{"id":14578,"date":"2026-05-19T16:17:40","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T14:17:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.estiv.org\/?page_id=14578"},"modified":"2026-06-12T15:55:31","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T13:55:31","slug":"social-programme-2026","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.estiv.org\/congress2026\/social-programme-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Social Programme"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Welcome Reception and Poster Session<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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DATE:        Monday, June 29th, 2026
TIME:        19:00-20:30
VENUE:    Expofoyer – MECC Maastricht

On the first evening of the congress, all participants are kindly invited to the Welcome Reception that will take place after the scientific program on the first day of the congress. The Welcome Reception and the Poster Session will take place in the Expo Foyer. This is the perfect opportunity to connect with colleagues and business partners and get a first look at the posters.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Attendance is free of charge for all fully registered congress participants and exhibitors.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Congress Dinner & Social Evening*<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

DATE:        Wednesday, July 1st, 2026
TIME:        19:30-01:00
VENUE:    Rebelle<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Experience an unforgettable congress dinner at Rebelle Maastricht!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Step into the grandeur of the 17th-century Augustijnenkerk, a stunning national monument in the heart of Maastricht. With its soaring ceilings, breathtaking windows and a seamless blend of historic charm and contemporary design, Rebelle offers a truly one-of-a-kind setting for your congress dinner. Let yourself be captivated by the unique atmosphere of this monumental venue while enjoying an exceptional culinary experience. An evening you and your fellow delegates won’t soon forget!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TRANSPORT<\/span>
<\/strong>The venue is located in the center of Maastricht, making it easily accessible for all delegates staying in the city center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, for the congress, shuttle buses will be arranged as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At 19:30, three buses will depart from MECC to Rebelle. At the end of the evening, return transport will be available from Rebelle to NH, Van der Valk and Novotel hotels at 22:30, 00:00 and 01:00, with one bus operating at each of these times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLOTHING<\/span>
<\/strong>There is no dresscode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

DINNER PARTY<\/span>
<\/strong>All delegates who have registered for the Congress Dinner are also invited to attend the party afterwards.
Drinks during the dinner are included in the ticket price. Once the party starts after dinner, drinks will be at the delegates\u2019 own expense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

*Entrance to the congress dinner will only be permitted for delegates and spouses with a valid ticket. Tickets (\u20ac 100) can be booked upfront.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n