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AI & No-Code Events in Cambridge, October 2026

Cambridge’s October calendar brings together hands-on software practice, academic AI, digital management and perspectives on moving beyond university careers.

Builders can start with Coding Dojo: Let’s do some TDD! on 13 October at The Bradfield Centre, a practical session centred on test-driven development. On 15 October, Churchill College hosts the 2026 3rd International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Digital Management, covering the intersection of AI and organisational decision-making.

Later in the month, two Beyond Academia events connect Cambridge’s university community with senior industry leaders. Beyond Academia with Google’s Head of Universities, EMEA Partnerships takes place on 22 October at West Hub, followed by Beyond Academia: Financial Times Chief Data Officer on 27 October at The Glasshouse @InnovateCambridge.

The month suits developers sharpening their engineering practice, researchers exploring AI and digital management, and academics or students considering routes into industry. It also offers useful context for founders and product builders who want to understand how major organisations approach university partnerships, data and applied technology.

Browse the full Cambridge listing below to find the event that best matches what you’re building or learning.

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Upcoming AI events in Cambridge

7 events · 2 months

November 2026

5 events
In PersonIn person

Cambridge · King's College

Hosted by King's College Cambridge

Explore how AI can advance women’s health, and how policy can address equity, governance and trust, at King’s College in Cambridge on 9 November 2026. This in-person, policy-focused event examines digital health technologies ranging from reproductive health tracking apps and diagnostic AI to large-scale health data platforms. Discussions will consider their potential to improve historically under-researched areas such as endometriosis, alongside questions about equitable access, responsible governance and patient trust. Organised by the AI for Women’s Health Interest Group at the Alan Turing Institute and Teesside University, in partnership with King’s E-Lab, the 3.5-hour session aims to create new connections, surface emerging ideas and identify future research priorities. Speakers - Dr Francesca Gaccioli, University of Cambridge researcher in placental pathophysiology, pregnancy complications, biomarkers and diagnostic tools, and co-founder of the FibroidsFREE advocacy initiative. - Clarisa Lordache, founder and president of Romania’s Eu și Endometrioza Association and creator of the patient-focused documentary Endodyssey. - Dr Roser Vento-Tormo, Wellcome Sanger Institute group leader and AITHYRA Global Adjunct Principal Investigator, whose lab combines spatial genomics, AI and gene editing to study reproductive tissues. The event runs 9:30am–1pm on Monday 9 November 2026 at King’s College, King’s Parade, Cambridge. Attendance is strictly ticketed. Every guest needs a valid ticket or registration, and admission remains at the discretion of the College Porters subject to College access requirements. Get tickets

EventIn person

Cambridge · West Hub, Room E, University of Cambridge

Explore how cutting-edge AI research becomes scalable, real-world products with BBC Head of Applied AI Dr Nikolay Burlutskiy in Cambridge on 10 November 2026. This in-person Beyond Academia: AI & Data Science Applications seminar offers a practitioner’s perspective on moving artificial intelligence beyond research and into complex organisations. Hosted by the Cambridge Centre for Data-Driven Discovery (C2D3), it takes place from 4:00–5:00pm on Tuesday 10 November 2026 in Room E at the University of Cambridge’s West Hub, JJ Thomson Avenue, Cambridge. From AI research to deployment The Beyond Academia series bridges the gap between high-level academic research and real-world implementation. Its invited talks examine the technical, architectural and operational challenges involved in deploying AI innovation, while also highlighting career paths outside academia. The format is an engaging one-hour talk with plenty of opportunity to put questions directly to the speaker. Attendees will hear from Dr Nikolay Burlutskiy, Head of Applied AI at the BBC, where he focuses on translating advanced AI research into scalable products used by millions. His career spans more than 15 years across AI research, technical product development and international enterprise strategy. Burlutskiy’s experience includes: - Serving as Senior Engineering Manager at Mars and leading the architecture and deployment of the Mars AI Experiences platform, an enterprise generative AI capability supporting more than 170,000 associates. - Working as Director of ML & AI at AstraZeneca, where he led scientists and engineers applying generative AI and computer vision to drug discovery, clinical data harmonisation and histopathology automation. - Leading AI technical product development at Sweden’s ContextVision and contributing to the creation of spin-out Inify. - Beginning his industry career as an AI engineer at Samsung Electronics in South Korea. He holds a PhD in AI, has more than 35 peer-reviewed publications and US patents, and contributes to the wider AI community as a speaker, conference organiser and reviewer. Who should attend?… Register for this event

