Creative Industry Network Event: December

Creative Industry Network: December Networking Event

Tuesday 10 December
Hat Factory Arts Centre

Join us for the final Creative Industry Network event of the year — an evening of connection, creativity and opportunities for Luton’s artists, makers, performers and cultural workers.

SPECIAL FEATURE | 6pm – 7pm

Film Screening + Meet the Artist: Swapnil Patil

We open the night with a screening of a brand-new short film by Swapnil Patil, created with a team of local creatives.
Stay on for an informal Meet the Artist chat before the main networking begins.

(This screening is included in your Networking Event booking.)

7pm – 9pm | Networking & Creative Showcase

Join us for:

Creative Showcase Segment

Hear from local creatives sharing new work, current projects and in-progress ideas.

Open Networking

Connect with collaborators, meet like-minded creatives and exchange ideas.

Food & Drinks by The British Mauritian

Enjoy food from the Hat Factory’s brand-new café operator throughout the evening.

Additional Opportunities — Separate Bookings Required

Free Professional Headshot Photoshoot

Perfect for portfolios, casting, LinkedIn and funding applications.
Book separately: https://www.culturetrust.com/whats-on/free-portrait-headshot-sessions

Arts Council England Advice Sessions

One-to-one guidance with Marcus Harris-Noble from Arts Council England.
Booking opens Thursday 4 December (midday).

Creative Industry Network Monthly Events

Every 2nd Wednesday of the month | 7pm – 9pm
Hat Factory Café | Free entry | 18+

Join us at the Hat District for our monthly Creative Industry Network events. These evenings bring together creative professionals and industry experts for networking, guest speakers and knowledge exchange. Ideal for emerging and established creative businesses and start-ups from Luton and beyond.

Upcoming Dates

2025:
• Wed 10 December

2026:
• Wed 14 January
• Wed 11 February
• Wed 11 March

Book your tickets by choosing one of the events listed below.

Showcase Your Creative Practice

Do you want to showcase your work, collaborate on an upcoming project, or practice your creative pitch? The floor is yours!
Prepare a 5-minute presentation, complete the form and be heard by the audience at the networking events.

Showcase form: https://www.hatdistrict.co.uk/2024-creative-industry-network-showcase-form

Photo by Alex Warchol