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 61 upcoming shows in Birmingham on the calendar. Next: Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show at NEC Birmingham, 13–15 Nov 2026. Busiest sectors here: retail & gifts, automotive and healthcare. 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 · 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 · 19–21 Mar 2027
Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show
Classic car restoration show at NEC Birmingham, 19 to 21 March 2027, with 160+ clubs, live restorations, 250 traders and 26,912 visitors in 2024.
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 · 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
Food & Drink Expo
Free trade-only food and drink show for retail, wholesale, foodservice and hospitality buyers in Halls 6 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 · 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 · 19–20 May 2027
CHEMUK
Free chemicals supply chain show in Hall 5, NEC Birmingham, on 19 and 20 May 2027, with five zones and 600+ exhibitors in 2026.
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 · 21–23 Sep 2027
Solar & Storage Live UK
Free trade show for solar PV, battery storage and EV charging at NEC Birmingham on 21 to 23 September 2027, with over 20,000 attendees in 2026.
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 · 2–3 Nov 2027
Festival of Entrepreneurs
Free two-day business festival at NEC Birmingham for founders and business owners, next held on 2 and 3 November 2027. The 2026 edition had 200 speakers and 150 exhibitors.
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 · 3–4 Nov 2027
UK Metals Expo
Two-day metals supply chain show with a free conference at NEC Birmingham, co-located with Advanced Engineering and Lab Innovations.
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.
Show · 10 Nov 2027
Automotive Management LIVE
Free one-day trade event for motor retail managers, dealer groups, manufacturers and suppliers at NEC Birmingham, next held on 10 November 2027.
Show · 10–11 Nov 2027
Nursing Live
Free two-day CPD event from RCNi with talks, workshops and an exhibition for nursing staff, next at NEC Birmingham on 10 and 11 November 2027.
Show · 10–11 Nov 2027
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 · 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.
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 | 61 |
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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