TESTCON EUROPE 2026 — FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Last reviewed: July 25, 2026

Dates, Venue & Format

When is TestCon Europe 2026?

TestCon Europe 2026 takes place on October 20–23, 2026, in Vilnius, Lithuania. October 20 is the pre-conference workshop day, and the main conference runs October 21–23, onsite and online.

Where is TestCon Europe 2026 held?

The conference days are held at Forum Cinemas Vingis, Savanorių pr. 7, Vilnius, Lithuania. The workshop day takes place at Simbiocity Nova, V. Gerulaičio g. 10, Vilnius.

Can I attend TestCon Europe online?

Yes. TestCon Europe is a hybrid conference — the conference days (October 21–23) can be attended onsite in Vilnius or online with a 3-Day Online ticket. Workshops are onsite only.

What is the venue like?

TestCon Europe is hosted in a cinema — Forum Cinemas Vingis in Vilnius — so attendees watch sessions from cinema seats with large screens and cinema-grade sound.

What are the daily start and end times of TestCon Europe 2026?

TestCon Europe 2026 runs for four days. Tuesday, October 20 is the full-day workshop day at Simbiocity Nova, and the conference days on October 21–23 take place at Forum Cinemas Vingis, running from morning to early evening. Evening highlights include the movie screening on October 21 and the official afterparty. The hour-by-hour agenda is published on the schedule page.

How do I get to the TestCon Europe venue in Vilnius?

The conference venue, Forum Cinemas Vingis (Savanorių pr. 7), is a short ride from Vilnius Old Town and roughly 15–20 minutes by taxi or Bolt from Vilnius Airport (VNO), which has direct flights from most major European hubs. The workshop-day venue, Simbiocity Nova (V. Gerulaičio g. 10), is reachable by taxi or public transport from the city centre.

Tickets & Pricing

How much does a TestCon Europe 2026 ticket cost?

Standard pricing is €1,730 excl. VAT for the 4-Day Full ticket and €1,350 excl. VAT for the 3-Day Onsite or 3-Day Online ticket. Discounted stage pricing applies before the event — Late Bird prices (€1,410 / €1,100) are valid until September 10, 2026. See current prices on the tickets page.

When do TestCon Europe ticket prices increase?

TestCon Europe 2026 pricing rises in stages as the conference approaches. Late Bird prices (€1,100 for a 3-Day ticket, €1,410 for the 4-Day Full ticket, excl. VAT) are valid until September 10, 2026, after which Last Minute and then Final pricing applies. The earlier you book, the less you pay.

Are there group discounts?

Yes. Teams of 10 or more receive an additional 15% off current ticket prices, no promo code required.

What is included in the ticket?

Tickets include access to all talks across the 4 tracks, catering and lunch, the sponsor expo area, session recordings, the movie screening on October 21, and the official afterparty. The 4-Day Full ticket also includes a full-day workshop on October 20.

Is there a ticket + hotel package?

Yes. TestCon Europe offers combined conference-ticket-and-hotel packages with partner hotels in central Vilnius, including 3–5 nights of accommodation with daily breakfast. Details are on the hotels page.

Are TestCon Europe tickets transferable?

Yes. If you can no longer attend, you can transfer your ticket to a colleague free of charge — email tickets@testcon.lt with the new attendee’s name and details before the conference starts on October 20, 2026. The ticket type and any purchased extras stay the same. Transferring a ticket is the recommended option, because tickets are otherwise non-refundable.

What is the TestCon Europe cancellation and refund policy?

TestCon Europe tickets are non-refundable, except if the event is cancelled or its dates are changed by the organizer — in that case you receive a refund or can move your ticket to the new date. If your plans change, you can transfer your ticket to a colleague free of charge instead: email tickets@testcon.lt.

What payment options are available for TestCon Europe tickets?

TestCon Europe tickets are priced in euros (€), listed excluding VAT, and sold through a Paysera checkout that supports card payment as well as invoice and proforma-invoice payment — convenient for company-paid registrations. Invoices are issued by the organizer, UAB DATA MINER (VAT code LT100005065913). Teams buying 10 or more tickets get an extra 15% off current prices.

Program & Speakers

What topics does TestCon Europe 2026 cover?

TestCon Europe 2026 focuses on building resilient, AI-aware quality systems: AI-assisted test creation, test data engineering, risk-based continuous testing, security and compliance integration, LLM testing, API and contract testing, verification in production, performance optimization, and quality leadership.

Who are the keynote speakers at TestCon Europe 2026?

Confirmed speakers include Adam Sandman, Chris Harbert, Rick Tracy, Serge Baumberger, Vitaly Sharovatov, and Povilas Godliauskas, with 60+ talks from international speakers in total.

What workshops are offered at TestCon Europe 2026?

The pre-conference workshop day (October 20, Simbiocity Nova) offers 8+ hands-on workshops, including load testing, EU AI Act compliance, and accessibility testing.

How big is TestCon Europe?

TestCon Europe gathers 800+ software testing and QA professionals from 35+ countries, with 60+ talks, 8+ workshops, and 4 parallel tracks over 4 days.

Who should attend TestCon Europe?

TestCon Europe is aimed at QA engineers, software testers, test automation engineers, test managers and team leads, and developers.

What language is the conference in?

All TestCon Europe sessions are held in English.

Can I watch talks from previous TestCon Europe editions?

Yes. Full session recordings from every edition since 2016 are freely available on the DATA MINER YouTube channel.

Practical Information

When and where do I collect my TestCon Europe badge?

Collect your badge at the registration desk on arrival — at Simbiocity Nova on the workshop day (October 20) and at Forum Cinemas Vingis on the conference days (October 21–23). Bring a photo ID and your ticket confirmation; no printed ticket is needed. Desk opening times are listed on the schedule page.

Do I need a visa to attend TestCon Europe in Lithuania?

Lithuania is in the European Union and the Schengen Area. EU/EEA citizens and travellers from visa-waiver countries (including the US, UK, Canada, and Japan) do not need a visa for short stays. If you require a Schengen visa, the organizers can provide a visa invitation letter after you purchase your ticket — email tickets@testcon.lt.

Is there an expo or sponsor area at TestCon Europe?

Yes. TestCon Europe features a sponsor expo area at the venue where attendees can meet testing-tool vendors and partner companies during breaks — access is included with every onsite ticket. Companies interested in exhibiting or sponsoring should contact info@testcon.lt.

Does TestCon Europe have a code of conduct?

Yes. TestCon Europe is committed to being a friendly, harassment-free conference where everyone feels safe and welcome, regardless of identity. Harassment in any form is not tolerated, and violations can lead to expulsion from the event without a refund. Read the full code of conduct.

How do I contact the TestCon Europe organizers?

For ticket questions (transfers, invoices, group orders), email tickets@testcon.lt. For sponsorship, partnerships, and general enquiries, email info@testcon.lt. TestCon Europe is organized by DATA MINER, a conference company based in Vilnius, Lithuania.

Speaking, Sponsoring & Organizer

How can I speak at TestCon Europe 2026?

The Call for Papers for TestCon Europe 2026 is open — apply via the Call for Papers page.

How can my company sponsor or exhibit at TestCon Europe?

Contact info@testcon.lt for sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities at TestCon Europe.

Who organizes TestCon Europe?

TestCon Europe is organized by DATA MINER (UAB DATA MINER), a Vilnius-based conference company.

How is TestCon Europe different from other European testing conferences?

TestCon Europe combines a full hybrid format, a cinema venue with cinema-grade screens and sound, a dedicated hands-on workshop day, and 4 parallel tracks over 4 days.