A GLOBAL MOVEMENT
WHY
HAPPINESS CAMP
MAKES SENSE?
Free
Access
Join Happiness Camp for free and experience world-class talks and insights on human sustainability, culture, and well-being without financial barriers.
Official Certification
Earn an accredited certificate from the Happiness Business School, validating 8 hours of specialized learning in key areas like talent, mental health, and communication.
High-Impact Networking
Connect with over 15,000 professionals from 85+ nationalities through exclusive activities and the Happiness Camp App, your gateway to meaningful global connections.
Leadership & Skill Growth
Gain practical tools and inspiration through two dynamic stages and hands-on masterclasses designed to boost your impact as a leader of people and culture.
Transformative Experiences
Step beyond talks into immersive moments, from mindfulness and yoga to creative workshops, that help you recharge and rethink the future of work.
Exclusive Industry Insights
Access fresh research, data, and case studies from global leaders and leave equipped with actionable strategies to drive human sustainability in your organization.
WHO ATTENDS
HAPPINESS CAMP?
With participants from over 85 nationalities, Happiness Camp is a truly international gathering. Our community spans five continents and some of the world’s most influential markets, from the Americas to Europe.
Each year, it strengthens its global presence, connecting the people who are actively shaping tomorrow’s workplaces.
This diversity creates a vibrant ecosystem where knowledge flows freely between industries, generations, and disciplines. From emerging startups to global enterprises, Happiness Camp connects the people shaping the evolution of work across every scale and sector.
At Happiness Camp, ideas turn into action. Nearly three-quarters of our attendees are senior decision-makers with the influence to shape corporate culture, implement innovation, and invest in change.
This is where global leaders, executives, and policy shapers meet to design the next chapter of human sustainability.
WHO ATTENDS
HAPPINESS CAMP?
With participants from over 85 nationalities, Happiness Camp is a truly international gathering. Our community spans five continents and some of the world’s most influential markets, from the Americas to Europe.
Each year, it strengthens its global presence, connecting the people who are actively shaping tomorrow’s workplaces.
This diversity creates a vibrant ecosystem where knowledge flows freely between industries, generations, and disciplines. From emerging startups to global enterprises, Happiness Camp connects the people shaping the evolution of work across every scale and sector.
At Happiness Camp, ideas turn into action. Nearly three-quarters of our attendees are senior decision-makers with the influence to shape corporate culture, implement innovation, and invest in change.
This is where global leaders, executives, and policy shapers meet to design the next chapter of human sustainability.
HAPPINESS CAMP
ECOSYSTEM
Human Resources & Culture Leaders
HR, People and Culture leaders attend Happiness Camp to rethink how organisations attract, retain and care for talent in a fast-changing world. This is where strategy meets humanity, with real conversations about leadership, performance, engagement and culture beyond buzzwords. Attendees leave with practical insights, global benchmarks and fresh perspectives to build workplaces that are sustainable for both people and business.
Health & Wellbeing Experts
Psychologists, wellbeing leaders, clinicians and workplace health specialists join Happiness Camp to connect science with organisational reality. The conference offers a space to explore mental health, emotional regulation, burnout prevention and human sustainability at scale. It’s an opportunity to exchange evidence-based practices, learn from global case studies and understand how wellbeing can be embedded into work culture, not treated as a side initiative.
Academia & Research
Researchers, professors and students attend Happiness Camp to bridge theory and practice. The conference provides access to real organisational challenges, applied research discussions and cross-disciplinary perspectives on work, leadership, wellbeing and culture. It’s a platform to share knowledge, test ideas in real-world contexts and connect with organisations actively shaping the future of work.
Consultants & Organisational Researchers
Consultants and organisational researchers come to Happiness Camp to stay ahead of how work is evolving. The event offers exposure to global trends, cultural shifts and innovative approaches to leadership and organisational design. Attendees gain insights they can translate into advisory work, transformation projects and evidence-based recommendations for clients navigating complex human and cultural challenges.
WHAT ATTENDEES SAY
Attendee perks
Did you know you’re in for a treat with a whole array of exclusive perks? That’s right! We’ve partnered with local businesses to bring you sweet deals and discounts on everything from transportation to hotels, restaurants, and tourist attractions. Plus, we’ve even scored you discounts on happiness-boosting services to level up your joy game.
