As of September 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 42 upcoming business & networking events in Preston, Lancashire, including 8 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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Guilt Free Boundaries - Free Online Masterclass
Free - £120.96
FREE#IntheCity: What Makes a Thriving City Centre?
📍 Cotton Court Business Centre
Preston Freelancer Meet-Up: September
📍 Society1
From £10.50
FREEGlobal Opportunities Welcome Event
📍 University of Lancashire - Harris Building HB155
FREENCT Breastfeeding and Infant Feeding Support Group
📍 Chorley Family Hub
Preston Tech Connection Coworking Day
📍 Society1
From £21.50
Preston Tech Connection Coworking Day At Society1
📍 Society1
£24.00
BforB Chorley Tuesday Brunch Networking
📍 Hartwood Hall Pub & Grill
£6.13 - £11.55
Business Networking in Preston, Lancashire - BNI Diamond
📍 The Marriot Hotel
Business and Biodiversity: Challenges and opportunities in a changing world
📍 Brockholes Nature Reserve
£58.80
FREEAI Leadership for Lancashire Business - Understanding AI
📍 Engineering & Innovation Centre (EIC)
FREEPreston Growth Business Hub at PNE!
📍 The Invincibles Lounge, Preston North End Football Club
FREEPreston Jobs Fair
📍 Deepdale Stadium
Shout Network Leyland Thursday Morning Group
📍 Fox Lane Sports Club & Bar
£15.00
Breakfast Social and Coworking Day: October
📍 Society1
From £21.50
Shout Network South Ribble Tuesday Morning Group
📍 The Mill At
£15.00
FREELancashire Cyber Attack Hydra Simulation
📍 University of Lancashire
FREEFrom Fog To Focus
Shout Network Preston Wednesday Morning Group
📍 Shout Network HQ
£15.00 - £30.00
Networking at Holiday Inn Preston
📍 Holiday Inn Preston by IHG
£5.00 - £30.00
Women In Business Network Ribble Valley Morning Meeting
📍 Shireburn Arms Hotel & Restaurant
£36.00
Women In Business Network Ribble Valley Afternoon Meeting
📍 Shireburn Arms Hotel & Restaurant
£36.00
Women In Business Network Preston Morning Meeting
📍 Galloway's Society for the Blind
£28.00
Women In Business Network Preston Afternoon Meeting
📍 Galloway's Society for the Blind
£28.00
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Business & Networking Events in Preston — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant business & networking scene in Preston with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates business & networking events from across Preston, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.
Whether you're looking for tonight's business & networking events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best business & networkingexperiences Preston has to offer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many business & networking events are on in Preston?
There are currently 42 upcoming business & networking events in Preston. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming business & networking in the city.
Are there free business & networking events in Preston?
Yes — 8 of the current business & networking listings in Preston are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
Where can I find business & networking events in Preston this weekend?
Browse this weekend's business & networking events in Preston at /preston/events/this-weekend, or use the date filters to see what's on today, tonight or later this week.
How do I book tickets for business & networking events in Preston?
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How often are business & networking listings updated on EventsList?
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Business & Networking Events in Preston — Your Complete Guide
Preston's business and networking events scene is one of the most active outside London, with a rich programme of networking breakfasts, growth conferences, startup pitch nights, sector-specific roundtables, and professional development workshops running throughout the year.
The city's diverse economic base — spanning financial services, technology, creative industries, manufacturing, healthcare and the public sector — is reflected in the variety of its business events. Whether you're a startup founder, corporate professional, freelancer, or senior executive, Preston has a networking event tailored to your sector and career stage.
Dedicated networking organisations run regular events with structured formats (speed networking, roundtables, one-to-one meetings) alongside informal mixers in bars and private members' clubs. Many events are specifically designed to help smaller businesses access new clients, suppliers, investors and collaborators.
Tips for getting value from Preston business events: have a clear goal before you arrive (connection, knowledge, visibility), bring business cards or a QR code to your LinkedIn profile, follow up within 24 hours of meeting someone interesting, and prioritise quality of conversation over quantity of contacts. Many of the best business relationships in Preston started at a local networking event.