Patn Fest is a one-day annual placemaking festival held in Manchester. 

Who goes to Patn Fest?

Patn Fest attracts a diverse audience of placemaking professionals (architects, planners, engineers, urban designers, local authorities), creatives, community representatives and people who are curious and want to feel inspired and energised and to participate in something that feels different and positive.

What makes Patn Fest different?

It’s not an industry event. It’s a happening, mixing presentation with performance, the planned with the spontaneous. It’s where attendees can both relax and engage — they can simply be themselves in an atmosphere that’s welcoming, stimulating and entertaining.

When and where is Patn Fest 2026 taking place?

Patn Fest 2026 is on 17 June 2026 at Fairfield Social Club, 6 Irk Street, Manchester M4 4JT.

For more details, email william@patn.io