Trade shows by sector
Retail and gift trade shows
Buying shows for independent shops, department stores and interiors retailers, plus seasonal gift fairs open to the public.
There are 14 upcoming retail and gift trade shows on the calendar. Next: Festive Gift Fair at NEC Birmingham, 19–22 Nov 2026. Held at venues including NEC Birmingham, Olympia London and Harrogate Convention Centre. By city: trade shows in Birmingham, trade shows in London, trade shows in Harrogate and trade shows in Glasgow. Exhibitor guide: Planning a December exhibition without losing the January follow-up. Related sectors: Craft and hobbies, Family and parenting and Textiles and fashion.
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 · 26–29 Nov 2026
The Ideal Christmas Show
Shop more than 400 brands for Christmas gifts, decorations and food at Olympia London, 26 to 29 November 2026, with workshops, Santa's Grotto and two more shows on one ticket.
Show · 10–13 Jan 2027
Harrogate Christmas & Gift
Buy Christmas and gift lines, plus ranges that sell all year, from over 90 exhibitors at this trade-only fair at Harrogate Convention Centre, 10 to 13 January 2027.
Show · 10–12 Jan 2027
Top Drawer
Source design-led gift, home and lifestyle brands at Top Drawer, trade-only at Olympia London. S/S27 runs 10 to 12 January 2027, free if you register in advance.
Show · 19–21 Jan 2027
The Toy Fair
See new toy, game and hobby launches at The Toy Fair, the BTHA's trade-only show at Olympia London, 19 to 21 January 2027, free to pre-registered trade visitors.
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 · 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 · 12–14 Apr 2027
Farm Shop & Deli Show
Free trade-only speciality retail show for farm shops, delis and cafés in Halls 19 and 20 at NEC Birmingham, 12 to 14 April 2027.
Show · 12–14 Apr 2027
Forecourt Show
Free trade-only forecourt and fuel retail show in Halls 18 and 19 at NEC Birmingham, 12 to 14 April 2027, now annual and co-located with four food shows.
Show · 12–14 Apr 2027
National Convenience Show
Free trade-only convenience retail show in Halls 17 to 19 at NEC Birmingham, 12 to 14 April 2027, with one badge for all five UK Food and Drink Shows.
Show · 18–21 Jul 2027
Home & Gift Buyers’ Festival
Source wholesale home, gift and lifestyle ranges from more than 500 brands at Harrogate Convention Centre, 18 to 21 July 2027, at a trade-only summer show run by Clarion Events.
Show · 21–24 Oct 2027
Simply Christmas Glasgow
Buy handmade gifts, decorations and treats from independent sellers at SEC Glasgow, 21 to 24 October 2027, with the Creative Craft Show and Stitching Show on one ticket.
Show · 1–7 Nov 2027
Spirit of Christmas Fair
A seven-day Christmas shopping fair of over 600 independent brands in the Grand Hall at Olympia London, 2 to 8 November 2026.
Show · 5–7 Nov 2027
Simply Christmas
Shop sellers of Christmas gifts, decorations, food and drink at the NEC Birmingham, next from 5 to 7 November 2027, with entry to sister craft and cake shows.
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