Experience On Main Street Conference: Transforming Spaces and Places

Ticketing Information

Get ready to be inspired, connected, and immersed in the future of place and spaces across cities, towns and downtown areas. A ticket to the Experience on Main Street Conference 2025 gives you full access to:

‘Music for the Senses’ Art Trail Experience: Enjoy a private tour of the Music for the Senses art trail from 5:00pm on 8 July – an immersive, multi-sensory journey celebrating Manchester’s music scene. Featuring up to 50 painted guitars, a Large Guitar Street installation, 15 street art pieces (including 5 new works), plus interactive app and AR experiences. A great way to see how art can help millions of people of all ages to experience art in non-traditional settings.

Networking Mixer: Join us ahead of the Experience UK Conference at the Museum of Illusions from 6:30pm on 8 July, for an immersive evening of creativity, connection, and play. Delegates will enjoy full museum access to interactive, mind-bending exhibits in a relaxed setting, complemented by a free-flowing bar featuring bottled beers, prosecco, wine, soft drinks, and two illusion-inspired cocktails. The night includes a walk-in kaleidoscope installation, live roaming magician, and illusion experts on hand to elevate the experience and assist with photo opportunities. Don’t miss this unforgettable chance to connect, explore, and be amazed!

The main conference at Arcade Arena: A full day of bold ideas, practical insights, and future-focused discussion from 9:00am on 9 July. Bringing together developers, policymakers, creatives, and cultural leaders, the programme explores the big issues shaping the future of our towns and cities. From regional regeneration strategies to global placemaking trends, and from sustainability and wellbeing to the reinvention of high streets, this is where innovation meets action – all in a dynamic space designed to spark collaboration and fresh thinking.

Pricing

General Admission – (Experience UK members code available)

Early Bird – £220 + vat (ends 14 June)
Regular Price – £260 + vat

NextGen and Students
Student/NextGen Concession – £50 + vat (limited tickets available)

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Accommodation in Manchester

Marketing Manchester Convention Bureau is the official accommodation provider for Experience on Main Street 2025.

All rooms are held on an on-line system, allowing you to book and secure your own accommodation using either pro-forma invoices or credit/debit card. If you require any assistance with your reservation, support is available via the Accommodation Booking Team.

To book accommodation for this event, please click here.

Negotiated delegate rates will be available to book until the end of the day on 10th of June 2025, so please book as soon as possible to guarantee a room. If you have any queries about the website, please contact Marketing Manchester Convention Bureau.