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Networking events in Birmingham, October 2026

Real upcoming business and professional networking events in Birmingham, soonest first, with links to official organiser pages.

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Looking for networking events near you in Birmingham? Browse real upcoming business networking events, professional meetups, free networking events where confirmed, and events this week or later this month.

Birmingham is a major centre for business in the Midlands, with large exhibition and conference venues alongside a growing professional services, tech and creative scene. The city centre, Colmore Business District, Digbeth and the Jewellery Quarter are where many smaller events take place.

You will find trade shows and conferences, chamber of commerce breakfasts, industry briefings and informal meetups for founders, creatives and tech teams.

Spring and autumn are the busiest periods. Breakfast and early evening sessions are common, making it easy to attend around work.

Listings below are real upcoming events from official pages, soonest first, each with a link to the organiser.

Explore nearby:, Manchester, Bristol or events across West Midlands

Upcoming events in Birmingham

A selection from 10 upcoming events

  • External eventConference

    Birmingham Tech Week 2026

    Birmingham, United Kingdom

    Software & Technology

    Birmingham Tech Week 2026 is an annual regional technology festival and conference taking place from 19th to 23rd October in Birmingham, United Kingdom. As an gathering of the West Midlands innovation ecosystem, the event focuses on the future of technology within one of Europe’s fastest-growing tech hubs. The festival is designed for a broad professional audience, including founders, business leaders, investors, and students, as well as international delegates and sponsors. Participants attend to meet customers, discover high-growth companies, explore career opportunities, or learn how technology is currently transforming various industries. The event format consists of five days featuring over 35 individual sessions, including main events, fringe events, and a black-tie awards dinner. These sessions provide a platform for those building, investing in, or adopting new technologies to share ideas and identify opportunities. The programme highlights the regional ecosystem, which is home to startups, scaleups, universities, financial institutions, and manufacturers. The festival serves to convene the diverse components of the tech sector to facilitate collaboration and industry growth.

    Event guide on ProsottoOfficial event page (opens birminghamtechweek.com in a new tab)

    Source: birminghamtechweek.com

  • External eventIndustry mixer

    2026 Keep Forging Ahead Business Expo

    Birmingham

    Design

    The 2026 Keep Forging Ahead Business Expo is a professional development and networking event taking place on 10 November in Birmingham, Alabama. Presented by Let’s Make It Happen! Networking Groups, the expo is designed for business owners, decision-makers, and professionals seeking to expand their community connections. The event functions as a resource for attendees to boost their industry expertise, find potential new clients, and engage in a day dedicated to learning and community building. It specifically aims to support women by promoting excellence, positivity, and togetherness within the local business landscape. The format of the expo includes a variety of structured sessions held at Avenue D Events over an eleven-hour period. The scheduled agenda features a Day Vendor Market, speed networking sessions, and a Breakfast Power Hour panel. Participants can choose between all-day access or tickets for single sessions, such as the day meeting. Throughout the event, professionals are encouraged to share ideas, exchange referrals, and start conversations to fine-tune their business operations. The gathering provides a public forum for fruitful connections and professional exchange.

    Event guide on ProsottoOfficial event page (opens eventbrite.com in a new tab)

    Source: eventbrite.com

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Questions people ask

What are the best networking events in Birmingham?

The best event is the one where the people you want to meet will be. The list on this page shows real upcoming events in Birmingham, gathered from official event pages and checked regularly. Chamber and sector events are reliable starting points for meeting local businesses. Sort by what fits your goals, then open the official event page to confirm details before you book.

How do I find good networking events?

Start with your goal: hiring, clients, investors, or peers. Pick events built around that topic rather than general mixers, check who the organiser is, and look at the format. Smaller breakfasts, roundtables and workshops usually lead to better conversations than large receptions. On Prosotto you can also see which members are going and message them before you arrive.

Are there free networking events in Birmingham?

Yes. Many community meetups, coworking socials and industry evenings in Birmingham are free or low cost, while conferences and summits are usually ticketed. Prices change, so always check the official event page linked on each listing for the current cost.