Big Cities Conference 2026
Wed 07 Oct
|Newcastle Upon Tyne and Sunderland
ATCM presents a joint Newcastle NE1 & Sunderland BID conference, free to practitioner members. Two Great Destinations. One Great Event.
Time & Location
07 Oct 2026, 11:30 – 08 Oct 2026, 13:00
Newcastle Upon Tyne and Sunderland, .
About the Event
Join us this October at the Big Cities Conference 2026, hosted by NE1 Ltd and Sunderland BIDs, bringing together delegates from across the UK to explore the ideas, partnerships and projects shaping the future of our city centres. Taking place over two days, the conference will showcase two dynamic North East cities, each offering a unique programme of insight, inspiration and networking.
Day One – Newcastle (7 October)
Boiler Shop, 20 South Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 3PE
With informal networking, lunch and a chance to catch-up before the conference begins, expect an afternoon of stellar speakers exploring topics including raising the ambition of city-centre assets, place-making and challenges exploring our hospitality & leisure sectors.
Day Two – Sunderland (8 October)
Culture House Sunderland, Keel Square, High Street West, Sunderland SR1 3DZ