MeetupIn person

Building an AI business

Cambridge · The Glasshouse, Innovate Cambridge

Hosted by Cambridge AI

Learn how AI founders adapt their products, technology and go-to-market strategies at this Cambridge AI meetup on 24 November 2026 in Cambridge. Taking place from 5:30pm to 7:30pm GMT at The Glasshouse, Innovate Cambridge, the event features candid founder stories about building AI businesses in a fast-changing market. The discussion will cover the original problems each company set out to solve, how their approaches evolved and how advances in AI affected both technical decisions and commercial strategy. Speakers - Jonathan Williams of Antare, whose team is tackling the challenge of interpreting data from body-worn and fixed cameras to support emergency services. - Justinas Kairys of Opendatabay, who is building a marketplace connecting buyers and sellers of AI training data. After the talks, attendees can meet other members of the local AI community over drinks and pizza. The meetup is organised by Cambridge AI with support from Grounded AI and RedTech Recruitment, and is hosted by Innovate Cambridge at The Glasshouse, 100 Hills Road. This event is particularly relevant to AI founders, engineers, product builders and anyone interested in the practical realities of taking an AI business from an initial problem to market. Register for Building an AI business

Sponsors: Grounded AI · RedTech Recruitment

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Hosted by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Build production-ready AI and machine learning solutions without writing a single line of code. This comprehensive 12-week online program from MIT Professional Education transforms aspiring data scientists and business professionals into AI practitioners through hands-on, no-code workflows. Starting November 27, 2026, you'll master the latest AI technologies—from supervised learning and neural networks to Generative AI and autonomous agents—using intuitive platforms that eliminate traditional coding barriers. What You'll Master This industry-aligned curriculum covers the complete AI development lifecycle across 10 core modules and additional self-paced content. You'll explore data science fundamentals, prediction methods using regression and neural networks, decision systems, recommendation engines, and computer vision techniques. Advanced modules dive deep into Generative AI foundations, prompt engineering, and Agentic AI—the cutting edge of autonomous intelligent systems. The program culminates with critical training in ethical and responsible AI deployment. You'll work with powerful no-code platforms including KNIME, RapidMiner, Teachable Machine, ChatGPT, Gemini, NotebookLM, and Dall E. These tools enable rapid prototyping, testing, and operationalization of machine learning models without traditional programming knowledge. Hands-On Learning Theory meets practice through 3 comprehensive projects and over 20 real-world case studies spanning hospitality, marketing and advertising, EdTech, healthcare, food and nutrition tech, and e-commerce. You'll transform raw data into actionable business insights, build classification systems, deploy neural network solutions, and create recommendation engines—all using no-code methodologies that reflect current industry practices. World-Class MIT Faculty Learn directly from MIT's leading researchers and educators, including Stefanie Jegelka, Caroline Uhler, John N. Tsitsiklis, Munther Dahleh, and Devavrat Shah. Their expertise ensures you're learning cutting-edge techniques aligned with academic research and industry application. Flexible Online Format This fully online program requires 6-12 hours weekly commitment over 12 weeks (approximately 80 total study hours). The asynchronous format allows you to balance learning with professional and personal commitments while progressing through structured modules. Upon successful completion, you'll receive a Certificat

