Welcome Reception
23th August 2026 | 20:00 – 22:00
Bournemouth International Centre , room tbd
On Sunday, August 23th, registration will open in the afternoon (time tbd) to allow check-in before the evening program. The Perception Lecture by Prof. Dr. Karl Gegenfurtner will take place, time tbd, followed by the ECVP Welcome Reception, time and room tbd.
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The Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) is one of the largest event venues in the south of England, known for hosting major conferences and political gatherings, including Margaret Thatcher’s final speech as Prime Minister. Most importantly, it is only about a 4‑minute walk from Bournemouth Pier.
Illusion & Demo Night
25th August 2026 | time tbd
Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre (provisional)
The Illusion & Demo Night on Tuesday, August 25th, will feature a variety of amazing and fascinating illusions and demonstrations.
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The Illusion & Demo Night is an immersive event that brings the science of vision to life. It offers a range of interactive experiences from visual illusions to demonstrations of cutting-edge research techniques such as mobile eye tracking and virtual reality, all presented by researchers for researchers. Depending on budget, food and refreshments will be provided!
The venue is provisional and we are working on the details. Please email ecvp2026@bournemouth.ac.uk for any enquiries or if you consider submitting an illusion or demo.
The full Illusion & Demo Night programme will be available soon.

Conference Dinner
26th August 2026 | time tbd
Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre
On Wednesday, August 26th, the Conference Dinner will take place at Pavilion Theatre.
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The Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre is a striking Art Deco-style theatre on Westover Road in Bournemouth, opened in 1929. This historic venue provides a special setting for the evening.
As all the venues, the Pavilion is by the sea. Discover more about the venue here: https://www.bournemouthpavilion.co.uk/.
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Farewell Party
27th August 2026 | time tbd
Bournemouth Pier
The ECVP 2026 will conclude with the Farewell Party at the Bournemouth Pier, on the sea, on Thursday, August 28th.

