From established festivals to just-launched talks, here are some of the events we’re looking forward to in 2026. Let us know which ones you’ll be attending – we’d love to see you there!
18–19 March, Protein Studios London
New this year, the two-day ATN Summit was set up by Oliver Thomas of Archi-Tech Network as a forum for exchanging ideas and experiences in relation to the impact of tech on the worlds of architecture and construction.
Representatives from global firms including Heatherwick Studios and Foster + Partners appear in this year’s lineup of talks and workshops at Protein Studios in Shoreditch.
19th–21st May, venues vary
2 June–2 July 2026, Design Centre Chelsea Harbour
12–20 September 2026, various venues
The 24th edition of the London Design Festival takes place over nine days at venues around the capital, celebrating and promoting London as an international centre of design. Highlights include exhibitions, installations and workshops from leading designers, artists and makers.
The event also honours individual achievement in design with its London Design Medals awards ceremony. Last year’s recipients included Norman Foster and Sinead Burke.
14–18 September, Design Centre Chelsea Harbour
11–14 October, Kensington Olympia
