69 free business events in March you need to know about

Free business events in London this month

International Women’s Day is an opportunity to celebrate female founders and their achievements, as well as raise awareness about the unique struggles that women face in the male-dominated business scene.

There are several networking events themed around International Women’s Day that are taking place in London this month. These include:

• Women’s Coffee Circle (4 March at 9:30am)
• IWD x AI Summit Accelerate Action (6 March at 6pm)
• Female Founder Connect (7 March at 9:30am)
• IWD in STEM & Construction (7 March at 7pm)
• IWD Business Event (8 March at 10am)
• IWD at Drake & Morgan’s Kings Cross (8 March at 9am)
• Celebrating Women in Tech: Monzo’s IWD Event (12 March at 6pm)
• Success and Setbacks: The Real Story of Women Founders (20 March at 5pm)
• Women in Retail Media – Networking Launch Event on 20 March at 6 pm

Other free London business events in March include:

• Grow London Local: Queer Business Networking Event at Hopton Street (5th March at 12pm): a free networking event specifically for LGBT+ businesses to help build their network and share their business ideas with like-minded individuals.
• Evening Social Networking Event – Going for Growth at Signorelli Stratford Cross (5th March at 5:30pm): an event aimed at sole traders, freelancers, and small businesses with less than 10 employees, based in Newham and East London.
• The Intent Event at The Racketeer (6th March at 6pm): a free event for ecommerce businesses to meet other business owners and learn from the best experts on offering the best customer experience through intent-based commerce.
• Grow London Local Coffee Friday at The Source, University of East London (7th March at 10am): a free event where SMEs can meet with other entrepreneurs and Grow London Local’s team of business support managers for expert advice. Coffee and cake are provided. There’s also an event located in Camden.
• eCom Collab Club at ODEON Luxe West End (12th March at 8am): ecommerce businesses have the chance to network with industry experts and gain important knowledge on building customer retention and loyalty.
• Demo Night for Startups, Scale-Ups, Entrepreneurs & Investors at Venture Space (12th March at 6pm): a fast-paced networking event where business owners and founders can show their products to an audience of potential investors, experienced professionals and successful entrepreneurs, and get feedback. Free pizza and beer are included.
• CEME & FSB: Business Networking Event at CEME Campus (20th March at 10am): Run by the Centre for Engineering and Manufacturing Excellence (CEME) and the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), hear from experts on how to build your brand and marketing for growth. Breakfast pastries provided.
• Learn how to build up a successful business at Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Centre (1st-31st March at 4pm): a good opportunity for those starting a business to access valuable advice from experienced professionals on how to grow and build their business successfully.
• Grow With Intent at Triton Square Work Cafe Santander (26th March at 1pm): a free event for small business owners and entrepreneurs who are looking to grow their network and discover new growth opportunities.

Free business events in Newcastle this month

• ‘Kickstart Your Business’ Brunch, South Tyneside at One Trinity Green (5th March at 10am): a free brunch where business owners alike can come together and learn how to access free market intelligence data, IP assistance and search for small business grants.
• Prepare to be inspired at Gateshead College (11th March at 2.30pm): discover the importance of resilience and pushing forward when things get tough. Offers the opportunity to network and hear inspirational stories from seasoned entrepreneurs.
• COLLIDE – Network, Collaborate and Accelerate at Pop Recs/Sonny’s Coffee & Kitchen (12th March at 6pm): ideal for tech founders who are looking to bring their vision to life. Aims to connect tech-minded entrepreneurs with people with strong business ideas to create an innovative business together.
• Mint Business Club Meetup: Blyth at L of a Bake (18th March at 10am): a relaxed and friendly environment where entrepreneurs of any level can share ideas and get advice on how to grow their businesses.
• Connect & Aim: Networking at Point Blank Shooting (26th March at 5pm): an informal business networking event where attendees can let some steam off at Point Blank’s simulation shooting range. Free pizza is also provided.

Free business events in Leeds this month

• Big Future in Small Businesses at Jacobs (3rd March at 8:30am): a seminar for Leeds firms to learn how to hire the best technical skills among graduates and newbies to the workforce. Free breakfast is provided.
• Women Who Hustle: Build, Grow and Market Your Business at Metro Bank (5th March at 9am): an ideal opportunity for women founders looking to turn their side hustles into fully-fledged businesses. Offers networking opportunities, plus tips on how to build a brand and business coaching insights.
• She Can Shine – International Women’s Day 2025 at Shine (7th March at 10am): supported by the Leeds City Council and in partnership with the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, Shine is celebrating IWD by holding a special event where female founders can connect and gain insights from inspirational guest speakers.
• Charvion Networking Event: Entrepreneurs, Investors & Business Stakeholder at Leeds Beckett University (21st March at 1pm): connect with 50+ professionals, including investors, mentors, legal advisors, suppliers and service providers.

