CRIMECON LONDON 2026

Programming will finish at 6pm on both Saturday & Sunday, but there are incredible moments to be had outside of the schedule. Check out the extra-curricular activities that you can get involved in.

Download our  getting here guide to learn more about how to find our brand now venue,  Convene 133 Houndsditch as well as the associated social and accommodation locations.

Friday, October 2nd

CrimeCon Kick-off Event

Ready to kick things off in style? Join us for the ultimate CrimeCon meet-up! Hang out with the CrimeCon community, catch up with old friends, and make new true crime connections before the weekend’s excitement begins. The CrimeCon Crew will be there to welcome you—perfect for any newcomers and solo travellers! We will also have a pre-event check-in desk for all ticket types to collect their badge early.

NOTE: PLATINUM BADGES WILL BE GIVEN OUT AT THE PLATINUM DINNER, NOT AT THE ALICE

📍 Where & When?
  Drop in anytime from 6pm - 9pm
The Alice Pub, 133 Houndsditch, EX3A 7BX
 

No entry fee, just bring your CrimeCon ticket for access to our reserved area. Drinks are on you.

✨ Platinum Dinner - Exclusively for Platinum Ticket Holders and Special Guests
Be the first to experience CrimeCon London 2026!

Join us on Friday 2 October at One Moorgate for an exclusive evening created especially for our Platinum guests. Before the doors open and the main CrimeCon weekend begins, join us for an unforgettable night of fine dining, drinks and exclusive access.

Be part of an intimate guest list of fellow Platinum guests and some of the key people who make CrimeCon what it is.

You’ll be in great company, you’ll be joined by CrimeCon guest speakers, cast and crew, giving you the opportunity to meet, chat, mingle and get a taste of what’s to come.

📍 Where & When?

7pm - 10:30pm

 One Moorgate Place, Chartered Accountants Hall, 1 Moorgate Place, London EC2R 6EA

Saturday, October 3rd

VIP & Platinum Registration:  From 8am

Guest Registration: From 9am

🌟   Flying Solo Session - 9:15am
Don't worry - lots of our guests are coming individually so there will be loads of opportunities to meet people at the event. We will be building this Flying Solo Session into the schedule a solo networking event on Saturday morning at 9am. It's a chance for you to meet and buddy up with like-minded individuals, alongside the rest of our extended activities - all of which will be a great way to meet new friends.

🌟 CrimeCon Breakfast
Start your day with a CrimeCon breakfast from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM with the cast and crew. Exclusive for Platinum & VIP ticket holders at CrimeCon. Remember Lunch will also be provided for Platinum & VIP ticket holders.

🌟 CrimeCon After Hours

The night doesn’t end when CrimeCon does.

When the sessions finish, join us at The Otherist, London for an evening of conversation with CrimeCon guest speakers, cast and crew joining you for the night.

PLATINUM & VIP — DRINKS RECEPTION

6:30–8:00 PM - Platinum and VIP guests get exclusive access to the private reception area, with drinks and nibbles flowing and the opportunity to mingle with CrimeCon guest speakers, cast and crew. Please wear your VIP/Platinum Lanyard to gain entry.

Dietary requirements? Please advise Emma Holloway - crimecon@theassemblyevents.com

AFTER HOURS | 6:30–11:00 PM

The bar at The Otherist is open to all CrimeCon guests from 6:30 PM, with drinks available to purchase throughout the evening.

Not Platinum or VIP? As a Guest Ticketholder, you can still join us but you must RSVP to be added to the guest list.

Spaces are strictly limited. RSVP is required for all guests without Platinum or VIP access. Entry is subject to guest-list availability.

RSVP HERE

Sunday, October 4th

Registration/Entry from 9am

🌟 CrimeCon Breakfast
Another CrimeCon breakfast from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM with the cast and crew, exclusive for Platinum & VIP ticket holders. Remember Lunch will also be provided for Platinum & VIP ticket holders.