Future Builders '26

All you need to know about the event.
Overview
Venue
Food & drinks
WiFi access
Program
Other questions
Workshops
Sustainability
Speaking
Volunteering
Who is uxcon vienna for?

We warmly welcome anyone interested in UX design and UX research. Our program is tailored for UX professionals from various backgrounds and expertise levels, including UX researchers, designers, product owners, and CX professionals.

For details on smaller events like workshops and community meetups, check out the event page for more info on who they’re for.

What's included in a conference pass?

A 2-Day Conference Pass gives you access to all stages and side events, plus one workshop, goodies, drinks, and veggie organic food across all two conference.

It's also your ticket to the pre-conference get-together on September 15th.

Where is Future Builders taking place?

Future Builders is taking place at The Social Hub in Vienna, Austria.

How to get there.

The venue has a beautiful arena shaped auditorium, three additional breakout rooms, and plenty of corners and spaces to have side conversations, meet people, and actually talk.

It's a good room for what we're trying to do.

Who is Future Builders for?

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When is uxcon '26 happening?

Vienna 2026 is happening from September 16th to September 17th, 2026.

How do I get to the venue?
The easiest way to get there is via Praterstern, one of Vienna's main transport hubs.
U1, U2, S-Bahn, trams 2 and O, and bus 80A all stop there.

From Praterstern you can either walk – it's about 550 metres – or jump on tram 5 or O and ride directly to the venue.
What side events are happening, and how do I join?

tba

Any recommendations for where to stay?

If you have any questions regarding your stay, please do not hesitate to reach out: hello@uxcon.io

We're happy to help

How sustainable is getting to uxcon?

Our venue is easily accessible by public transportation. We promote using public transit and clearly mark bicycle parking spaces. In a city like Vienna with such excellent transportation infrastructure, everyone can easily take public transit!

What’s the pronoun field on my name badge for and how can I use it?

We'reincluding the option of adding your pronouns to your name badge, so we canaddress each other correctly and respectfully.

This shows us which pronouns to use when we refer to you.

 

Here are some pronouns you might see:

  • “He/Him” means you’d like to be referred to with “he” and “him.”
  • "She/Her” means you’d like to be referred to with “she” and “her.”
  • “They/Them”means you’d like to be referred to with “they” and “them”.
  • "She/They" means you're comfortable with being referred to using either "she/her or"they/them".
  • "He/They" means you're comfortable with being referred to using either "he/him"or "they/them".
  • “Xe/Xem” meansyou’d like to be referred to with “xe” and “xem”.
  • “Ze/Hir”means you’d like to be referred to with “ze” and “hir”.

 

For more info on pronoun usage, check out this guide.

 

Feel free to add your pronouns to your badge if you’d like!

 

If you’re not sure how someone wishes to be addressed, it’s best to just ask them.

 

By keeping the conversation open, we aim to raise awareness, create connection, berespectful and help contribute to an inclusive space for all.

What can I expect in terms of food and drinks?

You'll enjoy a variety of beverages throughout the day, including coffee, tea, juices, and water.

Snacks (sweet and salty) will be available during coffee breaks, and warm lunches during lunch breaks. In the evening of day one, there will be additional snacks and drinks, including non-alcoholic options, beer, wine, and spritzers.  

The conference food is veggie and organic, and we'll have vegan options too.

Each dish will come with allergen labels.

Are the venues wheelchair accessible?

The venue is wheelchair friendly.

More info about that will come soon.

If you have any specific question, feel free to reach out via hello@uxcon.io

We're happy to support!

Can I just show up and register?

Registration at the event without prior ticket purchase isn't possible.

It's best to buy your ticket a few weeks in advance to ensure participation in workshops and smooth logistics.

Is there a dress code?

There's no dress code; come as you are and as comfortable as you feel.

What’s the Wi-Fi password for the venue?

tbd

I've had my boundaries crossed or need someone to talk to. What should I do?

If you observe uncomfortable situations, discriminatory, boundary-crossing, and/or physical assaults, ask the affected person if they need help and/or get someone from our uxcon vienna team.

We, the uxcon vienna team, can be recognized by our white team shirts.

I have specific dietary needs. What’s on the menu?

Our friends from Gaumenfreundinnen will provide organic, vegetarian catering for the entire conference.

On site, you’ll find clear signs listing all allergens.

If you have any specific questions in advance, just drop us a line at hello@uxcon.io

What do I actually get out of Future Builders?

• A better understanding of how cross-functional teams actually work together.

• Practical skills from hands-on building sessions.

• New ideas on how product teams will collaborate in the future.

• Research-backed insights on where the industry is heading.

• Connections with senior practitioners who are shaping the field.

Will the sessions be recorded?

We’ll be recording all main stage and side stage sessions.

You’ll receive them by email after the conference, once they’re ready.

Can I take photos or videos during the sessions?

Yes – you’re welcome to take photos (and share them!) and also record short video clips. Full-session recordings, however, are not allowed. Don’t worry: we’ll be recording some sessions ourselves, and you’ll find details about those in the program.

Is there a place to store my belongings?

Yes, definitely! More details tba.

How do I apply as a speaker?

We're not looking for speakers at the moment.

If you have a proposal or just want to start a conversation though, feel free to reach out via hi@futurebuilders.io.

Will photos and videos be taken at the event?

Yes. During your participation at uxcon vienna, you might be photographed or recorded (including audio). These recordings may be used across different media (print, online, etc.) and in uxcon vienna publications for public relations and documentation purposes.Please note: there is no financial compensation for this. Providing consent is not legally required, but if you do not wish to be recorded, participation in parts of the event where recordings are made will not be possible.If you have any questions, just come talk to us!

How can I join as a volunteer?

Due to an overwhelming number of applications, we had to close our call for volunteers this year.

We’re excited to open it again and welcome lots of applications next year!

I'm coming with my baby. How can I make our stay smoother?

There are changing stations in the main building restrooms. If you need a quiet space for nursing or have any other needs, please let us know before your arrival, and we'll ensure everything is ready for you.

We're excited to welcome UX newcomers!

Are dogs allowed on-site?

We're dog lovers, but please ensure your dog is well-behaved and considerate of others.

Please don’t forget to bring a muzzle (also mandatory on public transport) and check with those nearby to make sure everyone is comfortable.

I got more questions. Who can I contact?

Feel free to reach out to us at hello@uxcon.io

We're here to help!