introducing our free programme

NOV 23-25 2026, MEDIACITY

WHERE CREATIVITY MEETS RESEARCH AND IDEAS BECOME ACTION.

Creativity + Technology + Culture + for everyone

A series of live events celebrating the people, ideas and art forms reshaping what's possible at the intersection of creativity and technology.

Taking the energy of BEYOND Conference off the stage and into the room, each event is immersive, social and FREE — expect live performances, hands-on workshops and conversations you won't find anywhere else.

Festival is the chance for everyone to be part of the conversation. It recognises the success and value of previous Fringe events and brings them into the heart of the programme - events like last year's Creative Mixer at Hot House in Salford — a sell-out night of live performance, spatial audio, digital art and creative tech.

Produced in partnership with Salford City Council, MediaCity, University of Salford and GM Business Growth Hub.

Register now to get access to all free events.
Full events listings to be announced soon!

How it works

Register for your free ticket to be the first to hear about FESTIVAL events.

You’ll be sent the full listings in advance - simply select which ones you’d like to attend to reserve your place and receive the ticket to your phone. One time, easy registration.

You do not need to have a ticket to the full BEYOND conference to attend. Festival is open to all, select events will be +18s. Conference attendees will be automatically registered.

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