While Amsterdam often steals the spotlight, 2026 is shaping up to be a huge year for Utrecht, one of the Netherlands' oldest and most respected university cities. The confirmed schedule features deep-dive academic symposiums that move away from generic "mega-conferences" toward specialized, high-impact gatherings.
Here are the top 4 confirmed international conferences in the Netherlands for 2026.
This is a prestigious event for scholars in literature, culture, and environmental studies. The 11th Biennial Conference of the European Association for the Study of Literature, Culture, and Environment (EASLCE) will be hosted by Utrecht University.
When: April 14–17, 2026
Where: Utrecht, Netherlands (Utrecht University)
Theme: "Nonhuman Resistance and Multispecies (In)Justice."
Why Submit: It is a rare opportunity to present at a specialized humanities conference in a country defined by its relationship with water and land.
Keynote Speakers: Includes noted scholars like Prof. Greg Garrard and Dr. Eva Meijer.
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Also taking place in Utrecht, this conference focuses on the intersection of ethics, citizenship, and the climate crisis. It is hosted by the University of Humanistic Studies.
When: May 20–22, 2026
Where: Utrecht, Netherlands
Theme: "Perspectives on Flourishing in the Anthropocene."
Call for Papers: The abstract submission deadline is December 19, 2025.
Focus: Moral education, decoloniality, and climate justice in pedagogy.
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For a broader scope, the 19th International Conference on Humanities, Psychology and Social Sciences (HPSCONF) in Amsterdam offers a global platform for researchers across multiple disciplines.
When: June 19–21, 2026
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Focus: A wide range of tracks including Sociology, Anthropology, and Cognitive Psychology.
Deadlines: The abstract submission deadline is May 29, 2026.
Why Attend: It provides excellent networking opportunities for early-career researchers and established academics alike.
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Co-located in Amsterdam, the 19th International Conference on Modern Research in Management, Economics and Accounting (MEACONF) is ideal for business scholars.
When: June 19–21, 2026
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Focus: Management trends, macroeconomics, and accounting standards.
Publication: Full papers have opportunities for publication in Scopus-indexed journals.
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