The Festivals
One festival. Seven editions
Same spirit, local programme. From the lawns of Wellington College to cities across Europe, Asia and the Americas — find the festival nearest you.
The Festivals
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Washington D.C.
USA – British International Schools Washsington D.C.
The festival spirit lands stateside — big ideas and lively debate for American educators.
3 October, 2026
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Bangkok
Thailand – Wellington College International School Bangkok
Southeast Asia’s educators gather for the region’s most joyful celebration of teaching.
7 November, 2026
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Shanghai
China – Wellington College International School Shanghai
A meeting point for ideas between East and West, with a world-class speaker line-up.
18 April, 2027
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The Hague
The Netherlands – Edith Stein College
The festival’s European home away from home, drawing educators from across the continent.
11 June, 2027
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Barcelona
Spain – The British School of Barcelona, Castelldefels
Mediterranean sun and serious ideas — the festival’s newest European edition.
29 October, 2027
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Pune
India
Our seventh edition launches soon. Be first to know when tickets go on sale.
November, 2027
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What every edition shares
Different city, same festival
Whatever your role or setting, there’s a place for you at the Festival of Education.