Digifest
From disruption to direction
As technology continues to reshape how we teach, learn, and lead, we invited educators, innovators, and institutional leaders to explore what it means to build a future that is ethical, inclusive, and human-centred.
Through visionary themes—conscious futures, re-envisioning the student experience, and navigating a digital world—we examined how to harness innovation not just for transformation, but for wellbeing, sustainability, and equity.
From AI literacy to curriculum co-design, from digital upskilling to sector-based disruptors, Digifest 2026 offered real-time strategies that can lay the foundations for tomorrow.
Together, we looked to shape a sector that doesn’t just adapt to change but leads it.
A snapshot of Digifest 2026
Networking
Meaningful connections through face-to-face networking opportunities.
Programme
A variety of over 60 sessions across two days.
Tech showcase
Hall 3, a showcase of the most exciting technology impacting education.
Practical takeaways
Tangible takeaways and on-demand resources for future use.
Exhibition
Innovative technology providers within the education sector.
Online
Access to live streamed content, recordings and networking.
Digifest 2025 in numbers
In 2025 we welcomed 800+ delegates in person and 1200 online.
Coming together as a community
At Digifest 2025, we explored ways to tackle today’s challenges to create a better tomorrow.
“Great presentations, with more challenging stretch topics this year, as well as the fundamentals for HE and FE. Really well organised and inspiring event."
Further education senior manager
Sponsorship and exhibition
If you’re interested in exhibiting or sponsoring at a future Digifest, please contact us at digifest.exhibition@jisc.ac.uk.