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December 2026

2 events
In PersonIn person

Cambridge · Peterhouse

Hosted by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT

FAIRS’26 is a one-day, in-person forum in Cambridge for PhD, MRes and MPhil students conducting AI-related research. Held at Peterhouse, Trumpington Street, Cambridge CB2 1RD, the forum gives research students direct opportunities to discuss their work and the realities of postgraduate study with senior scholars, practitioners and fellow attendees. What to expect The programme will cover: - Guidance on conducting AI research and writing a thesis - Advice on preparing for and undergoing a viva - Discussion of career options after a PhD - A chance to present your research through a five-minute PowerPoint presentation, followed by discussion with senior researchers and practitioners This is a focused event for current AI research students rather than a general introduction to artificial intelligence. It runs from 10:30am to 6:15pm on Monday 14 December 2026 and is organised by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. See the event details and programme for further information. Refunds are available up to 10 days before the event. Get tickets for FAIRS’26

ConferenceIn person

Cambridge · Peterhouse College, Cambridge

Hosted by BCS Specialist Group on Artificial Intelligence (SGAI)

AI-2026 marks the forty-sixth edition of Europe's longest-running AI conference series, bringing together researchers, practitioners, and students to Cambridge for three days of cutting-edge artificial intelligence discourse. Hosted by the British Computer Society's Specialist Group on Artificial Intelligence (SGAI) at the historic Peterhouse College, this leading UK-based international conference has established itself as a cornerstone event in the global AI research community. What to Expect The conference features a comprehensive programme spanning 15-17 December 2026, offering multiple streams of engagement. Attendees can participate in technical and application streams, poster sessions showcasing emerging research, and four half-day workshops running in parallel streams on the opening day. The event is designed to accommodate various formats of knowledge sharing, from full 14-page papers to short 6-page poster papers, all peer-reviewed to rigorous professional standards and published in Springer's prestigious Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence series. Pre-Conference Research Forum The conference kicks off on 14 December with FAIRS'26 (Forum for AI Research Students), an inclusive session open to all research students for a modest fee covering lunch and refreshments. This provides PhD candidates and early-career researchers with a dedicated platform to present work-in-progress and connect with peers. Who Should Attend AI-2026 welcomes academics, industry practitioners, researchers, and students working across all areas of artificial intelligence. Whether you're presenting groundbreaking research, exploring practical applications, or seeking to expand your knowledge of current AI developments, this conference offers valuable opportunities for learning and networking. The inclusion of both technical and application streams ensures relevance for those focused on theoretical advances as well as real-world implementations. Submission and Publication Key dates include paper submission by 26 June 2026, notification of acceptance by 1 September 2026, and camera-ready papers due 14 September 2026. All accepted papers undergo full peer review and appear in the published proceedings, providing authors with recognition in a respected academic publication series. Set in the inspiring academic atmosphere of Cambridge, AI-2026 continu

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Cambridge is home to a growing AI community with regular events for professionals, founders and builders. There are currently 7 upcoming AI events in Cambridge, from small meetups to full conferences.

From hands-on workshops and hackathons to networking meetups and multi-day conferences, there are AI events in Cambridge for every level. Whether you are building AI agents, vibe coding with tools like Cursor and Replit, or automating a business with no-code tools, there will be something that fits.

Create With hosts and curates AI events across Cambridge and beyond, including meetups, workshops, bootcamps and an annual conference. Explore Plus to get more from the community.

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What AI events are happening in Cambridge in 2026?

There are currently 7 upcoming AI events listed in Cambridge. These include meetups, workshops, conferences, and networking events.

Are there free AI events in Cambridge?

Yes, many AI events in Cambridge are free to attend. Community meetups and networking events are often free, while workshops and conferences may charge a fee.

What types of AI events can I attend in Cambridge?

AI events in Cambridge include meetups for networking and talks, hands-on workshops where you build with AI tools, multi-day conferences with keynote speakers, hackathons, and bootcamps. Events cover topics like AI agents, vibe coding, no-code development, and automation.

How do I find AI meetups near me in Cambridge?

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Who organises AI events in Cambridge?

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