Discover our Main stage, built around what is currently urgent, topical and developing in the tech space. This can range from more socially conscious discussions to the more granular, techie topics. This year we are delighted to bring to our main stage two Keynote Speakers (to be announced!). Across the two days our main stage will feature 2 keynote talks with live Q&A, 10 tech talks and 2 panel discussions.

Step into our Tech Expo, where over 15 forward-thinking tech companies are ready to connect, inspire, and collaborate. Whether you’re looking to kickstart your career in tech or scale up your business, the Expo is your go-to space to meet the people and products shaping the future. With breakout areas designed for deeper conversations and plenty of time built into the agenda to explore, the Expo Hall is more than just a showcase — it’s a hub of opportunity, innovation, and connection.he festival to browse the expo! 

Discover the future of technology at our Tech and Innovation Showcase, where 15 pioneering companies come together to demonstrate how their innovations are transforming lives. From revolutionising education with immersive learning platforms to advancing healthcare through AI-driven diagnostics and wearable tech, this showcase puts life-changing technology front and centre

Inclusivity is at the heart of Manchester Tech Festival and we work hard to ensure all of our spaces throughout the festival work for everyone. That’s why we have a number of calm zones and mental health spaces giving you the opportunity to retreat and reboot in a calm, quit space away from the hustle and bustle of the festival. 

Introducing our Charity Workshop Room – a unique space where purpose meets practicality. Here, you’ll have the chance to take part in ten-minute speed networking sessions with a range of inspiring charities, each ready to share how you can make a meaningful impact through your business. Whether it’s supporting local communities, championing sustainability, or driving social change, you’ll discover simple, effective ways to embed charitable partnerships into your work – with minimal effort and maximum impact.nd real insights take centre stage.

New for 2025! The MTF event app is a virtual environment which puts you in the centre of the festival! Log on, explore sessions and choose your own agenda. Plus! Interact with other guests, access pre-conference content, pose questions to our speakers and more! The best part? You get access to the app for upto 6 months after the festival where all of our talks will be posted so you don’t need to worry about missing a thing!