Trade shows by city
Trade shows in Birmingham
Birmingham hosts more UK trade shows than any other city, most of them at the NEC beside Birmingham International station and the airport.
There are 50 upcoming shows in Birmingham on the calendar. Next: Nursing Live at NEC Birmingham, 9–10 Nov 2026. Busiest sectors here: healthcare, agriculture & horticulture and automotive. Exhibitor guides: Planning stand delivery and installation · Checking what a co-located exhibition ticket actually covers. Also on the Birmingham calendar: MegaCon Live, Sim Global Expo, Crop Tec, LAMMA, Low Carbon Agriculture and January Furniture Show. More sectors with shows here: business services, science and laboratory, travel and tourism, craft and hobbies and automotive.
Show · 9–10 Nov 2026
Nursing Live
Free two-day CPD from RCNi to help you prepare for revalidation, with more than 200 speakers and an exhibition, in Hall 2 at NEC Birmingham on 9 and 10 November 2026.
Show · 11 Nov 2026
Automotive Management LIVE
Free one-day trade event at NEC Birmingham on 11 November 2026 where you can meet motor retail managers, dealer groups, manufacturers and suppliers, with talks across three theatres.
Show · 11–12 Nov 2026
SALTEX
See groundcare equipment, turf and landscaping suppliers and attend free CPD seminars at SALTEX, run by the Grounds Management Association at NEC Birmingham, 11 to 12 November 2026.
Show · 13–15 Nov 2026
Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show
See more than 3,000 classic cars and bikes, over 450 specialist traders, more than 320 clubs and an indoor autojumble at NEC Birmingham, 13 to 15 November 2026.
Show · 18–19 Nov 2026
The Schools & Academies Show
Meet suppliers and education leaders and attend CPD sessions, free if you work in schools, trusts or the public sector, in Hall 1 at NEC Birmingham, 18 to 19 November 2026.
Show · 19–22 Nov 2026
Festive Gift Fair
Do your Christmas shopping at 325 independent stalls in Halls 17 and 18 at the NEC Birmingham, 19 to 22 November 2026, the fair's 30th edition. Pre-booked tickets only.
Show · 20–22 Nov 2026
Classic Antique Fairs
Buy glass, silver, jewellery and furniture from 37 dealers at this three-day antiques and fine arts fair in Hall 11 at NEC Birmingham, 20 to 22 November 2026.
Show · 21–29 Nov 2026
MCL
See more than 50 manufacturers and over 250 exhibitors, take on-road test rides and try the free Learn2Ride Zone at this nine-day motorcycle show at NEC Birmingham.
Show · 21–22 Nov 2026
The National Festival of Railway Modelling
See 65+ layouts, meet 120+ manufacturers, retailers, clubs and societies, and catch stage talks at this model railway show in Hall 5, NEC Birmingham, 21 and 22 November 2026.
Show · 25–26 Nov 2026
Occupational Therapy Show
Register free for two days of CPD sessions and an exhibition of occupational therapy equipment and assistive products in Hall 6 at NEC Birmingham, 25 and 26 November 2026.
Show · 25–26 Nov 2026
Therapy Show
Meet more than 180 exhibitors and earn CPD across six conference streams in one two-day visit. Therapy Show by CloserStill, Hall 7, NEC Birmingham, 25 to 26 November 2026.
Show · 26–29 Nov 2026
Festive Good Food Show
Taste and buy from 350+ independent producers at NEC Birmingham, 26 to 29 November 2026, with live cooking stages, tastings and a free cookbook for the first 9,500 bookers.
Show · 5–6 Dec 2026
MegaCon Live
Spend a weekend with guests, gaming, anime, comics, cosplay and collectibles at NEC Birmingham on 5 and 6 December 2026, with free entry for children aged 10 and under.
Show · 16–17 Jan 2027
Sim Global Expo
Try simulators, shop and watch live interviews at Sim Global Expo, a sim racing and flight simulation show in Hall 3 at the NEC Birmingham on 16 and 17 January 2027.
Show · 20–21 Jan 2027
Crop Tec
Compare more than 150 arable exhibitors at Crop Tec, NEC Birmingham, on 20 and 21 January 2027, free if you register by 4 January, alongside LAMMA and Low Carbon Agriculture.
Show · 20–21 Jan 2027
LAMMA
Compare tractors, combines and machinery launches at LAMMA, NEC Birmingham, on 20 and 21 January 2027, free if you register by 4 January, alongside CropTec and Low Carbon Agriculture.
Show · 20–21 Jan 2027
Low Carbon Agriculture
Find suppliers, talks and test drives on low-carbon farming and farm energy at Low Carbon Agriculture, NEC, 20 and 21 January 2027, free if booked by 4 January.
Show · 24–27 Jan 2027
January Furniture Show
See 500+ furniture and home interiors brands in one free, trade-only visit at NEC Birmingham, 24 to 27 January 2027, across Halls 1, 2, 3 and 5.
Show · 30–31 Jan 2027
National Running Show
Hear Keely Hodgkinson, Alex Yee and more across three stages, and plan your next race, at the National Running Show at NEC Birmingham on 30 and 31 January 2027.
