Sheffield is set to host the UK’s most influential gathering for the children’s media sector this summer and as a supporting partner, we’re delighted to help our members access it at an even more affordable rate.

The Children’s Media Conference 2026 (CMC) returns to the city from 7-9 July, bringing together more than 1,200 professionals from across the children’s media sector for three days of insight, inspiration and connection.

Recognised as the UK’s leading event in its field, CMC is a key meeting point for anyone working in – or alongside – children’s content, from production and broadcasting, to tech, education and digital platforms.

This year’s theme, Find the Funding and Find the Audience, reflects some of the biggest challenges and opportunities facing the sector today. With rapid changes in how young audiences engage with content, alongside evolving regulation and platform dynamics, the programme promises timely discussion, practical insight and valuable new connections.

The conference will open with a keynote from Catherine Carr, an award-winning journalist and podcaster known for exploring the lives and voices of young people – a relevant perspective in today’s complex and changing digital landscape.

Exclusive offer for Sheffield Digital members

As a Sheffield Digital member, you can attend CMC 2026 for £325 + VAT – a saving of £265 on the standard delegate rate, and the biggest discount we’ve been able to offer yet.

To access this exclusive rate, simply email comms@sheffield.digital to request your discount code and booking link.

We’d really encourage any members working in, or connected to, children’s media to take advantage of this opportunity, and we hope to see plenty of familiar faces there as Sheffield once again hosts this important industry event. You can read more about the Children’s Media Conference 2026 and stay up to date on lineup announcements, over on the website.