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Here’s where you can find out about our exceptional venues, innovations and initiatives in the world of conferencing in Leeds. There’s always something happening and there’s always something on the horizon for our city too. Keep up to date with all the updates and developments here. The exceptional venues, unique events, innovations and initiatives that keep Leeds amongst the top UK conference destinations.

Leeds wins bid to keep UKREiiF in the city for future years

Following an exploration of potential host cities, the organisers behind The UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum have announced that it will remain in Leeds for the foreseeable future.

23 Nov 2023

The Style Hatchery brings the brightest children’s lifestyle brands to Leeds for inaugural summit

The Style Hatchery – a brand new summit for children’s lifestyle brands – has chosen Leeds for its inaugural industry event in 2024.

22 Nov 2023

Conference Leeds appoints internationally experienced Conference Officer to bolster city promotion

Conference Leeds has welcomed a new addition to the team as Cindy Williams, who has international experience in events and conferencing joins as Conference Officer.

30 Oct 2023

Game On: Nexus Leads the Way as the First Local Company to Join the UK Corporate Games 2024

Nexus, the University of Leeds hub for innovators and entrepreneurs, signs up for the UK Corporate Games 2024 taking place in the vibrant city of Leeds, next July

23 Oct 2023

Leeds to host the 5th UK CCUS and Hydrogen Decarbonisation Summit for the second-year running

17th October 2023: Following the 2023 success of the 4th UK CCUS and Hydrogen Decarbonisation Summit, Leeds has been chosen once again to host the 5th annual summit at the Royal Armouries in 2024.

17 Oct 2023

University of Leeds Conferences and Events wins prestigious diversity, equity, and inclusion award

University of Leeds Conferences and Events has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.

12 Oct 2023

UK Corporate Games will show Leeds is the business for sport

Leeds is set to take its place in the national sporting spotlight once again after being confirmed as the host city for the UK Corporate Games 2024.

12 Sep 2023

Communication Matters’ annual conference returns to Leeds to highlight further support needed for those with speech difficulties

Communication Matters is making its 12th return to the city of Leeds next month with a conference to raise awareness and improve knowledge on communication solutions for those with little or no speech

30 Aug 2023

European Association for Evolutionary Political Economy Conference to be held in Leeds for first time

Leeds will be welcoming the European Association for Evolutionary Political Economy (EAEPE) Conference for the first time, which invites delegates to join the debate on how to empower the reshaping of markets, infrastructure investment and AI.

3 Aug 2023

New West Yorkshire partnership approved to boost regional tourism

Towns and cities across West Yorkshire have joined forces for a new strategic tourism partnership that will maximise the potential of the region’s visitor economy.

27 Jul 2023