Launchpad Live

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Launching the aspirations of Plymouth’s next generation

Launchpad Live is the biggest youth careers fair of its kind in the South West, full of interactive and exciting stalls from a range of employers and training providers.

The next event will be held on the 6th October & 7th October 2027.


Located at the Plymouth Life Centre, this two-day careers event will bring together employers and training providers from across the city to help showcase the skills and career opportunities available across the region.

This event is free to attend and supported by: Plymouth City Council & Discovery College.

Event Times

The event will take place across two days with registered school & college times and a public session on Wednesday.

Wednesaday 6th October : Times TBC

Thrusday 7th October : Times TBC

Event Location

Plymouth Life Centre

The event is hosted indoors at the Plymouth Life Centre.

Exhibitors

There will be top employers and training providers in attendance from around the region offering practical and interactive activities at their stalls, as well as offering information and guidance about career and training opportunities.

Green zone

Launchpad Live 2025 photos 

To find out more about the event please contact event organiser Sarah Newberry.
T 01752 201918
E sarah.newberry@ymcaplymouth.org.uk