Edinburgh launches new media event after final TV Festival

The Edinburgh TV Festival will relocate to Manchester next year, marking a strategic shift for one of the UK’s established broadcasting industry gatherings. Organizers confirmed the move to align the event with Manchester’s expanding role as a national hub for television production, digital media, and independent creative enterprises. The festival will retain its core function as a development and networking platform for writers, producers, and commissioners while adapting its programming to reflect the city’s distinct media ecosystem.

The Manchester edition will feature a restructured schedule centered on industry panels, pitching forums, and content showcases tailored to emerging formats and cross-platform storytelling. Hosted across established regional venues, the event will integrate partnerships with local production companies, funding agencies, and broadcast networks to facilitate direct