WIFTI SUMMIT 2026 PROGRAMME
Welcome Networking Reception
3:00pm - 6:45pmEvent Registration
7:00pmWelcome Networking Reception
A relaxed event welcoming delegates to Adare. Enjoy informal networking, introductions, and a taste of Irish hospitality.
Opening Day, Networking Reception & Cultural Event
9:15am - 10:15amEvent Registration
10:15am - 10:30amWelcome Address
10:30am - 7:00pmPanels
Knowledge-sharing panels with global funders and thought leaders. Thematic discussions on equity, co-productions, and storytelling innovation. More details to be released soon!
Industry Networking Reception
Connect with industry leaders and peers over drinks and conversation7:00pm - 8:30pmNetworking Dinner and Cultural Event
Industry Sessions, Networking Reception & Dinner
9:00am - 9:45amEvent Registration
10:00am - 10:15amWelcome
10:15am - 8:15pmPanels
On international collaborations, technological innovation, distribution models, and inclusive practice. More details to be released soon!
Industry Networking Reception
Mix, mingle, and exchange ideas with peers, industry professionals and pioneers8:15pmCo-Production Networking Dinner
Closing and Creative Excursion
10:30am - 11:30amMorning Gathering & Closing Reflections
12:00pm - 3:30pmOptional creative excursion
(more information coming soon!)
PROGRAMME SCHEDULE
Wednesday, Feb 4 – Welcome Networking Reception
A relaxed event welcoming delegates to Adare. Enjoy informal networking, introductions, and a taste of Irish hospitality to kick off the Summit.
Thursday, Feb 5 – Opening Day, Networking Reception & Cultural Event
- Knowledge-sharing panels with global funders and thought leaders
- Thematic discussions on equity, co-productions, and storytelling innovation
- Industry Networking Reception - connect with industry leaders and peers over drinks and conversation
- Networking Dinner and Cultural event
Friday, Feb 6 – Industry Sessions, Networking Reception & Dinner
- Panels on international collaborations, technological innovation, distribution models,
and inclusive practice
- Industry Networking Reception - mix, mingle, and exchange ideas with peers, industry professionals and pioneers
- Co-Production Networking Dinner
Saturday, Feb 7 – Closing and Creative Excursion
- Networking breakfast and closing reflections on moving forward towards a more inclusive industry.
- Optional creative excursion (more information coming soon!)
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If you have any enquiries, please contact the events team at: wiftisummit2026@wft.ie
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