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12 - 16 April 2026
Strasbourg, France

Social and networking events

Connect with your colleagues in relaxed gatherings throughout the event

Network with colleagues

Take advantage of the opportunity to network, learn, and discuss various topics and perspectives with optics and photonics professionals from around the world.

Colleagues network at SPIE Photonics Europe
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12 April 2026 • 15:00 - 16:00 CEST | Galerie De Landsberg (Niveau/Level 1) 
First-time attendees are invited to join this reception for an opportunity to network with other first-timers and learn tips to enrich your conference experience.
13 April 2026 • 10:00 - 17:00 CEST | Palais des Congres, Throughout 
Explore a new way to experience light through the different aspects of light polarization. A collaboration among artists, scientists, researchers, and universities. Stop by and enjoy the expo while onsite.
13 April 2026 • 15:00 - 16:00 CEST | Galerie De Landsberg (Niveau/Level 1) 
All Student Attendees, Student Conference Support Award Winners, and Student Chapter Members are welcome!
13 April 2026 • 18:00 - 20:00 CEST | Parc des Expositions, Exhibition Hall 1 
Open to all registered attendees. Come network and socialize with your colleagues!
14 April 2026 • 10:00 - 17:00 CEST | Palais des Congres, Throughout 
Explore a new way to experience light through the different aspects of light polarization. A collaboration among artists, scientists, researchers, and universities. Stop by and enjoy the expo while onsite.
15 April 2026 • 10:00 - 17:00 CEST | Palais des Congres, Throughout 
Explore a new way to experience light through the different aspects of light polarization. A collaboration among artists, scientists, researchers, and universities. Stop by and enjoy the expo while onsite.
15 April 2026 • 15:00 - 16:00 CEST | Galerie Rhin (Niveau/Level 0) 
Are you in an SPIE Student Chapter and have questions? Are you a student interested in starting a chapter? Come by and chat with SPIE Staff to have your questions answered!