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.

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" The Event will feature:

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

Workshops TBC

Discussions on AI’s impact on RM and a new era for offline, what’s next for collective licensing and new innovations in infringements that protect existing licences.

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

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. Click below to view all of this year's Speakers.

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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?

It is the only event in the visual media licensing industry that offers three days of nonstop networking with visual media professionals from 30+ countries.

The place to attend conferences, roundtables and workshops focusing on the latest developments in the visual media licensing industry.

This is the place to meet agencies’ CEOs and sales representatives, as well as footage suppliers, industry service providers, technology specialists, legal professionals, and the creative minds that innovate the visual media licensing industry, all in one place.

How does CEPIC 2026 work?

CEPIC is all about networking. So to make the most of your participation, you should arrange as many meetings as possible before CEPIC 2026 starts.

After registration and payment, CEPIC will grant you access to the Participants List so that you are able to contact all registered attendees and arrange your meetings.

For higher visibility and comfort for your meeting, you can add a Table to your registration as a delegate for a separate fee.

Why is CEPIC 2026 heading to Valencia?

It is a blessed area in Europe, sunny, full of culture, good food, and gorgeous landscapes, and importantly it has an international airport. The Nice airport is the second largest airport in France (after Paris). Juan les Pins, en route to Cannes is easily accessible from the Nice airport, by train, bus or taxi. Delegates may easily combine business with pleasure, adding a few days on for the Riviera, Provence, the Alps, Corsica, Monaco and Italy. Finally the Palais des Congrès of Juan-les-Pins is pefectly fit for the purpose of the CEPIC 2025.

Venue: ANTIPOLIS – Palais des Congrès d’Antibes
Address: 60 Chem. des Sables, 06160 Antibes, France

To visit the ANTIPOLIS Summit Center – click here

Still have questions?

Feel free to contact us through our contact page.