BIAZA National Aquarium Conference 2026 will take place on 6–7 November 2026 at Skegness Aquarium in England. Organised by the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA), the event will bring together aquarists and aquarium professionals from across the sector for two days of networking, discussion and shared learning. BIAZA has positioned the event as a dedicated annual forum for those working in aquariums and aquatic animal care, offering an opportunity to connect with peers and exchange knowledge around the latest challenges, developments and best practices in the field
Hosted at Skegness Aquarium
The 2026 edition of the National Aquarium Conference will be hosted by Skegness Aquarium, with an icebreaker event planned for the evening of 5 November ahead of the main conference programme. While BIAZA has not yet released a full agenda, the event is expected to provide a valuable platform for professional networking and sector collaboration, in line with the association’s broader programme of conferences and specialist meetings for zoo and aquarium professionals.
Bringing the aquarium community together
As the representative body for zoos and aquariums across the British Isles, BIAZA runs events throughout the year to support best practice in animal welfare, conservation, education and research. The National Aquarium Conference is one of the association’s specialist events focused specifically on the aquarium community, making it particularly relevant for aquarists, animal care teams, curators and other professionals working with aquatic species and visitor experiences.
Further details, including registration information and the conference programme, are expected to be announced by BIAZA closer to the event date. For aquarium professionals looking to connect with colleagues and stay engaged with developments across the sector, the conference is one to watch in the 2026 calendar.
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