For anyone tracking the industry, WCP 2026, the 26th World Congress of Psychiatry, is one to watch — it unfolds in Stockholm, Sweden from 23 September 2026 to 26 September 2026. Year after year it draws the people shaping the field, turning a packed schedule into a genuine exchange of ideas. Running every year, it has settled into a rhythm the sector plans its year around. Kenes Group organises the event, ensuring a polished experience from registration to closing day. The action unfolds at Stockholmsmassan, easy to reach and built for events like this.

Part of what makes WCP 2026 worth the trip is Stockholm itself — a city that knows how to put on an event and give visitors something to remember. Arriving is half the worry with most events; not here — Stockholm's connections mean you can be at the venue soon after you land. Lodging is easy to sort in Stockholm, with everything from conference hotels to smaller stays with local flavour. Use the trip as a springboard: Stockholm sits within easy reach of much of what Sweden has to offer.

From fundamentals to the cutting edge, Psychiatry, Mental Health, Mental Health Support, Behavioral Disorder, Mental Disorder and Health Care run through every part of the programme. Between the sessions, informal meetups and hallway chats often prove just as valuable as the main stage. From organised meetups to spontaneous conversations, the room is built for making connections.

It is the kind of event where a single conversation can reshape a project. WCP 2026 is well suited to anyone looking to stay ahead in a fast-moving field looking to stay close to the field and its latest developments.

As with most major events of this kind, registering in advance and planning your schedule ahead of time is recommended.

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