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EULAR 2026 | ABOUT EULAR CONGRESS           

Welcome Message from EULAR President

Dear colleagues, friends and esteemed guests,

It’s a great pleasure to invite you to the EULAR 2026 Congress, taking place in London from 3-6 June 2026. Since its inception in 1947, EULAR has been at the forefront of excellence in rheumatology, and our annual Congress remains the cornerstone of that mission.

The EULAR European Congress of Rheumatology brings together the full spectrum of our community - from people living with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs) and healthcare professionals to rheumatologists and industry partners. It’s more than just a scientific meeting; it’s a dynamic platform where cutting-edge research meets real-world application. Through interactive sessions, hands-on workshops, and inspiring discussions, we aim to bridge innovation with daily clinical practice - ultimately improving patient care in Europe and beyond.

Building on the fantastic momentum from EULAR 2025 in Barcelona, we’re excited to bring this energy to London in 2026. This year’s programme will be carefully curated to tackle the most pressing challenges in rheumatology while exploring new frontiers in science, treatment, and collaboration. Whether you're sharing your own work or learning from globally renowned experts, the Congress offers countless opportunities to grow, connect, and contribute to enhancing the future of rheumatology.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone in our vibrant community - including our incredible volunteers and the dedicated EULAR team - for their invaluable work in making this event possible. I look forward to seeing you in London, where together we’ll continue driving progress and shaping a brighter future for all those affected by RMDs.

Warm regards,

Xenofon Baraliakos
EULAR President                                                               

EULAR 2026 KEY DATES

View the detailed timeline below.

    1 October 
2025

Abstract submission opens

Guidelines will be published in September 2025. 

Abstract bursary application opens for presenting authors.

1 November
2025

Registration opens with early registration fees

More information to be announced in October 2025.

  January 
2026

Scientific sessions published online
15 January 
2026 

Abstract submission closes
31 January 
2026 

Abstract bursary application closes
Week of 
16 March
2026

Abstract results announced
Abstract titles published online
26 March
2026

Last day for early registration fees
Week of 
30 March 
2026

Abstract bursary announced
6 - 21
April
2026
Late-breaking abstract submission opens

More information to be published early April 2026. 

Late-breaking abstract submission closes
Week of
4 May 
2026
Late-breaking abstract results announced
3 - 6 
June
2026

Onsite Congress at Excel London
7
June
2026
On-demand platform opens
Certificate of attendance available online for download

CONGRESS 2025 KEY FIGURES

177
Scientific sessions
1516
Posters presentations
384
Oral abstract presentations
13 542
Attendees

CONGRESS HISTORY FIGURES


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  • Top 10 countries in attendance at EULAR 2025
  • EULAR Congress attendance since 2015
  • History of abstract acceptance at the EULAR Congresses since 2015

PREVIOUS CONGRESSES FIGURES

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