UK lists free social science festival events on money and daily life
UKRI lists more than 300 free festival events from October 17 through November 7, including online sessions.
What the record says
The UK’s Festival of Social Science runs from October 17 to November 7, with money and finance as this year’s theme, according to UKRI’s October 13 announcement. Researchers from 41 universities are taking part in more than 300 free events across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, as well as online. Sessions explore subjects such as spending, saving, consumer choices and the forces shaping the economy. UKRI says most events are open to everyone, while some are intended for children or other specific audiences.
Source details and supporting locations.
Practical next step
Use the festival’s event search, linked by UKRI, to check the date, location, audience and any booking requirements for a session.
Limits and what is not established
The announcement describes the overall programme. Individual event availability, booking rules and online access need to be checked with the organisers; this record does not provide personalised financial advice.
Sources checked October 18, 2026. Later notices may change instructions or arrangements.
Original sources
UK Research and Innovation: original information