Show · 7–10 Feb 2027
Pure London
See womenswear, shoes, accessories and jewellery at Pure London, free for retail buyers, within Spring Fair at NEC Birmingham from 7 to 10 February 2027.
Show · 7–10 Feb 2027
Spring Fair
Free entry for retail professionals. Source home, gift, garden and fashion ranges from more than 1,500 brands at NEC Birmingham, 7 to 10 February 2027.
Show · 9–10 Feb 2027
The Ice Cream & Artisan Food Show
Meet ice cream and artisan food suppliers in one hall at NEC Birmingham on 9 and 10 February 2027. Run by the Ice Cream Alliance, with free entry for its members.
Show · 16–21 Feb 2027
The Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show
Compare motorhomes, campervans, caravans, tents and accessories from 420+ exhibitors at NEC Birmingham, 16 to 21 February 2027, with car parking included in the ticket.
Show · 21–23 Feb 2027
Printwear & Promotion LIVE!
Free trade entry for garment and promotional product decorators, with clothing brands and decoration equipment suppliers in Hall 20, NEC Birmingham, 21 to 23 February 2027.
Show · 24–25 Feb 2027
Packaging Innovations & Empack
Free entry to three packaging shows on one ticket at NEC Birmingham on 24 and 25 February 2027, covering materials, machinery and contract packing, run by Easyfairs.
Show · 27–28 Feb 2027
The National Equine Show
Shop more than 170 equestrian brands, hear over 30 stage sessions and meet riders and personalities at NEC Birmingham on 27 and 28 February 2027.
Show · 27–28 Feb 2027
The National Wedding Show Spring
Meet hundreds of wedding suppliers, from bridal boutiques to photographers, and watch the catwalk in Hall 2 at NEC Birmingham on 27 and 28 February 2027.
Show · 11–12 Mar 2027
BVA Live
Earn up to 17 hours of CPD for vets and vet nurses and meet suppliers at BVA Live, NEC Birmingham, on 11 and 12 March 2027, run by CloserStill Media with the BVA.
Show · 11–14 Mar 2027
National Homebuilding & Renovating Show
Free one-to-one advice from architects, planners and builders for your self-build, extension or renovation, at the NEC, Birmingham, 11 to 14 March 2027.
Show · 11–14 Mar 2027
The Creative Craft Show
Craft and sewing show in Hall 12 at the NEC, 5 to 8 November 2026, where one ticket also gets you into Simply Christmas and, Friday to Sunday, Cake International.
Show · 16–17 Mar 2027
Digital Health Rewired
Free entry for the NHS, public sector, charities and academics. Digital Health Rewired brings digital health talks and exhibitors to Hall 2, NEC Birmingham, on 16 and 17 March 2027.
Show · 17–18 Mar 2027
IntraLogisteX
Free trade-only entry to warehousing, logistics and automation suppliers, plus free CILT-accredited CPD sessions, in Halls 6 and 7 at NEC Birmingham on 17 and 18 March 2027.
Show · 23–24 Mar 2027
Naidex
Free two-day disability, accessibility and care event at NEC Birmingham on 23 and 24 March 2027, with five co-located shows on one ticket.
Show · 23–24 Mar 2027
UK Concrete Show
See concrete products and kit with free entry and free floor seminars at the UK Concrete Show, NEC Birmingham, 23 and 24 March 2027. Over 200 brands exhibited at the 2026 edition.
Show · 20–22 Apr 2027
Commercial Vehicle Show
See vans, trucks, parts and fleet technology from 350+ exhibitors at CV Show, NEC Birmingham Halls 4 and 5, 20 to 22 April 2027, free for the industry.
Show · 27–29 Apr 2027
National Cyber Security Show
Free to attend, the National Cyber Security Show lets you see live demos and join CPD-accredited talks in Hall 5 at NEC Birmingham, 27 to 29 April 2027.
Show · 27–29 Apr 2027
The Fire Safety Event Europe
Free trade show for fire safety installers, specifiers and building managers in Hall 4 at NEC Birmingham, 27 to 29 April 2027, with five CPD theatres.
Show · 27–29 Apr 2027
The Health & Safety Event
Compare PPE, safety software, driver and lone-worker safety and more, with free entry and free CPD seminars, 27 to 29 April 2027 in Halls 2 and 3 at NEC Birmingham.
Show · 27–29 Apr 2027
The Security Event
Free-to-register security trade show at NEC Birmingham, 27 to 29 April 2027, renamed The Security Event Europe, with a CPD seminar programme.
Show · 27–29 Apr 2027
The Workplace Event
Meet facilities, HR, real estate and design professionals at a free show with free seminars, in Hall 3A at NEC Birmingham, 27 to 29 April 2027, alongside safety and security events.
Show · 7–9 May 2027
The Baby Show Birmingham
Shop more than 350 baby and maternity brands, hear live talks and test buggies on a track at The Baby Show Birmingham, NEC Birmingham, 7 to 9 May 2027.
