The International Warsaw Invention Show 2026 is designed to:

• Present the accomplishments of Polish scientists and inventors within the context of international innovations.

• Provide opportunities for inventors to connect with prospective investors and partners.

• Raise public awareness of the successes and contributions of Polish inventors.

• Enhance the global reputation and perception of Polish science.

• Encourage creativity and innovation among younger generations.

You are invited to participate in this year’s IWIS 2026, the 20th edition of the International Warsaw Inventions Show, which will be held from 7 to 9 November 2026 at Warsaw Copernicus Science Center. 

The exhibition will present inventions and innovations from Poland and the world. It will include a significant number of innovations that are the result of the creativity of individuals, teams in companies, the academic community, and other structures of society as well as innovations that are the result of the knowledge and inventiveness of young people from the education system.

15Th World Competition of Chemical Inventions

International Warsaw Inventions show (IWIS) organized by the Association of the Polish Inventors and Rationalizers is one of the biggest invention and technical solution Exhibitions in Europe enjoying the patronage of the highest authorities in the country namely the President of the Republic of Poland, Ministry of Science and Higher Education and Ministry of Economy.

During the last editions, IWIS was attended by representatives from lots of Asian, African, American, and European countries such as Saudi Arabia, Croatia, Egypt, Iran, Canada, Malaysia, Korea, Romania, and the United Kingdom. Last year polish and international inventors presented more than 400 inventions. These solutions provide an overview of technical developments, some of which are used in practice. Each year, the International Warsaw Invention Show is accompanied by lectures and seminars on intellectual property rights and the granting of patents.