AI FOR ALL CARNIVAL 2026
The AI For All Carnival 2026 is a free, one-day community event designed to make Artificial Intelligence accessible, exciting, and hands-on for people of all ages and backgrounds across Scotland.
Taking place at Tynecastle Park, Edinburgh on 27 June 2026, this carnival-style experience will bring AI to life through interactive stations, live demonstrations, speaker talks, and real-world showcases all completely free and open to the public, with no technical knowledge required.
From drawing-guessing AI and AI-generated artwork to conversations with chatbots, deepfake spotting, and a live industrial robot demonstration, the Carnival offers something for every curious mind whether you are encountering AI for the very first time or want to go deeper into how it all works.
Organised by DataKirk, Syncplex Lab CIC, and Hearts Innovation Centre, and aligned with Scotland's AI Strategy 2026–2031, this event is especially focused on reaching underrepresented communities and building confidence, awareness, and genuine enthusiasm for AI across every generation.
Who it's for:
Families with children of all ages
Young people, students, and school leavers
Elders and those new to technology
Ethnic minority and new communities
Job seekers and career changers
Anyone who has ever wondered what AI actually is
Why attend:
Try real AI tools with your own hands
See live demonstrations from the British Military, GoGeneric, and more
Hear from speakers and panellists on the main stage
Take part in the intergenerational team challenge and win prizes
Discover AI career paths and future opportunities
Connect with organisations shaping Scotland's AI future
Let's build a Scotland where AI belongs to everyone one conversation, experiment, and discovery at a time.