Meeting places set the agenda

When Society Expo 2026 takes place in Skellefteå, visitors will have the opportunity to explore various areas of the city where sustainability, innovation, and culture intertwine. Society Expo 2026 is an international platform that brings people and ideas together to create a sustainable future. By highlighting multiple key locations, it offers an experience that appeals to locals, entrepreneurs, researchers, partners, students, and tourists.

SE26 shows how we can make sustainable societal development a part of both everyday life and the future.

Sara Kulturhus och Guldtorget
As a hub for culture and entertainment, Sara Kulturhus and the square become a natural meeting place. Visitors can enjoy performances, exhibitions, and inspiring lectures that spark new thoughts about sustainability and societal development. Family-friendly activities are also offered, while the square promotes inclusion and participation, creating a sense of community and well-being for all.

Campus
The campus area is a lively space for more than just students, researchers, and innovators. It promotes inclusion and participation through open workshops and opportunities for student engagement, creating a dynamic and welcoming environment for all participants.

During SE26, this area becomes a stage for workshops, hackathons, and showcases of signature projects like the Arctic Center of Energy (ACE) and the Skellefteå Universities Alliance (SUA). Visitors can participate in unique activities like the time capsule at ACE – a symbol of future innovations and progress.

Nordanå
Nordanå offers both a historical perspective and a vision for the future of sustainable societal development. Through exhibitions, guided tours, cultural events, and theater performances, visitors can experience the region’s cultural heritage and its role in shaping a sustainable future.

Skellefteå Airport
Skellefteå Airport plays a key role during SE26, serving as a point where global perspectives meet local development. More than just an airport, it becomes a gateway to the world and a driving force for the future of sustainable travel. The airport will showcase innovations and future transportation solutions, such as how Skellefteå is leading the development of electric aviation and next-generation air travel.

Kurjoviken
Kurjoviken becomes a hub for partnerships and B2B activities focused on sustainable local and global impact. Through lectures, workshops, meetups, and exhibitions, Kurjoviken becomes a platform where sustainable industry, innovation, and growth take center stage. It also offers exhibition opportunities for SE26 partners to showcase sustainable solutions and innovations to an engaged audience of decision-makers, entrepreneurs, and investors.

Kurjoviken reflects Skellefteå’s journey from a regional player to a key point in the new industrial era of Sweden and Europe. Here, sustainability and innovation come together to address challenges like gender equality, skills development, and climate neutrality.

"We see the entire Kurjoviken as a place for meetings and opportunities. Our ideas have always stemmed from the needs here in the area, so that development happens together with the people who live and work here," says Ulf Marklund, an entrepreneur for 45 years and one of the driving forces behind Kurjoviken’s development.

"It’s about creating a place that is both pleasant and meaningful for the people here. We want to show what social sustainability can mean in everyday life," says Thomas “Linge” Lindgren, one of the visionaries behind the area.

During SE26, Kurjoviken also becomes a family-friendly destination with activities that promote well-being and social interaction for both locals and tourists. The activity area at Kolkajen and the lakeside artisan workshops will inspire future solutions.

Satellitprojekt – innovation på nya platser
As part of Society Expo, various satellite projects will also be highlighted, such as the Droneport at Hammarängen and the art park Wasteland at the Scharins area. These showcase innovative testbeds where entrepreneurs and researchers can be inspired by future technologies and solutions. These sites act as dynamic labs where ideas are tested and developed.

Society Expo 2026 is not just an exhibition – it’s a platform for meetings, learning, and development. By spreading the event across multiple key locations in Skellefteå, a vibrant, inspiring, and inclusive experience is created for all target groups.

How can sustainability and innovation change your everyday life? Come and discover a place where the solutions of the future are being shaped today. Welcome to SE26!