Since 1965, the International Society of City and Regional Planners (ISOCARP) World Planning Congress has brought together the world’s leading city officials, planners, policymakers, and urban innovators to shape the future of cities through practice-driven global exchange.
ISOCARP invites forward-looking cities and institutions to submit an Expression of Interest to host the World Planning Congress in 2028, 2029 or 2030. Hosting the Congress positions your city as a global leader in planning and governance—delivering international visibility, direct influence on global urban agendas, and lasting policy and capability legacy.
Why Host?
Showcase your city as a living laboratory for sustainable, healthy, inclusive, adaptive, and resilient urban development, attract key talent in planning and design from over 90 countries, and embed global expertise directly into local priorities.
Impact that matters
The Congress generates significant economic activity, global media exposure, and long-term international partnerships—while turning your city into a reference point for good planning worldwide.
How to apply
Bidder most complete the online application web form link below no later than 30 April 2026 (23:59 CEST). Extensions to this deadline are not permitted.
Important dates:
Call opens: 1 April 2026 00:00 CEST, online
Call closes: 30 April 2026 23:59 CEST.
Where to from here:
Once submitted our team will review and evaluate incoming bids over coming months and will get in touch with suitable hosts to discuss next steps.
Contact
Further guidance, enquiries regarding this EOI may be addressed to the International Society of Urban and Regional Planners (ISOCARP) congress team via email: congress@isocarp.org
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