CEPIC 2026 will be held in Valencia, Spain
from Wednesday 06 May to Friday 08 May 2026

Introduction to CEPIC 2026

CEPIC 2026 promises to bring more opportunities for collaboration, learning, and connection than ever before. Set against the vibrant Mediterranean backdrop of Valencia, Spain, it’s the perfect opportunity to meet visual media professionals from around the world, exchange ideas, build partnerships, and do some great business, all in one inspiring location.


We’re shaping the programme for CEPIC 2026! If you’d like to speak, sponsor, or propose a panel topic, get in touch at cepic2026@cepic.org

When and where

Join us from Wednesday 06 May to Friday 08 May, at the Hotel Meliá in Valencia. End the event on a high note with our much-anticipated annual industry party on Friday evening, a fantastic opportunity to relax and celebrate.

On the agenda

As well as a full schedule of speaking events and discussions, each day will begin with quick-fire ‘speed dating’ meetings...that's right, speed dating is back, to help you go home with more business contacts and leads than ever before.

CEPIC 2026 at a glance

The theme of CEPIC 2026 is “AI Challenge as an Opportunity”. We will explore how innovation, regulation, and collaboration can shape a sustainable future for the visual media industry.

This year’s event will feature:

Thought-Provoking Panels & Workshops on Ethical AI and the Responsibilities of Creators and Developers, AI and Neighbouring Rights, Legal Panels, Growth Strategies, Selling Your Company  and Cyber Security

Speed Dating sessions are back for a second year. Make quick introductions and better networking outside of formal meetings.

Table Area with up to 50 Tables available, forming the core of CEPIC 2026’s business activity

Industry party to celebrate and connect in a glamorous new venue in the heart of historic Valencia.

Sponsors of CEPIC 2025

Supported by Industry Leaders

Global players from across the visual media industry, are among our sponsors and partners.

CEPIC 2026

CEPIC 2026 Tickets Are Now on Sale

Tickets are now on sale for CEPIC 2026, taking place from 6–8 May 2026 in Valencia, Spain. The three-day event will explore AI: Challenge as Opportunity through 15+ conferences and workshops, alongside CEPIC’s established networking formats.
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CEPIC 2026 Ticket Sales Update

Ticket sales for CEPIC 2026 in Valencia will now open on 19 January, with access links sent directly to all CEPIC 2025 attendees. Find out what to expect from three days of networking, debate, and collaboration under the theme “AI Challenge as an Opportunity.”
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CEPIC 2026 Theme: AI: Challenge as an Opportunity

CEPIC 2026 will explore how artificial intelligence is already reshaping the visual media licensing industry, while addressing the legal, ethical, and commercial challenges it brings. Through 15+ conferences and workshops in Valencia, the programme examines AI as both a challenge and an opportunity for the future of the industry.
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Lounge Spaces at CEPIC 2026

The CEPIC Lounge Spaces sit at the heart of the venue, offering a relaxed environment for informal meetings, ongoing conversations, and spontaneous networking throughout the three-day event. Lounge sponsorship provides high-visibility brand presence in one of the most active areas of CEPIC 2026.
CEPIC 2026

CEPIC 2026 Website Updated: Programme Now Live & Call for Speakers and Sponsors

The CEPIC 2026 website has been updated with an early preview of the conference programme, outlining three days of discussions, workshops, networking, and social events in Valencia under the theme AI Challenge as an Opportunity. We are now inviting speakers and sponsors to get involved and help shape CEPIC 2026.
CEPIC 2026

Speed Dating Returns for CEPIC 2026!

After a hugely successful debut at CEPIC 2025, our lively Speed Dating sessions are returning for a second year! This fast-paced morning event proved a brilliant way to make new connections, and we can’t wait to bring the energy back for CEPIC 2026.
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Stay at the Meliá Valencia for CEPIC 2026

Get ready for CEPIC 2026 in style at the beautiful Meliá Valencia, the tallest building in the city and our official event hotel. Delegates can enjoy exclusive discounted rates, available only through our special booking link, so be sure to secure your room early!
CEPIC 2026

CEPIC 2026: AI Challenge as an Opportunity – Coming to Valencia, Spain!

CEPIC 2026 is heading to Valencia, Spain, 6–8 May 2026, with the theme “AI Challenge as an Opportunity.” After three successful years in Juan-les-Pins, this vibrant Mediterranean city will host three days of networking, innovation, and industry insights.

Meet the Speakers of CEPIC 2026

Discover the industry-leading speakers who will be sharing their expertise and vision on the future of visual media licensing, AI, copyright, and more at CEPIC 2026. Our full lineup will be announced soon.

If you’re interested in speaking at the event or sponsoring a session, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact us at cepic2026@cepic.org.

Paul Seheult

PICSEL

Meet the industry

CEPIC 2026 is your chance to meet up to 400 senior leaders from across the visual media industry, from press picture agencies and heritage collections to commercial video production and more. Representatives of trade associations and service suppliers will be there too. You’ll receive a full list of participants after registration and payment, so you can start arranging meetings.

FAQs

If you have questions, be sure to check out our FAQs below, they might have the answers you're looking for! If not, feel free to reach out to us directly at cepic2026@cepic.org

Why should I attend CEPIC 2026?

CEPIC is the leading international event for the visual media licensing industry, bringing together agencies, distributors, photographers, footage suppliers, legal experts, technology providers, and creative professionals from 30+ countries.

Over three days, you’ll enjoy nonstop networking, insightful panels and workshops, and countless opportunities to connect, collaborate, and grow your business. Whether you’re looking to make new contacts, discover the latest innovations, or deepen existing partnerships, CEPIC 2026 is where the global visual media community meets.

How does CEPIC 2026 work?

CEPIC is all about networking and opportunity. Once you’ve registered, you’ll receive access to the Participants List, allowing you to arrange meetings in advance and make the most of your time at the event.

Many delegates choose to book a dedicated table (available for an additional fee) to hold their meetings in comfort and gain greater visibility throughout the conference. Plus, our popular Speed Dating sessions, which debuted in 2025 with over 60 participants, will return in Valencia, offering an energetic and fun way to meet new contacts each morning.

Why is CEPIC 2026 heading to Valencia?

After three fantastic years in Juan-les-Pins, our delegates told us it was time for a new destination, and Valencia, Spain, was the clear favourite. Voted one of Europe’s most liveable cities, Valencia offers sunshine, culture, and outstanding hospitality, along with easy international access via its airport and high-speed rail links.

Our new venue, the Meliá Valencia, is the tallest building in the city and perfectly equipped to host our growing community with state-of-the-art facilities and vibrant surroundings. Expect the same warm CEPIC atmosphere, now in one of Spain’s most dynamic and inspiring cities.

Venue: Meliá Valencia
Address: Avenida Cortes Valencianas 52, Valencia, Spain

Still have questions?

Feel free to contact us through our contact page.