Ready to indulge in all the fabulous perks waiting just for you? Dive in and make the most of your Happiness Camp experience!
Comboios de Portugal
*Just present the digital or printed version of your HC Ticket at the physical ticket office – not available for online ticket acquisition.
FlixBus
20% off to travel with FlixBus busses for Porto!
Offer valid for trips between September 13th and September 20th, with bookings opening until September 17th!
Livraria Lello
Free Entrance on showing HC 2024 Ticket
Renaissance Porto Lapa Hotel
15% discount on accommodation rates
HF Hotels
10% discount on accommodation.
TUI
10% discount in all products and cities in Portugal, to book between 9-30 September 2024, to travel anytime until the end of 2025, for unlimited pax.
Get your offer by the link below, using the promocode HAPPYCAMP10
Headspace
60-day free trial of the Headspace app! Use the exclusive code HAPPINESSCAMP24. The code will be valid until 31/10/24 and can be redeemed at headspace.com/code.
Casa Januário
Casa Januário
15% discount offered upon presentation of the HC badge.
Happiness Business School
-35% on all courses
Useful information
Event Location
Alfândega do Porto
Porto, Portugal
Date & Hours
September 17th 2024
Check-In: 8:30 – 17:45
Happiness Camp Agenda: Starts at 9:00, and ends by 22:00.
Check-In:
Access to Happiness Camp requires the acquisition of a Free Ticket, Corporate Ticket, or Donation Ticket. A few days before the event, all attendees will receive their tickets in PDF format, which must be printed.
On September 17th, please bring your printed ticket and place it in a badge holder provided at the entrance. This will be validated to ensure access to the entire event, except for sessions in the Happiness Labs, Playful Pitstop, and The Business Club spaces, which require registration via the Happiness Camp App. Please note that tickets are personal and non-transferable.
Dress Code
Wondering what to wear at Happiness Camp? We’ve got you covered!
Here’s our suggested dress code: Informal yet professional. Think smart-casual outfits, such as dressy jeans paired with a stylish top, khakis with a crisp button-down shirt, or a chic dress with comfortable shoes. The key is to feel at ease while still looking polished and ready for networking.
Map of Happiness Camp 2024
How to Get?
Bus
Porto has an extensive bus network connects the city center with the surrounding areas.
Official website of the Porto bus network: http://www.stcp.pt/en/
Information on tickets and fares: http://www.stcp.pt/en/tickets-and-fares/ticket-types/
FlixBus attendee perk:
– 20% off on all buses with destination to Porto;
Find out more under the “Perks” section of the Happiness Camp App
Train
Planning to come by train? We have partnered up with the folks at CP – Comboios de Portugal, to make life easier for you:
– 30% off on all Intercidades, Interregional & Regional train trips
– 3€ discount on all round-trip journeys on Comboios Suburbanos do Porto
Find out more under the “Perks” section of the Happiness Camp App.
Tram
The tram network in Porto is limited but can be a fun and scenic way to get around.
Official website of the historic trams in Porto: http://www.stcp.pt/en/tourist-lines/
Information on tickets and fares: http://www.stcp.pt/en/tickets-and-fares/ticket-types/tourist-tickets/
Tube
Porto has a metro system with six lines that cover most of the city.
Official website of the Porto metro system: https://en.metrodoporto.pt/
Information on tickets and fares: https://en.metrodoporto.pt/pagegen.asp?SYS_PAGE_ID=1469450&cboui=1469450
Andante
To save money on public transport in Porto, you can purchase a rechargeable Andante card, which allows you to load credit and use it for multiple trips on different modes of transport.
Official website of the Andante card: https://www.linhandante.com/en/
Information on where to buy Andante card: https://www.linhandante.com/en/where-to-buy/
Information on Andante tickets and fares: https://www.linhandante.com/en/tickets-fares/
Parking
Driving to Happiness Camp? No worries, we’ve got your parking needs covered! We’ve identified two convenient parking lots nearby to ensure you have a hassle-free experience:
Parque Estacionamento Alfandega do Porto:
https://mobilidade.cm-porto.pt/estacionamento-em-parques/parque-de-estacionamento-alfandega
Parque Estacionamento Saba Ribeira:
https://www.saba.pt/pt/estacionamento-porto/parque-de-estacionamento-saba-ribeira

























