31 Upcoming Events

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23 Jan 2026
Bristol

Ethical AI & Technology Governance Basics – 1 Day Workshop in Bristol

This workshop provides a practical understanding of how to design, manage, and govern AI systems responsibly. Participants will explore ethical frameworks, accountability structures, bias awareness, regulatory implications, and transparency practices to ensure AI systems align with human values. Attendees will learn to make ethical decisions, reduce harm, and integrate governance controls into AI development and deployment. AI is rapidly shaping business, policy, and society, yet many organizations struggle with governance frameworks. This program translates complex ethical concepts into simple, practical tools for immediate application.

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23 Jan 2026
Bristol

AI Start Ups @ Bristol

A community-led event for entrepreneurs and businesses in Bristol focused on AI startups. Attendees can share ideas, find co-founders, discuss business problems, and explore how to leverage AI. Perfect for those looking to integrate AI into their business or practice their pitch. The event aims to support and grow local AI startups through networking and collaboration. This is planned as a monthly event.

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24 Jan 2026
Leeds

AI & Creativity Meetup

Join the AI & Creativity Meetup by OpenWave in Leeds for an evening of conversation, idea exchange, and learning about how AI is shaping work, creation, and building new ideas. This event is for anyone curious about AI tools, creative projects with AI, or starting something in the AI space. No technical background is required, just an open mind and curiosity. Expect open discussions, casual networking, drinks, and light snacks. Leave with new perspectives, connections, and inspiration.

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27 Jan 2026
Manchester

True Worth Tech Talks

This meetup cuts through the hype of AI predictions, focusing on what's actually likely to happen in 2026 based on real tech trajectories. Topics include the future of enterprise AI, impact on roles, and the shift from tools to autonomous systems. It is perfect for engineers, data practitioners, AI builders, product people, and technical leaders seeking clarity on AI's direction and how Manchester's tech ecosystem can adapt.

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28 Jan 2026
Manchester

AI Workshop & Networking at The Manchester College

Hands-on workshop at The Manchester College City Campus. Learn to automate mini-tools and build apps without code using Zapt.ai. Join us for an amazing morning of learning and networking! We will be welcoming Billy Gilchrist – Business Innovation Advisor to present an interactive session on the applications of AI and how you can use it improve your business and your creativity. You will also learn how to use ChatGPT to write content, automate admin tasks and generate ideas, create social media posts, websites and presentations using Gamma.app, produce AI-powered videos with voiceovers using Synthesia.io, use Newarc.AI for AI-assisted sketching and product design, turn messy notes and documents into useable insights using Notebook.LM.

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28 Jan 2026
Newcastle

Business Innovation with AI: 1 Day Session in Newcastle

This one-day workshop in Newcastle is designed for business professionals to learn how to leverage AI tools for improved productivity, decision-making, and operational efficiency. Without requiring technical knowledge, the course focuses on practical business use cases like analysis, planning, communication, and workflow optimization. Participants will gain confidence in using AI as a business support tool, understanding its value, limitations, and responsible application to enhance human judgment.

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28 Jan 2026
Bristol

AI For Purpose: Building Technology That Actually Matters

Join Matt Wicks of The Virtual Forge for 'AI For Purpose,' an essential conversation on building AI that delivers real-world impact. This workshop provides a practical, human-centric 4-step framework for implementing AI solutions to solve genuine problems. Through real-world case studies in accessibility, scientific discovery, and environmental conservation, learn to cut through the AI hype and create positive value. Perfect for business owners, small companies, large organizations, or anyone curious about AI's practical applications. Gain concrete strategies to guide AI initiatives toward meaningful impact for people and communities.

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30 Jan 2026
Newcastle

Essential Human Skills for AI & Remote Work

Build critical human skills to thrive alongside AI, communicate remotely, think clearly, and collaborate with trust in virtual teams. This 1-day course focuses on essential human skills for an AI-driven and remote work environment, exploring how to balance AI tools with sound human judgment, build trust in virtual teams, and make better decisions in uncertain environments.

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31 Jan 2026
Newcastle

AI Tools for Modern Education: 1 Day Training in Newcastle

This 1 Day course in Newcastle is designed for educators to understand how artificial intelligence can be used responsibly and effectively in educational environments. The training focuses on practical classroom applications of AI, including lesson planning, learning support, assessments, and administrative efficiency, without compromising ethics, academic integrity, or professional judgment. Participants will learn to evaluate AI outputs critically, set clear boundaries, and prepare for future trends in AI-enabled learning.

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9 Feb 2026
Newcastle

Unlocking AI for Real Business Impact

Join Newcastle NatWest Accelerator for three dynamic and practical sessions designed to demystify artificial intelligence and help businesses harness its potential. Led by Christine Braithwaite, a Digital Skills Trainer with expertise in AI and experience with Google Digital Garage, this workshop will cover AI fundamentals, practical business applications, and effective prompting techniques. Ideal for business owners curious about AI, no technical background required. Learn to drive efficiency, improve customer experience, and unlock new opportunities with AI.

