Creative Footprint Lab London

Nightlife and the creative economy shape how places feel, function and grow after dark. London at 2am has different needs, infrastructure and economics from London at 2pm, yet these are not always reflected in how the city is planned, developed and managed.

That’s why we are partnering with VibeLab to deliver the first ever Creative Footprint Lab in London, marking the start of our three-year partnership to explore the future of London’s 24-hour economy.

The inaugural Creative Footprint Lab London will bring together 80 senior decision-makers for a full day of discussion and collaborative workshops, with the aim of turning shared insights into a practical roadmap for London’s 24-hour economy.

VibeLab recently delivered the Nightlife Taskforce report for the Mayor of London, highlighting the significant contribution of London’s night-time economy, which generates roughly a quarter of the city’s economic output, alongside the policy and delivery challenges facing venues.

The Lab will build on this work, bringing together real estate owners, developers, nightlife and cultural operators, and policymakers to explore how we move from recommendations to action. Discussions will cover licensing, community ownership, the experience economy and international perspectives, identifying opportunities for collaboration, investment and practical change.

The day will move from a morning plenary into focused afternoon workshops, culminating in a collective statement of intent setting out priorities for the West End, London and beyond.

Interested in helping shape the future of London after dark?

Register your interest here to contribute to the discussion.