Frequently Asked Questions

SHARP 2027 Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about attending, sponsoring, exhibiting, or speaking at SHARP Festival 2027.

Attending SHARP Festival is an investment in your professional development, industry knowledge, and business network. Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning for another year, we want to make your experience as seamless and rewarding as possible.

This guide answers the questions we receive most frequently from delegates, speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, and partners. It covers everything from choosing the right festival pass and planning your visit to making the most of your experience across the five days.

If you can’t find the information you’re looking for, our team will be happy to help.

Before You Attend

Registration & Festival Passes

How can I register for SHARP Festival?

Registration can be completed directly through the SHARP Festival website. Once your booking has been successfully processed, you will receive a confirmation email containing your registration details and booking information.

What does my delegate ticket include?

Your ticket provides access to the SHARP Festival programme based on the pass option selected during registration.

Depending on your ticket type, this may include access to keynote sessions, expert discussions, industry panels, practical workshops, networking opportunities, and other festival experiences available during your selected attendance days.

What is the badge collection policy?

All registered delegates must collect their official event badge from the registration desk when they first arrive at the venue.

Please note that event badges are strictly personal and cannot be transferred, shared, or used by another individual. Any misuse of event credentials may result in removal from the festival.

Event Logistics & Experience

When and where does the festival take place?

SHARP Festival 2027 takes place in London, bringing together marketing, PR, brand, and communications professionals for five days of industry discussions, learning, and networking.

Full venue details, travel information, and arrival instructions will be shared with registered attendees before the event.

What is the dress code?

The recommended dress code throughout SHARP Festival and networking activities is business or business casual.

What can delegates expect from the SHARP Festival experience?

SHARP Festival is designed around meaningful conversations, practical learning, and real industry experiences.

The programme focuses on expert insights, case studies, discussions, and opportunities for professionals to exchange ideas around the challenges and opportunities shaping modern marketing, PR, branding, and communications.

Delegates are encouraged to actively participate, share experiences, and connect with other professionals throughout the festival.

Are there any venue restrictions?

SHARP Festival is a professional B2B industry event. Attendees must be aged 18 or over to access the festival, conference sessions, workshops, and networking activities.

Animals:
Animals are not permitted within the venue unless they are registered assistance animals.

Partnerships & Exhibition

Can my organisation sponsor or exhibit at the festival?

Yes. SHARP Festival offers partnership opportunities for organisations looking to connect with senior marketing, PR, brand, and communications professionals.

Partnership options can include brand visibility, speaking opportunities, exhibition presence, networking opportunities, and tailored solutions designed around your organisation’s objectives.

You can explore partnership opportunities by contacting the SHARP Festival team. You can view a high-level overview on our Sponsorship Page or fill out the form there to request the complete, detailed brochure.

Can my organisation exhibit at the festival?

Yes. SHARP Festival provides exhibition opportunities for companies offering products, services, platforms, and solutions relevant to marketing, communications, branding, digital transformation, customer experience, and business growth.

Exhibition packages can be tailored depending on your organisation’s goals, team size, and requirements.

What is included in a SHARP Festival exhibition package?

Exhibition packages are designed to provide organisations with meaningful opportunities to connect with delegates.

Depending on the selected package, benefits may include exhibition space, company visibility across event materials, digital promotion, representative passes, and opportunities to engage directly with festival attendees.

How can we request a partnership or exhibition proposal?

To explore sponsorship or exhibition opportunities, complete the partnership enquiry form or contact the SHARP Festival team directly.

Our team will discuss your objectives and provide a tailored proposal based on your requirements.

Speaking Opportunities

Can I apply to speak at SHARP Festival?

Yes. SHARP Festival welcomes experienced marketing leaders, PR professionals, brand specialists, communication experts, and industry practitioners who have valuable insights and real-world experience to share.

If you would like to contribute to the SHARP Festival programme, you can submit a speaker application through our speaker enquiry form.

What type of speakers does SHARP Festival look for?

SHARP Festival is looking for professionals who can share practical knowledge, innovative approaches, successful strategies, and perspectives on the future of marketing, PR, branding, and communications.

We welcome voices from brands, agencies, consultancies, and organisations shaping the industry.

Media, Privacy & Recording

What is the photography and media policy?

Official SHARP Festival photographers and videographers may capture content throughout the event.

By attending the festival, you acknowledge that images, videos, and other media captured during the event may be used for future promotional, editorial, and marketing purposes.

If you prefer not to appear in official photography, please inform the event team upon arrival.

Can I take my own photos or record sessions?

Personal photography and social media sharing are encouraged.

Delegates are welcome to share their experiences, key insights, and highlights from SHARP Festival online.

However, professional, commercial, or full-session recordings of presentations, workshops, or discussions are not permitted without prior written approval from the organisers.

Still have a question?

If your question is not answered here, our SHARP Festival team is available to assist with registration queries, group bookings, partnership opportunities, speaking enquiries, accessibility requirements, or any other event-related questions.