The BeSt Wien 2026 is a four-day conference, exhibition, and forum for education, career, and personal development, taking place from Thursday, 12 March to Sunday, 15 March 2026, in the Messe Wien, Halle C. The event is free to attend, and no ticket is required. The conference targets individuals seeking guidance on their future career, including students, professionals, and those interested in further education.

The event features over 300 exhibitors from Austria and abroad, offering a wide range of education and career opportunities. The exhibitors include universities, colleges, academies, schools, career counseling services, interest groups, government ministries, and companies.

The program includes a diverse range of activities, such as a main stage program, a deep dive stage, workshops, and personal consultations with exhibitors. The main stage program focuses on studying, future skills, career paths, international perspectives, and future fields, while the deep dive stage offers more in-depth discussions on topics like orientation, decision-making, and self-management.

The workshops are designed to provide participants with new perspectives and valuable information on various topics related to education, career, and personal development. Registration for the workshops is recommended, as places are limited.

The BeSt Wien 2026 is organized by the Federal Ministry of Education, the Federal Ministry of Women, Science and Research, and the Austrian Employment Service. The event is supported by the Messebüro Wien, the Messebüro Innsbruck & Klagenfurt, and the Messebüro Graz & Salzburg.

The conference aims to provide a platform for individuals to discover their future opportunities, network with exhibitors, and gain insights into various education and career paths. The event is a continuation of the BeSt Wien tradition, which has been held annually since 1986.