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18 Feb 2026
Leeds

AI & Machine Learning Networking Leeds Edition

This event is a networking opportunity for those interested in AI and Machine Learning, including founders, engineers, data scientists, and innovators. It's a welcoming space to connect, learn from each other, and explore artificial intelligence in a laid-back environment in Leeds. Limited spots are available.

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18 Feb 2026
Bristol

Demystifying AI for Small Business Owners Using ChatGPT

This workshop aims to help small business owners understand and utilize AI, specifically ChatGPT, for their business needs. The event will cover what AI is, how to brainstorm AI applications, and a hands-on ChatGPT workshop focusing on prompting, refining prompts, and verifying results. Held at Bristol Central Library.

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5 Mar 2026
London

AI Builders London Old St. - Mar 5th

Join AI Builders London for their monthly meetup focusing on practical demos & talks about building with LLMs and Generative AI models. Geared towards developers, product people, data lovers, and ML engineers, this event features speed demos, pioneer talks, networking, pizza, and drinks. Technical LLM knowledge is recommended. Connect with 80+ technical attendees and a larger community of 3000+ AI Nerds in Europe for the latest insights.

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18 Mar 2026
Norwich

Norwich AI Summit 4.0

Afternoon of AI talks, panels and networking exploring AI's impact on business and society. Speakers from Google, local industry and academia discuss AI ethics, workplace change and personal impact — plus Q&A and networking. Earlybird tickets free.

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2 Apr 2026
Brighton

Accelerate Your Sales with AI - Live Workshop in BRIGHTON

This Masterclass gives you the tools, the know-how, and the confidence to make AI work for your business. No tech background needed. No overwhelm. Just smart strategies and simple tools to help you move faster and sell better. By the end of this session, you’ll walk away knowing exactly how to: Streamline your outreach, Personalise your follow-ups, Build a smarter system that does the heavy lifting. With AI strategies that will stand the test of time and accelerate your sales.

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3 Jun 2026
Newcastle

AI in Production

Conference in Newcastle focused on running AI systems in production: workshops, conference talks and a drinks reception. For ML engineers, MLOps, SREs and product teams to learn best practices for deploying and operating AI at scale.

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4 Jun 2026
Newcastle

AI in Production

Join Jumping Rivers in Newcastle upon Tyne for the first installment of the 'AI in Production' conference. This two-day event will include an afternoon of workshops and a day of conference talks, covering topics related to putting AI into real-world applications and production environments. A drinks reception is also included.

Create With Conference 2026
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Create With
25 Jun 2026
Brighton

Create With Conference 2026

Join 700+ professionals, founders, and makers for the UK's most hands-on AI and no-code conference ​Whether you're shipping your first automation or scaling your tenth product, Create With 2026 is where ideas become reality. This isn't just another conference: it's a full-day immersive experience designed to help you build, launch, and grow with AI and visual development tools. ​What Makes This Different? ​Hands-On. Actionable. Practical. ​Forget passive talks and theoretical frameworks. At Create With, you'll learn by doing. Our workshops, live demos, and interactive sessions are designed around one goal: helping you ship something real. Leave with a working prototype, a streamlined workflow, or the exact playbook to build your next project. ​Who's This For? ​🎯 Complete Beginners looking to build their first app or automation 🚀 Non-technical founders ready to bring their ideas to life without code 💼 Business owners wanting to streamline operations with AI agents 📊 Marketing, ops, and product teams exploring what's possible with modern tools ⚡ Advanced builders pushing the boundaries of visual development ​No coding experience required. Just bring your curiosity and willingness to create. ​What to Expect ​Real Founders. Real Stories. Real Results. ​Learn from founders who've built profitable businesses, technical experts pushing AI boundaries, and business owners transforming their operations: all using no-code and AI tools. Discover how they're shipping products, automating workflows, and scaling without traditional development teams. ​Three Focused Tracks: ​🎤 Founders & Business - From idea to launch to revenue 🔧 Technical Deep Dives - Advanced techniques and tool mastery 🛠️ Hands-On Workshops - Build alongside experts in real-time ​Epic Networking & After-Party ​Connect with hundreds of like-minded creators, potential co-founders, and tool experts. The legendary Create With after-party is where collaborations begin and friendships are forged. ​Why Attend? ​✨ Ship Something Real - Leave with a working prototype or automation 🎯 Learn What Actually Works - No fluff, just proven strategies 🤝 Find Your Community - Meet builders at every stage of their journey 🛠️ Get Hands-On - Interactive workshops and live building sessions 🎉 Celebrate Together - End the day at our signature after-party ​What are the vibes like? ​The same friendly, welcoming, and inclusive vibe you loved in 2025. Bigger venue, deeper workshops, and even more opportunities to connect. Whether you're automating your first workflow or launching your next startup, you belong here.

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