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Southbank Centre launches Creative Intelligence festival exploring tech and art

festival-fair · 2026-06-10

The Southbank Centre in London will host the first edition of Creative Intelligence, a weekend festival exploring the intersection of technology, creativity, and art, from 11 to 13 September. The programme includes art, performance, live gigs, demos, and debates, with activities ranging from hands-on sessions for newcomers to specialist talks for industry experts. Inspired by the 1951 Festival of Britain, the festival examines how human agency and imagination interact with technology, including AI. This ambitious annual event is commissioned and produced by the Southbank Centre.

Key facts

  • Creative Intelligence festival takes place 11-13 September at Southbank Centre, London.
  • Festival explores future of technology and creativity through art, performance, gigs, demos, and debate.
  • Programme includes hands-on activities for newcomers and in-depth talks for creatives and industry experts.
  • Inspired by the 1951 Festival of Britain's spirit of innovation.
  • First edition of an annual festival combining debate, play, art, and technology.
  • Commissioned and produced by the Southbank Centre.

Entities

Institutions

  • Southbank Centre

Locations

  • London
  • United Kingdom

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