Opening Ceremony at Jardínes de Cecilio Rodríguez
Tuesday 12th at 19:30

The Opening Ceremony will take place at Cecilio Rodríguez Gardens which is a beautiful area situated in the Retiro Park. The venue was designed for conventions, gala dinners or official ceremonies. It belongs to Madrid City Council and is manage by the Madrid Convention Bureau. Following the Opening Ceremony, delegates will enjoy a cocktail in this great scenery.

Address: Paseo Uruguay, 5, 28009 Madrid

How to arrive: Metro stops Ibiza (Line 9), Menéndez Pelayo (Line 1), Sainz de Baranda (Line 6 and 9), Conde Casal (Line 6) 15mins walking or Retiro (Line 2).

Depending on the metro station you stop at you will have to walk between 10 minutes and 15 minutes to the venue.

Dress Code: Smart Casual.

Closing Gala Dinner at Melia Castilla Hotel
Friday 15th at 20:30

The Closing Banquet-Gala Dinner will take place at Melia Castilla Hotel in Salón Tapices. A great room designed for gala dinners and ceremonies.

Address: Calle del Poeta Joan Maragall, 43, 28020 Madrid

How to arrive: Metro stops Cuzco (Line 10), Tetúan (Line 1), Valdeacederas (Line 1) or Plaza Castilla (Line 1, 9 and 10), plus 5-7 mins walking from any of them to the venue.

Dress Code: Smart Casual.