Trade shows by sector
Craft and hobby shows
Consumer shows for makers and collectors: workshops, demonstrations and specialist traders for crafts, model railways and collectable toys.
There are 5 upcoming craft and hobby shows on the calendar. Next: The Creative Craft Show Glasgow at SEC Glasgow, 22–25 Oct 2026. Held at venues including NEC Birmingham, SEC Glasgow and Harrogate Convention Centre. By city: trade shows in Glasgow, trade shows in Birmingham and trade shows in Harrogate. Exhibitor guide: Choosing your first UK trade show.
Show · 22–25 Oct 2026
The Creative Craft Show Glasgow
The autumn Glasgow edition of the Creative Craft Show, a consumer craft, hobby and art exhibition at SEC Glasgow that runs alongside Simply Christmas.
Show · 5–8 Nov 2026
The Creative Craft Show
A consumer craft exhibition with specialist retailers, workshops and demonstrations. Sewing, quilting, embroidery, jewellery and papercraft are among the disciplines described by the venue.
Show · 19–22 Nov 2026
Knit + Stitch Harrogate
A four-day craft and textile show at Harrogate Convention Centre, formerly The Knitting & Stitching Show, with over 150 craft suppliers, workshops and textile art galleries.
Show · 21–22 Nov 2026
The National Festival of Railway Modelling
A model-railway exhibition with layouts, manufacturers, retailers and club participation. Stage sessions complement the opportunity to compare models and accessories in person.
Show · 27 Dec 2026
Toy Collectors Fair
A toy and model collectors' fair with both vintage items and current releases.