📣 Live this week from SmashingConf Amsterdam. We are sold out, but online and workshop tickets are still available.

The Schedule At A Glance 👇

Sunday, April 12th

Happy pre-conference Sunday! We hope you're ready for an amazing week of workshops, talks, and connections!

🧘 Smashing Yoga in the Park at 13:00

Kick off your conference experience with a dose of wellness!

This beginner-friendly, one-hour yoga class will be led by Ari. We'll meet at Oosterpark (a lovely 30-minute walk from the venue), close to the public monument. You'll recognize Ari by her Smashing blue yoga sign. Bring a mat or towel to practice on. Please register a ticket. Keep an eye on our Slack channel for specifics as we all arrive in Amsterdam.

🍟 Friedman's Fabulous Fries Feestje at 15:00

Join Vitaly for a little feestje (that's Dutch for "small party") as he strolls through a few cool neighborhoods of the city, sharing his best tips on bitterballen, fries, ice cream, and more.

We'll be meeting in front of the venue at 15:00. Please register for a ticket so we know you're coming!

Monday, April 13th

Today is our first workshop day! Get ready to dive deep into new ideas and techniques.

🏋️‍♀️ Workshops (9:00 – 17:30)

On Monday, we're running four hands-on workshops. Our doors open at 9:00 for a 9:30 start; lunch will be provided. Look for the volunteers at Theo Thijssenhuis (HvA).

Figma Deep Dive with Christine Vallaure
Building Context-Based Design Systems for AI-Driven Product Teams with TJ Pitre
Front-End Accessibility Workshop with Sara Soueidan
Designing For Complex UIs, 2026 Edition with Vitaly Friedman

🎵 Jam Session (18:00 – 22:00)

Kick things off the night before the conference! Join us for lightning talks, drinks, and snacks hosted by our friends at Q42 and Fabrique. It's the perfect time to meet fellow attendees before the main event.

Plus, you can pick up your badge early and skip the registration lines on Tuesday morning. This event is for attendees only — please register for a ticket.

Tuesday, April 14th

Today is our first conference day! Get ready for amazing talks and networking.

🏃‍♀️ Morning Run (7:00 – 7:40)

Join speakers and attendees for a 5k run! We'll meet in front of the conference venue at 7:00 and run about 5k, taking in the scenery of Amsterdam. We'll be running for approximately 30–40 minutes.

🧘 Morning Mindfulness Session (8:00 – 8:30)

Start your conference day with some mindfulness — functional stretches, guided meditation, and stillness. This beginner-friendly, 30-minute session will be led by Ari. We'll meet in front of Tuschinski. No equipment necessary! Please register a ticket.

🎆 First Conference Day

Our doors open at 8:30! We kick off the conference at 9:45 AM with our welcome. Snacks, coffee and drinks are provided throughout the day.

Lunch

🥗 Go for a nice stroll in the city and enjoy some fries or a healthier option. There are many wonderful options not too far from the venue — we've listed our favorites on a map.

🎉 After Party (19:00)

Time to party! We'll be at Café Het Dorp, a lovely café at the IJ, opposite central station, with easy access via a free ferry.

You can join a wonderful Indonesian buffet for only €20. Please buy a meal ticket if you'd like to join us for dinner.

This party is only for Smashing attendees — please don't forget to bring your badge.

Wednesday, April 15th

Welcome back for another day filled with inspiration and takeaways!

🏃‍♂️ Morning Run (7:30 – 8:20)

Join speakers and attendees for another 5k run! We'll meet in front of the conference venue at 7:30 and run 5k taking in the scenery of Amsterdam. We'll be running for approximately 30–40 minutes.

🧘 Morning Mindfulness Session (8:30 – 9:00)

Start your conference day with some gentle stretches, meditation, and stillness. This beginner-friendly, 30-minute session will be led by Ari. We'll meet in front of Tuschinski. No equipment necessary! Please register a ticket.

🎆 Second Conference Day

Our doors open at 8:30, and we'll kick off at 9:45 AM! Snacks, coffee and drinks are provided throughout the day. Are you ready for the mystery speaker?

Lunch

🍟 Go for a nice stroll in the old center and get some frites, or check out our favorites on a map. Or join us for a catered lunch session with our friends from Tito — more details will follow soon!

🚣‍♀️ Smashing Sloep (18:30 – 20:30)

If you don't want your SmashingConf to end yet, join us for a canal tour in your own little boat (sloepje)! Enjoy a chill, 2-hour cruise through the Amsterdam canals with 6–7 fellow attendees. The fee of €30 is not included in your conference ticket — register separately. Friends or family are welcome to register and join too!

Thursday, April 16th

Our final day! Time to round off your conference experience with more hands-on learning.

🏋️‍♀️ Final Workshops (9:00 – 17:30)

On Thursday, we're running three more workshops. Lunch will be provided. Our doors open at 9:00 for a 9:30 start at Theo Thijssenhuis (HvA).

The New CSS Toolkit with Kevin Powell
Architecting Component Anatomy, Props and Slots with Nathan Curtis
How To Measure UX and Design Impact with Vitaly Friedman

And just like that, we've reached the end! We hope you're heading home with new ideas, fresh inspiration, and maybe a few new pals too. Safe travels, take care, and hopefully… see you at the next one! 👋

Friday, April 17th (optional)

The Web You Want (10:00 – 17:00)

Join the CMD School of Design at Theo Thijssenhuis (HvA) for The Web You Want — a full day of talks and workshops diving into what the web could (and should) be. It's completely free! Keep an eye out for more information.