The Innovate Cambridge Summit 2026 will bring together more than 600 leaders from across research, industry, investment, government and the wider innovation ecosystem to explore the next phase of innovation-led growth for Cambridge and the UK.
Taking place at the Guildhall, Cambridge on 21 October 2026, the event will provide an update on progress across the Innovate Cambridge initiative while setting out future ambitions for one of the world’s leading innovation ecosystems.
The Summit has become a platform for announcements from government, industry and academia, as well as a forum for shaping progress and future direction – exploring what good growth looks like in practice and showcasing how Cambridge technologies will drive the UK economy and change the world.
We will provide an update on progress and delivery, examine the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of the UK innovation economy, from scaling breakthrough companies and attracting investment to building stronger partnerships between cities, regions and institutions.
2026 themes:
Agenda:
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Speakers:
To view a list of confirmed speakers, please click here or visit the Speakers tab at the top of this page.
Registration: The Summit is at capacity with a growing waitlist. If you’re no longer able to attend, please let us know by emailing [email protected], so we can offer your place to someone on the waitlist.