If you’re a learning and development professional looking to stay ahead of the curve, 2025 is packed with events that will fuel your growth, inspire new ideas, and keep you at the forefront of the industry.
From conferences showcasing the latest learning technologies to intimate summits offering personalised networking opportunities, these events will provide the insights, tools, and connections you need to grow your career and develop your skills.
Here’s a roundup of the must-attend learning and development events in 2025.👇
World of Learning Summit 2025
🗓️ February 4-5, 2025
📍 Olympia, London
Kick-off 2025 with the World of Learning Summit in London.
This two-day event combines a carefully curated conference and a free exhibition, making it the perfect opportunity to gather practical solutions and fresh insights.
With interactive presentations, panel sessions, and debate forums, you’ll leave inspired and armed with strategies to take back to your organisation. Make sure to check out the exhibition to explore innovative L&D tools, including the Mental Wellbeing Zone and the Life Skills Lounge.
HR Summit 2025
🗓️ February 11, 2025
📍 Radisson Blu Hotel, Manchester Airport
Looking for a more intimate event?
The HR Summit offers an exclusive, invitation-only experience with just 55 attendees, ensuring personalised networking and tailored solutions. With pre-arranged meetings, inspiring seminars, and time-efficient sessions, you can easily benchmark HR products, services, and solutions while fostering meaningful connections with industry peers.
HR Vision 2025
🗓️ March 5-6, 2025
📍 Courthouse Hotel, Shoreditch, London
At HR Vision, the focus is on the future of work, leadership, and digital transformation.
This flagship event will showcase cutting-edge HR tech and dive into the ever-changing dynamics of leadership and workplace culture. If you’re passionate about how people and technology work together to fuel organisational growth, this is an event you won’t want to miss.
Learning Futures – Executive Knowledge Exchange 2025
🗓️ March 18-19, 2025
📍 EF Regional Hub, London
If you prefer a more exclusive, hands-on event, Learning Futures is designed for senior executives.
With only 40 attendees, this knowledge exchange creates an intimate setting where L&D leaders engage in deep conversations about the future of work. The focus is on interactive discussions and expert-led sessions, helping you uncover new strategies and solutions.
Learning Technologies 2025
🗓️ April 23-24, 2025
📍 ExCel, London
Learning Technologies is Europe’s largest L&D event, attracting over 11,000 attendees.
This event showcases the latest innovations in learning technologies with more than 200 exhibitors and 200+ free seminars. As a leading conference in technology-supported learning, Learning Technologies 2025 will focus on AI, content design, skills development, and the human element of learning.
This is your chance to be part of a monumental learning experience that’s 25 years in the making.
ATD International Conference & Expo 2025
🗓️ May 18-21, 2025
📍 Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington DC
One of the largest global events in talent development, the ATD International Conference & Expo is known for its world-class speakers, in-depth sessions, and expansive expo.
With professionals from over 80 countries, this conference is ideal for those who want to explore new tools, industry trends, and best practices. The 2025 edition will focus on lifelong learning, growth, and empowerment in the L&D field.
Richmond L&D Forum 2025
🗓️ May 21, 2025
📍 Savoy Place, London
For a more focused experience, the Richmond L&D Forum brings together senior L&D leaders in a relaxed, engaging environment.
The event includes CPD-accredited workshops, think tanks, and personal development sessions, making it perfect for professionals seeking personalized growth and high-level networking.
CIPD Festival of Work 2025
🗓️ June 11-12, 2025
📍 ExCel, London
The CIPD Festival of Work is a celebration of ideas and innovation in L&D.
With a focus on empowering people and transforming workplaces, this two-day event is packed with content from industry thought leaders. You’ll have the chance to explore the latest trends and solutions in business strategy and employee development.
Training & Development Summit 2025
🗓️ June 16-17, 2025
📍 Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre, London Heathrow
The Training & Development Summit 2025 offers an exclusive opportunity for professionals to engage in meaningful one-to-one meetings and networking sessions.
This invitation-only event is designed for qualified buyers and suppliers to connect in a focused and intimate environment, making it an ideal platform for those interested in Leadership Development and Employee Development.
Attendees can explore a diverse range of training solutions while building valuable relationships with industry peers. The summit emphasises personalised interactions, ensuring that participants gain insights and solutions tailored to their specific needs. By attending this summit, you’ll be positioned at the forefront of training and development trends, empowering you to enhance your organisation’s learning initiatives.
Learning Live 2025
🗓️ September 17-18, 2025
📍 Convene 133 Houndsditch, London
Learning Live is built by attendees, for attendees.
This unique event focuses on practical solutions to the top five challenges facing learning leaders today. It’s the perfect place for those who want to engage in meaningful conversations and find actionable solutions for their organisation’s learning challenges.
The Talent Gathering
🗓️ October 2, 2025
📍 Murrayfield, Edinburgh
The Talent Gathering is a standout event for Learning, Talent, and HR professionals, attracting individuals from Scotland and beyond.
Held annually at the iconic Murrayfield Stadium, this conference features an impressive lineup of speakers and provides a vibrant networking platform for those in the learning and development and HR sectors.
