Bright Network FESTIVAL 2026 - entry time FAQs

Apply to attend FESTIVAL in the morning (10am registration / 10:30am entry)

Apply to attend FESTIVAL in the afternoon (1pm registration / 2pm entry)

FESTIVAL 2026 is split the entry times to help with reducing crowds and making it easier to speak to and hear from the 90+ top employers attending.

See below for some frequently asked questions about entry times.

• What does morning entry mean?
• What does afternoon entry mean?
• Can I attend in the morning and afternoon as an in-person attendee?
• Can I attend virtually? How do entry times work if I'm attending virtually?
• If I attend in person in the morning, can I attend virtually in the afternoon?
• What if I'm bringing a friend?
• Can I swap my in-person ticket to a different entry time?
• Can I swap my in-person ticket to a virtual ticket?
• What if I have accessibility requirements?
• Will food be provided?

Morning entry means you'll be able to arrive at the venue at 10am (UK time) on 13th September. You'll then get entry into the venue from 10:30am. You'll be able to network and attend sessions between 10:30am - 1:30pm.

The latest you can register for morning entry and access the event is 12pm.

You need to have left the venue by 1:30pm if you haven't already.

Afternoon entry means you'll be able to register from 1pm (UK time) on 13th September. You'll be able to network and attend sessions between 2pm - 5pm.

Do not arrive before 12pm as you will be told to come back later when your ticket is valid.

The latest you can register for afternoon entry and access the event is 4pm.

You need to have left the venue by 5pm (or 5:20pm after the final session of the day) if you haven't already.

No. You can only apply for morning or afternoon entry. If you apply for both, you will be randomly allocated an entry time. You will not be able to swap entry times once you apply.

If you're attending in person with a friend, you should apply for the same entry slot so you can network and go to sessions together.

No. Due to the volume of applications and limited team resource, we can't reallocate tickets - so make sure you're committed to your time slot when you apply and put it in your calendar.

We are committed to making our events inclusive and accessible. If you have an accessibility requirement, please get in touch by emailing [email protected]. You can also look at our DEI&B initiatives and the FESTIVAL resource hub which has more details about accessibility at the venue and online.

No. We recommend eating before you arrive and bringing snacks/water with you.