Thursday, 11 December – 3-5pm (UK time) 

SOCIAL MEDIA TRENDS FOR 2026 

During this FREE 2-hour event, we will explore the trends, tools and strategies set to shape the social media landscape in 2026.,

Social media continues to evolve at lightning speed. With new features, shifting algorithms, and ever-changing user behaviour, staying relevant can be a challenge. That’s why this session is designed to give you a competitive edge – whether you’re managing social for a brand, running a small business, or working as a digital marketing professional.

Led by social media expert Alison Battisby, this 2-hour session will reveal what’s next, what’s working, and how to prepare your social media strategy for success in the year ahead.

What we’ll cover:

Social Media Stats & Insights for 2026
Explore the latest data, user trends, and platform shifts to understand where attention is going – and why it matters.

Emerging Content Trends
Discover what types of content are set to go viral, which formats are taking off, and how to bring your brand story to life in fresh, engaging ways.

Influencer Marketing & Creator Collaboration
Understand how influencer marketing is evolving – and how to find, brief and collaborate with creators more effectively.

Algorithm Changes & Platform Updates
Unpack the latest updates across Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and more – plus what they mean for your organic and paid strategy.

Best-in-Class Brand Examples
Be inspired by early adopters already making the most of new trends – with examples from B2B and B2C industries.

Tools & Tactics for 2026
Walk away with tools, templates and tactics you can use right away to future-proof your content and campaigns.

Date: Thursday, 11 December 2025
Time: 3pm – 5pm
Location: Live online – join from anywhere
Cost: FREE

This session is free, but you can choose to donate when you book. Every penny goes to Stars Appeal, the official charity for Salisbury District Hospital, funding equipment, care, and support that makes a real difference to patients and staff every day.

The Stars Appeal supported my family when our daughter spent her first week in Neonatal Intensive Care in 2020. The extraordinary care, expertise, and kindness we received never left me and I promised myself I would one day give something back.