Agile Manchester 2026

📅 Date: 13-14 May 2026

🌐 Location: thestudio, Manchester

The North’s practical, hands-on Lean and Agile conference will return on Wednesday 13 and Thursday14 May 2026.

Join us for 2 days of inspiration, practical insights, and community in Manchester. With talks, workshops, case studies, lean coffees and discussions there is something for everyone.

"Well-rounded and diverse topics, this conference was exactly what I needed"

"Interactive workshops that got us out of our comfort zone, comfortably"

Agile Manchester is a welcoming and inclusive environment for you to meet your peers and discuss shared challenges and opportunities away from the pressures of work.

Keynotes

We have a keynote talk to kick off each day of Agile Manchester, our keynotes set the tone for the day, and make sure you start your day inspired.Keynote and speaker announcements coming soon...

What to Expect

Great content

Our curated event experience includes a mixture of inspiring keynotes, curated sessions, engaging live sessions, interactive group sessions, speaker Q&A - plus the all-important hallway track where you can meet and share experiences with fellow practitioners.

Delight!

Every good conference needs fantastic sessions to choose from, but we're aiming for great... so we want your time outside of sessions to be just as important. You'll find jigsaws, crafts, legos and more to get you chatting to new people.

Inclusivity and safety

We are committed to fostering a safe and inclusive space for all participants. Please adhere to our Code of Conduct to help us create a welcoming environment for everyone. We have quiet spaces for neurodivergent folks, rooms to reserve for nursing parents, and spaces for prayer rooms.

Limited tickets

We sell tickets in limited batches, and they are available until they sell out or until the end date is shown. Don't miss out; secure your spot now!

About Agile Manchester

Agile Manchester is organised by Software Acumen. We specialise in running great events, not big ones. We're focused on improving the participant experience. With a strong track record of creating practical, community-centred events, we aim to raise the bar in the tech events sector, even in a virtual environment.

For more information

Visit our Agile Manchester website, find us on LinkedIn and Bluesky, or contact Software Acumen - the event organisers.

Software Acumen is a registered trademark of Software Acumen Ltd.