The ticket prices for ALDCon26 are outlined below. The online conference is on Friday 12 June 2026 and the in-person conference is on Tuesday and Wednesday 16th and 17th June 2026.
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Early Bird Ticket Prices*
Available until Monday, 20 April 2026 by 5 pm (UK time):
| Ticket type | ALDinHE members | Non- members |
| Full conference (two days in-person plus one online) | £296.70 | £371.45 |
| Two days in-person | £234.60 | £293.25 |
| One day in-person + online | £203.55 | £254.15 |
| One day in-person | £125.35 | £156.40 |
| Online day | £78.20 | £97.75 |
*Please note that if you are paying by BACS (Bankers’ Automated Clearing Services), we must receive your funds before Tuesday 21st April 2026 to be eligible for early bird prices.
Full price tickets
from Tuesday, 21st April 2026 at 5 pm (UK time):
In-person and online registration closes Monday 1st June 2026 at 5pm (UK time)
| Ticket type | ALDinHE members | Non- members |
| Full conference (two days in-person plus one online) | £349.60 | £437.00 |
| Two days in-person | £276.00 | £345.00 |
| One day in-person + online | £239.20 | £299.00 |
| One day in-person | £147.20 | £184.00 |
| Online day | £92.00 | £115.00 |
| Dinner ticket (the conference dinner is included in tickets that cover both in-person days). If your ticket covers 1 in-person day, you may choose to purchase a separate conference dinner ticket. | £55.00 both members and non-members. Purchase a dinner ticket. |
The conference dinner is included in tickets that include both in-person days (Tuesday and Wednesday).
If you have purchased a ticket, which includes one in-person day, we are delighted to invite you to purchase a dinner ticket and join us for the sit-down conference dinner, where you can relax, connect with fellow delegates, and enjoy a selection of delicious buffet dishes after a full day of sessions. We hope you’ll join us for a pleasant and informal gathering.
Venue: The Ballroom at The Met Hotel, Leeds
A welcome drink, hot and cold buffet with wine and soft drinks are included and served in The Met Ballroom at The Met Hotel, Leeds.
View the hot and cold buffet menu.
Dress code: Come as you feel comfortable. Whether you prefer something smart, casual, or anything in between, please wear whatever makes you feel most at ease throughout the evening. We want everyone to feel relaxed and comfortable.
Fee Waiver Scheme
The fee waiver scheme is open for presenters whose institutions will not fund the cost of a conference place. These will be on an application-only basis. An application for a fee waiver can be submitted between Monday 30 March 2026 (9am GMT) – Monday 13 April 2026 (5pm GMT).