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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.
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SXSW London
2 - 7 June | London
sxswlondon.com
This week, it’s the inaugural SXSW London - building on the four-decade legacy of the South By Southwest music, arts, film and tech conference in Austin, Texas. Taking place across 34 venues, galleries, clubs and spaces in and around Shoreditch, in East London, this new UK edition promises to showcase the world's best innovators. Expect boundary-breaking panels, performances, exhibitions, and networking opportunities that will push creativity to the next level.
Northern Marketing Festival
10 - 12 June | Liverpool, Leeds, Manchester
www.prolificnorth.co.uk/northern-marketing-festival/
The Northern Marketing Festival is putting the spotlight on marketing talent outside the capital. Touring through three mighty Northern cities to bring together creatives, strategists and communication professionals, this is a celebration of regional excellence. Designed to shout about the fantastic work that happens in the North, and so inspire more brilliance.
The Miseducation of Women's Sport
12 June | London
www.house337.com/events-and-insights/the-miseducation-of-womens
Women's sports are experiencing a boom in growth, participation, viewership, and cultural significance. Yet, many brands are still playing by the old rules and missing the opportunity to get involved. The communication around the space is holding it back. The Miseducation of Women's Sport will dissect the pitfalls of current campaigns by discussing the misconceptions that are hindering progress, and how to do it better.
Youth Marketing Strategy
18 - 19 June | London
www.wearepion.com/event/yms-ldn
Looking to get your brand future-ready? YMS gathers the world’s top brands, agencies and Gen Z experts for two high-energy days of insight into what appeals to a new wave of 16-24s. Hear from real voices in youth culture about their culture. Understanding their trends and behaviours can help marketing professionals connect more authentically with younger audiences.
APG Speed Mentoring: How to Navigate Your Career in Strategy
25 June | London
A unique speed mentoring event, that offers strategists at various career stages the opportunity to receive guidance from the pros. Through small groups, you’ll get advice and ideas about how to manage your career. There are many paths to take in strategy, and this is your chance to peek into the future to see which path is best for you.
Ideas to Action Strategy: Vision Mapping ™ for Business Clarity
27 June | Newcastle
www.bipcnortheast.co.uk/events/ideas-to-action-strategy-vision-mapping-for-business-clarity/
This hands-on workshop is set to help you turn ideas into a clear, actionable strategy. Visual strategist, TEDx Speaker, author, and creator of VisionMapping™, Ann English, will guide participants through the VisionMapping™ exercise. It’s a practical, low-pressure environment to discover how visual thinking unlocks direction.
MAD//Fest London
1 - 3 July | London
madfestlondon.com
More festival than conference, MAD//Fest has built a cult following thanks to its fast-paced, no-fluff format. Enjoy 3 explosive days of superstar speakers, brand innovation pitches, masterclasses, experiential activations AND MORE! This is truly the perfect playground for marketing professionals looking to do things differently. This year is set to be the biggest yet, with a HUGE festival site bringing 15,000+ brands and agencies together to be emboldened to shake up the industry.
RUVO x LinkedIn: Show Up & Stand Out
4 July | London
ruvo.co/events/ruvo-x-linkedin-show-up-stand-out
It’s all about personal branding at this unique event hosted by RUVO in collaboration with LinkedIn. Designed for freelancers who are ready to take control of how they show up online. Get insider tips on how to increase your profile visibility to attract the right clients and roles.
UK Creative Festival
9 - 10 July | Margate
ukcreativefestival.co.uk
Back in the colourful seaside town of Margate, the UK Creative Festival brings together the UK creative community to meet, mingle and make moves. This festival is for anyone and any level - from seasoned pros to the young guns starting out. The diverse speaker line-up is eager to share insights and ideas that will challenge the status quo. It’s the most fun way to ignite your creative spark.
ELEVATE Summit – Performance Marketing Summit
15 July | London
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/elevate-summit-performance-marketing-summit-tickets-1017436679497
Step into the future of performance marketing this Summer. Laser-focused on metrics, ELEVATE will showcase how the synergy between affiliate marketing, sales and lead generation is the catalyst for business growth. Get powerful (and practical) tips to revolutionise the way you work from the top professionals in these fields.
TECHSPO London 2025
28 - 29 August | London
The 8th annual TECHSPO will bring together some of the best developers, brands, marketers, technology providers, designers, innovators and evangelists looking to set the pace in the tech world. Tech will definitely impact your business; understand how by checking out the exhibitors showcasing the next generation of technological innovation. Further, there will be a wide range of speaker presentations, product demos and live podcast recording. This is a great way for marketing professionals and leaders to discover how tech can fuel creative growth.
DigiMarCon UK 2025
28 -29 August | London
Also returning for its 8th edition, the conference features keynote speakers, masterclasses, and networking opportunities - all to equip the digital marketing industry with the latest strategies and tools. Discover the latest innovations shaping tomorrow’s marketing landscape on the exhibition floor. Hosted at Sofitel London Heathrow, so expect big ideas in a polished setting with plenty of time to connect with fellow marketers over drinks.
Process Events 003 – Leeds
25 September | Leeds
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/process-events-003-leeds-tickets-1053115228999
Process Events is all about uncovering the how behind great work. This Leeds edition will continue unpacking the practical side of creative work by sharing the processes used by freelancers, founders and teams. In other words, it’s reverse engineering a project or campaign to actually see what it takes to deliver exceptional creative output.
Festival of Marketing 2025
2 October | London
marketingweek.com/festival-of-marketing
Enjoy another incredible day of content at the Festival of Marketing - an influential event on the calendar of senior marketers and strategists. Across 7 stages, expect insightful and inspirational speakers who will offer fresh perspectives on what good looks like and how to achieve it. Marketing Week designs the festival to empower marketers and leaders to build better brands for a brighter future.
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The Marketing Meetup IRL
Throughout the Year | Nationwide
themarketingmeetup.com/events/in-person/
Built on kindness and community, The Marketing Meetup’s in-person events are a breath of fresh air in the often high-octane world of networking. These events are more low-key and accessible, taking only a few hours instead of a full day or week. It’s ideal for casual learning and development.
Held regularly across various cities in the British Isles, each meet-up aims to put a smile on your face and new thoughts in your head. Here are some of the upcoming TMM IRL events, but check out their site for the complete list:
TMM IRL: Making your marketing more accessible
11 June | Milton Keynes
TMM IRL: Using your Competitors to Supercharge your Search
25 June | Reading
TMM IRL: Marketing & Community – What Really Matters Now
3 July | Hertfordshire
TMM IRL: The Hollywood Method – crafting blockbuster brand stories that sell
9 July | London
TMM IRL: How to Practise Curiosity for Better Creative Thinking
16 July | Bristol and Bath
TMM IRL: From chaos to clarity – why strategy matters
22 July | Liverpool
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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.
