Tech That Touches 2026

Where technology meets human experience

Which innovations genuinely make events better today?

On 9 December 2026, Tech That Touches will bring together event planners, organisers, venues, technology companies and other professionals to explore practical innovations that can make conferences and events smarter, more sustainable, more inclusive and more impactful.

Not technology for technology’s sake. Technology that moves people, events and destinations forward

Date: 9 December 2026
Location: Corda Arena, Hasselt

Technology that connects

Technology is changing how we organise, experience and evaluate events. But the real question is not which technologies exist.

The real question is which technologies make a difference.
How can we create stronger visitor experiences? How can we make events more accessible? How can we increase their impact? And how can innovative solutions help organisers make better decisions?

At Tech That Touches, you will discover how technology can contribute to events that bring people together, inspire them and help them move forward.

What can you expect?

Inspiring insights: Discover how innovators, pioneers and experts see the future of conferences, meetings and events.
Practical applications: Explore technologies that are already being used to make events smarter, more efficient and more relevant.
Innovation marketplace: Discover a carefully curated environment where innovative companies and organisations demonstrate and discuss their solutions.
Meet the sector: Connect with event planners, venues, suppliers, technology partners and other professionals shaping the future of events.

Five themes moving the sector forward

AI and data: From smart insights to personalised experiences.
Human experience and accessibility: Technology that makes events more human, inclusive and accessible.
Smart operations: Innovations that help organisers work more efficiently.
Sustainability and impact: Solutions that help organisers deliver more sustainable events and make their impact visible.
Emerging content and reach: New formats, new channels and new ways to reach and engage audiences.

Why attend?

Because visitors expect more than ever. Because technology is developing faster than ever. Because sustainability, accessibility and experience are no longer optional. And because the most valuable innovations often emerge when people, ideas and technology come together.

Tech That Touches brings those people together.

Together with ECHO 2026

Tech That Touches is organised in close collaboration with ECHO 2026.

While ECHO focuses on trends, challenges and strategic insights for the event sector, Tech That Touches shows how innovative solutions are already responding to them today.

Together, the two initiatives create an inspiring day for everyone who organises, facilitates or supports events.
Duo Congress tickets are also available, with your ECHO ticket providing access to Tech That Touches.
Looking for the full programme, tickets and practical information?

Discover everything on the official ECHO 2026 website.

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