PLAYBACK

PLAYBACK is Media Cymru’s festival of innovation coming to Cardiff on Wednesday 16 September and Thursday 17 September 2026.

Years of progress and media sector innovation will culminate in an epic two-day showcase featuring talks, panels and immersive experiences - all set against the backdrop of the UK's third largest media centre.

What to expect

Over the last four years, Media Cymru have invested millions of pounds into hundreds of research and development (R&D) projects across Wales. PLAYBACK will showcase these projects, allowing you to explore the game-changing new products, services and experiences being created by the Welsh media sector.

Taking place at Tramshed, Tramshed Tech and CULTVR and Canopi, PLAYBACK will feature panels, lightning talks, keynotes and immersive experiences.

We are excited to announce our first keynote speakers – Takashi Kudo and Sakurako Naka from teamLab, an international art collective navigating the convergence of art, science, technology and the natural world, based in Tokyo, Japan.

We're also welcoming Alison Lomax, Managing Director at YouTube UK & Ireland as a speaker at PLAYBACK. Alison is a serious champion for digital innovation and has spent her career at the intersection of technology and creativity.

Tickets information

Can’t attend both days but want to maximise your time at PLAYBACK?

Our programme of events each day will cover different topics.

There are 3 ticket types available:

• 2-day ticket (Wednesday AND Thursday)
• Wednesday ONLY ticket
• Thursday ONLY ticket

We will be adding an exciting programme of fringe events in the evenings at PLAYBACK so do keep an eye on our socials for how to get involved.