Freedom Fest UK 2026

Attend the Freedom Fest UK 2026 on 21 November 2026 at the Pendulum Hotel, Manchester, UK. This UK freedom tech event will bring together privacy activists, technologists, journalists, campaigners, Bitcoiners, and inquisitive minds to explore how digital systems are changing civil liberties, money, expression, privacy, and personal freedom. Freedom Fest invites participants to explore how technology can help instead of limit personal freedom, from encryption and tracking to Bitcoin and decentralized technology.

Organised By

Bitfest is a four-part celebration of Bitcoin, creativity, and open-source culture, combining the BitFest Bitcoin Conference, Nostrshire, Bitcoin Art, and Bitcoin Music through technology, art, and live performances.

Event Highlights

• Privacy & Digital Rights
• Freedom Technology
• Money & Financial Freedom
• Open Debate & Community

Why Attend Freedom Fest UK 2026?

• Learn more about the expanding connection between civil liberties, technology, and security.
• Learn useful privacy methods and technology to improve your freedom in daily life.
• Network with those involved in digital rights, decentralization, open-source software, and Bitcoin.
• Discover different ideas on financial privacy, digital identity, censorship, and the future of internet freedom.

What's on at Freedom Fest

• Communicate Privately: Learn about encrypted messaging.
• Own Your Identity: Explore individuals' greater control over digital identity.
• Protect Your Money: Understand Bitcoin, cash and alternatives.
• Publish Freely: Discover open protocols and decentralised networks.
• Control Your Data: Explore self-hosted and open-source tools.

Speakers

• Peter Yared – Layer3.Press
• Susie V Ward – Independent Journalist / Bitcoin Policy UK
• Ben Arc – Nostr.com
• Oscar Pacey – Tranquility Node

Freedom Fest takes place alongside Bitfest UK, bringing civil liberties, privacy, freedom technology and Bitcoin together under one roof while maintaining distinct programmes and spaces. 

Don't miss Freedom Fest UK to learn how open systems, digital rights, and privacy technology may contribute to a safer digital future.