BEYOND THE SURFACE – TEDxKU Leuven 2026

TEDx KU Leuven is back!
This TEDx event brings together inspiring speakers to share powerful ideas and spark meaningful conversations, right here in Leuven, for one night only!
This year’s theme is Beyond the Surface, because some ideas stay on the surface, others ask you to dive deeper. Join us as we dive deeper, challenge our everyday assumptions, and explore what lies beneath.
🕕 Doors open at 19:00
🎙️ Speakers 19:30 – 20:30
☕ Break 20:30 – 20:50
🎙️ Speakers 20:50 – 22:00
🍹 Reception 22:00 – 23:30
💡 Curious about the lineup?
To give you just a taste of what to expect, we will explore the hidden biochemical forces driving our mental wellness and question the illusion that everyday technology is morally neutral. You will discover the unseen grit it takes to become Leuven’s first Paralympian, and learn how to transform your unconscious habits into a deliberate ‘Leadership Code’. We will also uncover a fascinating paradox: why the smartest people in the room are often the quietest? And the best part? These are just a few of the powerful ideas waiting for you on stage!
🎟 Tickets are limited so don’t miss out on this exclusive, one-night event in Leuven! Book yours now and get ready to challenge your perspectives, dive beyond the surface, and leave inspired.