Call for Participation for re:publica 26

It's that time of the year again: the Call for Participation for re:publica 26 is now open! 

You have an idea, a project, a research topic, an experiment or an artistic intervention that moves our digital society and should be included in the #rp26 programme? Then you've come to the right place – because your input is what shapes re:publica.

From 18 to 20 May 2026, we will once again transform the STATION Berlin into a place filled with exchanges, encounters, debates, art and surprises. And you can be part of it.

Why participate?

re:publica thrives on your perspectives: on people who have something to say, who question, rethink, research, create or initiate debates. On those who inspire and implement projects, build communities or create art that touches people and invites to partake.

We look forward to your expertise, your voice, your creativity – whether you are a newbie joining us for the first time or have been part of the re:publica community since the early days.

Which formats you can submit

You can submit the following formats for the Conference area:

• (Short) lecture – Presentation on a topic, alone or as a team of two.

• Debate – Dispute or dialogue, with or without moderator.

• Panel discussion – Moderated discussion offering different perspectives.

• Live podcast – Your existing podcast on our stage.

• Meet-up – Open get-together for exchange with the community.

• Speak up! – Interactive formats such as fishbowl or other dialogic approaches.

• Workshop – Practical, participatory sessions.

• Embodiment – Body-based formats such as movement or meditation.

• Special format – Anything that doesn't fit into any other category.

For the Off-Stage Area, you can submit the following formats:

• Installations – Interactive artworks presented in the festival grounds.

• Games – Digital or analogue games.

• Performances & Interventions – Actions that involve the space and audience.

• DIY/Maker Projects – Hands-on formats and projects to try out.

• Special Formats – Anything unusual and surprising.

What is important when submitting an application?

Whether socio-political, artistic, technical, scientific, activist or entirely personal – what matters to us is that your contribution further develops the themes of the digital society.

We are looking for:

• Relevance, actuality & solution-orientation

• Clear stance and perspective

• Diversity and visibility of different voices

• No marketing or sales pitches

The re:publica 26 motto: "Never Gonna Give You Up"

With its motto ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’, re:publica 2026 invites us not to give up (on each other), to take a stand, and to empower one another. Let us shape our future and reclaim the internet by fighting for those spaces that connect us. With courage, hope, fun and a clear message: we stick together! 

You can (but do not have to) incorporate the motto into your CfP submission. We look forward to receiving your insightful contributions, visions, critical perspectives and bold projects.

Please find further inspiration in this year's tracks, or watch the numerous video recordings of past re:publica sessions on our YouTube channel.

Further info

We have compiled everything you need to know about your submission here:

If you have any further questions, please take a look at our FAQ.

Deadline

The Call for Participation for the re:publica Berlin 2026 programme ends on 15 January 2026 (11:59 p.m. CET).

Take part - and help shape re:publica 26! We look forward to your contribution!

By the way: Do you have an idea for the programme that is particularly aimed at young people and/or do you have no previous speaking experience? Then the TINCALL from our friends at TINCON, the conference for digital youth culture, might be something for you! TINCON will take place simultaneously with re:publica Berlin. The deadline for submitting your programme ideas is 31 January 2026 and you can find more information here.