
Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation
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Venturefest South will host its 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation on 18 November 2026 at the Utilita Bowl in West End. The festival aims to celebrate a decade of innovation by bringing together founders, startups, investors, and creatives for a day of talks, showcases, and networking opportunities. This special edition will feature an expanded festival atmosphere, highlighting the region's success stories in innovation.
Venturefest South is back in 2026 with the 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation (#VFS10) on Wednesday 18th November.
Venturefest South returns for its 10th anniversary with a special Festival of Innovation. Join us on Wednesday 18th November to celebrate a decade of ideas, ambition, and impact across the South.
Join founders, startups, investors, corporates, researchers, and creatives for a high‑energy day of inspiring talks, fresh perspectives, live showcases, and meaningful connections.
Venturefest South has always been about bringing people together around bold ideas and real opportunity, and this anniversary edition turns the volume up, with an expanded festival feel and moments to celebrate the region’s innovation success stories.
Whether you’re building, scaling, investing, or exploring what’s next, this is a standout moment in the South’s innovation calendar.
Want to know more about becoming an Innovator, Partner, Sponsor or Exhibiting? Click here.
Please note tickets to this event are non-refundable.
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Frequently asked questions
Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation takes place on Wednesday, 18 November 2026 at 09:00.
Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation is held at Utilita Bowl in Southampton (Botley Road, West End, SO30 3XH).
Tickets for Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation range from £43.37 to £2567.39. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
The forecast for Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation is Mainly clear · 5°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Utilita Bowl can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation
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Venturefest South will host its 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation on 18 November 2026 at the Utilita Bowl in West End. The festival aims to celebrate a decade of innovation by bringing together founders, startups, investors, and creatives for a day of talks, showcases, and networking opportunities. This special edition will feature an expanded festival atmosphere, highlighting the region's success stories in innovation.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Venturefest South is back in 2026 with the 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation (#VFS10) on Wednesday 18th November.
Venturefest South returns for its 10th anniversary with a special Festival of Innovation. Join us on Wednesday 18th November to celebrate a decade of ideas, ambition, and impact across the South.
Join founders, startups, investors, corporates, researchers, and creatives for a high‑energy day of inspiring talks, fresh perspectives, live showcases, and meaningful connections.
Venturefest South has always been about bringing people together around bold ideas and real opportunity, and this anniversary edition turns the volume up, with an expanded festival feel and moments to celebrate the region’s innovation success stories.
Whether you’re building, scaling, investing, or exploring what’s next, this is a standout moment in the South’s innovation calendar.
Want to know more about becoming an Innovator, Partner, Sponsor or Exhibiting? Click here.
Please note tickets to this event are non-refundable.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Utilita Bowl. Searching near Botley Road, West End, SO30 3XH; check-in Wednesday, 18 November 2026.
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WhereUtilita Bowl
Botley Road, West End, SO30 3XH
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation?
Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation takes place on Wednesday, 18 November 2026 at 09:00.
Where is Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation taking place?
Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation is held at Utilita Bowl in Southampton (Botley Road, West End, SO30 3XH).
How much are tickets for Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation?
Tickets for Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation range from £43.37 to £2567.39. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
What will the weather be like at Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation?
The forecast for Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation is Mainly clear · 5°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Utilita Bowl can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation?
Tickets for Venturefest South's 10th Anniversary Festival of Innovation can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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