ESC Congress always delivers exciting updates in clinical practice, innovations and the latest ESC Guidelines. But ESC Congress is not just about the science. It's an entire experience! Discover just some of the activities awaiting you that will make your ESC Congress as memorable as it will be educational.
Find your people!
Network at the London Social
Get a taste of jolly olde England at this pub-night networking event on Saturday, 31 August, 18:00 to 20:00 at The Fox ExCeL. The Fox is located conveniently at the main entrance of the congress centre (west entrance). Space is limited so book your ticket now. Get the details and book your ticket.
Your Personal CV Health Check
Pull into the CV Health Check Pitstop. The ESC is offering a free cardiovascular health check for congress attendees in London to raise awareness about the ease and efficacy of screening for cardiovascular disease.
This quick and easy test will not only give you a status on your own CV health, but help you learn more about the value of screening and what you can do to help implement this in your country. Share your experience using #CVHealthForAll. Find out more.
Connect with the Global Community
It’s a sight to behold when you enter the Global Community area! More than 50 National Cardiac Societies from around the world will be there to welcome you to their stands, share their perspectives and add a unique international flavour to your congress experience in London.
Be sure to attend the Joint sessions and Daily Highlights taking place on the Global Stage to find out about the day's hot topics, from the viewpoint of your National Cardiac Society. This is ESC science from a local perspective.
Supporting YOU! ESC Exchange Area
The ESC Exchange Area is all about YOU.
Come explore all the opportunities the ESC provides and learn how you can play a pivotal role in its success!
While you’re in the ESC Exchange Area, find out how ESC Membership offers you access to a vibrant global community full of networking and valuable knowledge-sharing opportunities. Ask about membership and sign up or renew while you're there to enjoy all the benefits. Find out more.
Keeping you up to date
Check out our 'Trusted Knowledge, Effectively Delivered' area to discover the educational opportunities and knowledge sources keeping you updated year-round with the latest evidence-based and independent science. Explore our journals and publications and celebrate the 30 year anniversary of ESC Guidelines at the ESC Publications stand.
How you can use ESC data
The High-Quality Research and Data Area will show you eye-opening data for your country and subspecialty, and the progress ESC is making to raise the profile of cardiovascular disease as the world’s biggest killer. Find out about the many ways you can directly contribute and support #CVHealthForAll.
Get the patient perspective
Meet ESC Patient Forum members, who not only feature throughout the Scientific Programme, but contribute to a wealth of ESC activities, including ESC Guidelines. Come and have a chat at the Patient Central.
Under 40?
The ESC Board Committee for Young Cardiovascular Professionals has lined up many on-site activities tailored to your career stage.
Stop by to meet them at the Young Corner, in the ESC Exchange area, the and find out how you can become more active in the ESC. Learn about the new ESC Mentoring programme that could change the course of your career.
Discover activities designed for the ESC Young Community.
Let us entertain you at the ESC TV Stage!
Take a break at the ESC TV Stage where you won’t even realise you’re learning – and not just because there’s popcorn!
Compete with colleagues in daily quizzes, hear the experts discuss big issues in cardiology today, get tips from our cardiology toolbox and take part in the ‘Kart’iology tournament.
Relax and recharge in the Lounges
ESC Professional Members and Fellow of the ESC get free access to the ESC Professional Members Lounge and additional activities.
If you are a Fellow of the ESC you get also an exclusive access to the FESC Lounge as well and more. You will find plenty of space in the lounges to work, network, take some time out to relax, and enjoy free tea and coffee.
Innovations from our industry partners
The Exhibition is open from Friday, 30 August to Sunday, 1 September, 10:00–17:00 and on Monday, 2 September, 10:00–16:00.
Visit the space dedicated to Digital Health and meet with leading innovators in modern healthcare. The Digital Health Stage is the scene for scientific sessions related to digital transformation and its implications for daily practice today and in the near future.
Other activities not to miss!
Book your Spot for CPR workshops
The free cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) workshops are organised by the European Resuscitation Council.
Reserve your seat in advance online or at the congress centre in Exhibition Area South.
- Friday, 30 August
- Basic Life Saving: 13:45–15:15
- Advanced Life Saving: 15:30–17:15
- Saturday, 31 August and Sunday, 1 September
- Basic Life Saving: 08:30–10:00 or 14:00–15:30
- Advanced Life Saving: 11:00–12:30 or 16:15–17:45
- Monday, 2 September
- Basic Life Saving: 08:30–10:00
- Advanced Life Saving: 11:00–12:30
RISE @ESC Congress
Come one day early for this professional development conference designed to empower women in their leadership journeys. RISE @ ESC Congress is a collaboration with Women as One. Find out more and sign up – limited seating is available.
Your ESC community at ESC Congress
There are a host of events offered throughout the congress from the ESC’s Associations, Working Groups and Councils, as well as the Young Community, so whatever your area of interest or career stage, there’s plenty to choose from!
Share your experience
Like. Share. Interact! Be part of the conversation on social media and don’t forget to add the #ESCCongress tag. Our social media teams of cardiovascular professionals will be covering Hot Lines, ESC Guidelines, and everything in between.
For practical information, we highly recommend you read the attendance guide web page.
Our mission: To reduce the burden of cardiovascular disease.