Past events
March 2023
Crufts
1–12 March, Birmingham NEC
The dog-lover’s paradise that is Crufts moved to Birmingham from London in 1991 after 100 years of exhibiting, and it has stayed at this central location ever since. Expect shows, dog-related sales stands and of course the best of breed and best in show awards.
ScotHot
8–9 March, Scottish Event Campus, Glasgow
A major exhibition catering for the food, drink, hospitality and tourism industry, and an absolute must for anyone in the sector, especially those based in Scotland. You’ll get to meet suppliers, a diverse range of businesses and buyers in the industry, whatever part you play in it.
The National Outdoor Expo
18–19 March, Birmingham NEC
All things outdoorsy are covered here, from adrenaline-fuelled thrills to hiking, camping and water sports. With celebs and experts on tap, it’s a great place to exhibit if you’re in the outdoor tourism or health industry.
White Gallery
19–21 March, London ExCeL
The premium exhibition for prestige and luxury fashion, White Gallery brings the top designers to the capital to show off their collections.
International Food and Drink Event
20–22 March, London ExCeL
Representatives of the professional food and drink industry all descend on the IFE to display products, gadgets and business services specific to the sector. Restaurants and catering businesses make it a must-visit event.
British Tourism and Travel Show
22–23 March, Birmingham NEC
As the world starts to get travelling again, this important show brings the industry together to learn about the allure of Britain and Ireland to tourists, and how to make the islands appeal to more visitors from home and abroad.
Naidex
22–23 March, Birmingham NEC
The flagship event for publicising resources for the disabled community, with plenty of inspirational presentations and exhibitors working in the sector. It’s a great place to show if you’re operating in this space.
National Homebuilding & Renovating Show
23–26 March, Birmingham NEC
With millions of homes over 100 years old in the UK, renovating is big business, and with thousands of new homes going up each year, this show is a must-visit if you’re in the domestic construction business, as a builder, designer or manufacturer.
TokFEST
25–26 March, Birmingham NEC
If you don’t know about this show, your kids probably do, because it’s dedicated to the social platform TikTok, with personalities galore exhibiting.
April 2023
Kickback Motorcycle + Custom Show
8–9 April, Manchester Central
A much-loved festival of two-wheeled delights, with countless custom motorbikes on show, and the kind of devoted fans you’d expect. A great place for motoring businesses to exhibit.
International Franchise Show
14–15 April, London ExCeL
This show is a vital exhibition for entrepreneurs looking to set up a franchise, as well as the companies who offer them. It’s a brilliant place for people to look for opportunities and for businesses to find people to help them expand.
The Baby Show with Lidl GB
14–16 April, Manchester Central
The touring show arrives in Manchester in the middle of April and is a showcase for all things related to babies, from pregnancy and childbirth to those first steps.
UKTTA Tattoo Convention
22–23 April, Birmingham NEC
What was a pretty underground industry 20 years ago is now a multi-billion powerhouse of the cosmetic sector. It’s where all the latest techniques and ideas are on show alongside piercing and other body mods.
Retail Technology Show
26–27 April, London Olympia
Retail is going through some incredible changes, with technology driving an industry-wide revolution in the sector. If you’re in retail technology, you simply have to exhibit here, not only to show off your products and services, but also to keep a close eye on the direction of travel in the industry.
Upcoming events
May 2023
UK Construction Week London
2–4 May, London ExCeL
Bringing constructors, materials suppliers, vehicle and tool manufacturers, designers, engineers and architects together, this major event is the flagship event of the construction industry, and can’t be missed if you work in the built environment.
The Baby Show with Lidl GB
12–13 May, Birmingham NEC
Another industry that’s aimed at a highly lucrative industry, the Baby Show covers everything to do with pregnancy, childbirth and early years care. Whether it’s health and fitness or the best buggies, you can show here if you’re in the industry.
DTX Manchester
17–18 May, Manchester Central
With everything you could ever need to know about digital transformation, this event brings a hugely diverse set of presenters and exhibitors to show how you can disrupt things using digital technologies.
The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show
21–21 May, Scottish Event Campus, Glasgow
The expo that brings together representatives of the whole construction and renovation industry for the domestic setting. It’s growing year on year as more people are inspired by TV shows about doing up homes, and is a great place for businesses in the industry to show what they can offer.
Ideal Home Show Scotland
26–29 May, Scottish Event Campus, Glasgow
The most famous exhibition dedicated to the domestic setting, the Ideal Home Show Scotland features the latest designs, innovations and movers & shakers in the interior decor and gardens sector.
Newport Brick Festival
27 May, International Convention Centre Wales
If you love Lego, this is one of the most important conventions going. It’s not just for builders, of course – if you’re in the Lego game, and it’s one of the most successful toys in history, it’s a perfect place to exhibit.
June 2023
UK Games Expo
2–4 June, Birmingham NEC
Tabletop gaming is one of those industries that doesn’t get a lot of mainstream press, but the fact that it can keep the NEC busy for three days is testament to its popularity. It’s perfect for showing your game ideas (or if you’re in the table industry!).
BBC Good Food Show Summer
15–18 June, Birmingham NEC
You’ll find all the top BBC food presenters doing talks and demonstrations, and it’s the perfect opportunity to set up a stand if you’re in the food and drink industry, especially consumer-facing.
BBC Gardener’s World Live
15–18 June, Birmingham NEC
Monty Don and friends will be talking all things gardening, with plenty of Q&A sessions, demonstrations and exhibitors showing their green-fingered wares.
Housing 2023
27–29 June, Manchester Central
A major event bringing together representatives from the construction industry, planning, local government and associated sectors to talk about the way forward for housing.
