Co-delivered by the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University, OpenFest is their flagship celebration and exploration of open research. 2026 marks the fifth OpenFest event, and as ever they are committed to showcasing, interrogating, and advancing open research practices. The event will explore how open research is shaped by communities, geographic contexts, and organisational practices, highlighting innovative methodologies, inclusive dissemination, and the social and political dimensions of openness.

View the full programme of papers, lightning talks and workshop.

Registration is now open!

For more information visit the OpenFest 2026 webpage.