Enterprise Week

Enterprise Week is back with a bang in 2026

Following the success of last year’s event, Luton Council is delighted to present Luton Enterprise Week 2026. This exciting week-long programme, taking place from Monday 16 November to Friday 20 November, brings together entrepreneurs, businesses, students, educators and industry experts to celebrate enterprise, innovation and economic growth across Luton.

Enterprise Week is bigger and better than ever. With the programme expanded from four to five days, participants can look forward to an exciting line-up of interactive and insightful sessions that go beyond talking about business – they provide real opportunities to make connections, showcase ideas and do business. To make sure you don’t miss out, please book your place on any sessions you would like to attend below.

What to expect

For businesses at every stage

From aspiring entrepreneurs to established companies seeking growth opportunities

Take opportunities & do business

Meet the Buyer events and funding opportunities for local organisations

Industry specific Events

Tailored to the town, designed to help solve your challenges

Eye Catching Workshops

Varied, interactive, and accessible for different types of entrepreneurs

Five days of opportunity, growth and connection

Join businesses from across Luton for Enterprise Week 2026, a vibrant programme of events designed to inspire, connect and support local enterprise. From our official launch event and Meet the Buyer session to market stall opportunities, business networking and youth enterprise development, the week showcases the best of Luton’s business community. Alongside these headline events, a range of additional activities will provide opportunities to learn, collaborate and grow.

Frasers Plus Luton Market Stall Event

Are you looking to increase visibility for your business and connect with new customers? Join our upcoming Market Stall Event at Frasers Plus Luton and take advantage of a fantastic opportunity to promote and sell your products, goods, or services completely free of charge.

Located in one of Luton’s busiest shopping destinations, this event offers direct access to a high volume of shoppers and potential customers. Whether you’re an established business or a growing start-up, this is the perfect platform to raise awareness, generate leads, and boost sales.

If you would like to participate in this exciting event, submit your application below before Wednesday 30 September 2026. Spaces are limited and will be given on a first come first served basis, so secure your space today.

Tickets and timetable

Venue: University of Bedfordshire, Post Graduate Centre

9:30am – 12pm: Enterprise Week Launch Event

Our launch event will consist of a panel of local entrepreneurs that will be sharing their success story in Luton alongside a special key note speaker. Some exciting news will also be unveiled for local businesses.

12pm – 1pm: Networking Lunch

1pm – 2:30pm: AI Workshop

The University of Bedfordshire will be hosting an interactive workshop that will help businesses navigate through the new age of AI and how it can work for you.

3pm – 4:30pm: Access to Finance Workshop

In this interactive session, Barclay Bank will be highlighting how your business can access the finance it needs to grow, the common pitfalls experienced, and what the best option might be for you.

6pm – 7pm: Entrepreneurship for All Online Workshop

Hosted by the Disability Resource Centre, this online workshop will showcase how entrepreneurship can truly be for all.

Further details and tickets can be found here.

Venue: Percival House

9:30am – 10am: Event Registration

10am – 12pm: Meet the Buyer Event

This Meet the Buyer will highlight local opportunities for businesses to capitalize on and provide an opportunity to network directly with contractors.

1pm – 2:30pm: Construction Sector Workshop

Hosted by national contractor Willmott Dixon, this workshop will help develop your bid writing skills to ensure you’ve got the tools to win more work.

3pm – 4:30pm: Elevated Sales Workshop

Renowned business support provider Wenta will be hosting this interactive session that will improve one of the most important aspects of your business.

Further details and tickets can be found here.

Venues: Hat Factory and Frasers Plus Luton

9:30am – 10am: Event Registration

10am – 11am: Women in Enterprise Panel (Hat Factory)

This panel will dive into how local women can be successful in enterprise.

11:30am – 1pm: Opportunities for Social Enterprises (Hat Factory)

Through presentations and facilitated discussions, you’ll examine the practical foundations of enterprise growth, including access to space, trading opportunities, procurement, commissioning and business development support.

2pm – 3:30pm: Creative Sector Workshop (Hat Factory)

This workshop, facilitated by the Culture Trust, will guide you through the key steps to setting up a creative organisation.

2pm – 4:30pm: Market Stall Event (Frasers Plus Luton)

Apply for the chance to sell and promote your business in one of Luton’s busiest shopping centres.

4:30pm – 6pm: Creative Sector Networking Event (Hat Factory)

Network with like-minded creatives who want to do business.

Further details and tickets can be found here.

Venue: Percival House and Wardown House

10am – 11:30am: Construction Skills Hub Event (Percival House)

This session will unveil the new Construction Skills Hub.

12:30pm – 1pm: Professional Services Sector Workshop (Percival House)

Looking to tackle business challenges and uncover new opportunities? Join this interactive workshop for professional services businesses, facilitated by Wenta.

2:30pm – 4pm: Advanced Manufacturing Sector Workshop (Percival House)

Made Smarter will be highlighting how they are leading the UK’s ambitious plans to grow manufacturing through digital technologies, innovations and skills.

5:30pm – 7:30pm: Business Support & Networking Evening (Wardown House)

This relaxed and welcoming event is designed to help you build valuable connections, share ideas and uncover new opportunities for growth and collaboration.

Further details and tickets can be found here.

Venue: University of Bedfordshire, Post Graduate Centre

10am – 10:30am: Young Person’s Entrepreneurship Panel

An opportunity for young people to understand that successful entrepreneurship is possible in Luton

10:30am – 12pm: Young Person’s Business Development Workshop

This workshop will establish and strengthen key skills and mindsets needed when running a business, such as communication and attitudes to money, through interactive activities.

1pm – 3pm: Young Person’s Business Scenario Session

A chance for young people to pitch their business ideas to a panel of experts.

Note: This day is dedicated to young people aged 15 – 18. If you are an education provider who would like to find out more details, contact the team at invest@stepforwardluton.co.uk