Alongside the scientific programme, a range of additional events—including professional site visits, forums, and social gatherings—offer valuable opportunities for learning, connection, and celebration.
Education Day
Education Day is a dedicated event held prior to the WFOT Congress, focusing on education-related topics in occupational therapy. It provides a platform for educators to discuss innovations, challenges and best practices in occupational therapy education globally. To register for Education Day, you must be attending the Congress.
Date: Sunday 8th February 2026
Time: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Location: Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit – 491 Sukhumvit Road, Klongtoey Nua, Wattana, Bangkok 10110
*Some details may be subject to change
| Education Day Fees | |
|---|---|
| High Income | |
| WFOT Member | $120.00 |
| WFOT Non-Member | $160.00 |
| Other Income | |
| WFOT Member | $65.00 |
| WFOT Non-Member | $85.00 |
Professional Site Visits
Professional site visits are an invaluable way of seeing how occupational therapy differs from place to place. See first-hand how Thai culture and history influence practice by attending one of four site visits available to Congress delegates.
Date: Monday 9th February 2026
Depart: from BITEC at approx. 9:00am Return: to BITEC at approx. 1:00pm
Inclusions: Transport, water and snacks.
Site visits will be at the following institutions:
- Somdet Chao Phraya Institute of Psychiatry สถาบันจิตเวชศาสตร์สมเด็จเจ้าพระยา https://www.somdet.go.th/
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Sirindhorn National Medical Rehabilitation Institute สถาบันสิรินธรเพื่อการฟื้นฟูสมรรถภาพทางการแพทย์แห่งชาติ
https://www.snmri.go.th/ - Yuwaprasart Waithayopathum Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Hospital โรงพยาบาลยุวประสาทไวทโยปถัมภ์
https://ycap.go.th/ -
Chakri Naruebodindra Medical Institute (CNMI) คณะแพทยศาสตร์โรงพยาบาลรามาธิบดี มหาวิทยาลัยมหิดล
https://www.rama.mahidol.ac.th/cnmi/th
| Professional Site Visit Fees | |
|---|---|
| High Income | |
| All HI Delegates | $95.00 |
| Other Income | |
| All OI Delegates | $50.00 |
All Professional Site Visits are FULL.
Please note, this visit is charged at cost and covers transportation, venue charges and staff accompanying you on the tour.
Welcome Reception
Enjoy an evening to connect with colleagues from around the globe in a relaxed and friendly setting. Whether you’re catching up with old friends or meeting new collaborators, this casual gathering sets the tone for a week of meaningful exchanges and shared inspiration.
Full Congress and Day Registrations on Monday 9th February include admission to the Welcome Reception but you must register for the event within the portal.
Guest tickets are available for an additional cost and can be added to your registration at any time.
Date: Monday 9th February 2026
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Location: Exhibition Hall, BITEC – 88 Bangna-Trad Road, Bang Na Tai Subdistrict, Bang Na District, Bangkok 10260 Thailand
*Some details may be subject to change
| Welcome Reception Guest Fees | |
|---|---|
| High Income | |
| Guest | $50.00 |
| Other Income | |
| Guest | $20.00 |
Congress Party
The Congress Party is a welcome wind down from the days of incredible learning and we invite you to join your peers from around the world to take in an evening of conversation, dancing and Thai hospitality. Conveniently located within the grounds of the Congress venue, SAMA Garden is Bangkok’s first green lifestyle centre and the perfect backdrop to relax into your time in Bangkok.
Date: Wednesday 11th February 2026
Time: 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Location: BITEC SAMA Garden – 88 Bangna-Trad Road, Bang Na Tai Subdistrict, Bang Na District, Bangkok 10260 Thailand
Inclusions: Drink on arrival, canapés, food stalls and entertainment.
*A cash bar will also be available
| Congress Party Fees | |
|---|---|
| High Income | |
| WFOT Member | $75.00 |
| WFOT Non-Member | $75.00 |
| Other Income | |
| WFOT Member | $45.00 |
| WFOT Non-Member | $45.00 |
| Guest | $75.00 |
Places are limited – book now to avoid disappointment.
Fees
- All Congress payments must be received prior to the Congress. Payment can be made via credit/debit card only at the time of registration. If you have no means of paying via card, please contact the Congress Office at WFOT@thinkbusinessevents.com.au
- All amounts are in USD $
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