Nunc est conveniendum
Programs
Reserved for International PCOs
Wednesday, January 28th 2026
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Arrival in Venice
Welcome at Venice Airport and private water-taxi transfer to The St. Regis Venice.
Upon arrival, guests may:
• store luggage in a dedicated area
• freshen up
• enjoy free time to experience Venice at their own pace
7:30 pm – The Night of Minds
An exclusive opening evening of Association Days Europe
A curated evening at The St. Regis Venice, conceived as the opening moment of Association Days Europe.
This invitation-only dinner brings together Presidents of international scientific and medical societies and selected international PCOs, offering a rare opportunity for high-level networking and peer-to-peer dialogue in an atmosphere of discretion, elegance and shared perspective.
A refined setting designed to encourage meaningful conversation, exchange of views and the natural development of professional relationships — before the formal sessions begin.
Late Evening – Transfer to Padua
Private transfer by water taxi and luxury coach to Hotel Galileo, Padua followed by overnight accommodation.
Thursday, January 29th 2026
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Morning – Padua Insight Walk (optional)
9:30 am – Meeting point at Hotel Galileo lobby
A curated guided walk through Padua’s historic centre, combining cultural heritage with a selection of prestigious and innovative venues suitable for:
• scientific congresses
• institutional meetings
• high-level academic and medical events
The itinerary includes iconic historic locations alongside contemporary spaces connected to medical, scientific and academic excellence.
Advance booking required by 16 January.
12:00 amTransfer to Padova Congress
Padova Congress
12:30 pm – Welcome at Padova Congress
1:00 pm – Networking Lunch
A relaxed opportunity to connect with fellow international PCOs and industry professionals in an informal setting.
Professional Session – One-on-One Meetings
2:00 pm – Opening of the Professional Session
Tailored one-on-one meetings with selected destinations, congress venues and specialised suppliers, scheduled in advance according to individual profiles and interests.
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Pre-scheduled Meetings
3:30 pm – 4:00 pm Networking Coffee Break
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Pre-scheduled Meetings
5:00 pm – Suspension of B2B Meetings
Cultural Experience
6:00 pm – Exclusive Guided Visit to the Scrovegni Chapel
(UNESCO World Heritage Site)
A privileged visit to Giotto’s extraordinary fresco cycle — a masterpiece that transformed the history of Western art — led by an authorised guide.
A rare cultural experience offered in a small group, providing a shared intellectual and cultural reference point for participants.
Limited availability.
Advance booking required by 16 January.
7:30 pm – Get Together in Scene
An evening hosted at Padova Congress, where atmosphere, flavours and conversation come together in a carefully staged setting, designed to encourage informal exchange and thoughtful conversation, bringing together Presidents of international scientific and medical societies and international PCOs in a shared professional context
(Transfers to and from Hotel Galileo provided)
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Friday January 30th 2026
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Professional Session
10:00 am – Resumption of One-on-One Meetings
10:00 am – 11:00 am Pre-scheduled Meetings
11:00 am – 11:30 am Networking Coffee Break
11:30 am – 1:00 pm Pre-scheduled Meetings
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Networking Lunch
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Final Session of One-on-One Meetings
3:30 pm – Closing of the Professional Session
At the conclusion of the Professional Session, PCOs may continue the programme by choosing one of the following options:
Option 1)
Recharge in the Harmony of
Galzignano Resort Terme & Golf
An extension designed for those who wish to conclude Association Days Europe in a more relaxed and private setting, encouraging continuity of dialogue, relationship-building and informal follow-up after the working days.
4:00 pm – Transfer from Padova Congress to Galzignano Resort Terme & Golf
(approximately 20 minutes)
Check-in at the Hotel Majestic, located within the resort
Free time dedicated to relaxation and well-being, with access to the 37°C thermal waters and the SPA
8:00 pm – Food Experience
A convivial gastronomic journey conceived as a moment of informal exchange and relationship-building in an intimate setting
Overnight stay
Saturday 31 January 2026
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Guided visit of Galzignano Resort Terme & Golf and the adjacent Aria Conference Center
Departures
Option 2)
Prosecuzione del programma istituzionale
Continuation of the Institutional Programme
Opportunity to continue the programme within the concluding activities of Association Days Europe, together with Presidents and Delegates of international scientific societies.
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Congress Circulation Network
A session dedicated to dialogue on open-venue congress projects with delegates of international scientific societies, within an informative and non-binding framework.
5:00 pm – Tea Party
An informal networking moment designed to encourage dialogue and interaction with Presidents of scientific societies and participating operators.
5:30 pm – Global Health and Scientific Congresses: New Models, Technologies and Collaboration Frameworks – Seminar
A seminar addressed to Presidents and Delegates of international scientific societies, open to participating PCOs.
The seminar is supported by advanced technologies, including AI-powered simultaneous translation in over 60 languages.
👉 View the full seminar programme
7:30 pm – Congress Grand Gala – Villa Molin
A refined and exclusive evening hosted in a historic Venetian villa, where atmosphere, taste and conversation come together in a shared celebration of international congress culture.
An occasion to conclude the Association Days programme in an elegant setting, fostering informal dialogue among scientific leaders, international PCOs and selected partners.
Private transfers from Padova Congress to Villa Molin and return to the hotel at the end of the evening.
Overnight stay
Saturday 31 January 2026
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Check-out and departures
The Hospitality Conditions and Regulations can be accessed at this link
