Our biggest event of the year is coming up – and you are warmly invited! On 3 June 2026, the CityLAB Sommerkonferenz will open its doors at the Umweltforum Berlin. From 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, an inspiring, full-day program awaits you, focusing on digital innovation, administrative transformation, and the question of how we can shape the administration of tomorrow together.
Sommerkonferenz 2026 – Your Programme, Your Hashtags, Your Sommerkonferenz
The Sommerkonferenz programme is a true explosion of topics and many of them come directly from our community!
#ArtificialIntelligence – Björn Niehaves debunks common AI myths. Plus: panels, workshops and a mobile escape room that brings AI to life.
#PublicAdministrationModernisation – Matthias Hundt, newly appointed State Secretary for Digitalisation and Administrative Modernisation / Chief Digital Officer (CDO), shares insights from his first months in office; Merici Vinton brings an international perspective.
#Participation, UrbanDevelopment & Community – Gabriel Yoran delivers a keynote on creating real impact in urban spaces. The Kiezlabor invites you to an interactive methods trail.
#OpenSource & OpenData – Open geodata, pilot projects around Berlin’s urban data platform and a CityLAB-style pub quiz.
#ServiceDesign – Birgit Mager explores what public administration and design have in common. Workshops, UX testing and waffles included.
#Networking – Pecha-Kucha, speed dating for administrative innovation, meetups and more.
At a glance:
- Date: 03.06.2026
- Location: Umweltforum, Pufendorfstraße 11, 10249 Berlin
- Time: 9:00 am – 08:00 pm
- Getting There: Subway: U5 to Strausberger Platz, 7-minute walk Tram: M5/M6/M8 to Platz der Vereinten Nationen, 6-minute walk Bus: 142 to Friedrichsberger Straße, 4-minute walk
Please note: Film and audio recordings as well as photographs will be taken during the event. By attending, you consent to their use, including at a later date.
Photo: © Florian Reimann
Media Partners: Diverse Content, Strong Coverage
With such a packed programme and inspiring speakers, we are delighted to have experienced media partners by our side.
Thanks to AlexTV Berlin, this year will see the first-ever livestream of our main stage programme! As a non-commercial broadcaster and creative platform for Berlin, our content is a perfect fit for their diverse schedule. Stay tuned to our channels for details on how and where to watch.
We are also pleased to announce Behörden Spiegel as a media partner for our Sommerkonferenz. We look forward to more in-depth coverage, including in the Digitaler Staat newsletter.
We are equally delighted to welcome eGovernment back as a trusted media partner this year!
Oliver Voß, Head of Background Digitalisation & AI, Cybersecurity and Smart City at Tagesspiegel Background, will also appear on the Summer Conference stage. Stay up to date with the Smart City Email Briefing.
Always a good move: Travel by train to your event
Participants of the CityLAB Sommerkonferenz can take advantage of exclusive DB event tickets for long-distance travel throughout Germany (ICE, IC/EC).
Your advantages:
- Up to 10% price advantage compared to regular saver and flexible fares
- Additional discount with BahnCard 25/50
- Climate-friendly and comfortable travel on DB long-distance services
- Use your time efficiently to work or relax while travelling
Book online now, discover all DB event offers for your preferred route and secure your discounted ticket.
Zu den FAQ: https://www.bahn.de/bahnbusiness/faq/gk/angebot/eventangebote/reisende
