Festival of
Creative AI
The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) is set to supercharge the conversation on artificial intelligence with our Festival of Creative AI (FoCAi) – a free, five-day online and in-person event.
Event details
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19 May 2025 - 23 May 2025
10:00-17:00 (GMT)
All Campuses & Online
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Experience the future of creativity at UCA’s FREE Festival of Creative AI
The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) is set to supercharge the conversation on artificial intelligence with our Festival of Creative AI (FoCAi) – a free, five-day online and in-person event running from May 19-23. This exciting festival will explore the limitless possibilities of generative AI in creative practice, showcasing UCA’s cutting-edge research and innovation while offering the public a unique opportunity to gain insight into AI tools and skills. There will be workshops held, both online and at our four campuses, in Canterbury, Farnham, Epsom, and in China.
What to expect
- Daily creative challenges – Unlock creativity with hands-on AI experiments using accessible, free-to-use AI tools.
- Inspiring workshops at 11 AM – Hear from creative professionals who are using AI in visual art, music, and ethical discussions.
- Showcase your work – Share creations on the FoCAi community platform, with selected projects featured on UCA’s social media and festival website.
- On-campus engagement – UCA students and staff can take part in in-person events on campus.
A unique opportunity to learn and experiment
AI is reshaping the creative world, and FoCAi provides an exciting chance for anyone interested to explore its potential. Whether you are an artist, musician, writer, designer, or simply curious about AI, this free event offers:
- Insights into cutting-edge AI tools and trends.
- A chance to develop new creative skills using AI.
- An opportunity to engage with experts and fellow creatives.
- The chance to contribute to UCA’s ongoing research into AI in creativity.
Open to everyone
Registration is free and open to all. To ensure a safe and inclusive environment, participants will sign up via a verified email address and can post under a nickname.
How to get involved
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in creative AI to learn, experiment, and engage with experts in the field. Stay tuned for registration details and follow UCA on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn for the latest updates.