Trade shows by sector
Events and hospitality trade shows
Exhibitions for the people who run hotels, restaurants, venues and events, from catering and hotel operations to event production and venue sourcing.
There are 5 upcoming events and hospitality trade shows on the calendar. Next: ScotHot at SEC Glasgow, 24–25 Feb 2027. Held at venues including Excel London, SEC Glasgow and Royal Armouries and New Dock Hall. By city: trade shows in Glasgow, trade shows in London and trade shows in Leeds. Exhibitor guide: Choosing a venue for a product demonstration.
Show · 24–25 Feb 2027
ScotHot
Scotland's food, drink, hospitality and tourism trade show at the SEC in Glasgow. The 2027 edition runs on 24 and 25 February.
Show · 3–4 Mar 2027
Event Production Show
A free trade show at Excel London for people who produce live and outdoor events, covering infrastructure, crowd management, technology and services. The 2027 edition is on 3 and 4 March.
Show · 3–4 Mar 2027
International Confex
Mash Media's exhibition and free content programme for people who plan and deliver business events, held at Excel London. The 2027 edition runs 3 and 4 March.
Show · 5–7 Apr 2027
HRC
The hospitality and foodservice trade event at Excel London, part of Food, Drink & Hospitality Week. Equipment, catering and operating suppliers meet operators; HRC 2027 runs 5 to 7 April.
Show · 11–12 May 2027
PLASA Focus Leeds
A free two-day entertainment technology trade show at the Royal Armouries in Leeds, covering lighting, audio, AV and staging for live events.