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BDF Conference: June 2027
BDF Conference returns in June 2027. Read on to find out more about the format.
The format
BDF Conference will return in 2027, taking the best bits of the Birmingham Design Festival and condensing it into a smaller format that’s just as fun and accessible. You can expect a host of familiar faces and exceptional design talent to learn from this year in June.
Day One
Workshops
A day of crafting and learning held at Birmingham City University and around Birmingham, followed by some talks finishing with the BDF Social.
Day Two
Conference
Join us for a day-long schedule of talks from an unmissable line-up of designers and creatives.
Tickets
Two day pass
Adults £125 / Student £75 / Add hotel for £75
Access to the conference across both days with early access to workshop registration.
Just the conference
Adults £75 / Students £50
Only fancy the talks? This is for you.
We also do group booking discounts and bursary tickets. Get in touch if you’d like to find out more
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Access information
All of our venues are wheelchair accessible. For directions and guidance visit our venues page and select the venue you require.
Wheelchair accessible seating is available to purchase when getting your ticket for BDF Conference.