The Best Graphic Design Conferences in the UK

The UK is home to a thriving creative industry, and its graphic design conferences provide an inspiring space for designers, artists, and industry professionals to connect, learn, and stay ahead of trends. Whether you’re an aspiring creative or a seasoned professional, these events offer the opportunity to explore cutting-edge design concepts, hear from industry-leading speakers, and engage in hands-on workshops.

Graphic Design Conferences UK

Discover the best graphic design conferences in the UK that will fuel your creativity and elevate your craft

Birmingham Design Festival

Where:
Birmingham, UK
When:
Jun 2026

Birmingham Design Festival is a city-wide celebration of design, bringing together creatives from graphic design, illustration, digital, product, and beyond.

It offers talks, workshops, exhibitions, and plenty of chances to meet fellow designers while exploring Birmingham’s vibrant creative scene.

SXSW London

Where:
London, United Kingdom
When:
1-6 Jun 2026

SXSW London is the new European edition of the iconic SXSW festival, bringing together creativity, culture, technology, and innovation in one multidisciplinary event.

It features talks, performances, exhibitions, and networking opportunities that connect global thinkers, artists, and creators in the heart of London.

All Flows

Where:
Milton Keynes, UK
When:
13–15 May 2026

All Flows is an international creative, design and digital festival bringing together leading artists, designers and innovators for talks, workshops and inspiration. Expect a curated lineup of boundary-pushing speakers and immersive sessions designed to spark fresh ideas and connections.

The Design It; Build It (DIBI)

Where:
Edinburgh, UK
When:
19-20 Mar 2026

Design It; Build It (DIBI) brings together designers, developers, and digital professionals to explore the latest trends in product design and technology.

It features talks from industry leaders, hands-on workshops, and opportunities to connect with others working across digital design and development.

Leading Design London

Where:
London, UK
When:
11-12 Nov 2026

Leading Design is a two-day conference for design leaders curated by Clearleft. Sessions cover hiring, culture, team structure, stakeholder management, and wellbeing.

London Design Festival

Where:
London, UK
When:
12-20 Sep 2026

London Design Festival is an annual design event presenting landmark commissions, installations, exhibitions and talks. It includes the Global Design Forum, a partner programme and the London Design Medals.

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