Free business events in Sheffield this month

• Business Idea Support Session: Sheffield at The Hope Centre (7th March at 10am): a great opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to brainstorm, develop and refine their business ideas by networking with experienced mentors.
• Woodseats Business Networking – Bring and Share at Datamills (11th March at 10am): offers businesses the opportunity to connect with local entrepreneurs, share ideas and discover new opportunities. Free coffee and cake are provided.
• Meet the Local Experts: Insider Tips from Successful Entrepreneurs at Electric Works (20th March at 5:30pm): an open Q&A session where business owners can gain valuable insights from experts across multiple industries, including tech, retail and manufacturing. Also offers networking opportunities at the end of the panel.
• Sheffield Startup Meet Up at Chocolate Bar (27th March at 5:30pm): open to businesses of every stage, whether you’re new to the scene and looking for inspiration, or already a fully-fledged business in need of support.

Free business events in Manchester this month

• International Women’s Day: Women in Business at Broughton Hub (5th March at 11:30am): an event dedicated to celebrating and empowering women in business across all industries, with plenty of networking opportunities for current and upcoming female founders to network with others and learn from successful entrepreneurs.
• Alex & His Sisters: Networking for Inspirational Women In Business at The Con Club (11th March at 9:30am): a free event where aspiring and current female entrepreneurs can learn from inspirational women in business and network with like-minded peers and industry leaders to help grow their ventures.
• North Manchester Business Network Annual Celebration Event at Arbeta (13th March at 5pm): an annual event where businesses of all stages can meet, mingle, and network with others to build connections and discover new opportunities for growth and collaboration. Free food and drink are provided.
• Women Who Mean Business: A FreelanceHER Celebration at Blue Tower (13th March at 6pm): this event celebrates the highs and lows of women in business, offering female founders the opportunity to learn practical strategies from a panel of successful business leaders. Free drinks and canapes are provided.
• Festival of Enterprise at the Royal Exchange Theatre (14th March at 9:30am): a fun and dynamic event that offers a range of useful insights, hands-on workshops on marketing, finance and exportation, inspiring talks from successful entrepreneurs, and plenty of networking opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals.

Free business events in Liverpool this month

• South Liverpool Business Forum at the Crowne Plaza (13th March at 10am): an interactive event with the aim to build local business engagement and ways to drive South Liverpool’s growth and inclusion. Free refreshments are provided.
• International Women’s Day Networking Event at CE3 (14th March at 11am): a chance for female entrepreneurs to build valuable business relationships, plus showcase their business with a trade table. Free refreshments are provided.
• Liverpool Business Fair 2025 at St George’s Hall (25th March at 10:30 am): a popular B2B event with around 60 exhibitors and hundreds of business visitors, offering a range of exhibitions, seminars, networking opportunities, plus one-to-one coaching with expert exhibitors.

Free business events in Birmingham this month

• A Guide to Growing Your Business and International Expansion at Dains Accountants Limited (5th March at 9:30am): an event where local businesses of all industries can interact and engage with others through networking sessions, panel discussions and interactive workshops. Also offers business support resources in funding for market expansion, value-added tax (VAT) customs, compliance and more.
• Steering Small Businesses: Leadership in the West Midlands at STEAMhouse (5th March at 4pm): a panel discussion hosted by a range of industry experts, local academics and successful entrepreneurs to discuss leadership challenges in small businesses. Concludes with a networking session.
• Aston Centre for Growth Networking Event at John Cadbury House, Aston University (11th March at 9am): entrepreneurs and business leaders of all stages are welcome – whether you’re just starting out or already an established business. Gain practical advice or collaborate with like-minded individuals.
• Accessible AI for SMEs and its practical applications at Curzon Building (12th March at 8:30am): an exclusive networking event designed for small businesses and SMEs to explore the potential of AI. Offers networking opportunities to connect with other professionals and learn about AI’s practical applications.

Free business events in Nottingham this month

• Women’s Business Networking Event at Lace Bar (1st March 7pm): a fun and vibrant networking event that brings together female-led startups and entrepreneurs through collaborative networking. Open to businesses at all levels.
• Networking @ Portello Lounge (7th March at 8am): a relaxed and welcoming meet-up that attracts a range of businesses, including social media experts, photographers, accountants, HR specialists and more. A good opportunity for new and established businesses to expand their network, share ideas and build new relationships. There’s also a meet-up in Ruddington on the 21st of March.
• Nottingham Lunch Networking with 4N at Holly Tree Farm (11th March at 12pm): this event is free but comes with a £15 VAT free later on. Kicks off with a round of 40-second pitches where firms can spotlight their products and services, followed by brunch, networking, and a presentation with actionable strategies.
• Nottinghamshire KuKu Connect at Roxy Ball Room (12th March at 6pm): this event is free to attend for the first visit, after which membership with KuKu Connect is required. Offers local firms a chance to greet and gab in a relaxed environment.
• Tech Business Meetup – Drinks and Networking at Portello Lounge (19th March at 6pm): designed specifically for small businesses in the tech sector to connect with others and engage in an inclusive community.

