Bright Network FESTIVAL 2026 (MORNING ENTRY)
Meet Bank of America, Lloyds Banking Group and Coca-Cola at FESTIVAL this September! 🚀
Apply now to attend the UK’s no.1 graduate careers event for free on 11th September. Don’t miss this stellar opportunity to build your employability skills and network with 80+ world-leading employers. See if you're eligible to attend.
**This page is for morning entry to FESTIVAL only. This means you’ll be able to register from 9:30 a.m. and access the venue between 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. (UK time). Please click here if you prefer afternoon entry.**
🗓️ Date: Friday, 11th September (9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
📍 Location: London, SW1P 3EE (nearest tube station is Westminster)
🤩 What's on: networking, panel talks and sector insight sessions
👋 Employers you'll meet
🤝 Accessibility and inclusivity at FESTIVAL
*Sponsorship opportunities with participating employers may be limited for attendees without the permanent right to work in the UK.
Why attend
Panel sessions on
'Breaking into Tech', 'Traits of successful women leaders', 'A day in the life of a grad' and more
Discover roles at
80+ top firms including Coca-Cola, Lloyds Banking Group and Bank of America (keep scrolling to see more)
Get insights on
Where to find opportunities, how to present your experience, and excelling in application processes
Who can attend
We welcome members who are currently in university who will be graduating in 2027, 2028, 2029 or 2030.
You must be at least 18 years old to attend this event
You're attending (or attended) university in the UK
Employers joining us
Schedule
11 Sep 2026
Arrival and registration
We endeavour to register people as quickly as possible, but please be prepared for all weathers as you will need to queue outside. For accessibility requirements, get in touch via email.
Open networking
For in-person attendees only. This will involve visiting various booths across three floors at the QEII Centre.
Range of sessions to upskill and inspire you ahead of application season
Attend panels with Bank of America, bp, Clyde & Co, British Airways, AlphaSights, Sky, Lloyds Banking Group, & more!
Exit venue
In-person attendees with morning entry are able to register any time between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. You're welcome to leave at any point, but you will not be able to re-enter in the afternoon.
Location
QEII Centre, Broad Sanctuary, SW1P 3EE
Frequently asked questions
All timings on the agenda for Bright Network FESTIVAL correspond with British Summer Time (BST).
Please refer to our FAQs here if you have any queries about attending a Bright Network event in person.
For information on inclusivity measures at the event, take a look at the FESTIVAL resource hub.
You can also visit our support hub for further questions. If you require anything else, please get in touch with our Events Team at [email protected].
To confirm your place at the event, you may be contacted by call or text by the Bright Network team. Please make sure your details are all correct and up-to-date on your profile.
Photography and videography will be taken at the event.
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This event is always popular with our members, so we recommend getting your application in as soon as possible to secure your spot, especially if you plan to attend in person. We aim to get back to you about the status of your application within a week, but we appreciate your patience if the process takes longer.