It is now just one year to go until the 2026 European Running Business Conference in Porto on 6-8 November.
The event will be hosted in partnership with Run Porto, with the host race the Porto Marathon taking place alongside the conference. It is also being supported by the Portuguese Athletics Federation.
It will be the fifth edition of the continent’s premier international conference for running, bringing together race organisers, national federations, event suppliers, brands, timing & tech companies, service providers, creative marketers and any delegates or organisations with an interest in the running industry.
Innovation, sustainability, growth
Porto 2026 will see a focus on innovation, sustainability, and growth in the running industry. It is an opportunity for attendees to:
- Be at the forefront of running’s future with new ideas, bold trends, and game-changing strategies.
- Explore cutting-edge technology and sustainable solutions shaping tomorrow’s running events.
- Forge meaningful connections and collaborations with the people driving the industry forward.
- Feel the energy of Porto and the passion of a community that turns vision into action.
The European Running Business Conference (ERBC) was first held in Frankfurt in 2017 and has since been hosted in Prague (2019), Stockholm (2022) and Athens (2024). Next year’s edition will be located in the prestigious Alfândega do Porto Congress Centre in the picturesque Portuguese city.
"More than a conference"
Marko Vasic is Director of Alps & Mediterranean Group SA and is responsible for executing and delivering the European Athletics Running Strategy, including European Running Business Conferences.
Looking ahead, he said: “ERBC 2026 in Porto will be much more than a conference — it will be a meeting point for everyone shaping the future of running. From race organisers to event suppliers, from national federations to passionate runners, this is where new ideas, partnerships, and inspiration will take off.
“As our industry continues to evolve, ERBC 2026 will be the place where vision turns into action and the spirit of running truly comes alive — a space to share ideas, spark collaborations, and celebrate what makes our community unique: passion, progress, and purpose.
“The energy of Porto and the spirit of our community promise an unforgettable edition that will set new standards for the running industry.”