Free business events in Cambridge this month

• East Anglian Women in Business Ely Meeting at Arbuckles Restaurant (4th March at 10:30am): a free networking event for women-led businesses to connect with others in a friendly and supportive environment. Free refreshments are provided.
• Women in Business – New Era at Cambridge Central Library (7th March at 11am): an event that celebrates International Women’s Day with guest speakers and the opportunity for female business owners to network with the speakers and other fellow founders to grow their network and access valuable support.
• Founders Live Cambridge at Mills & Reeve (20th March at 5:30pm): a pitch and networking event where businesses have 99 seconds to pitch their company and value proposition in front of an audience.

Best free business events in Oxford this month

• Get Connected – Simple Business Networking at Metro Bank (20th March at 9:30am): a fun and informative networking event where businesses at all stages can make new connections and expand their professional circle. Experts from GetAhead will also be available to share advice on successful networking.
• Startup Huddle – networking event at Business at Intellectual Property Centre Oxfordshire (20th March at 6pm): Oxfordshire’s largest monthly networking event that takes place every third Thursday of the month. Free refreshments are provided.
• Celebrating Business Start-Up and Success at Leonardo Royal Hotel (27th March at 12:30pm): 200 small businesses come together to celebrate success, share ambitions, and build connections. Kicks off with a lunch, followed by a session dedicated to success stories and a presentation on resilience in business.

Free business events in Bristol this month

• South West Regional Meeting March 2025 at NatWest (4th March at 10am): an opportunity for growing businesses and aspiring chains to network and connect with franchise professionals from the South West region.
• Good Employment Charter – International Women’s Day 2025 at Engine Shed (5th March at 9:30am): a special event focused on driving change in the workplace. A good opportunity for businesses to learn how to build a more inclusive and supportive organisational culture.
• Network for Your Net-Worth at Bristol And Bath Science Park (12th March at 5:30pm): a quarterly networking event where entrepreneurs can meet local community organisations and businesses to learn what services they provide to collaborate or even develop future partnerships.
• Bristol Start-Up Social, Innovators Uncensored at Riverstation (19th March at 6pm): brings startups, founders and small businesses together in a casual and fun atmosphere with a focus on early-stage startups and open talks about the realities of running a business. Free refreshments are provided.
• Bristol Innovators’ Group First Meet Up of 2025 at The Square Club (19th March at 6pm): a cross-sector networking event where businesses come together to learn about innovation and connect with others. Guest speakers to be announced.

Free business events in Cardiff this month

• In Person Business Networking in Cardiff at The Maltings (4th March at 9:30am): a free networking event held on the first Tuesday of every month.
• Meet and Mingle: Empowering the next generation at Cardiff Metropolitan University (4th March at 6pm): an event that brings business founders and thought leaders together to empower a new generation of talent and business growth.
• CARDIFF: Business and Breakfast Networking at Future Inn (13th March at 11:30am): offers an open and relaxed environment where Cardiff-based business owners can connect with like-minded individuals and learn from expert guest speakers. Free refreshments are provided.

Free business events in Edinburgh this month

• Startup Huddle: Edinburgh at Bright Red Triangle (4th March at 5pm): business owners are encouraged to share their biggest challenges and receive support and advice on business growth and development from their fellow Edinburgh businesses.
• Edinburgh Networking Social – GAMES NIGHT at Edinburgh Accelerator (20th March at 3 pm): bringing networking and games together, this event is designed to bring businesses together to meet new connections through the fun of board games.
• Entrepreneurs Social Club (ESC) – Edinburgh Startup Meetup at The Botanist (26th March at 6pm): a monthly gathering for entrepreneurs, engineers and industry professionals to come together, get advice, and even find investment opportunities.
• March’s Collaboration Club – Networking for Female Business Owners at Hotel Indigo (26th March at 8pm): a warm and welcoming environment for female founders, hosted at the gorgeous Hotel Indigo right in the heart of the city.

Free business events in Glasgow this month

• Business Networking in Glasgow at Nuffield Health (5th March at 6:30 am): a free event hosted by BNI Dynamo. Build valuable relationships in a relaxed, friendly environment. Free breakfast is provided.
• Glasgow Accelerator Social Club at Accelerator Hub (18th March at 12:30 pm): an open and informal networking event where businesses can share experiences, connect, and support each other.

• Networking Coffee Morning with BIPC Glasgow at The Mitchell Library (21st March at 10 am): a friendly networking coffee morning, offering free breakfast with a side of local resources and support for your entrepreneurial journey, sunny side up.