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We also offer discounted passes & rates for academics, government employees, start-ups, and a compelling group booking rate.
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VIP All Access
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Delegate
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Expo Pass
Early Bird Pricing ends at 23:59 on Sunday 22nd November
Save up to €600 by booking before then!
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VIP All Access | Delegate | Expo Pass | |
|---|---|---|---|
Headliners Stage Headliners Stage | Headliners Stage | Headliners Stage | Headliners Stage |
Beyond AI at Scale Track Beyond AI at Scale Track | Beyond AI at Scale Track | Beyond AI at Scale Track | Beyond AI at Scale Track |
Applied AI Track Applied AI Track | Applied AI Track | Applied AI Track | Applied AI Track |
Data Excellence Track Data Excellence Track | Data Excellence Track | Data Excellence Track | Data Excellence Track |
Start-up & Investor Village Start-up & Investor Village | Start-up & Investor Village | Start-up & Investor Village | Start-up & Investor Village |
The Networking Lounge Programme The Networking Lounge Programme | The Networking Lounge Programme | The Networking Lounge Programme | The Networking Lounge Programme |
Masterclasses Masterclasses | Masterclasses | Masterclasses | Masterclasses |
The WAICF Expo The WAICF Expo | The WAICF Expo | The WAICF Expo | The WAICF Expo |
The AI Trail The AI Trail | The AI Trail | The AI Trail | The AI Trail |
AI Demo Tours AI Demo Tours | AI Demo Tours | AI Demo Tours | AI Demo Tours |
Impact Arena Impact Arena | Impact Arena | Impact Arena | Impact Arena |
VisionAIres VIP Lounge VisionAIres VIP Lounge | VisionAIres VIP Lounge | VisionAIres VIP Lounge | VisionAIres VIP Lounge |
VisionAIres VIP Content Programme VisionAIres VIP Content Programme | VisionAIres VIP Content Programme | VisionAIres VIP Content Programme | VisionAIres VIP Content Programme |
Dedicated Entrance & Registration Desks Dedicated Entrance & Registration Desks | Dedicated Entrance & Registration Desks | Dedicated Entrance & Registration Desks | Dedicated Entrance & Registration Desks |
Lunch & Refreshments Lunch & Refreshments | Lunch & Refreshments | Lunch & Refreshments | Lunch & Refreshments |
The WAICF App - Full Access The WAICF App - Full Access | The WAICF App - Full Access | The WAICF App - Full Access | The WAICF App - Full Access |
Priority check-in at VIP registration desks Priority check-in at VIP registration desks | Priority check-in at VIP registration desks | Priority check-in at VIP registration desks | Priority check-in at VIP registration desks |
Premium seating at Headliners Stage Premium seating at Headliners Stage | Premium seating at Headliners Stage | Premium seating at Headliners Stage | Premium seating at Headliners Stage |
Full two-day access to all conference stages and content tracks Full two-day access to all conference stages and content tracks | Full two-day access to all conference stages and content tracks | Full two-day access to all conference stages and content tracks | Full two-day access to all conference stages and content tracks |
The WAICF App - Limited Access The WAICF App - Limited Access | The WAICF App - Limited Access | The WAICF App - Limited Access | The WAICF App - Limited Access |
🎓 Academic rate
Reduced rate available to those who are currently working or studying at an academic institution.
- Rate: €395
- Eligibility: Current academic staff or students attending the show in your academic capacity
- Requirements: Use academic email, select 'Education' as industry
- Access: Same as Delegate Pass
🚀 Start-up & Investor Delegate
Designed for start-ups and investors, this pass is ideal for companies with fewer than 49 staff and less than three years in operation.
Rate: €295
Eligibility: Start-ups, two of: <49 staff, <€3M investment, or <3 years old
Requirements: ensure you answer the demographic questions accordingly when applying:
- Start-up: select fewer than 49 staff members on 'what is your company size?'
- Investor: select investor on 'what is your job function?'
Access: Same as Delegate Pass
👥 Group Bookings
Looking for three or more tickets and an even better rate?
WAICF offers exclusive group booking rates. Teams can maximise their AI learning experience, divide and conquer multiple content tracks, and multiply networking opportunities at the event.
A 20% discount is available for 3+ delegates from the same company for all pass types excluding the Expo pass.
🌟 Future AI Leaders
Application-Based Complimentary Delegate Pass
Aimed at early-career professionals and final-year students, this complimentary pass offers exclusive access to a wealth of opportunities, including networking opportunities with senior leaders and tech companies, plus the full conference agenda.
Available for application to two groups:
Group 1: Early-career professionals (1-4 years of experience), including Data Scientists, ML Engineers, AI/ML Analysts and AI Developers/Programmers.
Group 2: Final-year students
This pass is available through an application process and requires either a supporting statement from a mentor or manager (for Group 1) or from an academic supervisor or manager (for Group 2).
Submission Deadline: 4th January
📰 Press & Media
To qualify for a complimentary press pass, you must be an active member of the press or analyst community, working for legitimate and suitable media outlets. This can be validated by providing proof of recently published work.
Press passes will not be issued to non-editorial employees of media outlets, nor to marketing, advertising or public relations firms, consultants or advisors, market researchers, brand content producers, business development executives, or social media teams.
All press and media passes will be vetted prior to approval.
If you feel you have been denied a press pass unfairly, please contact us providing examples of recently published work (from within the last six months).

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ℹ️Frequently Asked Questions
WAICF offers several pass types to suit different attendees, including a standard Delegate Pass, a VisionAIres VIP Pass for senior executives, and specialist rates for start-ups and investors, academics, government, and charities. Group booking rates are also available for teams of three or more.
Standard prices range from €795 to €2,195, with special rates available for start-ups and investors, academics, and government personnel. Prices increase as the event date approaches, so booking early secures the best rate.
The VIP All Access Pass unlocks the ultimate experience at World AI Cannes Festival.
What's included:
- Full two-day access to all conference stages, exclusive VIP content program, interactive Masterclasses, and expo floor stages
- Priority check-in at VIP registration desks
- Premium seating at Headliners Stage
- Access to VisionAIres VIP Lounge and hospitality
- The WAICF Expo
- AI Demo Tours
- Start-up & Investor Village
- The AI Trail (an interactive journey across the Expo floor)
- Use of the app, including attendee directory and agenda builder
- Lunch and refreshments throughout the two days
- And more!
This pass offers the most comprehensive and premium experience at World AI Cannes Festival.
Yes — the startup and investor pass is designed for companies with fewer than 49 staff, under €3M in funding, and less than three years in operation, or for those working in investment firms.
Yes — group discounts are available for three or more delegates from the same company. Teams can divide and conquer multiple content tracks and multiply networking opportunities at the event. Enquire online for tailored packages and pricing.
