Discover the TechNExt 2024 Festival Fringe!

Since applications went live, the TechNExt team have been working hard behind the scenes to look through all the applications already received to be part of the second year of the vibrant festival fringe.

The team are inviting organisations to showcase their innovation and creativity in a region wide showcase of exactly what tech has to offer in the North East.

In line with the festival’s Good Festival ambition, the festival fringe offers a platform for companies to host their own independent events during festival week and in turn become part of the official festival programme. With TechNExt’s support, over 50 events will take place, providing valuable opportunities to network, learn, and collaborate.

Participating in the fringe not only raises the profile of your business but also strengthens your connections within the tech community. By featuring your event as part of the official festival programme you’ll receive TechNExt branded assets to help you to amplify your message and reach a wider audience.

Events of any size and target audience are welcome, as long as they are free of charge and align with the broad festival themes of business growth, people, innovation and tech for all. Additionally, companies have the chance to access a limited amount of funding to support their independent events.

Whether you’re seeking to showcase your latest innovations, connect with industry leaders, or simply raise your company’s profile, the TechNExt festival fringe offers this unique opportunity.

Join the fringe and unlock the full potential of your business. Complete the application form here: https://technext.co.uk/festival-fringe/

Flagship Events at TechNExt

Get ready for the TechNExt Hubs

Sustainability Hub

Energy Central, Blyth
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Propose a Session

Data and AI Hub

NICD, The Catalyst, Newcastle
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Propose a Session

Immersive Hub

PROTO, Gateshead
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Propose a Session

Tech Startup Hub

Durham
Friday, June 20, 2025
Propose a Session

Get involved in TechNExt 2025

Propose a Hub Session

Contribute to the TechNExt Hubs by proposing a session that you could deliver on the themes of Data & AI, Tech Startups, Immersive and Sustainability. Submission deadline: 14 March 2025.

PROPOSE A SESSION

Submit a Fringe Event

Join the Festival Fringe! Submit your event in order to take part in the official fringe programme and represent the North East tech sector. Submission deadline: 14 March 2025.

SUBMIT AN EVENT

Pledge your Involvement

Back the festival by pledging your support and commit to sending members of your team to participate in and benefit from the festival programme throughout June.

PLEDGE YOUR SUPPORT

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