The International Congress of Byzantine Studies is the world’s largest academic event dedicated to the latest research and findings on the Byzantine Empire, its history, and culture. Since the first congress in 1924 in Bucharest, it has been held approximately every five years in different locations, attracting up to 1,500 participants in recent years. In 2026, the 25th Congress will take place in Vienna, where researchers from around the globe will present their work in hundreds of presentations. Cultural events and receptions will offer numerous opportunities for informal exchange.

The XIth AIECM3 Congress on Medieval and Modern Period Mediterranean Ceramics will take place in Antalya. It will include a special session on pottery in Anatolia.

You can find here the call for papers.