OpenSpace User Meeting
August 26–28, 2026 · Visualization Center C, Norrköping, Sweden
Join us in Norrköping
Join us for the second in-person OpenSpace User Meeting in Norrköping, Sweden. OpenSpace users of all levels are invited to the Visualization Center C for three days of trainings, presentations, hands-on sessions, and networking.
This is a great opportunity to:
- Sharpen your OpenSpace skills
- Explore the latest software features and updates
- Connect with educators, planetarium professionals, researchers, and developers in the OpenSpace community
Visualization Center C
We’re excited to welcome you to the Visualization Center C in Norrköping — a digital science center with a full planetarium, driven in partnership with the Norrköping municipality and Linköping University.
Norrköping is an old industrial town located about 90 minutes south of Stockholm. Summer is an amazing time for a visit: during the days of the meeting there will be around 14.5 hours of daylight and only 3.5 hours of true night.
Agenda
Schedule is subject to change.
Wednesday, August 26
| Time | Track 1 | Track 2 | Track 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:30 – 10:00 (30m) |
Welcome and Kickoff Community, Updates & What’s Ahead |
— | — |
| 10:00 – 10:30 (30m) |
Introductions | — | — |
| 10:30 – 12:30 (2h) |
OpenSpace 101 Workshop: Getting Started | Coding and Scripting | Developer Helpdesk/ Jam Session |
| 12:30 – 14:00 (1h30m) |
Lunch on your own | — | — |
| 14:00 – 15:00 (1h) |
OpenSpace 201 Workshop: Included Profiles | Maps and Georeferenced Data | Developer Helpdesk/ Jam Session |
| 15:00 – 16:00 (1h) |
Coffee Break | — | Developer Helpdesk/ Jam Session |
| 16:00 – 18:00 (2h) |
OpenSpace 202 Workshop: Included Profiles | 3D Models and Trajectories | Developer Helpdesk/ Jam Session |
| 18:00 – 19:00 (1h) |
Once Upon the Moon Dome movie |
— | — |
| Group Dinner (pay-on-your-own) at Hemma Hus |
Thursday, August 27
| Time | Track 1 | Track 2 | Track 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:30 – 11:30 (1h30m) |
ShowComposer | AssetBuilder | Developer Helpdesk/ Jam Session |
| 11:30 – 12:30 (1h) |
The Night’s Sky | OpenSpace on Multichannel Systems | Developer Helpdesk/ Jam Session |
| 12:30 – 14:00 (1h30m) |
Lunch on your own | — | — |
| 14:00 – 15:00 (1h) |
OpenSpace 301 Workshop: Create custom Profiles | Setting up OpenSpace in Display Environments | Developer Helpdesk/ Jam Session |
| 15:00 – 16:00 (1h) |
Coffee Break | — | Developer Helpdesk/ Jam Session |
| 16:00 – 17:00 (1h) |
Creating pre-rendered movies from OpenSpace | — | Developer Helpdesk/ Jam Session |
| 17:00 – 19:00 (2h) |
Dome Show and Tell, Presentation Tips & Tricks | — | Developer Helpdesk/ Jam Session |
| Dinner on your own |
Friday, August 28
| Time | Track 1 | Track 2 | Track 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:30 – 11:00 (1h30m) |
Giving Presentations in OpenSpace, a case study | C-Play | Developer Helpdesk/ Jam Session |
| 11:00 – 12:00 (1h) |
OpenSpace: Quo vadis? | — | Developer Helpdesk/ Jam Session |
| 12:00 – 12:30 (30m) |
Farewell and Thank you | — | — |
| End of the official program | |||
| 17:30 | Visit to Tekniska Museet in Stockholm | — | — |
Travel & where to stay
Getting there
Norrköping is easy to reach internationally. Recommended routes:
- Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) — major international hub, roughly 90 minutes to Norrköping by train
- Linköping City Airport (LPI) — direct connections to Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), one of Europe’s main airline hubs
Where to stay
Hotels in the city are around $100 per night. A few options near the venue:
FAQ
Below are answers to some frequently asked questions about the meeting. If you don’t see yours here, reach out via email or on Slack.
When and where is the meeting?
August 26–28, 2026 at the Visualization Center C in Norrköping, Sweden.
Who should attend?
OpenSpace users of all levels are welcome — educators, planetarium professionals, researchers, and developers looking to sharpen their skills, explore the latest features, and connect with the community.
How do I register?
Register online through the Visualization Center C.
Is there a registration fee?
No — registration for the 2026 User Meeting is free.
Is travel support available?
No travel support or reimbursement is offered for the 2026 meeting.
What’s the best way to get to Norrköping?
The nearest major hub is Stockholm Arlanda (ARN), about 90 minutes away by train. Linköping City Airport (LPI) also offers a direct connection to Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).
Do I need to bring my own laptop?
We recommend bringing your own OpenSpace-compatible laptop, as loaner devices will be limited.
Will there be a virtual option?
There is no virtual attendance option this year, but select sessions will be recorded and posted after the meeting.
Is there a social event?
Wednesday evening features a dome movie screening of Once Upon the Moon, followed by a pay-your-own group dinner at Hemma Hus. On Friday evening, there’s an optional visit to the Tekniska Museet in Stockholm. The agenda also builds in extra time throughout the meeting for networking with peers.
Who do I contact with questions about the meeting?
Contact Alexander Bock or Support with any questions about the meeting.