Annual Meeting Participants

European Economic Forum

FAQ

What is the European Economic Forum?

The European Economic Forum by Lucerne Dialogue is a European business conference for current and future leaders. Every year in November, 700 Europeans from business, politics, academia and civil society come together at the European business conference to discuss current issues and solutions for the future.

What can I expect at the European Economic Forum?

To return to everyday life strengthened and inspired with new ideas, the EEF offers modern dialogue formats and a variety of activities, including keynote speeches, interactive sessions and workshops, and various networking opportunities. It provides the space for enriching encounters and exchanges between leaders from different nations, disciplines and generations.

When and where does the next European Economic Forum take place?

The next European Economic Forum takes place on 26 and 27 November 2025 at the KKL Lucerne.

The European Economic Forum will then take place as following:
25 & 26 November 2026
24 & 25 November 2027

When will the programme be published?

The programme will be published in August.

Who attends the European Economic Forum?

The European Economic Forum by Lucerne Dialogue is open to all current and future leaders from all over Europe who want to discover new ideas, grow personally and strengthen their organisation. The participants are mainly business leaders, but also from politics, science and society. More than half are under the age of 45 and around a third are women.

Can I become a partner or sponsor?

Yes, we are always looking for new, interesting partnerships and co-operations. Check our partner page for more information and contact us via hello(at)lucerne-dialogue.ch.

Who can I contact if I have any questions?

Send us an email to hello(at)lucerne-dialogue.ch.

How can I register?

Please find all ticket options and registration here.

How much does a ticket cost?

A conference ticket costs CHF 890. Further ticket options and promotions can be found here.

When and how will I receive my e-ticket?

You will receive the e-ticket by e-mail approximately one week before the event together with the list of participants and the latest information.

I cannot attend. Can I return the ticket?

The withdrawal and cancellation conditions apply in accordance with the GTCs, point 4.

Is there a list of participants?

You will receive the list of all participants by email around one week before the EEF together with the latest information. You can also view the current list at any time on site via the QR code on the back of your participant badge.

What is the dress code at the European Economic Forum?

We recommend business casual dress code for participation in the European Economic Forum.

Are there cloakrooms available?

Yes, you are welcome to leave your jacket/coat and any luggage with us. The cloakrooms are located on the lower floor of the KKL.

What catering will be provided during the event?

On Wednesday, there will be a lavish networking aperitif. On Thursday, after a welcome coffee, you will enjoy refreshments during the breaks, a standing lunch and a farewell aperitif at the end of the day.

Is there a live stream of the keynotes?

We invite you to come to Lucerne and enjoy the programme and networking on site. After the event, we will make some recordings of the keynotes available on our YouTube channel.

How can I reach the event hotline?

You can reach us during the two days of the event on +41 41 260 85 34.

Is there a room overview of the KKL?

You can find a map of the KKL here.

The main entrance is on the Europaplatz side.

What travel options do I have?

We recommend travelling by public transport. Lucerne railway station is a 2-minute walk from the entrance to the KKL Lucerne and offers regular connections throughout Switzerland.

If you are travelling by car, you can use the parking facilities in the station car parks 1 and 2 or in the surrounding multi-storey car parks.

Where can I find accommodation?

Our hotel booking platform offers you a selection of 5-, 4- and 3-star hotels in Lucerne. Please note that the platform is only available until 4 November 2025.