SVB LIVE 2026 set to reach full capacity as 300 industry leaders prepare to gather at Everton’s new Hill Dickinson Stadium

SVB LIVE 2026 is just weeks away, with the event on course to reach full capacity as around 300 senior leaders and decision-makers from across the sports, venues, entertainment and live events industries prepare to gather in Liverpool.

Taking place at Everton Football Club’s new Hill Dickinson Stadium, 1-2 October,  SVB LIVE 2026 will bring together an influential mix of venue owners, operators, architects, designers, developers, rights holders and industry suppliers for two days of insight, networking and discussion around the future of live experiences.

The event will officially get underway on the evening of 30 September, with an exclusive opening-night icebreaker at Liverpool FC’s iconic Anfield stadium, providing attendees with an opportunity to connect ahead of the main programme.

The 2026 speaker line-up reflects the breadth and depth of the live events ecosystem, with senior voices representing some of the industry’s most prominent organisations, including:

AECOM, AEG, Aramark, Arup, BDP Pattern, Co-op Live, Croke Park, Diageo, Everton, Fulham FC, Horse Racing Ireland, Huddersfield Town, Inter Miami CF, Newcastle United, Olympia Events, P&J Live, Populous, Prime Arena, The O2 and many more.

The 2026 SVB LIVE Conference & Exhibition – focused on elevating the live experience – is being hosted at Everton FC’s new Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool, UK, Oct 1st and 2nd, with an Opening Night Icebreaker at Liverpool FC’s iconic Anfield Stadium, Sept 30th.

Where the Industry Comes Together

With the attendee list now approaching the 300-person capacity, with senior leaders attending from National Ice Centre, first direct arena Leeds, Ipswich Town FC, Liverpool FC, Birmingham City, Aston Villa, Manchester City, AO Arena and many more leading organisations from across the live events, sports and venue ecosystem, SVB LIVE 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most significant gatherings yet for professionals working across the venues and live entertainment landscape.

The event will explore the key issues shaping the next generation of live experiences — from stadium and arena development and venue operations to fan experience, hospitality, premium service, technology, sustainability, commercial strategy and the evolving relationship between sport, music and entertainment.

Hosting the event at Hill Dickinson Stadium adds an especially timely dimension, giving delegates the opportunity to experience Everton’s new home while hearing directly from leaders responsible for shaping major venues and live experiences around the world.

Katie McIntyre, Founder & CEO, SVB LIVE, said:

“SVB LIVE has always been about bringing the right people together in an environment where genuine conversations can happen. This year’s event has generated an incredible response, and with capacity now approaching 300 attendees, we’re seeing just how strong the appetite is across the industry to connect, share ideas and look ahead.”

With the event only a few weeks away, places are now extremely limited for those looking to join SVB LIVE 2026.

SVB LIVE 2026 at a glance

Opening Night: 30 September 2026 — Liverpool FC’s Anfield stadium
Main Event: 1–2 October 2026
Venue: Everton’s new Hill Dickinson Stadium, Liverpool
Attendance: Approximately 300 industry leaders
Focus: Sports venues, live entertainment, events, fan experience, venue development, operations, premium and commercial strategy

About SVB LIVE

SVB LIVE brings together senior professionals from across the sports, venues, entertainment and live events industries for high-level networking, thought leadership and discussion around the issues shaping the future of the sector.

Aramark is the official event partner for SVB LIVE 2026, with Platinum Plus Sponsors Arup, Dawnvale, Global Payments, KAPPTURE, Riptide Partners and Stadium Structures, in addition to Platinum Sponsors AECOM, atVenu, BDP Pattern, Bundeling, Mashgin, Populous and The Parker Company, plus a whole plethora of other sponsors and exhibitors.

For further information, accreditation or remaining places, please visit: https://www.svblive.com/

SVB LIVE provides an unrivalled global community, with opportunities to network, collaborate and explore new possibilities year-round via the SVB LIVE Business Club.

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