Learning Technologies 2026, London UK
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Dates and Venue

5 - 6 May 2027 | Excel London

5 - 6 May 2027 | Excel London

About Learning Technologies

So, who are we?

Learning Technologies is Europe's leading workplace learning event, held each year at Excel London, where L&D, HR and training professionals explore the ideas, innovations and technologies shaping the future of workplace learning. 

Held over two days, Learning Technologies pairs a free-to-attend exhibition with a paid conference. The most recent edition welcomed more than 15,000 professionals from 50 countries, alongside 200 exhibitors and 200 free seminars. It runs co-located with HR Technologies UK and is supported year-round by the Learning Technologies Awards, the Learning Technologies Autumn Forum and ongoing LT Webinar series.

Learning Technologies is organised by CloserStill Media, a B2B events company running more than 200 award-winning events across technology, learning and HR, healthcare, and future transport and infrastructure. CloserStill events attract over 300,000 visitors across 12+ countries each year, and the company has won more than 60 major industry awards. 

Learning Technologies takes place 5 - 6 May 2027 at Excel London, Royal Victoria Dock, London E16 1XL. 

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Back in the '90s: Where it all began

In 1999, the event we now know as Learning Technologies was born out of the growing trend dominating many fields: IT. The event was originally an IT training show, hosted at Kensington Olympia in West London.

Over time, Learning Technologies grew in popularity and size, saying goodbye to its original venue and moving east to Excel London in 2019, for the leading showcase we recognise today. 

But it wasn't just the scale of the event that changed; Learning Technologies evolved to keep up with the rapid advancements in technology, of which transformed the event and the L&D industry itself.

We've had the pleasure of welcoming thousands of visitors and delegates, building strong relationships with our speakers, exhibitors, sponsors and partners – and hosting an inspiring hub for learning professionals from over 50 countries worldwide to come together and navigate the future of our industry.

Fun fact: the inventor of the Mind Map, Tony Buzan, spoke at the Learning Technologies 2013 Conference!

Learning Technologies through the years

Celebrating 25 years of Learning Technologies

Learning Technologies - 25 years drawing board

In 2024, Learning Technologies hit a silver milestone: a full quarter-century of Europe's leading L&D event!

To mark the occasion, we interviewed past conference chairs and speakers to get their insights on the event over the years, as well as their insights into how the L&D industry has transformed across time.

You can watch all the interviews on demand by exploring the videos on YouTube below.

Watch the playlist

The Learning Technologies universe

Learning Technologies Awards

Awards

11 November 2026

Our awards launched back in 2017, and has grown to be the largest and most prestigious event of its kind.

Every industry and country is welcome to enter, and we've had the pleasure of recognising some incredible teams, projects and individuals over the years.

The annual gala evening is always a highlight of our calendar, bringing together the community for an unforgettable night of celebration.

Discover the Awards

Learning Technologies Autumn Forum

Autumn Forum

13, 15, 20, 22 October 2026

Our unique follow-up to our main Learning Technologies event started over 10 years ago, originally as a Summer Forum.

Over time, the Autumn Forum has changed seasons and location, transforming into an online event to reach an even wider, more global audience.

The event takes place every October, which is National Learning and Development Month, and addresses the hottest topics in the industry.

Explore the Autumn Forum

Learning Technologies Webinars

Webinars

Return September 2026

Our webinar series provides a year-round resource of learning and connection for the L&D community.

We've hosted over 500 webinars since 2012, running 1-hour sessions covering a range of topics with our webinar host, Andrew Jacobs, a recognised voice in L&D.

Our webinars are open to all, and boast an engaged audience where participants are encouraged to interact with the speakers and ask lots of insightful questions.

Browse our Webinars

Learning Technologies Sponsors

Learning Technologies Partners

Global Event Hub

Learning Technologies

London, UK

Learning Technologies Awards

London, UK

Learning Technologies Autumn Forum

Online

HR Technologies

London, UK

Learning Technologies France

Paris, France

HR Technologies France

Paris, France

OEB Global

Berlin, Germany

Zukunft Personal Europe

Cologne, Germany

Zukunft Personal Nord

Hamburg, Germany

Zukunft Personal Sud

Stuttgart, Germany

DevLearn

Las Vegas, USA

Learning Leadership

Las Vegas, USA

HR Technologies Spain

Madrid, Spain