The Marketing Festival is focused on senior marketers and professionals, primarily from medium-sized and larger companies, who are seeking a strategic perspective on marketing and want to gain inspiration from the world's leading experts.

The event primarily targets more experienced marketers. Although it is not a requirement, the majority of the audience currently has 10 or more years of experience in the field.

The most common positions held by those who apply to the Marketing Festival:

• C-level Executives (e.g., CEO, CMO, CFO, COO…)
• Founders & Owners
• Senior Marketing & Communications Managers (Head of Marketing, Marketing Manager, PR Manager, Brand Manager…)
• Marketing Specialists & Analysts (e.g., PPC Specialist, SEO Specialist, Marketing Analyst, Performance Marketing Manager…)

Strategic and managerial positions will likely gain the most know-how from the content on the main conference day. However, it is also beneficial for specialists and more technical positions who want to deepen their understanding of marketing as a whole.

In general, we focus on more strategic topics with a broad scope during the lectures at the Janáček Theatre. During the training sessions on Tuesday, April 29, we then focus on technical and practical skills that you can immediately apply.

The April Marketing Festival program will be divided into three days.

Monday, April 28, 2025: Welcome party

Tuesday, April 29, 2025: A day dedicated to training sessions and workshops. In the evening, we’re planning a tour of the best bars in Brno. Plenty of networking opportunities.

Wednesday, April 30, 2025: The main day filled with inspiration from around the world on the stage of Janáček Theatre. Look forward to 8 inspiring talks by world-class experts, as well as 5 short 5-minute sessions for even more diversity of opinions.

And in the evening? A music festival at Fléda.

The programme is based on international speakers. Although in Brno, we want to be a world conference. Therefore, the primary language of all lectures and some workshops will be English again this year.

MF Shorts brings a series of short, 5-minute presentations to the 2025 Marketing Festival program, adding new energy between the main talks. Selected speakers from the Czech Republic and abroad will present interesting case studies, fresh perspectives, and inspiring ideas from the marketing world. This popular format is returning from the 2016 Marketing Festival and will offer you even more inspiration and practical insights from other industry professionals.

You, too, can submit your topic and potentially present on the same stage as Mark Ritson, Zoe Scaman, or Tom Roach. If you’d like to give it a shot, please submit your topic via this form.

The complete Marketing Festival program, including all lecture topics and other details, will be released in February. You have something to look forward to.

We provide refreshments for all our Wednesday trainings, and it's included in the price. However, our main focus is, of course, on the main day of the Marketing Festival, which is Thursday at the Janáček Theatre. You can look forward to coffee and coffee drinks from Rebelbean and a variety of refreshments for both coffee breaks and lunch. We offer a selection of gluten-free, lactose-free, and vegan options.

A ticket for this year costs CZK 9,990 without VAT.

• 8 lectures by world-class speakers that will change your view of marketing
• 5 inspiring 5-minute talks as part of the MF Shorts format
• First-class catering, coffee and soft drinks throughout the main day
• Video recordings of all lectures in high quality
• Entry to 3 festival parties, all bars and concerts
• Possibility of registration for paid training and other accompanying program
• Networking with senior marketers from companies, agencies and freelancers

The VIP ticket costs 24,990 CZK excluding VAT.

• Includes everything from the basic ticket
• It also includes entry to a VIP party with the Festival’s partners and speakers at the Brno Observatory.
• Unreleased footage from the filming of Making a Marketer 2
• Reserved seating in the front rows of the Janáček Theatre
• Priority registration for training sessions

We recommend that you purchase your ticket directly on this page of our website. It is possible to pay by bank transfer to the advance invoice, or online by credit card. In all cases, you will receive a tax receipt after payment.

You don't have to, but we highly recommend it. You will be sure that every participant will receive all the essential information by e-mail in time. For example, about registrations for training and accompanying events.

If necessary, you can leave participant names blank when filling out the order and provide specific details later – no later than March 31, 2025.

To register for training sessions, the participant must have the ticket in their account.

We appreciate your interest in buying tickets in bulk, but we are unable to offer a discount for this. It is our policy not to undercut ticket prices or engage in bartering, voucher distribution, or speaker discount coupons. Our aim is to ensure fairness, so you can be confident that everyone pays the same price for their ticket unless they are one of our speakers or training instructors.

Yes, it is possible to transfer your ticket to another person. However, please note that the participant change must be reported before March 31, 2025. You can do this by logging into your account or by sending an email to info@marketingfestival.cz.

You can request a refund for your ticket until March 31, 2025, and receive 80% of the ticket amount back. After this date, it is only possible to transfer the ticket to another person within the system.

This year, we plan approximately 25 trainings and workshops, some in English. We are incredibly proud to offer trainings that are often not available in the market. These may involve top Czech experts who do not typically conduct pieces of training or individuals from abroad who you may not frequently encounter here.

Participation in a training or workshop is available exclusively to Marketing Festival attendees. Most training pieces cost 1,500 CZK, excluding VAT. Each training is unique, varying in topics and format. Some will be more interactive and resemble workshops, while others will be more lecture-based. For more information on format, content, or language, please refer to the specific subpage of the chosen training.

We will open training session registration in March 2025.
Each participant registers for training individually. They must be logged into the account where the valid ticket is, and purchase the training session through that account.

If your company would like to have multiple training sessions on one invoice, please contact us at info@marketingfestival.cz, and we will be happy to assist you.

No, unfortunately, that's not possible - each participant must select their own trainings within their own account.

Brno is the perfect destination for Marketing Festival. This vibrant city offers a unique combination of safety, accessibility, and world-class gastronomy. Known for its craft beer, specialty coffee shops, and a diverse culinary scene, Brno guarantees unforgettable dining experiences. Whether you're enjoying Moravian wine or indulging in local delicacies, there’s something for every taste.

Everything around the festival—hotels, restaurants, and the venue—is within walking distance. During the event, the city comes alive with Marketing Festival attendees. You’ll encounter participants everywhere, creating an unmatched networking atmosphere. With its stunning architecture and warm, welcoming vibe, Brno is more than just a city; it’s the ideal backdrop for a premier marketing conference.

If you’re flying to Brno for the Marketing Festival, here are your best options:

• Brno–Tuřany (BRQ): The closest airport to the festival venue. Direct flights are available only from London (Stansted) and Milan (Bergamo). If these routes suit you, this is the fastest option.
• Vienna International Airport (VIE): The most practical choice for most attendees. From Vienna Airport, you can easily reach Brno by buses (RegioJet, FlixBus) or train. The journey takes about 2–2.5 hours, with frequent departures throughout the day.
• Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG): Another option, although slightly longer. After a 30–40 minute transfer to Prague city center, you can take a train or bus to Brno (around 2.5 hours). If time allows, consider staying overnight to enjoy Prague’s unique vibe and stunning architecture.

We hope this helps you plan your trip!