National Exposition 2026 – Enactus Netherlands

Are you ready? National Exposition 2026 – Enactus Netherlands

On Friday, May 29th, 2026, students, business leaders, policymakers, and academics will come together for the Enactus Netherlands National Exposition 2026, where the next generation of entrepreneurial and responsible leaders will present their innovative solutions to a variety of social challenges.

📅 Friday, May 29th, 2026
📍 Media Plaza, Jaarbeurs Utrecht

About the event

The National Exposition is the premier national event for responsible and entrepreneurial leadership. Over 350 young people, business professionals, representatives from educational institutions, and policymakers from across the country come together to celebrate innovation and social impact.

Throughout the day, visitors are inspired by a wide range of socially responsible, student-led ventures. There are ample opportunities for knowledge sharing during the knowledge exchange and for building valuable connections during various networking moments throughout the day.

The highlight of the program is the national competition, where young changemakers present their social ventures. With innovative solutions to societal challenges, they compete for the title of National Champion 2026. The winner will represent the Netherlands at the Enactus World Cup 2026 in São Paulo, Brazil.

Join us on May 29

• Represent your organization and build valuable connections with business leaders, academics, entrepreneurs, and other influential professionals.
• Combine competition with interaction: plenty of opportunities to network, exchange ideas, and have fun.
• Be inspired by next-generation leaders and their innovative solutions to societal challenges.
• Support and advise students who are committed to making the world a better place.
• Experience the energy of an environment full of inspiration and ambition.

Program

A day full of inspiration, knowledge, and valuable networking opportunities! The morning program runs from 09:30 to 13:00, and the afternoon program from 13:00 to 17:30, followed by networking drinks. As a guest, you can choose to attend the full day or just one part of the day.

Time

Activity

09:30Check-in & Welcome10:00Opening Ceremony & Team Parade10:30Opening Round of Competition11:45Lunch & Networking13:00Announcement of Final 413:30Knowledge Exchange15:00Final 4 Competition16:15Break16:30Closing Ceremony & Awards17:30Drinks & Networking

*Please note: the program is subject to change.

About Enactus

About Enactus: Enactus is the world’s largest experiential learning network, preparing the next generation of entrepreneurial and responsible leaders to tackle social challenges through social entrepreneurship.