Experience On Main Street Conference: Transforming Spaces and Places
Join us at the Experience on Main Street Conference on 8 – 9 July 2025 in Manchester, where we delve into the transformation of spaces and places into vibrant experience led destinations.
Why Attend the Experience on Main Street Conference?
Two unforgettable days. One powerful community. Unlimited inspiration.
Taking place on 8–9 July 2025 at Arcade Arena, Manchester, the Experience on Main Street Conference is the UK’s definitive gathering for everyone shaping the next chapter of our towns, cities, and destinations.
More than a conference – it’s a movement.
This event is your opportunity to engage with the people, ideas, and innovations that are redefining place and space through the power of experience. Whether you’re leading a major regeneration project, designing immersive environments, or pioneering technologies that activate public spaces, this is where vision meets action.
What to Expect
Inspiring Talks & Panels: Hear directly from the organisations transforming high streets, malls, and mixed-use destinations into vibrant, multiuse lifestyle hubs.
Interactive Round Tables: Dive into focused discussions with peers and industry leaders tackling key challenges – from funding models to community engagement.
Curated Exhibition: Explore cutting-edge products, services, and experience solutions from leading providers driving innovation in placemaking and urban design.
Private Project Tours: Go beyond the venue with exclusive tours of standout Manchester developments, offering real-world insight into experience-led transformation.
Music for the Senses Art Trail: Discover a multi-sensory art experience celebrating Manchester’s iconic music scene – its people, places, and unforgettable sounds.
Evening Mixer Reception: Make meaningful connections in a social setting with fellow attendees and speakers at our buzzing evening reception.
Who Will Be There?
You’ll be in good company. This event attracts professionals across the public and private sectors who are shaping the future of place:
★ Regeneration teams, inward investment leads, and Business Improvement Districts
★ Developers, property owners, and asset managers looking to diversify with leisure and experience offers
★ Architects and masterplanners designing next-generation retail, hospitality, and entertainment spaces
★ Creative studios and designers delivering immersive solutions for commercial and cultural venues
★ Leisure and entertainment operators building the next big destination
★ Tech and design innovators creating tools that breathe new life into high streets and city centres
Why It Matters
In today’s evolving urban landscape, experience isn’t a nice-to-have—it’s the driver of place success. This conference provides the insight, connections, and inspiration to help you:
★ Futureproof your projects and assets
★ Spark new ideas for community-centred development
★ Discover the people and partners to bring bold visions to life
★ Stay ahead of trends in placemaking, design, and experience delivery
Join Us in Manchester If you’re ready to be part of the movement turning UK towns, cities, and cultural spaces into destinations people love – this is where it starts.
Don’t just attend. Be part of the transformation.
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