CIPD Festival of Work | 10-11 June 2026

Join us next year at the Excel London on 9–10 June.

The CIPD Festival of Work returned to support HR and people professionals in shaping thriving, future-ready organisations. Over two days, the event brought together expert speakers, interactive experiences and meaningful networking focused on improving workplace performance and productivity. Register your interest today for the 2027 Festival of Work

Stay ahead of the most pressing people and work challenges

Across two content-rich days, visitors explored sessions on skills, performance, technology, leadership and employee experience, designed to drive real business outcomes.

Access evidence-led insight you can apply in practice

Visitors moved beyond theory with the new "Practical Solutions" stage, offering real-world answers to day-to-day challenges, from employment law to retention.

Strengthen workplace performance and productivity

Visitors discovered strategies to enhance workplace performance and productivity across the speaker sessions, then explored the Festival floor to find industry leading service and solution providers.

Connect with HR and people professionals across sectors

Visitors shared perspectives, learned from peers and strengthen their professional network, through both informal connections and guided networking sessions.