Advertising Week Europe 2026 Guide to Special Events

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AWARDS

FUTURE IS FEMALE AWARDS, PRESENTED BY empower and propeller

Wednesday, March 25, 6:10pm

Invite Only

Our globally celebrated Future is Female Programme & Awards recognize and celebrate outstanding, trailblazing women in marketing, technology, leadership, entrepreneurship and more.

Our Awards Show is the anchor of the Program recognising leaders from across our industry and beyond. Winners are selected based on a combination of proven achievements, demonstrated ability to effect organisational change, commitment to external impact, ability to mentor others, and professional endorsements.

We believe leadership comes in many forms, so our criteria is about demonstrating it at any level — there are no age limits, set job titles or requirements. This invite-only awards evening celebrates the women defining the future and is open to Super Delegates, Platinum Delegates, and invited guests only.

THE GREAT MINDS LIST PRESENTED BY ADVERTISING WEEK AND FORTUNE

View the winners here

In partnership with Fortune, Advertising Week Europe launches The Great Minds List, recognising ten individuals shaping the future of marketing and advertising.

Recognised for impact, innovation and forward momentum. Celebrated for thinking unalike. From creative and strategic influence to industry impact and championing change, these leaders are redefining what comes next.

Great Minds Think Unalike.

And this is where we celebrate them.

WRAP PARTY

Advertising week new york 2025 wrap party

Thursday, march 26

5pm – 7pm

Networking Lounge

Join us in the Networking Lounge for the ultimate Advertising Week Europe Wrap Party. After days of thought-provoking discussions, inspiring sessions, and game-changing insights, it’s time to unwind, connect, and celebrate.

Enjoy great music, drinks, and good vibes as we bring together industry leaders, creatives, and innovators for one last unforgettable night. Whether you’re making new connections, catching up with old friends, or just soaking in the energy, this is the perfect way to close out an incredible week.

Don’t miss it—let’s send off Advertising Week Europe in style!

RSVP HERE

NETWORKING

AWEurope Pub – Greene King Local

Tuesday, March 24, 5-630pm

Ye Olde Cock Tavern – 22 Fleet Street

Greene King Are you ready?

Join us for a pint at the end of the day! Ye Olde Cock Tavern is a short 5 minute walk from the venue.

Advertising Week EUROPE x Strava Run Club

Tuesday, October 7, 7:00am – RSVP REQUIRED

Please RSVP Here

Start your morning with Strava on March 25. Log some miles before the panels, grab some swag, and see how top brands move with the world’s biggest team.

Details:
When: March, 25 2026 at 7:30 a.m.
Meeting point: 180 Corner, full address here
Route: 5 km, conversational pace, all levels
Perks: Breakfast + swag at the finish line
Extras: Bag drop + shower facilities available

WORKSHOPS

the workshop Stage

View the whole schedule here

All week we’ll be presenting Workshops on the Workshop Stage featuring everything from celebrity-led sessions to expert coaching.

Private 1-1 High-Stakes Leadership Session with Sally Henderson

Wednesday & Thursday at various times

Invite Only Event – Apply to Attend

Aimed at senior business leaders, we ask that you bring something that is on your mind right now. This may be a decision you are weighing up, a situation you want to handle well, or an opportunity you want to accelerate. In thirty minutes, through a blend of challenge and support, Sally will help clarify the issue and what to do next.

The conversation is entirely confidential.

ACTIVATIONS & DEMOS

DEMO WITH CAPABLY AI

Wednesday & Thursday All Day

Lower Level

Capably AI

CANDY STAND BY CINT

Lower Level

A crowd favorite, the Cint Candy Stand is returning to Advertising Week Europe! Stop by between sessions for a sugary concession and for a chat with the Cint crew about how Cint’s Lucid Measurement helps you get the instant insights you crave to know your campaigns are hitting the sweet spot.

DEMO BY GENIUS SPORTS

Lower Level

Genius Sports

PLAY TO WIN WITH GEEQIQ

Networking Lounge

In virtual worlds, performance sets leaders apart. Take on our live gaming challenge, climb the leaderboard, and show your competitive edge. The highest score at the end of the event wins the grand prize. Strategy beats luck.

