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UK CREATIVE FESTIVAL
9 – 10 July
Thank you for coming!
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN TWO DAYS OF UNMISSABLE CONTENT.
FEATURING WORLD-CLASS SPEAKERS, THOUGHT-PROVOKING TALKS AND GROUND-BREAKING PANELS THAT PUSH THE BOUNDARIES OF CREATIVITY.
Connect with the brightest minds in advertising, design, music, film, tech and more through curated networking opportunities. Whether you're looking to expand your creative network, form new partnerships, or simply spark meaningful conversations, the UK Creative Festival is the perfect space to make it happen.
FROM INDUSTRY ICONS TO RISING STARS, OUR LINEUP OF SPEAKERS WILL SHARE INSIGHTS, SPARK IDEAS AND CHALLENGE THE STATUS QUO.
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THIS YEAR’S FESTIVAL IS BIGGER AND BOLDER, BLENDING INSPIRATION, CONNECTION AND PURE CREATIVE ENERGY.
Kick things off with our opening day on Wednesday 9th July.
It’s all about connecting and mingling down by the sea! Dive into a feast of fringe events across town, from beachside gatherings and culture drops and wellness activities to Creative Town Hall debates with the most celebrated creative minds.
Day Two, Thursday 10th, starts with a Deep Dive into Creativity.
Immerse yourself in a full day of thought leadership talks, hands-on workshops, meet the next gen of raw creative talent at the Creative Careers Fair, and join in with unbeatable networking opportunities. Meet disruptors and future collaborators.
🏆 Closing with a Bang, The Creative Circle Awards and our official afterparty.
We’ll wrap up in style at the highly anticipated 80th Creative Circle Awards, honouring the best in UK creativity followed by our official after party.
FIND OUT WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND BELOW, OR CLICK 'WHAT'S ON' TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THIS YEAR'S THEME, TOPICS AND SPEAKERS
WHY YOU SHOULD COME IN 2026?
THE UK CREATIVE FESTIVAL IS SUPERCHARGING THE UK'S CREATIVE INDUSTRIES.
Be part of a network that inspires idea-led thinking to foster a culture of daring creativity - for now and for the future.
WE BELIEVE THAT CREATIVITY AND INNOVATIVE THINKING ARE THE FOUNDATIONS OF SUCCESS.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
WHETHER YOU'RE AT THE TOP OF YOUR CREATIVE GAME, OR AN ASPIRING CREATIVE WITH AMBITION, THE UK CREATIVE FESTIVAL IS THE PLACE TO MEET, MINGLE AND MAKE MOVES...
If you work in the creative industry, this is your chance to mingle with like-minded creatives of all levels. Find new talent, find new opportunities, the UK Creative Festival is a melting pot of possibilities.
STEP INTO A SPACE BUILT FOR CREATIVE MINDS TO LEARN, CONNECT AND GROW.
WHERE CREATIVITY CONNECTS
LEARN SOMETHING NEW
Join us for keynote talks from creative legends and expert-led panel discussions, looking at the big issues affecting our industry today, this is one event you can’t afford to miss. Whichever stage of your creative career you’re in, you’re never too old to be inspired by something new.
SUPERCHARGE YOUR CREATIVITY ALONGSIDE THE BEST OF THE UK CREATIVE INDUSTRY.
THIS IS NOT JUST ANOTHER CONFERENCE
WELCOME TO DREAMLAND
A festival in a fairground. An awards ceremony on a dodgems track. Hangouts on the beach. We do things different.
CONNECT WITH YOUNG CREATIVES
We are home to the UK’s ONLY Creative Career’s Fair for young and ambitious creative talent.
NOURISH THE SOUL
Whether it’s meditation or morning yoga on Margate beach, we have a wellness schedule to feed your spirit.
CATCH FUTURE STARS
Get a look at the latest award-winning work from the Creative Circle Awards.
FAIRGROUND FUN
Enjoy your day at one of Britain's most well-loved amusement parks!
SUPERCHARGE YOUR CREATIVITY ALONGSIDE THE BEST OF THE UK CREATIVE INDUSTRY.
Industries attending this years event include:
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