Housing 2026 is a large-scale annual event for the housing and wider living sector, positioned as a central forum for collaboration, policy discussion, and practical solutions around high-quality, accessible, and affordable housing.4 It combines a conference, exhibition, and extensive networking programme aimed at shaping the future of housing policy and practice in the UK and beyond.42
The event targets a broad professional audience across the housing ecosystem: senior leaders, decision-makers, board members, operational managers, and frontline staff from housing associations, local authorities, government agencies, tenant organisations, and suppliers.23 Strategic and policy-focused content is delivered in the delegate areas, attracting those involved in governance and high-level decision-making, while the exhibition floor and operational sessions support future leaders and staff responsible for day-to-day service delivery.23
Housing 2026 is notable for its scale and breadth: the organisers highlight around 9,000 attendees, 500 speakers, 350 exhibitors, 150 hours of CPD-accredited content, 10 content streams, 60 fringe events, 50 partners, and 3 awards dinners.4 The programme includes theatre sessions, immersive and interactive zones, and peer-led networking and problem-solving activities, alongside lived-experience contributors, tenants’ voices, and input from government bodies.14 Exhibitors present new technologies and solutions to improve housing operations and resident outcomes.1
The event is held at Manchester Central in Manchester, United Kingdom, a venue explicitly chosen and profiled by the organisers, who also emphasise its role in their climate and sustainability ambitions.910 The site indicates that Housing 2026 sits within a wider events portfolio, with an internal team responsible for programme, operations, and partnerships.56