Show · 4–6 Jun 2027
UK Games Expo
Three-day hobby games convention at NEC Birmingham on 4 to 6 June 2027, with trade halls, open gaming, tournaments and role-playing.
Show · 8–10 Jun 2027
Automechanika Birmingham
Automechanika Birmingham is a free trade show for the UK automotive aftermarket at NEC Birmingham, 8 to 10 June 2027, with 550+ suppliers in 2025.
Show · 9–10 Jun 2027
Subcon
Meet 200+ subcontract suppliers and bring your drawings to Subcon, free with registration, in Hall 4 at NEC Birmingham on 9 to 10 June 2027 for the show's 50th year.
Show · 29 Jun – 1 Jul 2027
Multimodal
Meet carriers, forwarders and logistics providers free at Multimodal in Hall 4, NEC Birmingham, 29 June to 1 July 2027, with 300+ exhibitors and free conference sessions.
Show · 10–11 Oct 2027
The Pharmacy Show
Free entry for UK-registered pharmacists and healthcare professionals to two days of exhibition and education for community pharmacy, Hall 4, NEC Birmingham, 10 to 11 October 2027.
Show · 3–4 Nov 2027
Advanced Engineering
Meet 400+ exhibitors and attend six CPD forums at Advanced Engineering, free for qualified professionals, at NEC Birmingham. The 2027 show runs on 3 and 4 November at the NEC.
Show · 3–4 Nov 2027
Lab Innovations
Compare analytical instruments, consumables, automation and LIMS software free at Lab Innovations, NEC Birmingham, with five free theatres and two co-located shows.
Show · 12–13 Jan 2028
Farm Business Innovation
Free two-day farm diversification show at NEC Birmingham, next held on 12 and 13 January 2028, where you meet suppliers and farmers who have already diversified.
Show · 12–13 Jan 2028
The Land Leisure and Tourism Show
Free entry and free seminars for holiday parks, visitor attractions, experience providers and rural businesses at NEC Birmingham, next held on 12 and 13 January 2028.
Venue · Birmingham
NEC Birmingham
Birmingham exhibition centre with 18 linked halls, 32 conference suites and 186,000 m2 of space beside Birmingham International station and the airport.
Supplier · Birmingham
Solutions2
A Sutton Coldfield team, founded in 2001, that designs, builds and tests custom stands in its own workshop and plans reuse across your show calendar.
Show · Dates to be confirmed
Cake International and Bake International
Buy cake decorating and baking supplies, watch live demos on two stages and see competitions with more than 1,000 entries at NEC Birmingham, 6 to 8 November 2026.
Show · Dates to be confirmed
Euro Bus Expo
See buses, coaches and mini and midi vehicles from more than 200 exhibitors, free to the trade, at Euro Bus Expo, NEC Birmingham.
Show · Dates to be confirmed
Festival of Entrepreneurs
Free two-day business festival at NEC Birmingham for founders and business owners. The 2026 edition in Hall 8 had 200 speakers and 150 exhibitors; 2027 dates are not yet announced.
Show · Dates to be confirmed
Simply Christmas
Shop almost 150 sellers of Christmas gifts, decorations, food and drink at the NEC Birmingham, 5 to 8 November 2026, with entry to four sister craft and cake shows.
Show · Dates to be confirmed
UK Metals Expo
Two-day metals supply chain show with a free conference at NEC Birmingham, co-located with Advanced Engineering and Lab Innovations.
Compare venues in Birmingham at a glance
| Venue | Largest capacity | Exhibition space | Upcoming shows |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEC Birmingham | 16,580 people (Hall 5, exhibition visitors at any one time (illustrative figure, 24,870 m2)) | 186,000 m2 | 50 |
Compare supplier in Birmingham at a glance
| Supplier | Services | Founded | Memberships |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solutions2 | Custom exhibition stand design and build, Exhibition project management, In-house graphics and 3 more | 2001 | ESSA Tier 5 sustainability accreditation, ESSA health and safety accreditation, Green Circle Solutions verified |
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Questions about Birmingham
How many listings are there for Birmingham?
You can compare 57 listings here: 55 shows, 1 supplier, 1 venue.
Which shows are coming up next in Birmingham?
Nursing Live, 9-10 November 2026, NEC Birmingham; Automotive Management LIVE, 11 November 2026, NEC Birmingham; SALTEX, 11-12 November 2026, NEC Birmingham; Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show, 13-15 November 2026, NEC Birmingham; The Schools & Academies Show, 18-19 November 2026, NEC Birmingham.
Which is the largest show in Birmingham by visitors?
Multimodal, with 14,676 visitors in 2026, among the shows here that publish visitor figures.
Which sectors are most common in Birmingham?
Healthcare (6), Agriculture & horticulture (5), Manufacturing & engineering (5), Transport & logistics (4), Retail & gifts (4), Food & drink (3).
Which suppliers in Birmingham list memberships or certifications?
Solutions2 (ESSA Tier 5 sustainability accreditation, ESSA health and safety accreditation, Green Circle Solutions verified).
You can check every answer against the 57 listings in this section: each one is worked out from what they publish.