Where and when does the PublicSpaces Conference take place?
Thursday, June 4 – Pre-Conference Program (various locations in Amsterdam):
- Waag Workshop: Modal Foundation
10:00–12:00 | Waag Futurelab, Nieuwmarkt 4, Amsterdam - Open Social Web: Many Protocols, One Goal (in collaboration with New_ Public)
13:00–17:00 | AMS Institute, Marineterrein Amsterdam, Kattenburgerstraat 5 - Waag Open: Op dezelfde golflengte
19:30–22:00 | Waag Futurelab, Nieuwmarkt 4, Amsterdam - People vs AI: The Mockathon – Presentation
19:00–22:00 | Pakhuis de Zwijger
Friday, June 5 – Conference Program at Pakhuis de Zwijger:
Address: Piet Heinkade 179, 1019 HC Amsterdam
- Day Program: 10:00–18:00
- Evening Program (Open Social Awards): 20:00–22:00 (free entry)
Saturday, June 6 – Hyperlink Program:
- 12:00–18:00 | Waag Futurelab, Nieuwmarkt 4, 1012 CR Amsterdam
How much do the tickets cost?
- Pre-Conference (June 4): Free, but some sessions require registration. More info here.
- Day Program (June 5): €150 (incl. VAT)
- Evening Program (Open Social Awards): Free entry
- Hyperlink Program (June 6): €19.50 (incl. VAT)
- Passe-partout (June 5–6): €185 (incl. VAT, includes dinner on June 5 worth €22.50)
- Dinner (June 5): Available separately for €22.50 via the ticket shop.
How do I get to Pakhuis de Zwijger?
Check this page for transport options.
How do I get to Waag Futurelab?
- By train: 10-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station.
- By metro: 1-minute walk from Nieuwmarkt station.
- By car: Parking available at Q-Park Waterloopplein.
Where can I stay overnight?
Hotels near Pakhuis de Zwijger and Waag Futurelab:
- The Hoxton, Lloyd (walking distance)
- Ibis Styles Amsterdam Central (11 minutes by tram to Pakhuis de Zwijger, budget-friendly)
- Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre
Are there lunch or dinner options?
- June 5: A vegetarian lunch is included with the day program ticket. Dinner can be purchased separately via the ticket shop.
- June 4 & 6: No lunch or dinner provided.
Is there a program schedule?
Yes, you can find it here.
My question isn’t listed here.
No problem! Email your question to info@publicspaces.net.