We’ve gathered the best UK-based web design, developer and UX conferences happening this year.
Conferences and events for the web design community are hugely important for bringing like-minded people together and fostering creativity. There are a huge number of events held around the nation each year, and we’ve rounded up a selection of the UK-based web design, developer and UX conferences.
Many of the events listed below are affordable, with discounts commonly available for early birds and students.
We’ve also included online conferences that you can attend from the comfort of your own office (or wherever you work!), ideal for those with limited travel time or located in areas with restricted travel options, ensuring you don’t miss out.
If you are holding or attending an event that you would like us to include in this guide, please message or email us at [email protected].
UK Web Design, Developer & UX Conferences 2026
NDC London
26-30 January 2026
Queen Elizabeth II Centre, London
From £990
The Norwegian Developers Conference (NDC) is a 5-day event for software developers, featuring 2 days of pre-conference workshops and 3 days of conference sessions. It has grown to become one of Europe’s largest conferences for .NET and Agile development, offering over 90 speakers, 100 sessions, and 16 workshops.
PHP Conference
1 America Square, City of London
20 February 2026
From £180 +VAT
Stay up to date with the latest PHP development and related technologies, with a day of workshops, talks, and networking.
Axe–Con
Virtual
24-25 Feb 2026
Connect with a global community of developers, designers, and users at the world’s largest digital accessibility conference. This event focuses on creating, testing, and maintaining inclusive digital experiences for all.
NorDev Con
King’s Conference Centre, Norwich
26-27 February 2026
From £36
The nor(DEV): conference offers three track sessions that cater to all levels of expertise and interests, from professionals and budding entrepreneurs to complete tech novices. Attendees can explore the latest tech trends and innovations.
CityJS London
Kensington Town Hall, London
15-17 April 2026
From £100
This three-day event offers a comprehensive experience for JavaScript enthusiasts. It features two days dedicated to hands-on workshops and networking meet-ups, finishing with a one-day JavaScript conference. With a lineup of over 30 speakers and 6 workshops, it’s an essential opportunity for anyone looking to advance their JavaScript expertise.
Brighton SEO
The Brighton Centre
30 April – 1 May 2026
Free – £490 +VAT
Join hundreds of search marketers to learn and enhance your knowledge of all things SEO, including training sessions and conferences on PPC, paid social, data and analytics and digital PR.
Devoxx
Business Design Centre, 52 Upper Street, London, N1 0QH
6-7 May 2026
Early bird from £479 +VAT
A global gathering of the developer community, Devoxx UK features two days and over 100 sessions of inspiring speakers to discuss developer-focused topics and the latest technologies.
International Javascript Conference
London & Virtual
11-15 May 2026
From £395 +VAT
This conference unites the coding community, featuring international experts who will share insights on JavaScript, including its future direction. The event is also accessible remotely and includes a variety of workshops.
UX London
2, 3 – 4 June
CodeNode, London
From £495 +VAT
Join CodeNode London for a three-day conference that covers all aspects of user experience from discovery and design through to delivery. The first day features talks and workshops on user research, strategy, and more, the second day focuses on interface design, accessibility, and more, and the third and final day focuses on design systems, cross-functional collaboration, and more.
Pixel Pioneers
Princes Wharf, Wapping Rd, Bristol BS1 4RN, UK
19 June 2026
From £125
The community conference is back for another year, with conferences and workshops for front-end developers and UX/UI designers to inspire and gain industry advice.
Figma Config
Virtual (and in US)
23-25 June 2026
Although this conference takes place in the US (a bit far for us Brum folk to travel to!), you can purchase virtual tickets to attend from the comfort of your own UK based office. The conference this year features over 75 speakers and 50 sessions, all about the future of design and product development.
Birmingham Design Festival
20+ locations across Birmingham City Centre
Date TBC
The three-day festival, spread out over multiple venues across Birmingham, celebrates all things design. With over 100 speakers, there’s plenty to do and learn. What’s more, each day has its own ‘main event’ – featuring speakers sharing their experiences.
Develop Conference
14-16 July 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Brighton Metropole
This conference is tailored towards the game-making industry, but we wanted to include it! It brings together the community to share ideas and experiences in an inclusive environment.
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