The Budapest BI Forum is the leading vendor-independent Business Intelligence, Data Analytics and Data Visualization conference in Hungary, Budapest, running for 10+ years. It will take place on November 16-18, 2026, offering 3 days of technical talks, case studies, workshops and roundtables.
Key Topics
We're looking for insightful talks that explore the latest tools, techniques, and real-world applications for data analytics and visualization. Below are the key themes we're focusing on for this year's conference:
- AI & Analytics track
Generative AI in business intelligence and analytics workflows. - Applied Analytics track
Applied analytics across domains such as finance, product, and HR. - Data-Driven Business track
Turning data into decisions, building a data culture, and driving measurable business value. - Data Visualization track
Design principles, storytelling with data, data physicalization, and building dashboards that inform and engage. - MS Power BI & Fabric track
Tips, techniques, and real-world solutions across the Microsoft Power BI and Fabric ecosystem.
All other BI and analytics talks not covered above are welcome in our General BI track.
Session Formats
The conference schedule will consists of the following talk types:
- Workshops (full-day)
The workshops will take place on the first day (November 16, Monday) and will be delivered in-person. We currently accept only full-day workshops as they are easier to schedule. - Standard talks (approx. 30 minutes + Q&A )
The standard talks can be delivered either in-person on the second day of the conference (November 17, Tuesday), or remotely on the last online day (November 18, Wednesday) - Quick talks (15 minutes + 5 minutes Q&A)
The quick talks can also be delivered either in-person or remotely.
Speaker Benefits
Here's a few reasons why you should consider being a speaker:
- Complimentary Ticket
In-person speakers receive a 2-day hybrid ticket, and online speakers get a 2-day online ticket. - Accommodation Support
We provide accommodation support for international speakers traveling to Budapest for the conference. - Travel Cost Reimbursement
Travel cost reimbursement is available for workshop speakers, up to a certain limit. - Networking Opportunities
Meet with local and international experts, grow your professional networks and make new friends. - Professional Recognition
Enhance your visibility within the data community by sharing your expertise.
Submitting a Talk proposal
The Call for Speakers is currently closed.
