About Exhibition Connected North 2026 will take place from 27th - 28th May 2026 at Manchester Central in Manchester, England, United Kingdom. This is a digital economy event focused on the Northern region of the UK. It brings together industry experts, attendees, and businesses interested in the role of connectivity in driving social and economic growth in the region. It focuses on technology, regulation, and the investment environment for the next generation of digital infrastructure in the North of the UK, with the goal of building back better post-pandemic and ensuring equal opportunity for underserved areas