# Event Details - **Event Name**: The School of Life: Festival of Ideas 2026 (General Admission) - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 am – Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: A Celebration of Community and Friendship.About this EventJoin us for one of the warmest, most sociable gatherings in our calendar. The Festival of Ideas is a day devoted to community, friendship and meaningful connection. A chance to meet thoughtful individuals, share conversations that matter and enjoy the gentle pleasure of being together.This isn’t a formal or academic occasion. It’s welcoming, playful and distinctly human: a day for laughter as well as depth, for open-hearted conversations, and for the simple comfort of being with others who are curious and kind. Guided by our faculty and Alain de Botton, the Festival invites gentle reflection, creativity and honesty, without pressure or pretence. At its heart, it is a celebration of the basic human wish to belong.What to ExpectAcross the day, you’ll explore themes of self-knowledge, emotional intelligence and connection in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. One highlight will be The School of Life Psychological Disco, a blend of joyful dancing and thoughtful reflection. Some people will dance exuberantly, others more quietly. Everyone is welcome just as they are. The session is ultimately an invitation to play, to loosen up, and to enjoy ourselves without shame or hesitation.Throughout the day, you can also expect:Creative and therapeutic workshopsPlenty of chances to make new friends and spark special connectionsBreakfast, Lunch, and an exciting choice of delicious refreshments throughout the dayA unique gift bag filled with emotionally intelligent gifts worth £65Session Booking InformationFollowing ticket purchase, delegates will receive a session selection form to pre-book their preferred sessions. As some sessions have limited capacity, places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Every delegate will attend at least one session hosted by Alain de Botton.Join UsBe part of a warm, curious and open-hearted community for a day of ideas, friendship and connection. Reserve your place at the Festival of Ideas.Agenda🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AMSay Hello & Check-in🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AMWelcome Talk & Transition 🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PMPart I: Know Yourself Info: Sessions: Emotional Education, On Anxiety, Speed Meeting: Know Yourself and Writing as Therapy🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:45 PMLunch & Transition🕑: 01:45 PM - 03:15 PMPart II: Connection Info: Sessions: Attachment Theory, On Loneliness, Speed Meeting: Friendship and Connection at Work: The Secret Lives of Our Colleagues🕑: 03:15 PM - 04:00 PMBreak & Transition🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:30 PMPart III: Happiness and MeaningInfo: Sessions: On Failure, Speed Meeting: Small Pleasures, School of Life Disco and Drawing as Therapy🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:30 PMDrinks & Final Conversations - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/the-school-of-life-festival-of-ideas-2026-general-admission/100001985929685148 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Festivals, Meetups, Entertainment, Parties, Art, Workshops, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 9 hours - Location: Old Sessions House - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 378.49, max: 378.49, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Old Sessions House - **lat**: 51.52258670000001 - **long**: -0.10579 - **full address**: Old Sessions House, 22 Clerkenwell Green, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The School of Life: Festival of Ideas 2026 (General Admission) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/aa733cd83c7bf9cc9e1afbeda0c54d34713a4bc61827a9daf02675840db366d1-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8d8-gmir.png?v=1786007854 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The School of Life: Festival of Ideas 2026 (General Admission) being held? - **A:** The School of Life: Festival of Ideas 2026 (General Admission) takes place on Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 am to Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm at Old Sessions House, 22 Clerkenwell Green, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing The School of Life: Festival of Ideas 2026 (General Admission)? - **A:** The School of Life: Festival of Ideas 2026 (General Admission) is organized by The School of Life. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The School of Life: Festival of Ideas 2026 (General Admission) is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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