With the arrival of the new year, we highlight a new edition of the Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026. This fair, which is held annually in Catalonia, has become an essential event for guiding future university students and, on many occasions, represents their first point of contact with their academic and professional future.

The Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026 is one of the most important educational and training fairs in Spain. At this event, students have the opportunity to learn about all current educational options, including Vocational Training programmes (FP), Baccalaureate, university degrees, higher education programmes, as well as postgraduate and master’s studies. In recent years, the fair has particularly strengthened the role of Vocational Training and expanded its guidance services with new digital tools and personalised resources, a line initiated in previous editions such as the Saló de l’Ensenyament 2024 and consolidated in 2025.

The 35th edition of the Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026 will take place from 18 to 22 March 2026 in Palaces 1 and 2 of Plaça de l’Univers (Avda. Reina Maria Cristina) at the Montjuïc – Fira de Barcelona venue. This new edition of the Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026 is expected to host the most comprehensive offer of university, higher and complementary studies, and will maintain well-established services such as the WhatsApp consultation channel, which will be activated before the event and has become one of the most highly valued tools among students and families.

 Where to buy tickets for the Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026?

Tickets to access the Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026 can be purchased through the official Saló de l’Ensenyament website.

The available ticket types are:

  • General Admission: with the general admission ticket, you will have access to all the activities at the fair.
  • General Admission – Carnet Jove: if you live in Catalonia and have a Carnet Jove, you can benefit from a discount on the entrance fee and access all the activities at the fair.
  • School Group Admission: intended for educational centres; with a minimum of 10 students, tickets allow access to all the activities at the fair.

What will you find at the Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026?

In this new edition of the Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026, will present a range of services aimed at strengthening and guidance before, during and after the visit to the fair.

Among the main services, the following stand out:

  • WhatsApp consultation service: this service will be active from 3 to 25 March and from 31 March to 4 April, allowing attendees to access the Saló de l’Ensenyament guidance counsellors directly before and after the event.
  • Orienta Kit – Impulsa’t: this gamified tool supports students from early stages through decision-making and self-awareness processes.
  • Guided tours: every 30 minutes, students, teachers and families will be able to take part in guided orientation tours to explore the entire educational offer present at the fair.
  • Ep! Workshops: during the days of the Saló de l’Ensenyament, students and families will be able to enjoy activities focused on guidance.
  • “The adventure of choosing” workshops: workshops aimed at families during the event help them to face and support students in their decision-making process in a simple way, highlighting the value of the Kitbox Families guide.
  • Personalised guidance: the Saló de l’Ensenyament offers personalised guidance services to help you adapt your choices to your preferences.
  • Live! Instagram: two online conferences will be held during the two weeks prior to the Saló de l’Ensenyament, explaining services, exhibitors, and more.
  • Online tools: students and families will have access to information points equipped with computers for online guidance consultations.

The 6 activities you can’t miss at the Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026

The Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026 will offer various workshops and activities for students, teachers and families, with the aim of helping and facilitating students’ choice of educational pathways. To this end, in-depth information will be provided on the characteristics and routes of the entire existing academic offer.

During the event, professionals from the academic and professional fields will participate, helping students with their career guidance through talks and practical activities.

Below, we highlight the activities you should not miss:

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  • Multimedia Technologies Classroom: demonstrations and activities related to multimedia technologies, virtual reality and digital photography, organised by the Centre for Image and Multimedia Technology (CITM).

  • Science Space: A science outreach space aimed at young people aged 15 to 18, composed of universities, research centers, and institutions. It offers a program of workshops, interactive activities, and scientific experiments to encourage scientific and technical vocations.

  • Language school: Here, you will find a wide range of language courses, both nationally and internationally.

  • Workshops and Other Activities: The Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026 offers other workshops and activities, such as the Flash FM workshops and demonstrations organized by the Department of Education.

  • Sports Activities: Sports activities will take place every day of the Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026 at the Plaza del Universo.

  • KITBOX: This is an essential resource for schools, designed to help teachers guide their students’ future. In the last edition, a new version was introduced to allow families to participate in this process, helping their children in decision-making.

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At the Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026, you will also find educational and professional guidance services. These include guidance activities and materials, as well as consultation services to help you reflect on your interests and skills, with the aim of facilitating your decision-making process in your educational and career path.

Below is the list of all the available activities:

  • Update Capsules: seminars aimed at teachers, with the objective of helping this group in their role as student counsellors, providing them with all the necessary tools to collaborate in this process.

     

  • EP Workshops: talks on different topics, covering various areas ranging from international mobility to self-awareness and decision-making processes.

     

  • Guided Tours: 30-minute visits aimed at students, teachers and families, with the objective of locating and showcasing the entire educational offer present at the fair, facilitating the guidance and decision-making process.

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To take part in the activities at the Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026, you must register in advance on its official website. If you are still unsure about which educational or professional path to follow, this event is a key opportunity to resolve doubts and learn first-hand about all the available options.

The 12 universities in Catalonia that will be present at the Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026

The Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026 will feature the participation of the 12 universities of the Catalan university system. Each will have its own space, where it will provide information about the range of degrees available at its faculties and schools, as well as other campus services such as languages, sports or accommodation.

Below is the list of universities you will find in Pavilion 1 of the venue:

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Before attending the Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026, we recommend exploring the universities’ websites to learn in detail about their academic offer.

Degrees with the best job opportunities

In addition to being aware of the universities that will be present at the fair, at the Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026 it is also important to know which degrees and training programmes offer the best job opportunities. This is a criterion that many students take into account when choosing their professional future.

Among the degrees with the best job opportunities are:

  • Medicine

  • Psychology

  • Business Administration and Management

  • Nursing

  • Dentistry

In recent years, Vocational Training has gained significant importance due to its high employability and rapid entry into the labour market. If you want to explore this option further, you can consult our article on FP programmes with the best job opportunities, where we analyse the most in-demand training cycles and those with the best career prospects in Spain.

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