Taking place on 24th April 2025 at Bimm Birmingham inside the Met Film School – sign up now for your free tickets!
- Events take place across the UK – they will empower local emerging creatives and innovators to network, learn and be inspired through live performances and talks.
- In partnership with BIMM University and Digital Catapult, the Roadshow aims to provide a platform for each city to celebrate innovation and creativity that pushes boundaries in technology and the creative industries.
- The Roadshow will also provide a range of thought leadership sessions designed to inspire the next generation of talent to pursue their passions and continue to make meaningful contributions in their communities and beyond.
This series of events will showcase Britain’s remarkable creativity, cultural diversity and cutting-edge tech industry, providing a platform for each city to celebrate the convergence of tech and creative voices, showcasing ‘beautiful collisions’ across sectors and disciplines and facilitating industry connections, career insights and visionary inspiration.
Birmingham’s conference features 3 panel sessions with guest speakers from Birmingham Royal Ballet, BBC, Digbeth Loc Studios, Safo Music, Create Central and more to be confirmed. The event will feature thought provoking discussions, interactive networking sessions and live performances led by local creatives and business leaders, it is designed to provide local communities the opportunity to give emerging creatives and innovators the tools, knowledge and new connections needed to turn ideas into reality – while tapping into the heart of local creative and tech scenes.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the cutting-edge developments and trends at the intersection of technology, entertainment and entrepreneurship – all while being empowered to take the next step in their professional journeys. Participants will be able to:
- Connect with industry pros: Meet innovators, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs and creative pioneers in the day
- Live Sessions: Enjoy live performances from emerging local artists in the evening
- Networking with purpose: Build relationships to propel careers forward.
SXSW London Managing Director Randel Bryan said: “SXSW London will provide a vibrant platform to showcase dynamic global voices and industry-leading ideas. We also aim to recognise the exceptional innovations emerging in the UK through this roadshow, which will celebrate the diversity within Britain’s technology and creative sectors, while spotlighting the British creativity, talent and ideas poised to drive positive impact on both a local and global stage.”
James Maiden, Campus Dean, BIMM University Birmingham, said: “It is a huge privilege to host this SXSWL Birmingham roadshow in Digbeth, our home and Birmingham’s vibrant Creative Quarter. Our community is a thriving hub of creativity and emerging talent, and to be able to provide a place where our stakeholders and wider Industry can connect and inspire is incredibly exciting. We can’t wait to showcase what Birmingham has to offer.”
David Rowe, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Music, at BIMM University said “BIMM University is proud to be hosting SXSWL UK Roadshows at our vibrant campuses in Bristol, Birmingham and Manchester. We cannot wait to showcase an array of emerging talent from our creative communities and to welcome leaders from business and culture.”
Jessica Rushworth, Chief Partnerships Officer, at Digital Catapult said: “Building on Digital Catapult’s expertise in tapping into talent across the country, convening capabilities, and fostering connections with industry, SXSWL Roadshow will bridge the gap between emerging talent and real-world opportunities, fuelling deep tech innovation. Through our close collaboration with academic and industry-leading partners across the UK, we have collectively driven over £40million of investment into Createch SMEs over the last decade, reinforcing our shared commitment to providing the UK-wide expertise, facilities, mentorship, and opportunities needed to cultivate talent in the Createch space. That’s why we’re delighted to join forces with SXSW London and other partners on this inspiring initiative.”
Tickets are available for those aged 18+ with an interest in music, creativity, tech, digital innovation and entrepreneurship. Spaces are limited and can be claimed via our website Tickets