international crowd.

The content explores Cardio Thoracic Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgical, Surgery and Health Care, mapping where the industry is today and where it is heading next. Highlights include keynote presentations, hands-on workshops and live demonstrations. Networking lounges and evening socials keep conversations going beyond the sessions.

Attendees leave with fresh ideas, new contacts and a clearer view of where the industry is heading. EACTS 2026 is well suited to researchers, operators and enthusiasts looking to stay close to the field and its latest developments.

Full programme details, exhibitor lists and registration information are typically published in the run-up to the event on the official website.

Working out the logistics? Our Spain guide covers how to reach the venues and what to know before you go.