The Cambridge Rare Disease Showcase
18:30 – 21:00, 11th February 2027
The Clayton Hotel, Cambridge, CB1 2FB
Get ready for an engaging evening as the Cambridge Rare Disease Showcase returns for 2027!
This annual event celebrates the innovative work and powerful stories emerging from the rare disease community – uniting patient groups, researchers, clinicians, industry professionals, and more from across the UK and beyond.
At the Showcase, you’ll enjoy plenty of opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals and share your own experiences through dynamic lightning talks. These short, impactful presentations, proposed and delivered by you, are designed to spark conversation and inspire collaboration.
Join us on Thursday 11th February 2027, at The Clayton Hotel in Cambridge for an evening dedicated to building community, exchanging ideas, and driving real change in the rare disease landscape. Together, we can ensure no one walks their rare journey alone.
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What can you expect at the Cambridge Showcase?
- Insightful lightning talks: Enjoy quick-fire presentations from across the rare disease community that spark fresh ideas and fuel conversation.
- Friendly networking: Connect with fellow rare disease advocates in an informal setting that encourages meaningful interactions.
- Diverse perspectives: Engage with leaders from various stakeholder backgrounds, ensuring every conversation broadens your view and understanding.
- A collaborative atmosphere: Immerse yourself in an environment dedicated to exchanging information, fostering innovation, and driving real change in the rare disease space.
- Refreshments: A delicious selection of canapés, soft drinks, and wine will be available throughout the evening.
- Rare Insights Study Report launch: Be the first to know about findings from our study into the value, impact, and challenges of rare patient groups.
Why attend the Cambridge Showcase?
Our showcases bring the rare disease community together, sparking cross-sector collaboration and driving innovation. We create high-quality, professional events that make everyone feel welcome and heard, paving the way for meaningful conversation, reflection, and action.
Join us at The Cambridge Rare Disease Showcase 2027 for an evening that’s not only about networking, but also about making a real difference in the lives of those affected by rare diseases.
Rare Insights Report launch
Join us for the official launch of our Rare Insights Study report!
We have gathered the stories of patient groups from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives to capture their value and impact, alongside the challenges they face.
Our report will be used to advocate for the support of patient groups across the rare disease landscape and community – be the first to hear what we found!
Need more convincing?
Hear what our #RareShowcase25 delegates had to say!
93%
of attendees would recommend the rare disease showcase
87%
felt a greater sense of belonging to the rare disease community
100%
of attendees said they would attend future events
It's a privilege to listen to and learn from the rare disease community. The events are invaluable to better understand the unmet needs and champion the amazing work undertaken in this space.
- #RareShowcase25 attendee
Great talks, lots of opportunities to network, really friendly atmosphere.
- #RareShowcase25 attendee
Thank you so much to the amazing Beacon team for another incredible showcase!
- #RareShowcase24 attendee
The format was very conducive to networking! There was a great mix of attendees in the room which lead to interesting conversations and possible collaborations in the future.
- #RareShowcase24 attendee
It's one of the best rare disease events in the calendar.
- #RareShowcase24 attendee
I loved that lightning talks were spread throughout the evening with networking opportunities in between. It gave me time to digest the talks and engage with speakers after if I wanted to know more.
- #RareShowcase24 attendee
I enjoyed the sense of family and generosity of all delegates with their time and stories.
- #RareShowcase24 attendee
View our photo gallery from The Cambridge Rare Disease Showcase 2025
Sponsorship opportunities
We’re excited to invite you to partner with The Cambridge Rare Disease Showcase 2027; an event that unites industry experts, patient groups, healthcare providers, and public bodies under one roof. This unique platform not only elevates your brand’s impact, credibility, and visibility within the rare diseases field but also directly supports initiatives that improve patient care and drive progress for those affected by rare diseases.
Why Sponsor?
By becoming a sponsor, you demonstrate your commitment to advancing the rare disease community and making a tangible difference in the lives of patients. This partnership helps raise your profile within the UK life sciences arena while empowering patient groups and supporting innovative research. Your sponsorship paves the way for meaningful connections with key sector players and contributes directly to breaking down barriers and driving real change.
We offer a range of partnership packages to suit every budget, with opportunities to speak, exhibit, and advertise, ensuring your support not only benefits you but also strengthens the rare disease community.
Join us in creating a future where no one walks their rare disease journey alone. Partner with The Cambridge Rare Disease Showcase 2027 for an experience that’s as transformative as it is impactful.
To find out more, contact Blayne at blayne@rarebeacon.org.
With thanks to our #RareShowcase27 funders
Our sponsors and supporters have provided financial support for this event. This event has been organised by Beacon and neither our sponsors nor supporters have determined the content or organisation. All funds received by pharmaceutical companies have been used in accordance with the ABPI code.