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European Microsoft Fabric + SQL Community Conference

Sep 28 – 01 Oct 2026, CCIB Barcelona

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100+ Speakers

120+ Sessions

10+ Tutorials

FabCon + SQLCon Europe 2026

The European Microsoft Fabric + SQL Community Conference is Europe’s largest Microsoft Fabric and dedicated SQL community conference, bringing together more than 4,000 Microsoft data professionals for four days of expert learning, technical deep dives and community networking.

Whether you work with Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server, Azure SQL, data engineering, analytics, AI or business intelligence, the conference is designed to help Microsoft data professionals stay ahead of Microsoft’s rapidly evolving data platform.

Watch the highlights from FabCon Europe 2025 to see why thousands of Microsoft data professionals attend every year, then join us in Barcelona for 2026!

Just Announced: 2026 Conference Programme

130+ expert-led Microsoft Fabric and Microsoft SQL sessions announced.

130+ expert led sessions
FabCon + SQLCon Europe 2026 Programme

The wait is over – the European Microsoft Fabric + SQL Community Conference programme is officially live. This year, in Barcelona, prepare for 120+ sessions packed with practical insights, real-world experience and the latest thinking across Microsoft Fabric and Microsoft SQL. Whether you’re working in Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server, Azure SQL, data engineering, data science, governance, analytics or AI, the programme offers practical sessions for every stage of your data journey.

2025 Keynote Speakers

As we develop our programme schedule for FabCon26 take a look back at our keynote sessions from 2025.

Keynotes

FabCon Europe 2025 Photo Gallery
Microsoft Fabric: The Data Platform for the AI Frontier

Arun Ulag and Amir Netz explored how organisations are transforming their data platforms to meet the demands of AI. They showcased the latest innovations in Microsoft Fabric, enabling businesses to build, govern, and scale modern, AI-ready data solutions. This keynote offered a compelling look at the future of enterprise data and analytics.

FabCon Europe 2025 Photo Gallery
Fabric Ecosystem: Databases, Security, and AI at Scale

Wangui McKelvey and fellow Microsoft leaders examined how the Fabric ecosystem brings together databases, governance, and AI. The session highlighted how organisations can build secure, scalable platforms while accelerating innovation with next-generation AI experiences. A valuable deep dive into the evolving Fabric landscape.

Power Hour

The Power Hour brought together Microsoft product teams and leading voices from the Fabric and Azure data community for a fast-paced, demo-driven session. Attendees experienced bold ideas, unexpected use cases, and real-world scenarios pushing technology to its limits. High energy and highly practical, it stood out as a highlight of the conference.

What People Say

Whether you’re building data platforms, developing analytics solutions or leading data strategy, the European Microsoft Fabric + SQL Community Conference offers something for every Microsoft data professional. Attendees describe it as a place to learn from Microsoft experts, exchange ideas with peers and have meaningful conversations about the future of Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server, Azure SQL and Microsoft’s data platform.

From Microsoft Fabric and SQL Server to Azure SQL, data engineering, analytics and AI, it’s where you can deepen your technical expertise while connecting directly with Microsoft product teams, MVPs and one of Europe’s most engaged Microsoft data communities.

If you’re looking to stay ahead, gain practical insights and build valuable professional connections with fellow Microsoft data professionals, this is the conference to be.

FabCon Europe Speakers, Sponsors & Delegates


Excellent work from the whole fabric team to make our lives easier. All of the sessions from Microsoft was extremely useful and the speakers have been very patient enough to answer all our questions and get back if they didn know any

Keerthana Iyengar

FabCon Europe 2025 Delegate

My experience at the conference was insightful and engaging. The sessions were well-curated, offering valuable perspectives and actionable takeaways. It was a great opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals

Monisha Lakshme Gowda

FabCon Europe 2024 Delegate

A conference that has a lot to offer to every type of Fabric user: from beginners to seasoned professionals, from Power BI to Spark developers.

José Almeida

FabCon Europe 2024 Delegate

The conference enabled me to learn new techniques, gather new ideas and stay up to date with the latest developments from Microsoft. I am not sure there is another conference with quite this level of engagement from Microsoft leaders in the Fabric field.

Asger Biehl

FabCon Europe 2024 Delegate

This was my first convention and I was truly overwhelmed by how large, well-organized, and inspiring it was. It was really impressing!

Simona Zirkler

FabCon Europe 2025 Delegate

Engaging in this conference was an enriching experience, providing insightful discussions and innovative ideas that sparked new perspectives. It was a great opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with fellow professionals.

Jan-Erik Öhman

FabCon Europe 2025 Delegate


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Reasons to Attend

FabCon Europe 2025 Tutorial Partcipants

Learn

Choose from more than 120 expert-led sessions covering Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server, Azure SQL, data engineering, governance, analytics, AI and business intelligence. Learn directly from Microsoft product teams, MVPs and community experts through practical, technical content designed for Microsoft data professionals.

Community Lounge at FabCon Europe 2025

Connect

Meet more than 4,000 Microsoft data professionals, including Microsoft engineers, MVPs, architects, DBAs, analysts and developers. Build meaningful connections throughout the Expo, Community Lounge, Ask the Experts area and networking events with Europe’s Microsoft Fabric and SQL community.

Wangui McKelvey, VP Analytics, Microsoft at FabCon Europe 2025

Be Inspired

Experience visionary keynotes from Microsoft leaders, choose one of ten full-day tutorials and discover what’s next for Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server, Azure SQL and AI. Hear directly from the Microsoft teams building these technologies and return with practical ideas you can apply immediately.

Venue / FAQs

The Centre de Convencions Internacional de Barcelona (CCIB) is one of Southern Europe’s leading purpose-built conference and event venues, located in Barcelona’s modern Diagonal Mar seafront district. With its contemporary architecture, expansive event spaces, and excellent transport connections, the CCIB provides a world-class setting for FabCon Europe and is ideally suited to hosting large international technology conferences.

 

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