Overview
CIPD Festival of Work 2026 is a large-scale HR and people profession event bringing together HR, L&D, and people leaders in London. Hosted at ExCeL London, the festival combines a free-to-visit exhibition with a paid conference program, offering flexible ways to engage with learning, innovation, and networking.
Over two days, the Festival of Work features high-profile keynotes, multiple content stages, and a broad range of exhibitors showcasing people, skills, and HR technology solutions. Attendees can explore key themes such as employee experience, inclusion, wellbeing, learning, and workplace technology, while building lasting connections with peers and partners across the people profession.
Description
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Who Can Attend
HR and People Leaders
Learning and Development Leaders
HR Tech Buyers
Industries Relevant To
Topics Covered
Employee Experience
HR Technology
Inclusion
Well-Being
Expected Outcomes
Lasting Connections
Multi-Track Learning
Partner Discovery
Prerequisites to Attend
None