JOIN THE INNOVATION PLAYGROUND
SHOWCASE
YOUR DEMO
Do you have a cutting-edge urban solution that could transform the way we live, work, and interact within our cities?
The call is now closed. Thank you to everyone who submitted an application. See you at Smart City Expo 2026!
The Demo Area is a reference point for emerging companies in urban development from around the globe. It brings together a curated selection of interactive displays, immersive simulations, and revolutionary tools that allow visitors to experience firsthand the true potential of technology as it moves beyond science fiction and converges into real urban solutions.
It is part of a comprehensive program and space designed to bring together the entire innovation ecosystem under one roof.
WHY SHOULD YOU GET INVOLVED?
3 REASONS TO SHOWCASE YOUR DEMO HERE
Display your product to an audience of 27,000+ professional attendees from 138 countries
Engage in knowledge exchange with other innovative projects and gain valuable insights
Position yourself among the most pioneering urban players and capture investor attention
WANT TO BE PART OF IT?
Feature your demo in SCEWC26
It’s as simple as this
SELECTION CRITERIA
01_The solution must be related to one of the event topics.
02_The solution must be self-standing.
03_The solution must be a prototype or a pilot and not already in the commercial market.
04_ Solutions coming from startups exhibiting in the event will be prioritised.
05_ The product should offer a new or significantly improved solution.
LOGISTICS
Demo solutions must be installed on 1 and 2 November between 08:00 and 20:00. The device must be fully installed by 20:00 on 2 November at the latest.
Only small, hand‑carried items may be removed on 5 November from 17:30 onwards. Any valuable material should be removed as soon as possible. Fira Barcelona does not assume responsibility for materials that are not removed.
On 5 November, vehicles will not be allowed inside the hall. They may access the venue only up to the nearest side door to your exhibition space.
Vehicles will be allowed to enter the hall for disassembly and removal starting on 6 November at 08:00. We recommend removing the demo solution as soon as possible to avoid any interference with the disassembly of surrounding elements.
We recommend that at least one team member accompanies the device throughout the three days of the event (3–5 November), as well as during the installation, disassembly, and removal of your demo solution.
SUBMIT YOUR DEMO
Apply to become one of the companies chosen to showcase their solution at our Demo Area
Deadline extended: 10 July 2026
