AIB 2026 Manchester

Save Your Spot for AIB 2026 Manchester: Use This Guide to Get Registered, Book Lodging, and More

Registration for AIB 2026 Manchester is officially open! We look forward to seeing you soon, in-person at Manchester Metropolitan University (Pre-Conference Programming, Research and Policy: A Day of Cross-Cutting Dialogue) and the University of Manchester (Main Conference Programming).

Be sure to register by 17 April to take advantage of our discounted “Early Bird” rates. Then, when your registration is completed, use the FAQ below to start planning your next steps.

What’s Next?: AIB 2026 Registrant FAQ

  • How Can I Get the Best Rates on Lodging for AIB 2026 Manchester? 

A limited number of hotel rooms are available at extremely cost-effective, members-only rates, so visit our Lodging page to reserve your room quickly! These exclusive rates are available until 1 June, while supplies last.

  • What Kinds of Unique Programming Will My AIB 2026 Registration Give Me Access to? 

All AIB 2026 registrants are invited to take part in Research and Policy: A Day of Cross-Cutting Dialogue on 30 June, from 10:15 to 16:30—no additional sign-up required. Coordinated by the AIB UK & Ireland Chapter and hosted by Manchester Metropolitan University, this flagship day of programming will bring together IB scholars with senior policymakers, industry leaders, and international organizations to connect frontier research with the policy choices that will shape our futures. In an additional gesture of welcome to our Host City, refreshments, lunch, and coffee will be provided to all AIB 2026 registrants in attendance.

  • Can I Still Sign up for Pre-Conference Activities? 

Yes—a number of our in-person Pre-Conference workshops are still accepting applications and registrations. Browse through the listings on our Pre-Conference page for more information on these opportunities. Our Conference Overview page also includes a summary of our pre-conference programming schedule.

For up-to-date info on all things AIB 2026, please be sure to bookmark our conference website. We hope to see you soon in Manchester!

Sincerely,
The AIB Secretariat