Established to address the need for a dedicated learning and development event in Scotland, The Talent Gathering has quickly become the fastest-growing UK conference of its kind outside London. If you work in Learning and Development, Talent, or HR in Scotland, Northern England, or Ireland, this event is an unmissable opportunity to engage with top-tier professionals and gain insights from industry leaders. Join fellow attendees in exploring innovative ideas and practices that can enhance your approach to talent management and development.
World of Learning Conference & Exhibition 2025
🗓️ October 7-8, 2025
📍 NEC, Birmingham
The World of Learning Conference & Exhibition is a must-attend for L&D professionals, bringing together leading experts, brands, and peers under one roof at the NEC in Birmingham.
This two-day event offers a carefully curated programme with thought-provoking presentations, interactive sessions, and panel discussions, delivering practical solutions that can be implemented in any organisation. Attendees will gain valuable insights from L&D thought leaders in an informal, engaging setting.
UNLEASH World 2025
🗓️ October 15-16, 2025
📍 Convention Centre, Paris
UNLEASH World is one of the most influential HR and L&D conferences, bringing together global innovators and breakthrough technologies that are shaping the future of work. Since its inception in 2011, UNLEASH has been at the forefront of driving HR and learning excellence, attracting over 10,000 leaders, technology buyers, and HR professionals from across the globe.
The event offers deep insights into cutting-edge technologies, emerging trends, and innovations across human resources, learning, and recruitment. With attendees representing over 111 countries and a collective influence on 100 million employees worldwide, UNLEASH is a game-changing event for any organisation looking to stay ahead in today’s dynamic workplace landscape. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this transformative experience in Paris.
DevLearn 2025
🗓️ November 5-7, 2025
📍 MGM Grand, Las Vegas
DevLearn is the go-to event for L&D professionals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of learning technology.
From hands-on experiences to future-focused strategies, this event is designed for those who want to master the latest tools and build a network of innovative learning professionals. Get ready to revolutionize your L&D programs with cutting-edge solutions.
CIPD Learning & Development Conference 2025
🗓️ November 5-6, 2025
📍 Central Convention Centre, Manchester
The CIPD Learning & Development Conference 2025 is a premier event for HR, L&D, and people professionals, offering a wealth of insights to advance your career and drive positive change in your organisation.
Attendees can expect immersive sessions, interactive exhibits, and a range of formats designed to foster collaboration. The conference emphasises practical strategies to help you shape a positive workplace culture and stay ahead in the evolving world of work.
Future of Work Europe
🗓️ November 18-19, 2025
📍 Park Plaza, London
Future of Work Europe 2025 is part of a global series that tackles the evolving landscape of work.
This event gathers senior executives from HR, L&D, and beyond to discuss how organisations can adapt and thrive in a fast-changing world. Featuring three dedicated tracks—Future Workplace, Future Talent, and Future Learning—the event covers everything from employee engagement to organizational development.
Attendees will gain valuable insights into the latest trends, strategies, and tools shaping the future of work. Whether you’re focused on talent development or preparing your workforce for the challenges of tomorrow, this two-day conference offers actionable takeaways and unparalleled networking opportunities.
LN Connect 2025
🗓️ November 14, 2025
📍 etc.venues 133, Barbican, London
LN Connect 2025 is a day dedicated to inspiring, collaborating, and empowering the L&D community.
Hosted by The Learning Network, this one-day event provides a platform for learning professionals to exchange ideas, explore fresh perspectives, and debate the latest trends in L&D.
Featuring inspiring keynote speakers, real-life case studies, and exclusive networking opportunities, the event focuses on how L&D can proactively lead organisational change amidst constant disruption. The goal is to equip attendees with the tools and insights needed to drive innovation and ensure learning remains at the heart of business success.
The Learning Leaders Conference
🗓️ December 3-5, 2025
📍 Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace, Florida
The Learning Leaders Conference is a must-attend event for L&D professionals seeking to lead transformative change within their organizations. Held in Florida’s sunny Orlando, this conference brings together learning leaders, innovators, and industry experts to explore how to enhance the impact of L&D initiatives and create measurable business value.
With a focus on leadership development, the conference offers sessions designed to refine your leadership skills and develop future leaders within your organisation. You’ll gain insights into building a thriving workplace culture, aligning learning strategies with business goals, and fostering a culture of continuous development. Whether you’re looking to enhance your existing programs or create lasting organizational change, this event provides practical solutions to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving learning landscape.
Wrapping Up
2025 is packed with an exciting range of learning and development events designed to help you sharpen your skills, embrace innovation, and connect with like-minded professionals.
Whether you’re eager to explore the latest in learning tech, dive deep into leadership strategies, or engage with experts in more intimate settings, these events offer something for every L&D professional.
From large-scale conferences to specialised summits, this year’s lineup will empower you to elevate your organisation’s learning strategies, stay ahead of trends, and build a future-ready workforce.
Don’t miss out on these opportunities to learn, network, and inspire transformation in your workplace!
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