Looking to stay ahead? Well, then it’s time to join the conversation!
Below is a curated list of industry events, perfect for those working in, or looking to get into the digital, marketing, creative, product and tech industries. There is huge value in being part of these shared experiences. Each event a different flavour, but all offer the opportunity to taste the sweetness of sparking ideas that shape careers.
We’ll be updating the list throughout the year, so bookmark this page and keep checking in. Remember, levelling up starts with showing up.
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Gartner Marketing Symposium/Xpo™
11 - 12 May | London
www.gartner.com/en/conferences/emea/marketing-symposium-uk
Tackle priorities including customer experience strategy, marketing technology and analytics, and data management at the world’s most important gathering of CMOs and Marketing Executives. Discover exactly what you need to drive large-scale growth in your organisation.
Northern Marketing Festival
12 - 14 May | Liverpool, Leeds, Manchester
www.prolificnorth.co.uk/northern-marketing-festival
Join the biggest celebration of marketing and creativity in the North - the festival brings together the region’s brightest minds for a week of insight, ideas, and inspiration. Beyond showcasing the exceptional talent producing marvellous work, you can also enjoy engaging and thought-provoking talks unpacking the changing landscape of marketing.
The Digital Leaders' Collective - Evolution in Motion
14 May | Leeds
www.blacklabdigital.co.uk/black-lab-events-the-digital-leaders-collective
This is a dynamic quarterly gathering where forward-thinking marketers, visionary brand leaders, and innovative strategists converge to push share ideas, discuss and learn. As platforms, behaviour and expectations continue to shift, the challenge for marketing teams is no longer reacting to change, but learning how to move with it. This session will look for how strategies evolve in real time - understanding how to stay grounded while everything else accelerates.
SocialDay
19 - 20 May | London
socialday.co.uk
Designed for professionals at every level, this marketing festival exists to inform and inspire. The world of social media moves fast, so stay on top of what's working with access to practical strategies to improve your content and a deep dive into industry trends.
Youth Marketing Strategy 2026
21 May | London
www.wearepion.com/event/yms-ldn
YMS will once again bring together the brightest minds and most relevant brands shaping the youth marketing landscape. Designed for the next-gen learning where marketers, creators, strategists and brand builders work together towards tomorrow. Hear directly from a diverse mix of young people and walk away with a clear action plan of how to engage youth audiences entering the marketplace.
Social Commerce Festival 2026
22 May | London
socialcommercefest.com/home
Strated in Los Angeles, this global tour is now coming to Longon. Designed for creators, brands, retailers, and digital entrepreneurs passionate about the future of commerce, content and community, this festival is all about connection and culture. This London edition has been thoughtfully scaled to focus on deep connection, inspiration, learning, and real-world networking in an intimate setting - all to explore how creative content fuels transactions in today’s digital economy.
SXSW London
1 - 6 June | London
www.sxswlondon.com
The global platform where ideas ignite, industries converge, and the future takes shape. More than a festival of ideas, SXSW London is a catalyst for bold thinking and real-world impact. It’s where open debate fuels discovery, so join to experience how unexpected conversations spark collaboration and culture.
Become the Obvious Choice
10 - 11 June | London
www.story22.co.uk/storybrand-unreasonable-hospitality-workshop-in-london-2026
Hosted by STORY22 and led by Dr JJ Peterson, this workshop will show you have to build a competive advantage that's hard to copy. It's a two-day intensive workshop for founders and leadership teams who want clarity in their message and momentum through exceptional customer experience.
UK Creative Festival
1 - 2 July | Margate
www.ukcreativefestival.co.uk
Connect with the brightest minds in advertising, design, music, film, tech and more through curated networking opportunities. The UK Creative Festival is the perfect space to supercharge your creativity - equipping you to turn your best ideas into impact.
Out Of Office: Marketing & Business Growth Conference
24 July | Newquay
www.eventbrite.ca/e/out-of-office-marketing-business-growth-conference-presented-by-marwick-tickets
This event is designed for ambitious marketing managers, business owners and brand leaders who want to drive measurable results in a changing commercial landscape. By focussing on practica insight rather than theory, the sessions will support driving growth against measurable goals.
DigiMarCon UK 2026
3 - 4 September | London
digimarconuk.co.uk
The premier digital marketing conference returns for it's 9th year. Packed with cutting-edge strategies, actionable insights, and the latest trends in the digital marketing world, this is an opportunity to dive deep into the next generation of tech and innovation. This is where the brightest minds come together to shape the future of marketing.
Nottingham Digital Summit
25 September | Nottingham
www.nottinghamdigitalsummit.co.uk
As the Midland's bigges digital marketing event, the summit brings together more than 500 delegates from across the world of marketing, creative and technology. With talks from 35+ exceptional industry thought-leaders plus a networking floor to chat to experts across all realms of digital, every moment will help marketing pros stay ahead.
BEYOND Conference
23 - 25 November | Manchester
beyondconference.org
The UK's leading conference for creative industries research and innovation returns for its 9th year. Join an international community of thinkers, makers, investors and researchers exploring pioneering R&D and global opportunities. Expect inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, cutting-edge showcases and invaluable networking across three days at The Lowry. BEYOND is where the creative industries converge to turn bold ideas into impact.
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Check out these events and choose one to attend. Whether it’s your first or 1000th industry event, lifelong learning is paramount amid the rapid technological development. If you want to either advertise or partner with us for an upcoming event, please reach out to talk@majorplayers.co.uk.
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