Par-Con: our annual community event
Par-Con, the Parkinson’s UK community convention, is our free, 2-day event for the Parkinson's community.
What is Par-Con?
Par-Con is your Parkinson’s community convention about living well with Parkinson’s. Planned in collaboration with a team of 13 people living with and affected by the condition, Par-Con gives you the chance to join talks, activities and to connect with others.
Hear directly from trusted experts who can explain the latest research and opportunities, guide you through a new diagnosis or changes in your symptoms, and provide interactive sessions with tips to help manage your condition.
Par-Con 2025
We came together on Friday 24 and Saturday 25 October at the Vox Venue in Birmingham and online to share information, updates and tips on living well with Parkinson's. We had 835 people join us online across the 2 days and around 360 people join us in person at the venue.
The convention was full of positivity, emotion and hope. From sessions on where we’re at in the search for better treatments, to an interactive session with Angela Rippon showcasing the benefits of dance. There really was something for everyone.
Our convention was organised by a working group with many different experiences. People living with Parkinson’s, newly diagnosed or diagnosed for some time. Young onset or diagnosed later in life. Supporters and loved ones. Health professionals. A special thank you to this group who helped make it a success.
Catch up on the sessions
Don’t worry if you missed Par-Con 2025. We have a YouTube playlist of Par-Con sessions to catch up on.
See some of our highlights from this year at the Vox Venue in Birmingham.
Hear from Par-Con 2025 attendees
Join us in 2026
Want to help us plan and shape Par-Con 2026? We are now looking for a group of volunteers to advise on a number of event elements including the agenda, venue, event promotion and much more.
Find out more about the role and how to apply.
The dates for Par-Con 2026 will be confirmed in early 2026.
In the meantime, if you want to stay up to date with the latest research news, events, and opportunities delivered directly to your inbox, sign up for our Research Support Network.