BR | Innovacities

IFIA members are warmly invited to participate in InnovaCities 2026 – the 15th International Fair of Smart, Joyful, Humane and Resilient Cities, taking place from June 9 to 12, 2026, in Foz do Iguaçu, Paraná, Brazil.

Organized by ABIPIR and supported by IFIA through its Latin America Office, InnovaCities has evolved into one of the most dynamic innovation platforms in the region, bringing together global stakeholders in the fields of innovation, applied sciences, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development.

Located in the unique setting of Foz do Iguaçu – home to the world-famous Iguazu Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World – the event offers an inspiring environment for international collaboration and exchange.

InnovaCities creates a comprehensive innovation ecosystem that connects scientists, inventors, researchers, students, entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers. Participants collaborate to develop and showcase creative and practical solutions addressing real-world challenges and improving quality of life.

The event aims to strengthen partnerships between academia and industry, fostering sustainable socio-economic development at regional, national, and international levels.

A large exhibition area will be dedicated to presenting innovative projects, technologies, and business solutions across a wide range of sectors, including:

• Smart Cities & Urban Innovation
• Artificial Intelligence & Digital Transformation
• Connectivity, IoT & Automation
• Robotics & Advanced Technologies
• Sustainable Development & Green Energy
• Circular Economy & Environmental Innovation
• Smart Mobility & Infrastructure
• Cybersecurity & Blockchain
• Education, Skills & Human Development
• Entrepreneurship, Startups & Innovation Ecosystems

InnovaCities 2026 provides a unique opportunity to showcase innovations, build international partnerships, and engage with key players shaping the future of smart and resilient cities.

Building on the success of previous editions, InnovaCities 2026 is expected to continue serving as a premier platform for presenting practical and scalable solutions to global urban challenges. The event will feature a wide range of innovative projects showcased both in person and online through its flagship competitions: the InnovaCities Regenerative Innovation Competition and the BRICS Technological Innovation Competition.

The Regenerative Innovation Competition will focus on projects that integrate social, environmental, and economic regeneration principles. It is expected to attract participants across key thematic areas such as Urban Sustainability, Governance and Inclusive Public Policies, Resilient Cities, Diversity and Technology for Equity, and New Regenerative Economic Systems. Selected projects will be recognized with internationally acknowledged awards and IFIA certificates.

In parallel, the BRICS Technological Innovation Competition will bring together participants from BRICS and BRICS+ countries, presenting cutting-edge solutions in fields such as digital health, advanced manufacturing, green energy, artificial intelligence, and smart governance. The competition aims to promote technological collaboration and innovation among emerging economies.

ALL THE IFIA MEMBERS WILL HAVE AN SPECIAL DISCOUNT OF 50% IN HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS DURING THE DAYS OF THE EVENT.