program overview

DAILY SCHEDULES

Activities for ICUH 2025 will take place over the week of November 17-21, 2025.

Monday
November 17th

10:00am-4:00pm

Pre-Conference Intensive Course @ Victoria University

10:00am-5:30pm

Various Activities and Workshops @ Victoria University

City Tours @ Various Locations Across Wellington

6:00pm-8:00pm

Welcome Reception @ Tākina

(Open to All)

Tuesday
November 18th

8:00am–5:30pm

Conference Day 1 @ Tākina

Plenaries, workshops, pre-formed panels, poster presentations, oral abstract presentations, networking breaks, locally-sourced sustainable meals, and more.

7pm–9pm

Speakers & Sponsors Reception @ Private Exclusive Venue

(Invite Only)

WEDNEsday
November 19th

8:00am–5:30pm

Conference Day 2 @ Tākina

Plenaries, workshops, pre-formed panels, poster presentations, oral abstract presentations, networking breaks, locally-sourced sustainable meals, and more.

7pm–9pm

Networking Dinner @ Te Papa

(Separately Ticketed)

THURSDAY
November 20th

9:00am–2:00pm

Conference Day 3 @ Tākina

Workshops, pre-formed panels, oral abstract presentations, networking breaks, and ICUH 2025 Closing Plenary.

2pm–4pm

Themed Meetings & Working Groups

4pm–6pm

Post-Conference Networking Happy Hour

(Open To All)

FRIday
November 21ST

10:00am-4:00pm

Various ICUH Side Activities

Ticketed Tours, Site Visits, and More

(Separately Ticketed)

ICUH 2025 Pre-Conference Intensive CoursE

In response to overwhelming demand for our Pre-Conference Intensive Course at last year’s event, we are delighted to offer an intensive experience once again for ICUH 2025.

This year’s Pre-Conference Intensive Course will take place from 10am-4pm on Monday, November 17, at the Victoria University School of Architecture & Design Innovation.

More information about location and registration will be available soon.

NETWORKING EVENTS

ICUH 2025 offers several curated social events to foster exceptional networking opportunities for all of our participants.

Please note that some events require separately-purchased tickets, which will become available as more details are confirmed.

6pm-8pm
All are invited to join us for the officially ICUH 2025 Welcome Reception at our main venue, Tākina!
We’ve procured a special evening to open up the conference week, featuring a ceremonial cultural welcome and high-impact voices in global Urban Health. Drinks and refreshments will be provided.
7pm-9pm
A night dedicated to honoring our amazing ICUH 2025 speakers and sponsors. Invite only.
Stay tuned for location. This event is invitation-only.
7pm-9pm
An evening curated for the optimal networking experience. Join us at our partner venue, the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, for a lively evening filled with fantastic local dishes, drinks, entertainment, and the opportunity to connect with a global community of urban health experts.
Separately ticketed event. Tickets will be made available soon.
4pm-6pm
Close out the conference week with a casual happy hour meetup on the Wellington Harbor. Open to all conference participants and their guests.
Stay tuned for location!