DEMO BY HYPERVSN

Lower Level

VIDEO STUDIO BY LINKEDIN

Networking Lounge

Come by the LinkedIn Video Booth, record your Advertising Week moment and discover how to build influence as a B2B creator on the world’s largest professional network.

DEMO WITH STABILITY AI

Wednesday, March 25: 11am – 1pm

Lower Level

TIKTOK LIVE CREATOR NETWORKS

Wednesday, March 25: 11am – 1pm

Lower Level

TikTok LIVE Creator Networks

Visit the TikTok LIVE Creator Networks booth to learn how agencies, studios, and creator-led teams can build and scale Creator Networks on TikTok LIVE. The booth will offer hands-on walkthroughs of the Creator Network model, entry requirements, and growth pathways, with 1:1 conversations to help attendees understand whether the program is a fit and how to get started.

UBER ADS-TO-GO

Networking Lounge

They’re filled with the energy you need to navigate a week of great content, just as Epsilon’s platform and solutions are filled with the data, identity and AI marketers need to understand and engage every consumer.

marketing hamster wheel by usercentrics

Lower Level

Deadlines, dashboards, and constant pressure make marketing feel like an endless hamster wheel. Hop on our human-sized Marketing Hamster Wheel for a quick game, win a raffle, and discover how Privacy-Led Marketing helps you escape the grind.

Wendy’s frosty and fries

Ground Level – Co-working Garden

Come try complimentary Frosty and fries from Wendy’s!

SAMPLINGS & PERFORMANCES

SAMPLING WITH PERFECT MATCHA

Tuesday, March 24 & Wednesday, March 25: 830 – 1030am

Networking Lounge

LIVE PERFORMANCE: CHOIR

Tuesday, March 24: 9-930pm

Networking Lounge

LIVE PERFORMANCE: CHOIR

Tuesday, March 24: 1230-1245pm

Networking Lounge

SAMPLING WITH PROPERCORN AND PROPER SNACKS

Tuesday, March 24 & Wednesday, March 25: 130 – 330pm

Networking Lounge

SAMPLING WITH DRINK LIVING THINGS

Tuesday, March 24: 4 – 6pm

Thursday, March 26: 11am – 1pm

Networking Lounge

LIVE PERFORMANCE: JAZZ BAND

Wednesday, March 25: 12-1245pm

Networking Lounge

SAMPLING WITH WE ARE THE CREATORS

Wednesday, March 25 & Thursday, March 26: 130-330pm

Networking Lounge

SAMPLING WITH GRACE AND STELLA

Wednesday, March 25 & Thursday, March 26: 4 – 6pm

Networking Lounge

WORKSPACES & LOUNGES

THE NETWORKING HUB PRESENTED BY UBER

Main Level

Open to all pass types.

Take a load off between sessions in our Networking Lounge. Comfy couches and tables and chairs are available to unwind or to get work done between sessions.

Mural Cafe presented by Global Street Art

Main Level – Co-working Garden

Open to all pass types.

A breakout cafe for attendees to relax, recharge, hear some chilled tunes and see some beautiful murals being painted live!

THE Platinum Lounge

Second Level – Platinum Pass Holders Only

Platinum Delegates come to the Platinum Lounge to relax and work. The lounge will have coffee and tea, and space to work.

Platinum Pass holders can also book a reserved table for in person meetings in the Platinum Lounge. To book a table please log in to the Advertising Week Event app, and select Book time at a Platinum Meeting Table. Platinum Pass holders can bring in non-Platinum Pass holders for individual meetings.

MEETING HUB

Lower Level

Open to all pass types.

Get work done onsite at Advertising Week Europe in our Meeting Hub. Seats and tables are available to take meetings, or catch up on emails.

THE CREATORS LOUNGE

Second Level – Creator Pass Holders only

Step into the Creator Lounge at AWEurope, where every connection is an opportunity. Meet brands, agencies, and investors eager to collaborate with talented creators like you.

VIP AND SPEAKERS Loft pRESENTED BY MONKS

Second Level – Speakers, Platinum Pass, and Super Delegate Pass holders only

A welcoming space for Advertising Week speakers and their partners to refuel and recharge. Open to Speakers, Platinum Delegates, and Super Delegates.