The schedule of events for Leicestershire Innovation Festival 2026 has just been released!
From innovation funding and life sciences, to AI, cyber security, skills, digital manufacturing and university collaboration — this year’s programme brings together businesses, academics and innovation partners from across the region.
Dip into one session or join us across the week and discover practical support to help your business grow.
Monday March 9
1. Growth Hub Launch Event. What Does Innovation Mean to You and Your Business?
2. The Money Map: Funding Journeys that Power Innovation
Tuesday March 10
4. Interactive Workshop: Boosting SME Resource Efficiency with Digital Manufacturing
Wednesday March 11
5. Rutland Business Summit 2026
6. Fortifying Your Business: AI and Cyber Security Strategies for Leading SMEs
7. Growth Forum: Shaping Tomorrow Through Innovation
Thursday March 12
8. Skills Unlocked: Shaping Tomorrow’s Talent Through Apprenticeships, Inclusion and AI
9. Digital Transformation Toolkit for Manufacturing SMEs
