When is the Festival taking place?
Wednesday 18 and Thursday 19 November 2026 at the NEC Birmingham, Halls 6 & 7. Two exciting days not to be missed!
How do I get my Festival pass?
Registration opens on 13 April 2026.
Attendance is free for Personal Finance Society (PFS) members. For non-members, the registration fee is £299.00 for one day or £499.00 for both days, incl. 20% VAT.I’m not a member – can I attend?
Non-members can also attend the Festival, however, if you have previously attended two Personal Finance Society events, you will need to join the Personal Finance Society to attend the event.
What about food and beverages?
A range of F&B outlets will be available throughout the event at the NEC for attendees to purchase refreshments, meals and snacks.
How do I book accommodation?
We have an allocation of bedrooms on hold at several 4 and 3-star hotels within walking distance of the NEC Birmingham. You can book your accommodation by visiting our accommodation page. We recommend booking well in advance, as November is a busy time on the NEC campus!
Will attendance count towards CPD?
Yes – the majority of the sessions count towards CPD. You will be able to sign into the sessions you attend and download a detailed CPD certificate from the Festival app. CPD hours are expected to be 10+ hours across the two days and will be confirmed when the programme is released.
How do I get there?
The NEC is signposted from motorways and major routes including the M42, M40 and M6 and is just few minutes away from Birmingham Airport by a free air-rail link. It’s only a 10 minute walk from Birmingham International Railway Station. Free parking is available at car park E1, E3 and E4. For directions, click here.
Is parking available?
Free parking is available from 17 to 19 November in the East Car Parks E1, E3 and E4. You do not need to book in advance. For more information, please click here
What is the dress code?
There is no dress code – it’s a Festival!
What other facilities are available at the NEC?
For more information, please click here
What about the exhibition?
The Festival of Financial Planning is powered by our partners in professionalism.
You can expect 70+ stands across the Festival halls, with fun activities to engage with, as well as drinks and snacks.Filming and photography
We will be taking photos and video during the event for general use on future PFS materials and media and for promotional purposes for future PFS events. Some partners may also use photos and footage for promotional purposes. By attending this event, you are consenting for us to take and share these photos/footage. You have the right to contact us at any point to ask us not to use a specific photograph – please contact [email protected].
Our partners
