Baku: The deadline for Urban Expo applications at the Thirteenth Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), taking place in Baku from 17 to 22 May 2026, has been extended due to strong interest from potential exhibitors, APA reports. The new deadline for submitting applications is set for April 10, 2026.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the exhibition is expected to attract tens of thousands of visitors worldwide and will provide an important platform for showcasing solutions in sustainable urban development. At the Baku Olympic Stadium, the main venue of WUF13, the exhibition spans 35,000 square metres and will welcome participants from a range of stakeholders, including national and local governments, regional bodies, UN agencies, academic institutions, international financial institutions, civil society organizations, foundations, and private companies.
Exhibition spaces will be available in various formats, from smaller exhibition stands to large-scale national and city pavilions. The Urban Expo will bring together global participants around themes such as adequate housing, climate resilience, digital innovation, and inclusive urban development, showcasing solutions to the challenges facing modern cities.
Several new initiatives will also be introduced for the first time as part of WUF13, including the Startup Pavilion for ventures advancing housing and urban solutions, and the WUF Academy, which will offer masterclasses and facilitate knowledge exchange.