AI Festival 2027

AI Festival returns for its second year on 17–18 February 2027 at XR Labs, Bury St Edmunds — East Anglia's flagship event at the intersection of artificial intelligence, business and innovation.

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What is AI Festival?
Two days of keynotes, panel debates, live technology demonstrations, start-up exhibitions and investor pitching. A deliberately cross-sector gathering that brings together business leaders, AI solution providers, founders, investors, academics and public sector decision-makers — all in one room, in one of the UK's most advanced immersive technology venues.

Why attend?
At AI Festival 2026, 95% of attendees rated the event valuable, 85% said they'd return, and 80% said they made meaningful connections. Speakers included representatives from Google, AWS, BT, Innovate UK, the Premier League and the University of East Anglia. 22 start-ups exhibited. 19 organisations sponsored. Over 300 people attended across both days.

The 2027 programme is in development. Speaker and exhibitor announcements will follow through autumn 2026.

Who is it for?

• Business leaders exploring what AI can realistically deliver in their sector

• AI and technology companies seeking commercial opportunities and visibility

• Start-up founders looking for investors, partners and early customers

• Investors identifying emerging technology deals and regional trends

• Academics and researchers exploring applied AI and skills implications

• Public sector and government organisations tracking AI for policy and operations

Where?
XR Labs, Eastern Education Group, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. One of the UK's most advanced extended reality and immersive technology facilities — a purpose-built event space with a full video wall stage, exhibition floor and networking areas.

Produced by
Orbital Global Group — award-winning digital agency and AI consultancy, based in Suffolk since 2003.